Well my one hour project to clean and replace the absolutely clogged EGR Valve turned into multiple days as I had to wait for the replacement gasket. The information that I found on the internet really helped me to get this project done and probably saved a few bucks besides.
The websites said that the replacement gaskets were hard to come by, so I ordered it through AutoZone based on that information. Because I am not good at waiting, I decided to call my local Napa on Saturday and although they didn't carry it in the store, they ordered it for me and had it by noon on Monday. The gasket was cheaper at Napa than at AutoZone and I did not have to pay shipping. I sent AutoZone an email regarding their slow ordering processes and received a bunch of excuses back, so I know where all my future parts will be ordered.
So I headed home yesterday and had everything buttoned back up on the Tin Can in anticipation of the moment of truth...turning the key. I did just that and the Tin Can fired right over, the check engine light was off and I thought I heard the Tin Can breath a sigh of relief, as much as to say, I can finally breath!
I did take a test drive around the block and there seemed to be greater pep and get up and go and the gassy smell that used to come out of the exhaust pipe seemed to be gone. So at this point, I will say that my endeavor was successful and now I can move on to my next project, which is installing a receiver hit on the Suzuki to enable us to take our bikes out on our next adventure.
So that is all that is fit to report today, I hope you are all breathing easy as well as you are out and about on your adventures. Wherever and whatever you are doing, do it safely and enjoy. Thanks for the visit.
Way to go!
ReplyDeleteA while back Bob learned how to replace the fuel filter on his Ford F350 diesel via the internet. He save quite few bucks by doing it himself!
Since you already have a receiver hitch on your C-Class to tow the Tin Can with why not just change the head. I have seen many motor homes pulling toads with the bicycles hanging above the tow bar. It's definitely cheaper and easier to install, 5 Minutes compared to 3 hours doing it yourself with no scraped knuckles. Besides mounting that extra weight on the tracker could cause it to sway back and forth causing you control problems for steering the motorhome. Be Safe and Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteIt's about time.
I guess you get a gold star on that repair job.
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear the repair was a success. I'm always impressed with those who can "do it yourself."
ReplyDeleteThere is nothing more satisfying than when a repair is successful.
ReplyDeleteAlas, there is nothing more frustrating than making a repair, and still have the problem ... lol.
Good job !!
Take care ... TnT
Don't have a clue what an EGR valve is but whatever it is ... glad you got it taken care of.
ReplyDeleteNice job! I always use NAPA stores whenever possible, they are the best in my opinion.
ReplyDeleteNapa always has the harder to find stuff... They have big local warehouses... Either here or over in California....
ReplyDeleteGreat job - I'm impressed!
ReplyDeleteGood job on cleaning up the EGR valve.
ReplyDeleteWe have the bikes on the back of our coach above the tow bar. But it would be nice to have it on the car so we can take our bikes to another location with the car. Good lucke.
well done...
ReplyDeleteThat little blue sport ute is good to go again. Nice work with that repair.
ReplyDeleteThanks for all of the positive reinforcement, it is always nice to have something work the first time around!
ReplyDeleteIt's a wonderful thing to be able to fix some of the problems yourself. Nice job
ReplyDeleteIsn't it great when a plan comes together......Congratulations!!Job well done!
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