Best mechanics/garage to take overheating Scoob to in North Yorkshire area "York".
03 August 2010, 12:05 AM
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Best mechanics/garage to take overheating Scoob to in North Yorkshire area "York".
Hi guys,
Newbie needs some advice, so ive started a new thread for him.....
Rob
Newbie needs some advice, so ive started a new thread for him.....
i got the same problem with my v3 wagon...flushed system..still overheated, changed thermo...still over heated...just ordered a water pump..this is my last ditch attempt before it gets returned to the guy i swapped my very reliable honda civic vti for.
It doesnt seem to be low on power, and no white smoke.
Wanted a scoob for years, feel a little dis-heartened by it all.
It doesnt seem to be low on power, and no white smoke.
Wanted a scoob for years, feel a little dis-heartened by it all.
04 August 2010, 09:08 PM
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Hi mate, thanks for the offer of help but my problems have massively increased.
Just spoke to my Audi master tech pal, and with what i described he thinks the clutch has collapsed, smashed a hole in the top of my gear box and jammed my engine! i was stationary at the time....somebody please pull the trigger.
Again thanks for trying to help guys, especially Rob but i think im goosed now.
Will update when i know a little more.
Just spoke to my Audi master tech pal, and with what i described he thinks the clutch has collapsed, smashed a hole in the top of my gear box and jammed my engine! i was stationary at the time....somebody please pull the trigger.
Again thanks for trying to help guys, especially Rob but i think im goosed now.
Will update when i know a little more.
05 August 2010, 08:22 PM
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AG Motors at Crockey Hill know their Scoobs. Used them for a while now and they do a cracking job.
http://www.agmotorsyork.co.uk/
http://www.agmotorsyork.co.uk/
06 August 2010, 09:49 AM
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Just spoke to my Audi master tech pal, and with what I described he thinks the clutch has collapsed, smashed a hole in the top of my gearbox and jammed my engine! I was stationary at the time....somebody please pull the trigger.
Again thanks for trying to help guys, especially Rob but i think im goosed now.
Will update when i know a little more.
Again thanks for trying to help guys, especially Rob but i think im goosed now.
Will update when i know a little more.
Hiya fella, I’ve seen you’re original post regarding the problem. You need some serious help or advice, as you seem like you’re not mechanically capable of doing this work yourself. So you have several options available to you, but first can we clear a few things up.
You say you have only owned the car Two weeks in the other thread, where did you buy/px the car from, is he a 'Garage'
Was there any history with the car and if so is there any receipts or documentation of any recent mechanical work such as a new clutch as it may be under warrantee?
The original thread was regarding an overheating Sti..... https://www.scoobynet.com/scoobynet-general-1/827841-overheating-sti.html so I assume the car was driving normal to a degree although it was overheating?
I would recommend that you ring Brian at Scoobyteknix and explain to him what symptoms/issues you are experiencing (He is likely to be at TOTB Sunday which is local to you), he would suggest you bring the car to him or he can collect and go from there. They are good guys and they offer very good rates. Based in Blackpool.
I'll ask spiltpin to join your thread, as he is very knowledgeable, but be prepared for more questions.
Rob
11 August 2010, 12:16 AM
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Hiya fella, I’ve seen you’re original post regarding the problem. You need some serious help or advice, as you seem like you’re not mechanically capable of doing this work yourself. So you have several options available to you, but first can we clear a few things up.
You say you have only owned the car Two weeks in the other thread, where did you buy/px the car from, is he a 'Garage'
Was there any history with the car and if so is there any receipts or documentation of any recent mechanical work such as a new clutch as it may be under warrantee?
The original thread was regarding an overheating Sti..... https://www.scoobynet.com/scoobynet-general-1/827841-overheating-sti.html so I assume the car was driving normal to a degree although it was overheating?
I would recommend that you ring Brian at Scoobyteknix and explain to him what symptoms/issues you are experiencing (He is likely to be at TOTB Sunday which is local to you), he would suggest you bring the car to him or he can collect and go from there. They are good guys and they offer very good rates. Based in Blackpool.
I'll ask spiltpin to join your thread, as he is very knowledgeable, but be prepared for more questions.
Rob
Sadly it was a private deal with a guy in Lincoln.
The Car was fine for a couple of days, with no signs of overheating.
Sat in town traffic one hot day, heat raised quickly to just under the red! pulled over, switched off and squeezed rad pipes.
Appeared fine for a few days then when left to idle for about 10 mins the temp had moved well above normal again.
Changed all the coolant and thermostat...again ok for a few days then heated up while under normal conditions??
I have a water pump on order from flea bay to see if this solves it.
With regards the clutch, My mate thinks the clutch has failed and shattered into pieces causing a jam?
The clutch arrived today, so hopefully be under it at the weekend to take a look with an old mechanic friend, whole be pretty gentle with me on the cost.
After i get it running again i think it will be a trip to a specialist, so they can cast their eye over it and tell me exactly what i have taken on
.Cheers,
Roy
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11 August 2010, 07:28 AM
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AG Motors at Crockey Hill know their Scoobs. Used them for a while now and they do a cracking job.
http://www.agmotorsyork.co.uk/
http://www.agmotorsyork.co.uk/
11 August 2010, 09:42 PM
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Hi, Im shocked at how helpful everybody is in this forum! Thanks all 
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Steven It would be great to have someone that knows the impreza well could cast an eye over it, but i live in York and dont want to put you out mate. Im starting the clutch replacement tomorrow with my pal from Audi so, as soon as its done i could always come to you. I had to drive the car over 80 miles when i collected it, and the temp was fine all the way. Mickywrx, the Fans kick in when, i pressume the temp reaches thermostat level but sometimes the upper pipe swells with hot water and the lower ones cold. Other times the lower pipes hot too (when i dont get the problem) could this be the water pump? I have a replacement one to try when i sort the clutch.
Cheers.
Roy
.Steven It would be great to have someone that knows the impreza well could cast an eye over it, but i live in York and dont want to put you out mate. Im starting the clutch replacement tomorrow with my pal from Audi so, as soon as its done i could always come to you. I had to drive the car over 80 miles when i collected it, and the temp was fine all the way. Mickywrx, the Fans kick in when, i pressume the temp reaches thermostat level but sometimes the upper pipe swells with hot water and the lower ones cold. Other times the lower pipes hot too (when i dont get the problem) could this be the water pump? I have a replacement one to try when i sort the clutch.
Cheers.
Roy
11 August 2010, 11:42 PM
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Hi, Im shocked at how helpful everybody is in this forum! Thanks all .
Steven It would be great to have someone that knows the impreza well could cast an eye over it, but i live in York and dont want to put you out mate. Im starting the clutch replacement tomorrow with my pal from Audi so, as soon as its done i could always come to you. I had to drive the car over 80 miles when i collected it, and the temp was fine all the way. Mickywrx, the Fans kick in when, i pressume the temp reaches thermostat level but sometimes the upper pipe swells with hot water and the lower ones cold. Other times the lower pipes hot too (when i dont get the problem) could this be the water pump? I have a replacement one to try when i sort the clutch.
Cheers.
Roy
.Steven It would be great to have someone that knows the impreza well could cast an eye over it, but i live in York and dont want to put you out mate. Im starting the clutch replacement tomorrow with my pal from Audi so, as soon as its done i could always come to you. I had to drive the car over 80 miles when i collected it, and the temp was fine all the way. Mickywrx, the Fans kick in when, i pressume the temp reaches thermostat level but sometimes the upper pipe swells with hot water and the lower ones cold. Other times the lower pipes hot too (when i dont get the problem) could this be the water pump? I have a replacement one to try when i sort the clutch.
Cheers.
Roy
Good luck, and im surely you will be on the road again soon. I have car transporter you could borrow if you get desperate, but im a good hour and half away from you.
Rob
12 August 2010, 09:23 AM
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I live near Pocklington and work in Leeds so drive past York everyday. I can call in any evening.
You aren't by chance the person who rang me the other day after speaking with Mark Bean are you?
Steven
You aren't by chance the person who rang me the other day after speaking with Mark Bean are you?
Steven
25 August 2010, 11:51 AM
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Cheers for all the offers of help guys, but i have come to the conclusion that overall, this car is not worth a carrot.
The idiot who worked on it last left nuts and bolts off everywhere! the clutch problem has originated from the clutch release pivot not being secured by the allen bolt in the side of the gearbox, which exited the side of the box and jammed under the starter!!! its had a bolt off the side of the gear box stabilizer bar missing too?? i would love to feed this car, in little pieces to the guy i got it off....or park it on top of his mint skyline but that wont really solve my problem of lacking funds and lack of car.
I think i will have to try and sell it as spares or repairs, with a borg and becker clutch and water pump. its mot'd until 07/01/2011 and had a gearbox in it in august 09. tax ran out start of august.
Its push bikes for me for a while...I feel sick
The idiot who worked on it last left nuts and bolts off everywhere! the clutch problem has originated from the clutch release pivot not being secured by the allen bolt in the side of the gearbox, which exited the side of the box and jammed under the starter!!! its had a bolt off the side of the gear box stabilizer bar missing too?? i would love to feed this car, in little pieces to the guy i got it off....or park it on top of his mint skyline but that wont really solve my problem of lacking funds and lack of car.
I think i will have to try and sell it as spares or repairs, with a borg and becker clutch and water pump. its mot'd until 07/01/2011 and had a gearbox in it in august 09. tax ran out start of august.
Its push bikes for me for a while...I feel sick
25 August 2010, 12:00 PM
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oh and its meant to be sti powered, when it was running it was boosting at just below 1.1 bar and holding boost all the way through.
Anyone have any clues on what i should be asking for it? i will post some pics later.
Anyone have any clues on what i should be asking for it? i will post some pics later.
25 August 2010, 08:19 PM
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Spoke to AG motors today, its booked in after the bank holiday weekend thanks to a loan off Mum...arent mums great (im 32 btw).
Not only that, but its running too! left it running for a good 20 mins on the drive with no drama...the top and bottom hoses were warm, im pretty happy about things now and i packed my noose back into the loft.
Thanks all!
Not only that, but its running too! left it running for a good 20 mins on the drive with no drama...the top and bottom hoses were warm, im pretty happy about things now and i packed my noose back into the loft.
Thanks all!
25 August 2010, 09:14 PM
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Hi, i dont want to come across as ungratefull, but this car really isnt a good reason to drag anyone over to look at it.
I jumped into something without looking into it and im going to jump out of it just as quick.
I will be looking to get a decent example from within this forum when i get enough cash together, but this one will be listed with its remaining problems once its driving.
Speedo doesnt work
body work isnt great
it looks like its been put together by a 10 year old
heaters dont work
overheats from time to time
front discs are warped
In fact i found it for sale on piston heads after i got it.
It was listed in Bradford the month before i got it for £895 with broken maf sensor and vandalized rear boot and glass..I got it from lincoln for just under £2k's worth of 98 civic vti... with a silver bootlid (not wired in) and new maf sensor.its been past from pillow to post. I wish i had seen it on piston heads......
In fact i would be embarrased to have someone look at it, who is used to looking at good ones.
Its easier for me to get it to wheldrake lane than it is to pocklington, as i dont have the facillities or equipment to work on a car at my home (as i found out)
Its just not worth the money it will cost me to sort it, if you can do it yourself its probably ok.
I have been quoted £200 by AG Motors to fit the clutch i have, then its going.
So if someone wants a cheap project it will be for sale, open to offers.
No offence Steven, i just dont think its worth coming out your way to look at it.
Oh and no we haven't spoken on the phone...there must be 2 people in York who recently got there pants pulled over there heads lol.
I jumped into something without looking into it and im going to jump out of it just as quick.
I will be looking to get a decent example from within this forum when i get enough cash together, but this one will be listed with its remaining problems once its driving.
Speedo doesnt work
body work isnt great
it looks like its been put together by a 10 year old
heaters dont work
overheats from time to time
front discs are warped
In fact i found it for sale on piston heads after i got it.
It was listed in Bradford the month before i got it for £895 with broken maf sensor and vandalized rear boot and glass..I got it from lincoln for just under £2k's worth of 98 civic vti... with a silver bootlid (not wired in) and new maf sensor.its been past from pillow to post. I wish i had seen it on piston heads......
In fact i would be embarrased to have someone look at it, who is used to looking at good ones.
Its easier for me to get it to wheldrake lane than it is to pocklington, as i dont have the facillities or equipment to work on a car at my home (as i found out)
Its just not worth the money it will cost me to sort it, if you can do it yourself its probably ok.
I have been quoted £200 by AG Motors to fit the clutch i have, then its going.
So if someone wants a cheap project it will be for sale, open to offers.
No offence Steven, i just dont think its worth coming out your way to look at it.
Oh and no we haven't spoken on the phone...there must be 2 people in York who recently got there pants pulled over there heads lol.
25 August 2010, 11:50 PM
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It looks better in the pictures....im betting someone on here has owned it at some point...I got the v5 back the other day, I'm the 19th owner!
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Sorry to go on guys but there has been a development, https://www.scoobynet.com/general-te...cs-inside.html
I found a previous owners thread whos been trying to solve the same problem...but he has pics too, Please note this is NOT the guy i bought it off.
The car is currently getting a new gearbox and clutch fitted at ag in york...so im going to battle through it no matter what.
I found a previous owners thread whos been trying to solve the same problem...but he has pics too, Please note this is NOT the guy i bought it off.
The car is currently getting a new gearbox and clutch fitted at ag in york...so im going to battle through it no matter what.
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