So, have been running around today and came across a beauty of a doner. Its a v6 auto ES model 3 door. Most parts have already been removed but am only interested in the back half in order to create a towable half hippo. Not keen on keeping the engine as current owner said it has some kind of...

This is another individual's car but am gonna buy some parts (mostly body parts) off the guy. Just checked if anyone here is interested in anything

now that is a good explanation haha

no haha what I meant was that in some post someone had mentioned replacing the viscous with a materal that hardens when energised and softens when not

Just read on Bell's website (I bet it has already been covered) that ' a faulty viscous coupling unit (VCU), which should be changed at the same time as the IRD.' Is this true?

Not sure whether to risk it or not if I'm honest haha

I will contact Bell in the coming weeks and see what they offer thanks guys :)

The vcu that engages/disengages via electromagnets

It's not very common that a hippo is up for parts here in Malta, off to see one this afternoon, anybody in need of something in particular? If so please state your intended budget :) P.s. it's a 5 door pre BMW (orange indicators)

Has the electromagnetic thingy been tested? I am tempted to try that out

Good to know-thanks!

Small question-does keycode affect anything?

I am currently fishing for my first hour of free time to be able to take out and switch to 2wd. Will start looking for a recon one soon after. I guess I'm gonna miss 4wd for the coming months

I think that's what I will ultimately go for, a recon unit as I am not even sure the viscous thingy is available here in Malta - Thanks! will do :)

I think you might be talking about this right? 'How about: 1. Drill 10mm holes in the rear of the VCU 180deg apart. 2. Allow fluid to drain, helped by compressed air/brake cleaner/heat. 3. Ensure VCU can be turned by hand. 4. Tap and plug bottom hole. 5. Refill with 60,000 cst siloxane - 140ml...

Looking for a replacement vcu, proving to be a tough job. Is there anyone who has overhauled ones? how reliable are they?

Tyres are same age, make and model. I always buy them in sets of 5. Will make sure pressure is equal but I think it's our viscous friend we are talking about. We will give it a teat too- thank a lot guys

Thanks a mil Mike! I think we might go front wheel mode for some time

I have searched but found nothing similar here (I may have used the wrong terms too) I have noticed recently that when turning a tight turn to the right(like a small roundabout) and keeping the throttle pressed, the passenger rear wheel makes a sound as if it is bouncing or juddering. Has...

You can always tie it to the floor via one of these chain nettings I think ;)