Ianwallace
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Didn't see the bit at the end. Thanks wammers
Ianwallace
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Has anyone replaced one of these bad boys. Could a plank like me fit them [emoji15]
Datatek
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Easy to do if the bolts are not rusted solid, plenty of Plus Gas applied in the days before you try. You will have to calibrate the suspension after fitting as the sensors vary.
Ianwallace
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Have I forgot anything
Have you considred just rebuilding the compressor or getting a refurbed one of the bay...cheaper...refurb £100 maybe....refurb kit £30...
Just a thought!
If you really wanna go the whole hog, get new airlines (rears can get melted from exhaust gasses if the exhaust has sprung a leak in the past.
Maybe new collets, rebuild the valve block, I mean where do you wanna stop??
Just a thought!
If you really wanna go the whole hog, get new airlines (rears can get melted from exhaust gasses if the exhaust has sprung a leak in the past.
Maybe new collets, rebuild the valve block, I mean where do you wanna stop??
See your messages before you start spending!
I'd listen to Datatek's advice though. Do the bags if you're not sure. That's certainly worth doing. Replace the sensor with the duff readings. The others will probably work OK for years. I'm sure Wammers or Datatek said that if the wheel articulates past its normal working range, sometimes some dirt gets dragged onto the track and causes issues. It could be as simple as that.
I'd listen to Datatek's advice though. Do the bags if you're not sure. That's certainly worth doing. Replace the sensor with the duff readings. The others will probably work OK for years. I'm sure Wammers or Datatek said that if the wheel articulates past its normal working range, sometimes some dirt gets dragged onto the track and causes issues. It could be as simple as that.
Ianwallace
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Hi I've just seen your message.
I understand what you guys are saying
I'm a bit of an anal bastard when it comes to things like this. I would rather replace the whole system all in one and be trouble free then replace bits and bobs when they fail.
My service manager keeps on reminding me of my parts spend every month when I service my photocopiers.
I understand what you guys are saying
I'm a bit of an anal bastard when it comes to things like this. I would rather replace the whole system all in one and be trouble free then replace bits and bobs when they fail.
My service manager keeps on reminding me of my parts spend every month when I service my photocopiers.
Well, after the valve-block, the driver pack, the pressure switch, the EAS delay relay and then the EAS computer itself I think you've got it all covered but I seriously think it is unnecessary expense.
Bags - they go. Fair enough.
Compressor teflon ring and cylinder goes every so often. I always have a spare compressor in the boot on long journeys.
The air dryer is cheap as chips and does break down eventually but is probably OK on yours still.
The little rubber o-rings in the valve-block do degrade and the NRVs wear so they are worth doing if you suspect the valve block is playing up.
Occasionally a height sensor plays up. Not often but occasionally.
After that the system really is pretty reliable. A couple of people have had driver pack issues. A couple of people have had holes in the exhaust that made a hole in an airline.
I think I read on RR.net of a delay timer breaking and causing issues. And I think I've read 1 story of the EAS computer itself going wrong.
A complete replacement seems a bit over the top!
Bags - they go. Fair enough.
Compressor teflon ring and cylinder goes every so often. I always have a spare compressor in the boot on long journeys.
The air dryer is cheap as chips and does break down eventually but is probably OK on yours still.
The little rubber o-rings in the valve-block do degrade and the NRVs wear so they are worth doing if you suspect the valve block is playing up.
Occasionally a height sensor plays up. Not often but occasionally.
After that the system really is pretty reliable. A couple of people have had driver pack issues. A couple of people have had holes in the exhaust that made a hole in an airline.
I think I read on RR.net of a delay timer breaking and causing issues. And I think I've read 1 story of the EAS computer itself going wrong.
A complete replacement seems a bit over the top!
Ianwallace
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I know buddy but I'm a bugger like that. I can't help it.
I'm the same with everything
I say to my manager that after I've done the service on the machine the customer won't see me for months. But if I only do half the job then I will be back sooner costing more money in fuel and company time.
If I get this all done at the same time then it's done out the way one less thing to worry about.
I have a full engine service kit and Other stuff to get this car up to service level
I'm the same with everything
I say to my manager that after I've done the service on the machine the customer won't see me for months. But if I only do half the job then I will be back sooner costing more money in fuel and company time.
If I get this all done at the same time then it's done out the way one less thing to worry about.
I have a full engine service kit and Other stuff to get this car up to service level
tomcat59alan
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Ianwallace
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Have you got a part number for a new car [emoji8][emoji16]
tomcat59alan
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Datatek
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If you are doing the lot and have money to burn, add the driver pack and valve block.
Personally I think you are chucking cash away and digging a big hole for yourself.
Ianwallace
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Well I've got a long time until I have the money to change my mind [emoji53]
Ok Mr Datatek
what items would you replace?
would you just replace the rear height sensor and the compressor
Ok Mr Datatek
what items would you replace?
would you just replace the rear height sensor and the compressor
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Datatek
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Change the airbags if they have not been done as they have a design life of 7/8 years 80K miles. For the duff sensor, I would check the connector first, if the connector is clean and dry, then I'd replace the sensor.
If the car goes up and down as it should, no need to think of replacing the compressor.
I would replace the dryer as the desiccant breaks down eventually and contaminates the valve block. Not expensive from Island 4 x 4 and dead easy to replace.
Ianwallace
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The compressor is playing up in the cold
The rear sensor is also playing up in the cold
Both are ok when it's warmer
I don't know about the air bags?
The rear sensor is also playing up in the cold
Both are ok when it's warmer
I don't know about the air bags?
Datatek
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Put it up to full height, put axle stands under the chassis for safety, take a look at the bags. If they look rough and perished, they need replacing.
It may not be the compressor but a leaking airbag.
