1. You are currently not signed in. If you are already a registered user Please log in to get the full benefit from this site. If not, why not register and gain full access to our wonderful forums, view topics, make posts, and more! So if your not already a user, you can register by simply clicking the button to the right of this notice.

What's pi$$ed me off today.........!!

Discussion in 'Main Forum' started by Ducky, Jul 14, 2011.

Page 159 of 198
  1. BlackHornet

    BlackHornet Look before you turn Staff Member Moderator +

    Messages:
    7,985
    the injectors have gone, 2 are knackered and the other 2 aren't great. It's about the most expensive things on the car that can go :thumbsdown:
     
    BlackHornet, Jan 25, 2014
    #3161
  2. ramrider

    ramrider Race Rep +

    Messages:
    773
    i feel your pain tom, head gasket went on my camper last night on the way home, got a quote for £1600 :thumbsdown:
     
    ramrider, Jan 25, 2014
    #3162
  3. lammyR6

    lammyR6 Moderator Staff Member Moderator +

    Messages:
    5,555
    :(
     
    lammyR6, Jan 25, 2014
    #3163
  4. BlackHornet

    BlackHornet Look before you turn Staff Member Moderator +

    Messages:
    7,985
    now everyone knows that i am crap with mechanics but even i have done a couple of head gaskets on cars before.
    last time i had one done at a garage it was £200 and a simple job.

    Every other garage had quoted me £800 telling me they had to remove this and that etc just to get the head off, all of which was untrue the whole head could be lifted with everything attached so get a few quotes .
     
    BlackHornet, Jan 25, 2014
    #3164
    ramrider likes this.
  5. phil read

    phil read World Superbike +

    Messages:
    509
    I need 2 injectors on my mondeo and a fuel filter £387 plus the vat :cry2:
     
    phil read, Jan 31, 2014
    #3165
  6. BlackHornet

    BlackHornet Look before you turn Staff Member Moderator +

    Messages:
    7,985
    thats cheap. i had four done yesterday plus filters and new pipes etc and it came to millions ( well i've not had the bill yet ) .
     
    BlackHornet, Jan 31, 2014
    #3166
  7. phil read

    phil read World Superbike +

    Messages:
    509
    Thank's that's made me feel better I know it's a bit late but this is the place I use.
    http://www.idcanterbury.co.uk/

    I've used them a couple of times with no problems, probably A bit far for you.
     
    phil read, Jan 31, 2014
    #3167
  8. BlackHornet

    BlackHornet Look before you turn Staff Member Moderator +

    Messages:
    7,985
    cheers mine ended up being £970 inc vat
    that's for four new injectors, new filters, some new pipes and a full fuel system flush so I guess not as bad as I thought it was going to be
     
    BlackHornet, Jan 31, 2014
    #3168
  9. phil read

    phil read World Superbike +

    Messages:
    509
    That's not too bad.
     
    phil read, Jan 31, 2014
    #3169
    BlackHornet likes this.
  10. BlackHornet

    BlackHornet Look before you turn Staff Member Moderator +

    Messages:
    7,985
    yer I expected it to be more and its driving really well now
     
    BlackHornet, Jan 31, 2014
    #3170
    phil read likes this.
  11. NAPA121

    NAPA121 Secret prototype +

    Messages:
    1,064
    Even with you driving it?? :htlr: :lol2:
     
    NAPA121, Jan 31, 2014
    #3171
    lammyR6 and Stars and Stripes like this.
  12. yamster

    yamster 125 +

    Messages:
    60
    replaced the front pads this morning only for one of the bleed nipples to break clean off had to bleed through the banjo :fume::fume::fume: now in search of a new/second hand caliper :stomp:
     
    yamster, Feb 2, 2014
    #3172
  13. Les

    Les British Superbike +

    Messages:
    2,559
    Thats a bit extreme as I'm sure it can still be extracted with the right tool.
     
    Les, Feb 2, 2014
    #3173
  14. megawatt

    megawatt World Superbike +

    Messages:
    5,039
    Have you ever succeeded Les?
     
    megawatt, Feb 2, 2014
    #3174
  15. Les

    Les British Superbike +

    Messages:
    2,559
    Done it with cars some years ago, must be similar but no, never tried a bike caliper.
     
    Les, Feb 2, 2014
    #3175
  16. megawatt

    megawatt World Superbike +

    Messages:
    5,039
    Bit smaller on a bike..I,ve done it, but not an easy job.
     
    megawatt, Feb 2, 2014
    #3176
  17. JimG

    JimG British Superbike +

    Messages:
    1,064
    You could drill into it with a drillbit very slightly smaller than the width of the nipple, less the thread. That leaves a very thin 'insert' that can be broken and removed with a bit of care. Knowing the depth to drill is tricky, useful if you have a nipple removed from the other side. However, if you do drill slightly too deep you just make a new 'seat' for the new nipple. :)
     
    JimG, Feb 2, 2014
    #3177
    Ducky likes this.
  18. BlackHornet

    BlackHornet Look before you turn Staff Member Moderator +

    Messages:
    7,985
    we did that on liela's track bike and managed to get the bolt out. if there is enough room you can tap a screw driver into it and twist it out.
     
    BlackHornet, Feb 2, 2014
    #3178
    deano81 likes this.
  19. yamster

    yamster 125 +

    Messages:
    60
    did try that but is has snapped just inside but didn't want to damage any more then was already done as im reliant on the bike as the wife uses the car bit happier now found a pair on ebay they say there good cost me £70 and they threw a new set of pads in hope the rain holds off for the weekend so i can fit
     
    yamster, Feb 3, 2014
    #3179
  20. BlackHornet

    BlackHornet Look before you turn Staff Member Moderator +

    Messages:
    7,985
    well it won't hurt to have a spare set. once the others arrive you can take your time fixing the old ones and then either sell them for similar money or keep them for spares
     
    BlackHornet, Feb 3, 2014
    #3180
    megawatt likes this.
Page 159 of 198

Share This Page

Advertisement Manager by Liam W
  1. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
    By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
    Accept Learn More...
    Dismiss Notice