Coolant leak caused by PD160 air intake

GPW · 03-05-2007, 20:08

As the title

Driving home things got a little hot under the bonnet.

On inspection I found a coolant leak coming from a small hose which is part of the coolant return. I have had a PD 160 air intake fitted to my VRS for around 25K miles and due to engine movement and vibration the larger air intake pipe has been rubbing against this hose and eventually worn through.

See pic for hose and postion.

Please everyone who has the PD 160 intake fitted check your cars to see that yours is not doing the same.

I have fitted a new hose and there has been no harm done. This can easily be avoided by 2 possible methods.

1: simply wrap the hose in insulating tape to act as a buffer.
2: loosen the 2 retaining spring clips and twist the hose round to give sutable clearance.

I have done both to mine now.

Happy driving

ChrisRs · 03-05-2007, 20:30

Good advice there. Cheers

Joff · 03-05-2007, 20:37

Just updated the guide with a pic... bit too late for you tho

http://www.briskoda.net/forums/fabia...-thread/57557/

oliverreed · 03-05-2007, 21:08

Life under my bonnet never seems to chuffing end.....

Thanks for the nod GPW

Joff · 03-05-2007, 21:15

I would have told you on Sunday anyway

Mouse · 03-05-2007, 21:20

Yep. Mine started chaffing 50 miles later. Thankfully i spotted it it and did the above. Good advice. Nice to see the DIY guide updated.

Chris GB · 03-05-2007, 23:08

Thought that was a known issue with this mod? Surely at install it would be obvious?

Chris

Joff · 03-05-2007, 23:33

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chris GB

Thought that was a known issue with this mod? Surely at install it would be obvious?

Chris

People might not realise that the engine moving when under load would cause the pipe to rub against the intake pipe.

Decron · 03-05-2007, 23:40

Common sense should prevail.

I fitted a piece of garden hose with cable ties over the pipe to prevent damage straight after the upgrade. There are threads on here somewhere detailing it, some people just manipulate the pipe with cable ties to prevent chaffing.

Joff · 03-05-2007, 23:41

They sure do

GPW · 04-05-2007, 05:58

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chris GB

Thought that was a known issue with this mod? Surely at install it would be obvious?

Chris

I just made a easy mistake. I posted the thread to alert others people to remember and check. Just tring to help other to avoid a bit of hassel.

perhaps after helpful responces like

"common sence should prevail" and as above "surely at install it would be obvious" I wont bother again

Basil · 04-05-2007, 07:24

yep - really good thing you've pointed it out to emphasize this to everyone

- the chafing problem was only mentioned "in the small print" on a Brisk search- nice wide tie-wrap as above on mine since the install - essential part of the mod IMHO.
Tie-wrap locking ties are the quickest, easiest and most secure - takes all of 2 minutes to prevent a potentially costly problem...

Thanks again for reporting this m8

Decron · 04-05-2007, 07:32

Quote:

Originally Posted by GPW

I just made a easy mistake. I posted the thread to alert others people to remember and check. Just tring to help other to avoid a bit of hassel.

perhaps after helpful responces like

"common sence should prevail" and as above "surely at install it would be obvious" I wont bother again

You really shouldn't take it like that, your post was informative, concise and it has good value to forum.

I don't think either response was meant kick you in the sack!

devonutopia · 04-05-2007, 07:39

Well, this is a new bit of information to me, so I applaud the thread starter!

Although as mine is not attached to the slam panel, it's moves about a bit more and I've never had the chafing issue.

sharkrider · 04-05-2007, 09:19

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joff

They sure do

it is known... I posted up on it about a year ago... I reccomend the plastic tie, as done above

spyke85 · 04-05-2007, 11:27

Where is the plastic tie fastened around? Will have a look on my Ibiza later

Joff · 04-05-2007, 14:03

Quote:

Originally Posted by spyke85

Where is the plastic tie fastened around? Will have a look on my Ibiza later

Just part of the engine casting, should see where with the engine cover off.

Chris GB · 04-05-2007, 17:27

Quote:

Originally Posted by GPW

I just made a easy mistake. I posted the thread to alert others people to remember and check. Just tring to help other to avoid a bit of hassel.

perhaps after helpful responces like

"common sence should prevail" and as above "surely at install it would be obvious" I wont bother again

No offence meant sir, just thought it was covered as part of the how to guide. Casting ones mind back, I don't remember reference to it, however, when moving stuff about under the bonnet, one should always be aware of potential clearance problems, not only when modding either.

Chris

PS Still a worthwhile thread as it will cover the subject for future searches.

ChrisRs · 04-05-2007, 17:51

I have posted here to applaud the thread also.
TBH there are so many threads that missing one is very easy.
To write, "....do a search" or " ..its obvious" does not help and is downright rude.
However, I applaud your apology ChrisGB

GPW · 05-05-2007, 05:58

Just to let everyone know and how easy it it for people to be confused by doing a search on here due to so many postings.

this is the information i followed , and on offence ment to the help that VRStu gives people and I read and was aware of his disclamers.

Fabia-vrs.com - PD160 Intake Guide

happy driving

03-05-2007, 20:30	#2
ChrisRs Skonda Fabic Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 4,979 Thanks: 17 Thanked 20 Times in 19 Posts	Re: Coolant leak caused by PD160 air intake Good advice there. Cheers

03-05-2007, 20:37	#3
Joff Dervlova Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Cloud cuckoo land Posts: 1,163 Thanks: 57 Thanked 22 Times in 16 Posts	Re: Coolant leak caused by PD160 air intake Just updated the guide with a pic... bit too late for you tho http://www.briskoda.net/forums/fabia...-thread/57557/ __________________ A kitten is killed every time you don't use the search

03-05-2007, 21:08	#4
oliverreed Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 383 Thanks: 11 Thanked 12 Times in 8 Posts	Re: Coolant leak caused by PD160 air intake Life under my bonnet never seems to chuffing end..... Thanks for the nod GPW

03-05-2007, 21:15	#5
Joff Dervlova Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Cloud cuckoo land Posts: 1,163 Thanks: 57 Thanked 22 Times in 16 Posts	Re: Coolant leak caused by PD160 air intake I would have told you on Sunday anyway __________________ A kitten is killed every time you don't use the search

03-05-2007, 21:20	#6
Mouse Briskodian Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 425 Thanks: 39 Thanked 30 Times in 29 Posts	Re: Coolant leak caused by PD160 air intake Yep. Mine started chaffing 50 miles later. Thankfully i spotted it it and did the above. Good advice. Nice to see the DIY guide updated. __________________ Black Magic Fabia v/RS *Skoda Fabia VRS ! Practical & Exciting !*

03-05-2007, 23:08	#7
Chris GB Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: East UK Posts: 2,557 Thanks: 17 Thanked 43 Times in 26 Posts	Re: Coolant leak caused by PD160 air intake Thought that was a known issue with this mod? Surely at install it would be obvious? Chris __________________ Red Fabia vRS. Gone but not forgotten. Chilli Red / white Mini Cooper Diesel with dual controls. Silver 53 MR2. Mods: PPE 4>1 manifold \| PPE Mangnaflow high flow cat \| Blueflame catback exhaust \| Pikey inlet mod \| 3.0 Racing Chassis stiffening brace kit \| BC Racing fully adjustable coilovers \| TF loud. Details here My MR2 Page

03-05-2007, 23:40	#9
Decron It's all good Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Cwmbran - South Wales Posts: 3,378 Thanks: 58 Thanked 223 Times in 172 Posts	Re: Coolant leak caused by PD160 air intake Common sense should prevail. I fitted a piece of garden hose with cable ties over the pipe to prevent damage straight after the upgrade. There are threads on here somewhere detailing it, some people just manipulate the pipe with cable ties to prevent chaffing.

03-05-2007, 23:41	#10
Joff Dervlova Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Cloud cuckoo land Posts: 1,163 Thanks: 57 Thanked 22 Times in 16 Posts	Re: Coolant leak caused by PD160 air intake They sure do __________________ A kitten is killed every time you don't use the search

04-05-2007, 07:24	#12
Basil Hardcore Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Bahrain Posts: 3,173 Thanks: 186 Thanked 184 Times in 144 Posts	Re: Coolant leak caused by PD160 air intake yep - really good thing you've pointed it out to emphasize this to everyone - the chafing problem was only mentioned "in the small print" on a Brisk search- nice wide tie-wrap as above on mine since the install - essential part of the mod IMHO. Tie-wrap locking ties are the quickest, easiest and most secure - takes all of 2 minutes to prevent a potentially costly problem... Thanks again for reporting this m8 __________________ Fab vRS - Black Magic - PD160 intake - Forge FMIC - colour coded front grille -SLC Splitter - K&N Airfilter -SEAT Strutbrace - Jabba ARB - IC Waterspray (need to wire it in!) - 312mm TT brakes - Eibach Springs - Skoda Reversing sensors - Devonutopia Tuning (tm) Custom Exhaust (2 1/4" straight pipe) - Short shifter mod- 5 brake light mod - Helix Steel SMF + Organic Clutch + pressure plate - Peloquin LSD - TD stage 2 Hybrid - Washbrook remapped ECU - Uprated injectors - Cupra bushes -Poly-filled dogbone - Allard racepipe - Pirelli Dragons - Forge Rear Strutbrace - DIY SS upper boostpipe delete -Koni FSD's - elephant pipe CCV mod

04-05-2007, 07:39	#14
devonutopia Mongreller Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Ooo-ar, Oi be from Devonshire Posts: 29,506 Thanks: 60 Thanked 308 Times in 253 Posts	Re: Coolant leak caused by PD160 air intake Well, this is a new bit of information to me, so I applaud the thread starter! Although as mine is not attached to the slam panel, it's moves about a bit more and I've never had the chafing issue. __________________ Jason - Mongrel owner! WOOOOF! Grrrrr Custom Fabia Bonnet Lifter Kits - £45! Click Me. See the mongrel's 260bhp Dyno Video!

04-05-2007, 11:27	#16
spyke85 Briskodian Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Manchester Posts: 158 Thanks: 2 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Coolant leak caused by PD160 air intake Where is the plastic tie fastened around? Will have a look on my Ibiza later __________________ 05 Seat Ibiza FR TDi - PD160 intake & Green Panel filter 142bhp / 250lbs/ft - Awesome GTi 9/9/06

04-05-2007, 17:51	#19
ChrisRs Skonda Fabic Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 4,979 Thanks: 17 Thanked 20 Times in 19 Posts	Re: Coolant leak caused by PD160 air intake I have posted here to applaud the thread also. TBH there are so many threads that missing one is very easy. To write, "....do a search" or " ..its obvious" does not help and is downright rude. However, I applaud your apology ChrisGB

05-05-2007, 05:58	#20
GPW Dieselslave Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Aberdeenshire Posts: 153 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Coolant leak caused by PD160 air intake Just to let everyone know and how easy it it for people to be confused by doing a search on here due to so many postings. this is the information i followed , and on offence ment to the help that VRStu gives people and I read and was aware of his disclamers. Fabia-vrs.com - PD160 Intake Guide happy driving

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