Bongo Fury

Hello again,

So after a week away in the bongo (which now has a fully working automatic transmission) I am pretty convinced that the viscous coupling on the 4WD transfer box is seized. So far all I have done to test this is the "turning in a tight circle in a car park" test, when I get a chance later today or tomorrow I'll do some more thorough investigation.

Can anyone recommend the best place to get a new viscous coupling might be? I'm sure I can order one from the Mazda main dealer but any suggestions on where I might be able to get one cheaper would be appreciated.

Many thanks, as usual,
Dickie

Not sure you will get just the viscous coupling itself, maybe the whole transfer box, but Bongo Spares would be a good starting point.

Thanks for your reply - It'd be a shame if the coupling wan't available as the rest of the box appears to be in good order, and a new coupling would be a known quantity. I don't fancy shelling out for a complete new transfer box, so that would have to be second-hand, and I'd be taking a chance on the condition of the coupling in that unit. I guess it'd be warrantied though if I bought it from a reputable place like Bongo Spares. If I do find just the coupling then I'll post the info on here, along with photos of the replacement process, if successful!

Well give them a ring, not sure they list everything on the web site.

I read some time ago that the fluid in a viscous coupling breaks down over time. The VC on my van was seized but I later needed to replace the gearbox so the situation was resolved then. You may find it difficult to source a used transfer box on its own, I imagine most dealers will only sell the whole gearbox as a complete unit for fear of then having to find a buyer for a gearbox with the tail end missing . Also there's no truly reliable way of telling that it's any good until you fit it so it's a painfull lottery. I think Ava leisure had one on a blown box a while back it may be worth giving them a call.
As an individual replacement part the item you want is R50127580 but I imagine if it's available it'll be equivalent to the Greek national debt from Mazda

http://lushprojects.com/bongoparts/page ... D).html#18

Ahh...

The Greeks owe money to Mazda as well.

OK, I'll get me coat.