Recent content by nickjw2000

Hi guys I just bought a used set of 2006 SLK alloys from my W638 Vito. I check the PCD, offset etc. and all seems good, but the wheel bolts from the alloys are a smaller diameter than the ones off the existing steel wheels. It seems the steel wheels have a 14mm bolt, but the alloys have 12mm...

Hi folks My 2001 Vito's been suffering from a loss of power in 5th gear. After 5 mins on the motorway, it seemed like it was going into limp mode. I got a new MAP sensor, but no joy. Anyway, I took it Merc Commercial last week and they did a few checks and decided it was the Turbo Boost...

Cool, I'll have another look and see if can get to the hoses tomorrow. It's seems quite a tight squeeze under the bonnet. Thanks for the photo.

Hi guys I recently bought a 2001 Vito 110 cdi and it's suffering from the dreaded 'limited to 3000rpm' problem. Totally fine around town all day, but on the motorway for 5 mins and it's limited. I got a new MAP sensor, but still got the problem. So, I want to check the hoses to the turbo, but...

Hi Just noticed your reply, thanks. I bought a 2001 Vito 110 CDI. Full history, solid underneath...but got the '3000rpm' problem. Got a new MAF sensor and it's fine around town all day, but it only lasts 5 mins on the motorway before going into limp mode. Bugger.

Hi all I'm new to the forum as I'm looking for a bit of advice on buying a 2000-ish vclass. I'm looking at a V230 or V220 campervan and wondered if anyone can give me pros and cons of each engine. MPG aside, which would you buy?? If anyone has one for sale, please let me know. Thanks...