diesel Mechanic

[coldchilli]

Hi guys, I have got a 94 2.8TD Pajero. I suspect that I have got a leak with the head gasket. I bled the cooling system this weekend and found that there were small bubbles (like foam) at the neck of the radiator. Does anyone know a reliable mechanic on the north shore to check this for me and that would fix if this is the case.

[coxsy]

That 4wd shop on hillside rd maybe a idea

[Ant]

http://www.turbo.co.nz/alltech/contact.php

These guys know their stuff. But not the cheapest. Would be good to get a diagnosis from them.

[coldchilli]

Thanks for the help, Alltech referred me to a place on Barrys point road. The guy that I spoke to was fantastic and straight up. Short conversion and he told me the issue. Seems like the head need replacing.

[Ant]

There was a guy on Trade Me that was doing head replacements at a very good rate. I know cheep is not always best, but might be worth having a chat to him and find out what history he has. sorry i dont have his link anymore but he has a "services" add on trademe specialising in heads and diesel pumps.

[Ant]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/services/trade ... 062908.htm

I think this is the one. From memory he was gonna do a head for me and re-seal the diesel pump for $1200. best to give him a call and get some history from him.

[Ralfie]

4WD Systems off Road Equipment & Services
09-444 6676
127 Target Rd Glenfield Auckland 0629
Ian has run Pajeros himself over the years so knows his stuff.

[coldchilli]

Taking the car in today for the repairs, will let you all know how it went, including the service received and work done.

[coldchilli]

Got the car back after 3 days as they had to order a new water pipe from Wellywood. Car has been going like a dream. All that needs to be done is flush the water system. I can say that the service I got was great.

The mechanic showed me the old head and the thing looked like a spider web with all the cracks.

Got to love old cars.......