Recent content by HootingOwl

Almost. That is the 1.6 version which is the DV6. I have a DW10 2.0. Frustrating. Thanks for posting though

Hello - I need to replace the timing belt on a 2.0 Peugeot Expert 2017 coming up to 60k miles. I have done belts before but not on this series of engine - my question is regarding the timing of the crankshaft and what tools I need to buy. Crank timing seems to be set by a strategically-shaped...

It's a previous generation Ideal boiler that is reaching the end of its useful service life. How much are you willing to spend on it to get it repaired and how many more years do you want to get out of the appliance? Repaired one of these a few months back with the same symptoms - I did all...

Hello - Can someone help me sort out an issue with my Miele G1022 Dishwasher please? When a programme is started, it takes in a bit of water and then stops after about two seconds. The drain/fill light flashes and more water is then taken in. Water is entering the machine. I am suspecting a...

Why have you paid 500 quid to not have your boiler fixed? No fix, no fee is how most competent independents operate. Wild and speculative parts swapping at your expense are the hallmarks of someone who doesn't have a clue. Find a local independent engineer who has recommendations from...

Yes. Use an Insuduct Groundbreaker.

Look on fleabay for another Isar that is in working order. They do exist. Then get a 'mate down the pub' to fit it for you - because you really can't trust those tradespeople, can you? Imagine that...trying to find specific seals and gaskets in order to save a boiler, when they could have...

Avoid the internet based companies as some of their stuff, especially brassware, is truly awful. And their baths are the stuff of nightmares - warpage, poor finish etc. A decent bath is going to be 350 minimum. Carron baths are reliable and their carronite reinforced baths are good. You...

No it won't. Never replace a boiler in the belief that you are going to be saving vast amounts of money on your gas bill. It just isn't true unless the rest of your heating system has been designed to work with the lower flow and return temperatures that are required to exploit the potential...

Why are you asking us if your mate is on the tools? Don't you trust him/her? Icos isn't great but it could be worse.

Machine fills in stops and starts with the red fill/drain lamp flashing. Fills for a few seconds and stops, then restarts. I think it is trying to perform a regen on the water softener. The cabinet fills to the correct level eventually and the pump is able to empty the water quite quickly...

It's an electric shower......try the bath taps. Can you measure the temperature of the hot water on the taps? Same as shower or different?

Remember that the vaillant is really a glow worm - and is also sold as a heatline in a different guise. Vaillant aftersales is contemptuous and they don't deserve anyone's custom these days. The digital display means nothing. If you want the best aftersales, then fit a Worcester (I dislike...

What is the pressure out of the hot taps like? I would be looking at debris in the inlet filters as previously mentioned.

Ahhhh I remember fitting my first Elan2 in 1988 Your problem is likely to be in the central heating controls. Check the wiring and check that the mid position valve is free to move.