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[danzigfan]

Thought I fixed coolant leak last week - I didn't, still leaking, replaced both suspension arms - still hear some banging when driving over small bumps, full geometry setup done - still doesn't corner well, front HID sensor keeps sending warning after arms change, cam sensor on it's way, cam gasket needs replacement.....aaarrggghhhh  
Damn....

[omega3000]

Oh dear  Seems its trying your patience 

[tunnie]

Thought I fixed coolant leak last week - I didn't, still leaking, replaced both suspension arms - still hear some banging when driving over small bumps, full geometry setup done - still doesn't corner well, front HID sensor keeps sending warning after arms change, cam sensor on it's way, cam gasket needs replacement.....aaarrggghhhh  
Damn....

Checked drop links?

Steering idler ok?

Cam sensors lasts well, make sure you get genuine if you can. Same for gasket, cheap enough for 2.2/2.0 on trade here at least 

[danzigfan]

Oh dear  Seems its trying your patience 

Oh yes,....she does....

[danzigfan]

Thought I fixed coolant leak last week - I didn't, still leaking, replaced both suspension arms - still hear some banging when driving over small bumps, full geometry setup done - still doesn't corner well, front HID sensor keeps sending warning after arms change, cam sensor on it's way, cam gasket needs replacement.....aaarrggghhhh  
Damn....

Checked drop links?

Steering idler ok?

Cam sensors lasts well, make sure you get genuine if you can. Same for gasket, cheap enough for 2.2/2.0 on trade here at least 

Genuine gasket around 40/50e, cam sensor around 100  , the wheel has no play, drop links fine, ....really don't know what else could it be.
Imagine an omega parked all night, you put into reverse, after a few yards press the brake and hear the muffled bang from the front, it's not the brake itself, like something moved where the suspension arm is, really can't figure it out 

[omega3000]

Sub-frame 

[cem_devecioglu]

Thought I fixed coolant leak last week - I didn't, still leaking, replaced both suspension arms - still hear some banging when driving over small bumps, full geometry setup done - still doesn't corner well, front HID sensor keeps sending warning after arms change, cam sensor on it's way, cam gasket needs replacement.....aaarrggghhhh  
Damn....

cam gasket and cam sensor are important and must be serviced before everything.. and keep topping up the coolant with dye additive.. then you can find easily (I hope)

[danzigfan]

Sub-frame 

My fears too... I've been looking for a replacement for a while now, a V6 if possible see road tax is the same here from 1.8 to 2.5, only difference would be a bit more expensive insurance and that's it.  Anyone has an opinion about this one

http://www.avto.net/_AVTO/ad.asp?ID=7752392&show=1   
 No low mileage bargain where I live and I think there's a "repaired" rust on left rear wheelarche, as far as I can see on mobile

[danzigfan]

Thought I fixed coolant leak last week - I didn't, still leaking, replaced both suspension arms - still hear some banging when driving over small bumps, full geometry setup done - still doesn't corner well, front HID sensor keeps sending warning after arms change, cam sensor on it's way, cam gasket needs replacement.....aaarrggghhhh  
Damn....

cam gasket and cam sensor are important and must be serviced before everything.. and keep topping up the coolant with dye additive.. then you can find easily (I hope)

I've spent so much on coolant in three years I could buy a new radiator Cem 

[cem_devecioglu]

Thought I fixed coolant leak last week - I didn't, still leaking, replaced both suspension arms - still hear some banging when driving over small bumps, full geometry setup done - still doesn't corner well, front HID sensor keeps sending warning after arms change, cam sensor on it's way, cam gasket needs replacement.....aaarrggghhhh  
Damn....

cam gasket and cam sensor are important and must be serviced before everything.. and keep topping up the coolant with dye additive.. then you can find easily (I hope)

I've spent so much on coolant in three years I could buy a new radiator Cem 

   ok then.. add some dye in it and check it on a lift with some black light in a dark place.. what year/model is the car ?

[danzigfan]

I've found the leak, thought I sorted it out by replacing a clip but it seems there is a crack somewhere too. Honestly, I'm loosing interest of saving her.
Becoming like I'm owning an Alfa Romeo....never works like it should. If I add up the cost of repairs for this few issues, I really don't know 

[cem_devecioglu]

I've found the leak, thought I sorted it out by replacing a clip but it seems there is a crack somewhere too. Honestly, I'm loosing interest of saving her.
Becoming like I'm owning an Alfa Romeo....never works like it should. If I add up the cost of repairs for this few issues, I really don't know 

its a decision where at one point you have to make.. but dont be too late..

[Rods2]

Sub-frame 

My fears too... I've been looking for a replacement for a while now, a V6 if possible see road tax is the same here from 1.8 to 2.5, only difference would be a bit more expensive insurance and that's it.  Anyone has an opinion about this one

http://www.avto.net/_AVTO/ad.asp?ID=7752392&show=1   
 No low mileage bargain where I live and I think there's a "repaired" rust on left rear wheelarche, as far as I can see on mobile

It looks like a dent on the rear wing, from some sort of minor accident. 

[omega3000]

I've found the leak, thought I sorted it out by replacing a clip but it seems there is a crack somewhere too. Honestly, I'm loosing interest of saving her.
Becoming like I'm owning an Alfa Romeo....never works like it should. If I add up the cost of repairs for this few issues, I really don't know 

It can't be that bad 

Have you done a pressure test on cooling system 

[danzigfan]

I've found the leak, thought I sorted it out by replacing a clip but it seems there is a crack somewhere too. Honestly, I'm loosing interest of saving her.
Becoming like I'm owning an Alfa Romeo....never works like it should. If I add up the cost of repairs for this few issues, I really don't know 

It can't be that bad 

Have you done a pressure test on cooling system 

No, but I can see where the coolant is pooring out. Clip on the top hose to radiator was so loose I could move it away by hand and replaced it with jubilee clip... still leaking