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Post by indianajones on Dec 29, 2012 10:38:04 GMT
Well not to fear, I have new set of cables for the handbrake, and I'm sure the normal type stretches too!
As for the engine, she seems to be holding the water ok. Took it out for another run the day I changed the coolant over and it got towards to the top N in a heavy traffic situation (got caught up in some boxing day madness). Open up the bonnet, a little bit of steam and it seems some of the coolant might of leaked out of the cap or hose going to the expansion chamber.
I believe this has happened before, where a little bit spills out after changing it, and the level settles.
As for checking the thermostat, I have no idea how to check it, any tips?
As for the head and block, I certainly hope I didn't crack it otherwise I'm gonna be carless for a long time. Would there be any ways to tell that at home? or would I need to drop it off to my mechanic?
She seems to be running fine as far as I can tell.
Edit: Also I can't see any white smoke and the coolant level seems to be holding, I am keeping an eye on it as you can imagine.
-Andrew
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Post by dave1800 on Dec 29, 2012 10:55:28 GMT
If it's holding water and running well you haven't cracked anything but be careful in future it can happen quite easily. To check the thermostat take it out and put in a saucepan of water, heat it up to ner 100C and watch it open, if you have a suitable thermometer all the better to check the opening temp. They aren't too expensive and I suggest replacing if in any doubt. Also give your rad and engine a really good through flush (when cold!) to clean it out as it may be gunged after the boiling. It is important that there is a good seal between the pipe from the header tank and the radiator as the former has the cap that pressurises the system. Any leak here will reduce the pressure and the water will boil at a lower temperature. Don't forget to ad fresh coolant (aka antifreeze) as this raises the temperature of the water boiling point further and lubricates the water pump and prevents corrosion, so not just for cold climates. regards David Well not to fear, I have new set of cables for the handbrake, and I'm sure the normal type stretches too! As for the engine, she seems to be holding the water ok. Took it out for another run the day I changed the coolant over and it got towards to the top N in a heavy traffic situation (got caught up in some boxing day madness). Open up the bonnet, a little bit of steam and it seems some of the coolant might of leaked out of the cap or hose going to the expansion chamber. I believe this has happened before, where a little bit spills out after changing it, and the level settles. As for checking the thermostat, I have no idea how to check it, any tips? As for the head and block, I certainly hope I didn't crack it otherwise I'm gonna be carless for a long time. Would there be any ways to tell that at home? or would I need to drop it off to my mechanic? She seems to be running fine as far as I can tell. -Andrew |
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Post by indianajones on Dec 29, 2012 11:03:17 GMT
Cheers David, I suppose I get another lemon award for draining and flushing my system after a 2-3 minute drive to the folks house =/ but I did put in new anti freeze etc, and as mentioned this seems to be holding.
But now that you mention it the system must be losing pressure if it has been leaking from the top end.
Will take a look at the thermostat & header tank piping tomorrow and will also get a new radiator cap as I think the current one might not be sealing properly.
Cheers for all the tips mate, I owe you a pint!
-Andrew
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Post by Penguin45 on Dec 29, 2012 15:24:20 GMT
You could always get it up to temperature then shoot some sheets of newspaper under the engine and keep an eye on things for half an hour. Dribble from water pump can be a s@d to spot. Replacing pressure cap on header tank is also a quick and easy one to eliminate weeps.
Chris.
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Post by dave1800 on Dec 30, 2012 4:54:38 GMT
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Post by indianajones on Dec 30, 2012 6:28:17 GMT
Cheers lads _b
I took the radiator caps off today and popped off down to the shop on my bike, I didn't realize there were so many different types that look so similar! didn't buy any in case I got the wrong type.
I'll need to do some research and find out what type I need.
Also should have time tomorrow for the leak test Chris has suggested as well as the thermostat testing, if not, it'll have to wait until the new year.
Re the bluestreaksix link, they mention the block drain plug, I've seen this in my manual, but there isn't one on the engine that I can see of? .....
-Andrew
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Post by indianajones on Feb 4, 2013 8:17:33 GMT
Not too much to report on at the moment. I did get that replacement radiator cap and seems to have helped a bit. Still need to get off my arse and check the thermostat. Also I looked at a Princess on Sunday, but had to pass up as I think it needed work that I can't really do at home with the 'crab there etc. Will wait for a road going on to come along. Heading off the the annual Ellerslie concours show this Sunday, will take some photos  -Andrew |
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Post by dave1800 on Feb 4, 2013 10:48:09 GMT
Is that Ellerslie race course in Auckland? It will be good to see the pics. Hope I don't see one of a boiling Wolseley with a blown engine because someone didn't check if the thermostat was jammed Regards David Not too much to report on at the moment. Still need to get off my arse and check the thermostat. Heading off the the annual Ellerslie concours show this Sunday, will take some photos -Andrew |
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Post by indianajones on Feb 12, 2013 9:10:20 GMT
A photo of our cars at Ellerslie on Sunday  Had a lovely day, bought myself a Princess sales brochure, chatted with some interesting people and got a potential lead on a Princess that might up for sale (watch this space) -Andrew |
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Post by tommydp on Feb 12, 2013 16:54:32 GMT
Looking good:-)
Looking forward to updates on the Princess:-)
Tommy
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Post by Penguin45 on Feb 12, 2013 17:43:26 GMT
Yup, nice line up.
Have just spent two happy Sundays chopping up Princesses.
All will (eventually) be revealed in the other place.
Chris.
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Post by indianajones on Feb 12, 2013 19:18:51 GMT
Cheers lads, not gonna get my hopes up too high with the wedge as the mrs is not-so quietly reminding me that we're trying for a baby at the moment lol.
And I look keep my eyes open over there, Chris.
-Andrew
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Post by Keef on Feb 12, 2013 19:25:00 GMT
A photo of our cars at Ellerslie on Sunday Nice. |
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Post by indianajones on Feb 12, 2013 19:28:15 GMT
Cheers Keef, she wasn't gonna win anything that's for sure, but I had a bunch of fun sharing her with other people -Andrew |
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Post by Penguin45 on Feb 12, 2013 19:41:12 GMT
Cheers lads, not gonna get my hopes up too high with the wedge as the mrs is not-so quietly reminding me that we're trying for a baby at the moment lol. You have pointed out that an MGB will not make a suitable baby carriage.............? And that an 1800 is really a much more refined version of the MGB which they should have been making all along........ AND - a Princess is really a pointy 1800....... Well - you might get away with it.Chris. |
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