turbo II overheating

[initialD]

if a turbo II is overheating, should the thermostat or thermostat housing be removed or replaced?

[Sean]

I would take it off just to see if its operating correctly using a kettle of boiling water.

If it doesn\'t open, I know someone thats selling one;)

[initialD]

cheers for that and I saw that someones breaking a white one.

I ask because I saw a car advertised and the guy claims its overheating and he has broken the thermostat by removing it. From what you say there is some truth in the story.

[grinder]

youve been looking on ebay havent you matey

if he drove it whilst its been over heating - thats not a good sign for the engine

i thought he said that he broke the HOUSING for it - not the thermostat itself

ta

stu

[initialD]

yes thats the one.

I dont have a big budget, but Im looking for something special and dont mind doing a bit of work, although I prefer a car that looks bad but runs well as thats easier for me.

[grinder]

how are you with a welder /

[initialD]

not great mate, but I have freinds who be brided with beer. :p

[grinder]

im toying with the idea of getting shut of mine ( good god thats a scary thought )

its a 1990 TII with a rebuild - will be the same price as the ebay one - but needs some welding

have a look at it in my sig !

[Sean]

You wont sell yours (you had a go at me for selling mine!)

[grinder]

tempted to get an FD matey - still not sure though

[88GT-R]

Originally posted by grinder
tempted to get an FD matey - still not sure though

Hold up a sec...you losing faith??? If you spent less time on this forum..:mad:

John
88 GT-R

[initialD]

do all turbo II have lsd? im told this is essential for rwd fun.

[J4P RX]

Originally posted by initialD
do all turbo II have lsd? im told this is essential for rwd fun.

If this is just gonna be a drift car then it might be easier to have one with an open diff and get it welded up.  Cheap and effective but not so nice to live with.  Depends what you want it for though.

[initialD]

not a drift car mate, road car - lots of nice empty country lanes between me and work!

[grinder]

Originally posted by 88GT-R
Hold up a sec...you losing faith??? If you spent less time on this forum..:mad:

John
88 GT-R

i know matey - i just dont which way to turn