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talbot express motorhome
20 May 2005, 3:59 PM
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hawkins
Joined 20 May 2005
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I have just bought the van and am having trouble locating the switch to chill the fridge from 12 volt. There is a recessed switch in the front of the cab and was wondering if that is used to switch to 12 volt? Or am i missing something simple here.
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talbot express motorhome
28 May 2005, 12:22 PM
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milesyf14
Joined 28 May 2005
8 posts
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Hi
What year do you have? My G reg has all fridge controls on actual fridge panel above door. Is it Electrolux 3 way?
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talbot express motorhome
29 June 2005, 11:32 PM
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snooks
Joined 29 Jun 2005
3 posts
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I have just returned from a 1800 mile trip to France in my Talbot Express (Autotrail Mohawk) and the engine seems to be terminal. No obvious problem with the bottom end and the tappits and pushrods seem ok as do the injectors (it's turbo diesel). Does anyone have a clue? Also the clutch now appears to have disintegrated and all moving parts have jammed! I may well need a replacement power unit and gear box so if anyone out there has one just lying around doing nothing I'm your man! Cheers!
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talbot express motorhome
3 July 2005, 8:58 AM
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Big John
Joined 3 Jul 2005
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Well how about relays.
My Van which is 1988 Talbot Express 2.5TD has the following relays under the dashboard.
MP Italy Type: 231002 12v 7E 4off
MP Italy Type: 236001 7D 1off
Mafer Torino 7F MF760 1off
Any help in finding equifs would be very thankfull.
I want to replace them before it's to late and I'll be stuck somewhere in the wilds.
Let's hear from all you brain'ies out there, I hav'nt one, carry it under my arms.
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talbot express motorhome
4 July 2005, 5:12 PM
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mo
Joined 4 Jul 2005
1 posts
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Can anyone give me some advise on the waterheater for the Talbot Express G Reg. Do you know where it is situated and any tips on getting it working.
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talbot express motorhome
9 July 2005, 8:46 PM
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Bob H
Joined 9 Jul 2005
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I HAVE TWO SMALL PROBLEMS :
1. MY ELECTROLUX FRIDGE IS SHOWING A 2 VOLT DROP BEFORE GOING THROUGH THE SWITCH AND PROBE, MAYBE A BAD CONNECTION BUT WHERE? SUGGESTIONS REQUIRED
2. THE ENGINE IS MISSING WHEN ACCELERATING FROM IDLE AND OCCASIONALLY BACKFIRES AND PRODUCES A SMALL AMOUNT OF BLACK SMOKE. PLUGS, POINTS OR LEADS? ANY SUGGESTIONS? THE PETROL FILTER HAS BEEN CHANGED. BEEN THERE BEFORE!!
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talbot express motorhome
20 July 2005, 12:11 PM
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Steptoe
Joined 20 Jul 2005
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My Talbot has a nearside skirt locker just behind the cab, don't know if this is a standard fitting.
Inside this, fixed to the underside of the floor, is a screw type block terminal in the wiring loom from the engine compartment to the Zig unit, again I don't know if this is unique to mine.
There appears to be no reason for this connector apart from creating a fault liability where wires can corrode & drop off. The 12v supply to the fridge almost certainly runs through this.
Can't really help with engine prob, except that as ignition is electronic, it is unlikely to be points! I would change plugs. ( I cured a persistent flat spot by changing carburettor for another S/H unit )
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talbot express motorhome
31 July 2005, 10:06 PM
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Colin
Joined 31 Jul 2005
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I've just bought a 1984 petrol 2 litre Autohomes "Excalibur", 51k miles, which wont go over 55 on the motorway without running hot. Stick to less than 55 and it seems happy. Is this normal? How do they get up long drags???
Regards
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talbot express motorhome
8 August 2005, 6:53 PM
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lizsings
Joined 18 Jul 2005
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We have just bought a Citroen Talbot Express High-Top, 2500cc Diesel, 1992 K reg. Long wheelbase model of Motorhome but need to re sell as it is Manual and I want to share the driving, and can only drive an Automatic. We will take £3990 for a quick sale. The van is white with a Dolphin on the front, and as the former owner was a Master Carpenter is fitted to a very high standard. It is a two-berth with a shower, fridge, cooker, sink, water heater and toilet compartment! Taxed, and MOT' d till June 2006...this is a GREAT BUY!!!!.e mail [Log in to view email] if interested.
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talbot express motorhome
20 August 2005, 10:04 PM
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Colin
Joined 31 Jul 2005
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More!! - It is running without a thermostat!! I have replaced the water pump to no avail. I have bodge fitted a washing mahine pump and with that the water circulates and it runs cool. So - why doesn't the water pump round the engine?
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talbot express motorhome
21 August 2005, 11:36 AM
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milesyf14
Joined 28 May 2005
8 posts
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Hi
Anyone know where I can get:
1. 14" Wheel trims for my 1990 Talbot Express camper.
2. Suitable paint to repaint my plastic skirt on this Autohomes Bedouin. Car sprays would cost a fortune.
Thanx
Chris
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talbot express motorhome
22 August 2005, 7:14 AM
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Steptoe
Joined 20 Jul 2005
5 posts
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Colin,
If you tried a washing mashine pump I guess the van was stationary at the time! So no airflow through the radiator until the fan cuts in.... I have never had an overheating problem with my Talbot but years ago a MKI escort I inherited, suffered chronic overheating on motorways, I changed everything + backflushed radiator (very good flow ), nothing helped till in desperation I fitted new radiator, problem cured instantly. I assume some of the cores were scaled up as car had stood for a couple of years.
Hope this helps
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talbot express motorhome
22 August 2005, 7:16 AM
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Steptoe
Joined 20 Jul 2005
5 posts
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Chris,
I bought nice looking 14" trims from local market stall for princely sum of £9.95!!!
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talbot express motorhome
22 August 2005, 2:25 PM
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milesyf14
Joined 28 May 2005
8 posts
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Hi Steptoe
And they fitted OK?
They need to be a good deep fitting or the foul the wheel.
Even my auto factors say they will be difficult to get.
Thanx
Chris
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talbot express motorhome
25 August 2005, 7:10 AM
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Steptoe
Joined 20 Jul 2005
5 posts
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Hi Chris,
sorry for delayed reply, been away for a few days, ( must save up for laptop! ) returned with all wheeltrims!
I do see what you mean regarding the deeply dished fitting, I guess I was just lucky with my choice, the design was criss-crossed radial spokes, something like wire wheels, the fixing lugs were 1" long, and they were supplied with a circular springy ring to secure them.
The only time one fell off was when I kerbed the van; if you ever come to Norfolk on holiday the Friday market stall in Dereham Cowper Road car park stocks them.
Best regards, Steptoe
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talbot express motorhome
3 September 2005, 9:28 PM
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Ken
Joined 3 Sep 2005
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I have a friend who is thinking of buying a motorhome but is not very mechanically minded. Please therefore give me some more technical information on your Talbot and some idea of its mechanical condition. Also would you have a photograph and would you let me know where it could be viewed if he is interested?
Ken Allen
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talbot express motorhome
3 September 2005, 9:37 PM
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Ken
Joined 3 Sep 2005
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I have a friend who is thinking of buying a motorhome but is not very mechanically minded. Please therefore give me some more information on your Talbot such as miles on the clock, typical mpg, cruising speed, max load and some idea of its mechanical and bodywork's condition. Also would you have a photograph and would you let me know where it could be viewed if he is interested?
Ken Allen
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talbot express motorhome
4 September 2005, 8:11 AM
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milesyf14
Joined 28 May 2005
8 posts
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Hi, Not sure i fthe sale message was aimed at me but I have a good condition G reg 1990 coachbuilt Auto homes Bedouin based on a Talbot Express 2.0L manual. 11 months MOT, some tax. 53kmileage. Based in Exmouth, Devon. Looking for £7500. Will give my e-mail address for more info & pictures, [Log in to view email]
Thanx, Chris
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talbot express motorhome
17 September 2005, 9:00 PM
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mikey
Joined 17 Sep 2005
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I have a 1985 Talbot Express motorhome and I'm having trouble finding an exhaust manifold Gasket set (four seperate units)
My parts supplier has offered me a Head gasket set But is not sure that it is the correct one.Any comments or help greatfully recieved .
mikey
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talbot express motorhome
20 September 2005, 7:45 AM
 Edited by Steptoe 20 September 2005, 7:47 AM
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Steptoe
Joined 20 Jul 2005
5 posts
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sorry, wrong reply
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