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| shazzy90 Member Since: 17 Dec 2010 Location: tyneside Posts: 489  |
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20th Jul 2016 7:07pm |
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| GREENI Member Since: 22 Aug 2010 Location: staffs Posts: 10383 
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Yes it could, but it won't be worth it. It's tired. I'd say buy new.
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20th Jul 2016 7:15pm |
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| BigRuss Member Since: 15 May 2010 Location: Norfolk Posts: 2785 
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But be prepared for the full extent of the weld failure that NDE will identify Russell
2011MY 110 XS USW Black |
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20th Jul 2016 7:45pm |
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| Likeomg Member Since: 29 Jun 2012 Location: Lake District / Newcastle Posts: 2660 
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where abouts on tyneside? i think i have one in reasonable condition..?
or is that a uprated one thats failed? |
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20th Jul 2016 9:10pm |
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| Riccarton Member Since: 10 Aug 2015 Location: Gods' Own Country Posts: 280  
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It should only cost £20 - £30 to get it welded once removed from the vehicle.
As the boost comes and goes these see stress and strain that will find any weakness - such as a poor weld. If this is all it is then a decent weld should solve it long term. Yes, it has fatigued, but the image isn't clear enough to determine the quality of the original weld. For the sake of £20 or £30 I'd get it repaired first berfore spending big bucks. Remember to flush it out well after repair - just in case  |
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20th Jul 2016 10:26pm |
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| shazzy90 Member Since: 17 Dec 2010 Location: tyneside Posts: 489 |
it is a uprated one ,I would change it for standard,but I am worried a standard one will not suit the remapped ecu,but I am open to any advice on this matter |
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20th Jul 2016 11:09pm |
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| Likeomg Member Since: 29 Jun 2012 Location: Lake District / Newcastle Posts: 2660
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depends on the map i guess, ive got the alive ultimate intercooler if your looking for one that wont cause any more issues... welcome to come have a look,
re the map, you could get them to adjust it for not having a big intercooler till you can acquire one? |
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20th Jul 2016 11:38pm |
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| Caterham Member Since: 06 Nov 2008 Location: Birmingham Posts: 6346  
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I think the cost difference between new and a repair needs to be considered against the hassle of fitting.
I'd be well miffed if the cooler failed again after just a few months of refitting. good luck which ever way you decide to go. |
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21st Jul 2016 9:21am |
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