borntobemild
New Member
- Joined
- Feb 9, 2025
- Messages
- 6
- Location
- Near Sheffield
- Car
- 2008 Sprinter 4x4 ex-minibus now a campervan, 2010 E350 CDI Blueefficiency Sport Estate
Had my 2010 E350 CDI estate now for a couple of months and its the best car I've ever had. Took it to a dealer to have the thermostat changed as it was running cold. The mechanic noted that the turbo inlet seal was dripping oil and needed changing so I got to work and look what I found.
Am I a lucky boy or what? How bits if this didn't find their way into the turbo and engine I don't know. Running absolutely perfectly but with a ticking timebomb in its midst. Anyhow £25 later and a bit more knowledgeable I'm as happy as Larry. Mechanic also said that the vacuum pipes were beginning to crack. Is it OK to replace with silicone and where are they?
Am I a lucky boy or what? How bits if this didn't find their way into the turbo and engine I don't know. Running absolutely perfectly but with a ticking timebomb in its midst. Anyhow £25 later and a bit more knowledgeable I'm as happy as Larry. Mechanic also said that the vacuum pipes were beginning to crack. Is it OK to replace with silicone and where are they?
