GloryBoy
New member
Hi, driving my 2002 1,2 Mk2 yesterday on motorway, started to make a horrible noise - thought it was a wheel bearing at first but only intermittent. Stopped at services, traced noise to the fan. It was dark so couldn't see properly, but checked the blades for damage (with engine off obviously!) and couldn't find any. Drove it home ok, but it was decidely chilly by this point so guess the cold air kept the engine cold. Three questions:
was the noise the sound of the motor burning out up - and if so, would it have anything to do with the new 'winter-ready' battery I fitted the day before?
is there a bearing that may be wearing or in need of greasing?
could it be damage to the blades caused by some crud coming through rad or t'tother way from engine?
Just checked shop4parts and rad fan motor / cowling is £65 - is this easy to fit for a very amateur DIY?
Many thanks,
Tim
was the noise the sound of the motor burning out up - and if so, would it have anything to do with the new 'winter-ready' battery I fitted the day before?
is there a bearing that may be wearing or in need of greasing?
could it be damage to the blades caused by some crud coming through rad or t'tother way from engine?
Just checked shop4parts and rad fan motor / cowling is £65 - is this easy to fit for a very amateur DIY?
Many thanks,
Tim
I just sold a fan for £10 yesterday!
