Omfg!!!!

[talkingcars]

and second hand engines aren't that expensive.

[big_wasa]

But thats a lot of work for the value of car.

[James Raby]

Coolant has never been below minimum!
Going down garage tomorrow to see what the damage is, will try and get pic of the V too

[James Raby]

GOOD NEWS!!!!

Seems it was just a shed load of condensation in the dipstick?!

The engine oil was as expected after a few thousands miles, The dipstick does seem very eager to just pop out though (maybe the o ring perished)

Will be getting a new one (price dependent)
Also getting a thermostat kit http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/140622422259 and will need an inlet manifold gasket too

[big_wasa]

All well that ends well then. I am sure I've herd of a few that have done mega milage.

[James Raby]

just confused me as most threads state only kv6 gasjet failure bu poorly maintained vehicles!!

I change the oil every 6000 miles regardless! always gets the love and attention it needs

CANNOT find a dipstick though!!!!

[DuckFeet]

Originally Posted by James Raby

will need an inlet manifold gasket too

Is one required? I thought the manifold just popped off the o-rings but the IM stayed attached. Happy to be corrected but thought i'd poke my nose in, in case I can save you some time/effort.

[James Raby]

I mean to get to the thermostat - it's beneath the manifolds themselves (we all call the inlet plenum "inlet manifold" so gets confusing)

[James Raby]

Couldn't resist a quick clean of engine whilst at the garage lol

[petet16]

Dipstick sir

http://www.mgroverpartfinder.co.uk/X...t=1&Price=0.91