4wd to 2wd - people's experiences?

[brorabongo]

So how do I know if the VC is gelling - can I not replace the fluid in it? Do you think that if I put some new tyres on the front to match the new rear tread it might put less strain on the VC and prolong its life? I run 215 65 15 and 195 70 15 as per the book.

VC checking here
http://www.igmaynard.co.uk/bongo/forum/ ... 888#155888

Well done Dandy. I could not find that post, Mind you, I was searching for "Viscous" and not "VC"

I will be testing as soon as possible, as I having all the same symptons.

Cheers.

[brorabongo]

Silly question time.

Can I double check with you all, that I have read it right.

To test VC.....

Raise one front wheel off ground, With a torque bar thingy apply said pressure, and if the wheel takes more than 30 seconds to turn round 90degs, then the VC is OK?

Guessing if wheel turns quicker, then the VC is $%&*+!

Cheers.

[dandywarhol]

Thats the way I read it Brora. I know of a 4WD which is definitely ok - only got 18,000 miles on it - I'll try and get hold of it and try the test sometime.

[brorabongo]

Thank Dandy, I apriate...apprishiate....appri....sod it, I'm greatfull.

I spoke to the mechanic that does the work on the bongo, that I won't attempt, or have the tools for, and he wanted me to double check. He says it sounds about right, but has never come across it before. Flats spots on tyres, yes, but not possibly due to VC's.

Cheers.