ovloV V40 and it's Fails!!

[andy_d]

dont want to say it,,
gear lever jumping about says gbox/engine mount to me,, maybe loose maybe borked? but could just be down to the misfire

[inchley313]

I replaced the box with a good friend of mine (mechanic) not long ago, the mount looked ok at the time and the car has hardly done any miles since then but I will have another look to make sure.

[gatos]

Check the gear lever bushes too

[inchley313]

Originally Posted by gatos

Check the gear lever bushes too

There goosed without question but as I can still select all the gears without problem, that's a job for another day!!!! The Gear lever has always been like stirring rice pudding but has never jumped around with acceleration before!! I has holding the gear knob.... (don't!!!) in second gear and felt it move a fair amount.... (again, don't) when I took my foot off the accelerator and again when I booted it. I don't remember the car ever doing that before??

[inchley313]

I have just had the old girl out for a good old joy ride across the mountain and I'm beaming from ear to ear!!!!!!!!!! Horrid smell from inside has gone, windsceen not misting up, engine temp steady,120mph and a wife screaming at me while I'm giving an evil laugh!!!!

I'm well chuffed!! Thank you all for your info and advice!!

[inchley313]

Right, time for a quick update!!

Have now had the car back on the road for a couple of months and I am pleased to report the work I have done so far is FAULTLESS!!!!!!!!!!

Heater matrix and lower hose from gatos spot on!!
P2 brakes from gatos described as "1 week old", methinks he lies!! MUCH BETTER THAN 1 WEEK OLD BRAKES!!!! They are awesome!! I have never known a car stop this good!!!!!!!!
T4 Indicators from pacman67, Looking GOOD!!!!!

However, it is not all good news!!

Since getting the car back on the road, a lot of dash bulbs have decided that 170,000 miles is more than enough and they have decided to retire!! Also, I have noticed the rear brake calipers are now binding and require replacement. (I had my suspicions when I replaced the rear pads at the same time as the gear box. They were binding then but knowing the front calipers were knackered, I was hoping that would cure the problem!!). There is a water coming in from above the drivers seat somewhere, possible sunroof leaking or a blocked water channel?? I have also noticed the car is "wondering" on the road, still to do a proper diagnosis, I feel the problem is coming from the rear of the car, maybe bushes or something??

[inchley313]

List of jobs done in order:

Replaced N/S/F Wheel Bearing
Replaced Gearbox
Replaced Clutch Slave Cylinder
Replaced Rear Brake Pads
Replaced Heater Matrix
Replaced Lower Coolant Hose
Replaced Front Indicators for P1.5 T4 Indicators

List of jobs to do in order:

Replace Headlights for P2 Headlights
Replace N/S/F ABS Sensor
Replace Dash Bulbs
Replace Gear Linkage Bushes
Check Engine Mount Rubbers For Excessive Wear
Investigate Misfire When Accelerating Under 2000 RPM
Carry out Full Service Incl. Gearbox Oil Replacement and Fitting Induction Kit
Investigate Water Ingress From Above Drivers Seat
Replace Head Lining due to Water Damage
Replace Rear Brake Calipers
Investigate Slight Issue With Car Wondering Around The Road
Carry out Body Work Repairs on O/S/R Wing (Previous Owner Abuse)
Replace Exhaust Rear Silencer With Aftermarket Universal (Baffles in rear box gone)
Replace Front Side Marker Lights
Replace Timing Belt
Fit 17" Alloys
Lower Suspension by 40mm

Hopefully I will have all this completed before July when I hope going on holiday in the car to Lithuania, but I will not take the car unless it is 100% right!!

Now I have added a full list of things to do, it also gives me a list to work from!! I will keep you all posted as to how I get on and obviously add photos as I go!!

[inchley313]

I forgot "Replaced Front Brake Calipers, Discs & Pads" in " Jobs Done"

[tt82]

Big list to do, good luck with it.

[inchley313]

Done a bit of work to the ovloV tonight, we got the grille sprayed black and to say I am pleased with the job my mate has done is a massive understatement!!

Also, I have added a couple of Monster Energy stickers as they are the official sponser of the TT this year and I am getting into the spirit of things!!