Its the dollars that worry me too Judy.
Thank you QueenKombi. Very informative and I will be reading it out to the mechanic John when I go back at lunch time.
As I did JC's post earlier. When I read JCs out he said he wanted to do that yesterday but knew I was on a tight budget.
Not knowing exactly what the problem is but knowing there is a problem with a valve, he will start with the compression test and work through to find it.
QueenKombi said
06:00 PM Oct 3, 2013
On the subject of whether or not to use valve saver, everyone seems to have a different opinion. Any mention of the subject usually opens a can of worms as is testified in this post I looked up..........
"As a mechanic I have never used or recommended the use of lead replacement additives, and I'm yet to see any evidence that they improve valve-train life. I usually stay out of discussions on this 'can of worms' topic as I know some people go to a lot of trouble to fit flashlube etc to protect their engines. IMO these companies are praying on unknowing motorists who still have doubts about running their older cars on unleaded fuel. I have a V8 Torana that I have intentionally run on ulp without valve lube for well over 12yrs now to show people how unnecessary it is."
One question to ask is what's in a particular product? There is no information on the label of Flash Lube. Someone at a parts store where I used to buy it told me it was mostly automatic transmission fluid!!
A Google search will provide lots of sites dedicated to their "valve saving product" but few technical sites concerning it's long term use.
barina said
06:26 PM Oct 3, 2013
I just am amazed at the thoughtfulness and help provided to anyone who needs questions answered and assistance with problems.........keep up the good work
jules47 said
06:38 PM Oct 3, 2013
That's what makes this site so great - the sharing of information, and the caring for one another - makes for great meet ups - feel like you already know the people!!!!
jetj said
06:44 PM Oct 3, 2013
I've got my fingers crossed that things are easily and cheaply fixed Marj.
mr glassies said
12:37 AM Oct 4, 2013
diesel or petrol im with jim there but if its been rebuilt 2 yrs ago sounds a bit funny maybe the guy just needed some work . sorry it does happen
dibs
Happywanderer said
01:42 AM Oct 4, 2013
I thought I wrote results on here before but for some reason it hasn't posted.
All well and as others have said on here this forum and it's members are allso helpful, knowledgeable and caring. A lot of us wouldn't be able to stay on the road if it wasn't for all of your help.
In fact if I hadn't bothered writing on here last night, I would have driven back to Vic and hoped for the best. Maybe would have been vehicleless by the time Igot there.
Couple of things to mention while it's clear in my head.
Mechanic John did say you could easily use Automatic transmission fluid in place of the valve saver, so QueenKombi you must be right about that.
Also this had only just started to cause a problem He last did service in June before I went down for birth of grandson and ran well on way back.
He certainly didn't Ned the work dibs. Squeezed me in this morning when I we t back with this forum in hand. No appointment and other jobs waiting were pushed back.
The compression test showed #4 low and he did reset /adjust the gap? that jc mentioned in his first post. Forgotten the terminology.
Miracle it was something quick and easy and she's running well.
With the amount of problems with Myrtle over the last 2 and half years no wonder I have such a high amount of posts.lol
dazren said
02:08 AM Oct 4, 2013
Bloody Beauty
Marj, you are going to sleep a lot better tonight, ?? Glad it all worked out for you
Sheba said
02:13 AM Oct 4, 2013
That's great news Marj.
Cheers,
Sheba.
Kiwi-as said
02:17 AM Oct 4, 2013
I feel pleased and happy for you Marj. It certainly was the GN forum at its best.
Wish my problem was as easily fixed. They also looked at that to fix mine.
justcruisin01 said
02:18 AM Oct 4, 2013
Happywanderer wrote:
I thought I wrote results on here before but for some reason it hasn't posted. All well and as others have said on here this forum and it's members are allso helpful, knowledgeable and caring. A lot of us wouldn't be able to stay on the road if it wasn't for all of your help. In fact if I hadn't bothered writing on here last night, I would have driven back to Vic and hoped for the best. Maybe would have been vehicleless by the time Igot there. Couple of things to mention while it's clear in my head. Mechanic John did say you could easily use Automatic transmission fluid in place of the valve saver, so QueenKombi you must be right about that. Also this had only just started to cause a problem He last did service in June before I went down for birth of grandson and ran well on way back. He certainly didn't Ned the work dibs. Squeezed me in this morning when I we t back with this forum in hand. No appointment and other jobs waiting were pushed back. The compression test showed #4 low and he did reset /adjust the gap? that jc mentioned in his first post. Forgotten the terminology. Miracle it was something quick and easy and she's running well. With the amount of problems with Myrtle over the last 2 and half years no wonder I have such a high amount of posts.lol
Ha ha , that saved your butt; & pocket.
I'll have my accountant foward you the account.
JC.
jules47 said
02:34 AM Oct 4, 2013
Good one Marj - shows what a wonderful site this is - everyone willing to help one another - love it!!!!!!
QueenKombi said
02:55 AM Oct 4, 2013
Great news indeed Marj. Not uncommon for a tappet to tighten up after the head has been off/ engine recently re-built etc.
Glad it was something simple and many happy and safe miles to you
Happywanderer said
03:06 AM Oct 4, 2013
Yes, Dazren. Didn't get much sleep last night. I felt really defeated about it all.
JC I bow to you. So knowledgeable about so many things. Maybe I need to do a tagalong with you and Leonie. Every day when we stop I could give you little jobs to do.
There are so many wonderful helpful people on here who have helped me along the way.
To all the new members out there, do come on and ask questions. Don't be afraid to ask any question no matter how trivial you might think it is.
Kiwi-as, I do hope you get yours fixed soon so you can get back on the road.
herbie said
03:07 AM Oct 4, 2013
Now your ready to rock & roll,safe travelling.
barina said
03:12 AM Oct 4, 2013
Great news Marj...travel south safely
Baz421 said
03:15 AM Oct 4, 2013
As good an outcome as could be expected at the minimal cost too,,, great to see all Ok now.
Happywanderer said
03:23 AM Oct 4, 2013
All it cost today was 1 hours labour can't complain about that.
justcruisin01 said
03:28 AM Oct 4, 2013
Happywanderer wrote:
JC I bow to you. So knowledgeable about so many things. Maybe I need to do a tagalong with you and Leonie. Every day when we stop I could give you little jobs to do.
Been there done that; its over rated.
Keep the fridge stocked.LOL
JC.
Baz421 said
03:48 AM Oct 4, 2013
justcruisin01 wrote:
Happywanderer wrote:
JC I bow to you. So knowledgeable about so many things. Maybe I need to do a tagalong with you and Leonie. Every day when we stop I could give you little jobs to do.
Been there done that; its over rated.
Keep the fridge stocked.LOL
JC.
I'll do anything for a stocked fridge,,,,,, be your slave forwever,,lol
jetj said
06:15 AM Oct 4, 2013
I'm so glad you got it sorted and didn't cost a fortune. Very helpful members of this forum.
Rip and Rosie said
03:05 PM Oct 4, 2013
Every night when I say my prayers it's ".......... and God bless Marj and Myrtle."
Gerty Dancer said
03:46 PM Oct 4, 2013
Just back online and found this thread... I love this forum! so pleased it has worked out for you Marj.
Maybe in future you could do a "Yoeleven" and update your Hi-ace with free-camping savings
countryroad said
08:16 PM Oct 5, 2013
Saturday 5th today....what great news, we can all breathe easier...and I haven't met Marj just so friendly on here.
Robyn
-- Edited by countryroad on Saturday 5th of October 2013 08:23:05 PM
Thank you QueenKombi. Very informative and I will be reading it out to the mechanic John when I go back at lunch time.
As I did JC's post earlier. When I read JCs out he said he wanted to do that yesterday but knew I was on a tight budget.
Not knowing exactly what the problem is but knowing there is a problem with a valve, he will start with the compression test and work through to find it.
"As a mechanic I have never used or recommended the use of lead replacement additives, and I'm yet to see any evidence that they improve valve-train life. I usually stay out of discussions on this 'can of worms' topic as I know some people go to a lot of trouble to fit flashlube etc to protect their engines. IMO these companies are praying on unknowing motorists who still have doubts about running their older cars on unleaded fuel. I have a V8 Torana that I have intentionally run on ulp without valve lube for well over 12yrs now to show people how unnecessary it is."
One question to ask is what's in a particular product? There is no information on the label of Flash Lube. Someone at a parts store where I used to buy it told me it was mostly automatic transmission fluid!!
A Google search will provide lots of sites dedicated to their "valve saving product" but few technical sites concerning it's long term use.
I just am amazed at the thoughtfulness and help provided to anyone who needs questions answered and assistance with problems.........keep up the good work
I've got my fingers crossed that things are easily and cheaply fixed Marj.
dibs
All well and as others have said on here this forum and it's members are allso helpful, knowledgeable and caring. A lot of us wouldn't be able to stay on the road if it wasn't for all of your help.
In fact if I hadn't bothered writing on here last night, I would have driven back to Vic and hoped for the best. Maybe would have been vehicleless by the time Igot there.
Couple of things to mention while it's clear in my head.
Mechanic John did say you could easily use Automatic transmission fluid in place of the valve saver, so QueenKombi you must be right about that.
Also this had only just started to cause a problem He last did service in June before I went down for birth of grandson and ran well on way back.
He certainly didn't Ned the work dibs. Squeezed me in this morning when I we t back with this forum in hand. No appointment and other jobs waiting were pushed back.
The compression test showed #4 low and he did reset /adjust the gap? that jc mentioned in his first post. Forgotten the terminology.
Miracle it was something quick and easy and she's running well.
With the amount of problems with Myrtle over the last 2 and half years no wonder I have such a high amount of posts.lol
Marj, you are going to sleep a lot better tonight, ?? Glad it all worked out for you
That's great news Marj.
Cheers,
Sheba.
Wish my problem was as easily fixed. They also looked at that to fix mine.
Ha ha , that saved your butt; & pocket.
I'll have my accountant foward you the account.
JC.
Great news indeed Marj. Not uncommon for a tappet to tighten up after the head has been off/ engine recently re-built etc.
Glad it was something simple and many happy and safe miles to you
JC I bow to you. So knowledgeable about so many things. Maybe I need to do a tagalong with you and Leonie. Every day when we stop I could give you little jobs to do.
There are so many wonderful helpful people on here who have helped me along the way.
To all the new members out there, do come on and ask questions. Don't be afraid to ask any question no matter how trivial you might think it is.
Kiwi-as, I do hope you get yours fixed soon so you can get back on the road.
Now your ready to rock & roll,safe travelling.
Great news Marj...travel south safely
As good an outcome as could be expected at the minimal cost too,,, great to see all Ok now.
Been there done that; its over rated.
Keep the fridge stocked.LOL
JC.
I'll do anything for a stocked fridge,,,,,, be your slave forwever,,lol
I'm so glad you got it sorted and didn't cost a fortune. Very helpful members of this forum.
Every night when I say my prayers it's ".......... and God bless Marj and Myrtle."
Maybe in future you could do a "Yoeleven" and update your Hi-ace with free-camping savings
Saturday 5th today....what great news, we can all breathe easier...and I haven't met Marj just so friendly on here.
Robyn
-- Edited by countryroad on Saturday 5th of October 2013 08:23:05 PM