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Replaced the power steering lines
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.nor...e31890488.jpeg While the power steering pump and mount was out, I cleaned everything up really well :) https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.nor...4fc23294d.jpeg I also drilled and tapped the oil pan for my oil temperature sensor so I don’t have to fiddle with it at every oil change https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.nor...7cf6de88e.jpeg |
Very clean car, my favorite color for sure, I always enjoy reading all the build treads, and seeing what everyone else is doing.
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Tonight I drilled out the oil drain plug hole which the previous owner had stripped out. The plug was a “oversized” M14 self-tapping plug. Yuck. It was leaking a little and I just don’t tolerate that. So it’s now a M16 and has a Fumoto. https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.nor...bc80e4581.jpeg https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.nor...78d99b3ad.jpeg |
Got her all put back together, looking good as new! https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.nor...e5dd5e028.jpeg https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.nor...50a90e42e.jpeg https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.nor...509812bf2.jpeg https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.nor...f3d50618b.jpeg |
My lil helper tightening the reservoir nuts for me
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Coming along great and glad to see a helper starting young.
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Finished my oil temp sensor install - I used the following sensor: https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.nor...1cad4a770.jpeg |
Finished up my oil temperature sensor install today. I needed to run the wire from the gauge down to the sensor. I routed it very cleanly and out of the way of everything as best as possible. Turned out pretty nice. https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.nor...b48de1367.jpeg A little warm up in the garage to check it's functionality. Yes, it's in Celsius... At least my Canadian wife will be happy. https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.nor...ab40a8256.jpeg After a bit more warm up and a little spirited driving along the service road https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.nor...db0c78bf9.jpeg View of the cluster of gauges. I also have a Marshall boost gauge up on the dash where it's easier to see. https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.nor...4b920a29e.jpeg Thanks for checking out my thread :) |
Also, I don't think my PS fan is working. I was watching it while the car ran in the garage and it never kicked on. The radiator fan would kick on for about 5-10 seconds and then off for 20-30, but the PS fan never worked. When I had it off to service the powersteering pump and replace the lines, I cleaned it up well but I noticed that it would barely spin. I'd be surprised if that little motor could spin something that tough to spin by hand. So I guess I'll be ordering one of those as well...
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Gauges look great! That's a project I'll get to one of these days.
Maybe it's the angle, but it seems your voltage is low. Through the OBC hidden menu when monitoring voltage, I usually see 12.5+ volts at idle and 13+ while driving. We replaced the alternator with a rebuilt back in 2016. Is your alternator original? As for the power steering fan, it should come on when engine is on. Get that replaced! |
Originally Posted by Zsm
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Gauges look great! That's a project I'll get to one of these days.
Maybe it's the angle, but it seems your voltage is low. Through the OBC hidden menu when monitoring voltage, I usually see 12.5+ volts at idle and 13+ while driving. We replaced the alternator with a rebuilt back in 2016. Is your alternator original? As for the power steering fan, it should come on when engine is on. Get that replaced! |
Alright, what’s your formula for cleaning and detailing the under carriage? I didn’t see your process. Your results look fantastic! |
Originally Posted by Zsm
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Alright, what’s your formula for cleaning and detailing the under carriage? I didn’t see your process. Your results look fantastic! |
Originally Posted by RedAggie03
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Also, I don't think my PS fan is working. I was watching it while the car ran in the garage and it never kicked on. The radiator fan would kick on for about 5-10 seconds and then off for 20-30, but the PS fan never worked. When I had it off to service the powersteering pump and replace the lines, I cleaned it up well but I noticed that it would barely spin. I'd be surprised if that little motor could spin something that tough to spin by hand. So I guess I'll be ordering one of those as well...
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Update... The car has been sold. I found a great deal on a pretty rare Volvo C30 R-Design that my wife and I really love and we bought it. I had not planned on selling the MINI, but it had to go. It is off to a new owner now and I hope he'll join the forums and continue the story of this great little car.
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