Recent content by Northern Rivers Blade

Thanks everyone. I've had some help from a friend. Doesn't look like it's electrical at all. Oil level was very high (even though I had put the right amount in) so we drained oil again and it had some coolant in it. Now have coolant coming out of exhaust when I try to start the engine. Calling...

Hello all Have had the battery tested and it is OK. A mate has suggested giving the solenoid and starter a tap with a jimmy or a hammer. Where are they? Can this help? Any other ideas?

Thanks everyone.

Connections seem OK. Is there a way of testing if the battery is dead before I buy a replacement?

A breather hose! Thanks. I've roughly reattached it at the top. Is there a trick to getting it back on? Soften it up with heat? Does it need a clamp to keep it on? Re starting the engine: when I turn the ignition key to the left to warm up the glow plugs, I'm not hearing the clicking noise that...

Hello all I know nothing about engines. Am looking for help. My B7100HST was overheating so I changed the oil, blew debris out from the radiator grille, and topped up the coolant. Tried to start it and it sounded like it was going to start, then lost all power and just coughed instead. Opened...