After a very sleepless nite, all on board concered, hmmmm what would Sam have done.
After much brainstorming, I rang RV World who I bought Athena off, he said there's no such thing as it can't be fixed, he seems to think its the rubber seal around the injector fuel rail, costs prob $20, he contacted a Mercedes dealership in Albany Hwy Bentleigh WA, they said it can be fixed,. I'm just waiting for RACV to OK the tow to Perth, hopefully I'll be there Monday.
Ooooh thankyou again, your all my angels i feel your presence
KFT said
11:22 AM Sep 6, 2014
That is in my mind the fantastic thing about this forum, so much support,caring and respect for every other member.
and all thanks to CINDY and her "team" who look after this place.
good to know you are reassured your beloved home on wheels can be made good again and you can continue your chosen lifestyle in peace.
keep us in the loop please we like to know you are doing ok.
frank
jules47 said
11:49 AM Sep 6, 2014
Told ya Fran - and I agree - very rarely is "can't be fixed" - that's just their speak for "dunno what's wrong, and can't be bothered looking" - you'll be right, just take it easy for the weekend.
Glenelg said
12:00 PM Sep 6, 2014
goodonya Fran. just stick in there and you'll laugh at it in couple month.
Yuglamron said
12:28 PM Sep 6, 2014
Hey for all the doom and gloom in the world, the majority are fine decent people who will help if you ask and they can. Somebodie's earlier post said this is a great forum and lots of kind helpful people on here. True so very true.
Like the rest of the Forumites I wish you well and hope you get fixed up and back in the 'Playground'
Mike C said
12:58 PM Sep 6, 2014
Good to hear.. you will be back on the road in no time and this experience will be just another story to tell around the camp fire.. we all have plenty of those
Cloak said
01:52 PM Sep 6, 2014
In a few weeks you'll be... What setback?
Drink more coffee yeah..
deverall11 said
02:01 PM Sep 6, 2014
It can't be fixed: I don't know HOW to fix it and I am too stupid to ask some who may know. No such thing as can't be fixed. The closest is where the repair costs are higher than the value of the vehicle.
Larry
oldbobsbus said
03:18 PM Sep 6, 2014
Fran, What seems like an insurmountable problem to you is a piece of cake for someone who knows what they are doing..
As someone has said as soon as you find the right mechanic with the correct scan tool he will have it going again in no time..
Hoping you get it sorted soon so you can continue your journey....
Dunmowin said
03:21 PM Sep 6, 2014
Fran, I am so happy that all has worked out for you. Keep travelling, enjoy the life.
GaryKelly said
03:33 PM Sep 6, 2014
Good on ya, Fran. Nice to know you're not alone out there. Next time there's a drama, you'll realize it's not such a biggie after all... just another hiccup.
Golddetectornomad said
03:47 PM Sep 6, 2014
I had very similar problem if not identical with my Land Rover 2 TD5..started to miss badly then wouldn't start at all....it was fixed in one day and I never had another problem before or after with that car...fairly common problem with the 2004 Series 2 I was told and should have been an official recall for the number of cars eventually affected....
Fran you should be right as rain after its fixed..particularly if a 'Dealership' that knows what the problem is, is doing the fixing....and I suggest it may be a common problem they really do know about with your vehicle...all the best....Hoo Roo
sufil said
03:55 PM Sep 6, 2014
That's great news Fran. So we will see you back in Perth next week.
Will give you a call later on.
Get together is going really well, Lots of chatting around the kettle then around the camp fire at night. You would have enjoyed it and learnt a lot.
Gerty Dancer said
03:55 PM Sep 6, 2014
Goodonya Fran, hang in there! In times to come you will look on this as a funny little incident.
I'm one who used to take mechanic's words for truth but I've learnt my lesson... lucky the problem wasn't serious, just a bit more cost than we expected.
sandsmere said
05:04 PM Sep 6, 2014
Good stuff Fran, keep that chin up.
And well done GNs in the Perth area for the help and advice you are all offering.
Nelly said
06:03 PM Sep 6, 2014
Good on you Fran - lets us know how you get on.
Dougwe said
07:27 PM Sep 6, 2014
Well done Fran, another good reason why this forum is so good, everybody helps and encourages one another.
I hope all is sorted soon and you are back on track.
Friar Park said
08:28 PM Sep 6, 2014
As is usual after the initial surprise you did not give way to panic. Sat down thought about it - found a possible solution - well done Fran. Hope everything goes well
Friar
Sheba said
10:46 PM Sep 6, 2014
So glad it's working out OK for you Fran. You'll be back on track in no time.
After a very sleepless nite, all on board concered, hmmmm what would Sam have done.
After much brainstorming, I rang RV World who I bought Athena off, he said there's no such thing as it can't be fixed, he seems to think its the rubber seal around the injector fuel rail, costs prob $20, he contacted a Mercedes dealership in Albany Hwy Bentleigh WA, they said it can be fixed,. I'm just waiting for RACV to OK the tow to Perth, hopefully I'll be there Monday.
Ooooh thankyou again, your all my angels i feel your presence
and all thanks to CINDY and her "team" who look after this place.
good to know you are reassured your beloved home on wheels can be made good again and you can continue your chosen lifestyle in peace.
keep us in the loop please we like to know you are doing ok.
frank
Hey for all the doom and gloom in the world, the majority are fine decent people who will help if you ask and they can. Somebodie's earlier post said this is a great forum and lots of kind helpful people on here. True so very true.
Like the rest of the Forumites I wish you well and hope you get fixed up and back in the 'Playground'
Drink more coffee yeah..
Larry
Fran, What seems like an insurmountable problem to you is a piece of cake for someone who knows what they are doing..
As someone has said as soon as you find the right mechanic with the correct scan tool he will have it going again in no time..
Hoping you get it sorted soon so you can continue your journey....
Fran, I am so happy that all has worked out for you. Keep travelling, enjoy the life.
Fran you should be right as rain after its fixed..particularly if a 'Dealership' that knows what the problem is, is doing the fixing....and I suggest it may be a common problem they really do know about with your vehicle...all the best....Hoo Roo
Will give you a call later on.
Get together is going really well, Lots of chatting around the kettle then around the camp fire at night. You would have enjoyed it and learnt a lot.
I'm one who used to take mechanic's words for truth but I've learnt my lesson... lucky the problem wasn't serious, just a bit more cost than we expected.
Good stuff Fran, keep that chin up.
And well done GNs in the Perth area for the help and advice you are all offering.
I hope all is sorted soon and you are back on track.
As is usual after the initial surprise you did not give way to panic. Sat down thought about it - found a possible solution - well done Fran. Hope everything goes well
Friar
So glad it's working out OK for you Fran. You'll be back on track in no time.
Cheers,
Sheba.