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Highlander
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Re: Header Tank
« Reply #20 on: Aug 17th, 2010, 10:52am » |
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They dont get rid of parts, the prices just go up! 
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freddieboy
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Re: Header Tank
« Reply #21 on: Aug 17th, 2010, 11:36am » |
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Hi All, My search is over thanks to wheelrim, who kindly sent me a spare tank that he had. Fitting it should be easy, once I have soaked the retaining screws in penetrating oil to release them.
Once again, thanks to all for info/advice etc.
What would we Scorpio boys do without this site. cheers Fred.
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Stixy
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Re: Header Tank
« Reply #22 on: Aug 17th, 2010, 5:23pm » |
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on Aug 17th, 2010, 10:52am, Highlander wrote:They dont get rid of parts, the prices just go up!
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I have noticed that with other stuff
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Re: Header Tank
« Reply #23 on: Aug 17th, 2010, 10:13pm » |
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I, like many, have had the same problem with a split tank. Age, brittle plastic, movement, etc. When replacing the tank, I noticed that it sat on a metal bracket so I dampend the edge with the split plastic covering used for wiring., cushioning the tank.
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Re: Header Tank
« Reply #24 on: Aug 18th, 2010, 12:29pm » |
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Hi All, Just changed over tanks after cleaning electrical connections. Before I added water I checked both sensors (old & new), and both showed up on the dash as low coolant. I topped up the header tank and the dashbord light would not go out. I was able to change over the sensors, as I hadn`t bolted down the unit, but the problem remains. Checked the plug and wiring which seem to be in good shape. Ran the engine up to temp, tank is holding out well, but still this electrical prob exists. I thought the job was going too well !
So , any suggestions folks? cheers Fred W
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freddieboy
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Re: Header Tank
« Reply #25 on: Aug 18th, 2010, 10:00pm » |
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Low coolant light on dash stays on even when plug is disconnected. Have checked plug and wiring and they seem to be in good shape.
The warning light was working correctly before the tank exchange, and I was very careful not to strain the electrical connector and cable.
I have just trawled through 75 of the help pages but no info on this problem so far. Can anyone help? Thanks Fred
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Re: Header Tank
« Reply #26 on: Aug 18th, 2010, 10:13pm » |
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Before you fitted the tank could you hear the float moving inside it when tipped about ?
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freddieboy
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Re: Header Tank
« Reply #27 on: Aug 18th, 2010, 10:37pm » |
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Hi, THere isnt a float in this type of set up. The actual sensor is like a plastic pencil shaped unit which fits into a sleeve set into the bottom of the tank. Therefore it doesnt actually come into contact with water at all.
Oh Dear, the wonder of electronics. 
cheers Fred
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Re: Header Tank
« Reply #28 on: Aug 18th, 2010, 10:45pm » |
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Yes there is 
there is an internal float with a magnet in it and the sensor is a reed switch .
If you couldnt hear this moving when the tank was off this could be your problem
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freddieboy
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Re: Header Tank
« Reply #29 on: Aug 19th, 2010, 4:59am » |
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I stand corrected. When float was mentioned I visualised the old "ballthingy" type of float. I will certainly check the old and new tanks for the movement you described.
Does the bayonet type plastic sensor have to be in place to do this check, or is the moving part within the tank itself?
My apologies for being such a numpty. Thanks for the advice. regards Fred.
So much to learn, so little time
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Re: Header Tank
« Reply #30 on: Aug 19th, 2010, 9:22am » |
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on Aug 19th, 2010, 4:59am, freddieboy wrote:| So much to learn, so little time |
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Havent we all
The sensor doesnt need to be fitted for the float to move . It just sounds like there is somthing loose inside the tank
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Re: Header Tank
« Reply #31 on: Aug 19th, 2010, 9:33am » |
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Thanks Stixy. The problem was that the float in the replacement tank had somehow jammed, but I gave it a good shake and it freed itself. It is now installed, and I`m pleased to say that everything is working as it should. Many thanks for your (and others) advice. Regards Fred
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Re: Header Tank
« Reply #32 on: Aug 19th, 2010, 9:38am » |
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Glad its fixed
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Re: Header Tank
« Reply #33 on: Aug 19th, 2010, 9:54am » |
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Over and Out 
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