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just bought 2.5 v6
« on: 20 January 2013, 11:20:33 »
hi guys
just bought omega 2.5 v6 petrol, i noticed a little cream sludge under oil cap, should i be concerned?
the engine dosnt seem to idle smoothly either, seems to be a vibration through the car, not a massive amount just dosnt seem right. also how do i get the golve box out in 1 piece? , door is broken.

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Re: just bought 2.5 v6
« Reply #1 on: 20 January 2013, 11:26:49 »
to remove the glovebox theres a guide in the mantince section,
The sludge on the the oil filler is common on omega's that do short journeys,only worry if its in the coolent bottle.
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Re: just bought 2.5 v6
« Reply #2 on: 20 January 2013, 11:36:40 »
If you're worried about head gasket, don't be :D

As said, short journeys cause a mayo effect on cap, as not enough heat to burn off the moisture. Some oils, eg Castrol Magnatec, are excessively prone to this, and best avoided.

However, be aware, your breathers will get in a similar state, so think about cleaning those out soon, and include it on regular maintenece schedules.

You are in the right place - we have the knowledge here to advise on which parts/consumables are best, and how to do virtually any job. Welcome :y
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Re: just bought 2.5 v6
« Reply #3 on: 20 January 2013, 11:42:03 »
Best approach is to treat the engine to a basic oil/filters/breathger clean/inspection type service and then see how things are after that.If you post up your location there may be someone local who can advise/ assist. :y
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Re: just bought 2.5 v6
« Reply #4 on: 20 January 2013, 11:48:16 »
welcome to the forum :y :y
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Re: just bought 2.5 v6
« Reply #5 on: 20 January 2013, 12:18:02 »
hi & welcome :y
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Re: just bought 2.5 v6
« Reply #6 on: 20 January 2013, 16:52:03 »
Yup! Welcome to Miggy ownership!!  :y
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Re: just bought 2.5 v6
« Reply #7 on: 20 January 2013, 17:43:00 »
As to the vibration it sounds like a slight missfire, check the plug wells for oil, if wet then the cam covers will require replacement and poss leads as well.
there is a guide to cam cover seals replacment in the maint guides.
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Re: just bought 2.5 v6
« Reply #8 on: 21 January 2013, 10:05:22 »
thnx guys  :D
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Re: just bought 2.5 v6
« Reply #9 on: 21 January 2013, 10:25:48 »
You could take the oil filler neck off and screw the yellow oil filler cap direct as this helps reduce the gunk.
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Re: just bought 2.5 v6
« Reply #10 on: 21 January 2013, 10:33:13 »
just thought id add im in blackburn lancashire, could do with knowing about anyone who can do the cam cover gaskets for me plz!

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Re: just bought 2.5 v6
« Reply #11 on: 21 January 2013, 11:16:06 »
Probably Elite Pete is your best bet, highly regarded for his work on Omegas here.
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