Bean Posted June 29, 2010 Posted June 29, 2010 Had a rather interesting drive into work, the car was sliding all over the place, traction control kicking in. Golf TDI Stopped to find the fuel filter had become loose (I replaced it during a service at the weekend), the inlet securing clip had popped out. I'm guessing I didn't refit correctly Anyway, diesel all over the engine bay drivers side and most likely covered the tyres. What's the best way to clean up! Lost nearly half a tank of fuel, could have been a lot worse I guess Quote
lippydave Posted June 29, 2010 Posted June 29, 2010 Had a rather interesting drive into work, the car was sliding all over the place, traction control kicking in. Golf TDI Stopped to find the fuel filter had become loose (I replaced it during a service at the weekend), the inlet securing clip had popped out. I'm guessing I didn't refit correctly Anyway, diesel all over the engine bay drivers side and most likely covered the tyres. What's the best way to clean up! Lost nearly half a tank of fuel, could have been a lot worse I guess Use something like "Muc-off" and then hose away... Quote
Bean Posted June 29, 2010 Author Posted June 29, 2010 Had a rather interesting drive into work, the car was sliding all over the place, traction control kicking in. Golf TDI Stopped to find the fuel filter had become loose (I replaced it during a service at the weekend), the inlet securing clip had popped out. I'm guessing I didn't refit correctly Anyway, diesel all over the engine bay drivers side and most likely covered the tyres. What's the best way to clean up! Lost nearly half a tank of fuel, could have been a lot worse I guess Use something like "Muc-off" and then hose away... Of course, I have some of that at home for cleaning the bike. Thanks! Quote
Liam Posted June 29, 2010 Posted June 29, 2010 Of course, I have some of that at home for cleaning the bike. Is that diesel powered too then Quote
Bean Posted June 29, 2010 Author Posted June 29, 2010 Of course, I have some of that at home for cleaning the bike. Is that diesel powered too then Nope, that's Bean powered! Quote
cast iron Posted June 29, 2010 Posted June 29, 2010 Dont want to be a killjoy but if the tyres have been soaked in diesel for a prolonged period, wont the diesel have affected the rubbber, it might be worth thinking of a new pair of fronts? Quote
Bean Posted June 30, 2010 Author Posted June 30, 2010 Dont want to be a killjoy but if the tyres have been soaked in diesel for a prolonged period, wont the diesel have affected the rubbber, it might be worth thinking of a new pair of fronts? The drivers side front was covered in Diesel for around 30 minutes, whilst driving in the rain. I have since cleaned off, will keep an eye but it seems ok. Quote
Lurksalot Posted June 30, 2010 Posted June 30, 2010 Dont want to be a killjoy but if the tyres have been soaked in diesel for a prolonged period, wont the diesel have affected the rubbber, it might be worth thinking of a new pair of fronts? Never mind being a killjoy with your tyre wear .... what about the amount of fuel you may have deposited on the road It doesnt exactly help motor bikes stay upright I am not one to preach but this is life changing stuff Quote
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