1) The mechanic said there was clogging in the carburetor, maybe because the previous mechanic didn't service it well.
2) He added the condenser to add more 'power' during starting.

condenser? looks more like a grounding cable for the distributor lol

btw,
anyone opened valve/rocker cover? do you need to apply additional sealant gasket in addition to the existing rubber lining/gasket?

Tks for the info, I try to digest it.

I assume the mechanic also re-service the carburettor to clear the clog.

hi guys need some advice here.I must confess I am not very good in car thingy.

My car got some oil leak that I need to change spark plugs every time I go for oil change. So one day while oil change the mechanic says my car got to do top overhaul because suspected valve seal broken and quoted me about RM2000.

Then I go ask another shop near my home in damansara PJ area but the mechanic says its advisable to do full overhaul because top overhaul is not enough and need to change the piston ring as well and need to change the timing belt, water pump and few other things which I have forgotten what is it and the most important thing is he quoted me RM5000.

As you guys know now economy is not so good so I think its best to spend my money wisely thats why I hope you guys can advise me on which package to take or any other suggestion are welcomed and fully appreciated. Thank you in advance.

full overhaul 2-3k only lol
top overhaul should be 1-2k or less

find other mechanics, honest ones.

too bad for me

got no spare car to use ...

so cant overhaul for the moment...

How long's needed to overhaul the engine ?

sifu Quazacolt thank you for your input

If I do top overhaul, are they going to change the piston rings as well, is there anything like top overhaul+change piston ring or you need to do full overhaul because top overhaul they are not going to touch the piston ? I am bit confused here.

Anyone happen to know any "honest" mechanic around PJ/Damansara/Sg Buloh area ? Seems that honest mechanics are hard to find nowadays sigh....

not sifu la, just an owner like most of the folks here

iinm you can't access the pistons directly without dismantling the engine since you need to open up all the con rods/valves etc.

you know, if it is JUST spark plug area leaking oil, you could probably just replace the valve seals (top overhaul) and be done with it.

my advice is to find 2nd/3rd/4th opinions and their charges on your problem and recommended action to take.
the previous 2 places/mechanics you mentioned are just waiting to chop you. too expensive for their top/full overhaul pricing.

don't think i know mechanics around that area though, sorry

not sifu ar no problem then how about... sensei Quazacolt ?

Actually this forum still alive thanks to people like yourself who are willing to share experiences with newbies like me and others who are struggling with problems.

I think a lot of oldtimers already moved on to better cars liao thats why can't see most of them postings here.

sifu/sensei generally same meaning lol

you flatter me, i only able to share what i know/experience
and yeah, the thread's subtitle is as what you said, many of the oldtimers/real sifu all left/inactive

btw if your engine oil leaking isn't too serious, can take the time to hunt for mechanics. can even find those "bawah pokok" places that does a LOT of old saga/iswara taxis and generally they would be a lot more honest.

i'd recommend my mechanic however labor cost over there has risen a LOT since the last time i overhauled my car so i'm not sure how much he's going to charge
it was a damn fast job for an engine rebuilt though (about 4 days only compared to others who wanted at least a week)

That engine rebuild includes rebore the cylinders & new pistons? Plus also any other parts like crankshaft/bearings...
How much did it cost?

generally just cleaning, no reboring of cylinders or new pistons needed as the condition looks good.
crankshaft also remained, only replaced bearings.

iinm it costed 2k+ for a full rebuild. didn't even need 3k

I googled and got this:
https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/1261038/all

Top overhaul for RM450 back in Mar2012.

old pricing, somemore thread no longer active, but yes, inflation and what not also won't surmount the 2k price he was quoted earlier unless every part had to be replaced - rough estimation, not that many part you can replace with just top overhaul anyways.

then again could be miscommunication between the mechanic as the mechanic could be quoting a HUGE overestimation.

Finally had some time to try to fix my Iswara speedometer. My odometer and tripmeter is stuck but the speedmeter is still working. Workshop quote me RM180 to replace it but I tried my luck in repairing it myself. Will tell what was the result but before that, this is what I did step by step:



The odometer stuck at 20k+ KM since I bought the car 2nd hand.



Took out all the 4 cables that were connected to the switch which are air cond switch, rear wiper switch, rear windscreen heat plate switch and hazard light switch. It was a bit difficult because of cramped space.



The plastic cover has been removed. Next up is the meter panel.




That's the speedometer cable. Not sure whether its in good condition. But when I drive the car, it spins.



This is what it looks like behind the speedometer.



I took out the odometer and trip meter separately. It looks very complicated and fragile so be careful and think twice before you decide to dismantle it. I made the decision to repair myself because I was planning to change the speedometer but decided to try my luck. When you take out the speedmeter needle, please be very careful, the coil that is connected to it looks very fragile.



I examined the gears, noting was broken and there wasn't any wear and tear.



Then I found out that a gear that is connected to the speedometer cable was stuck with some dirt. So I cleaned it and applied some WD 40.



The green gear will move the odometer and also the trip meter. Until now I can't find the problem because all the gears move smoothly when I turn it. I applied some WD 40 to all the gears throughout the process.



Then I found the culprit! It's the white gear which is connected in between the odometer and the trip meter. It seems that for some reason, the white gear could not move the trip meter gear thus it gets stuck and makes the whole thing stuck. So I decide to take out the white gear. It will make the trip meter useless but odometer is more important than trip meter. Better to have 1 working rather than nothing. But the problem is the white gear is difficult to be removed. So I decided to take out the main gear for the trip meter.



There will be a black gear in the place where I have marked a blue circle. I unscrewed the pin and took it out. So now the trip meter won't be moving. The white gear can now move the odometer.

And the result, the odometer works!!

But... the trip meter is not functioning (who needs it when the odometer is working) and I realised that the speedmeter needle is not as steady as before. Its shaking when the speed is below 40 KM/H. I did found out the the reading is slightly lower than before. I did took the meter out and reassemble the needle. Its still shaking but I guess the reading is ok now.

So what's your comment guys? Wana try it out? Or just change a new one? I spend almost 4 hours and it didn't cost me anything

Respect!!! Really diy level 9

A new original proton speedometer odometer costs rm150. For me, i decided to change it instead of attempting repair

Thanks
I hope you can view the photos. I'm interested in DIY since I was young. Sometimes the things that I repair will work and sometimes it will get spoiled But it's an experience and the satisfaction is priceless when the stuff that you repair works again.

As for the speedometer, it's not working 100% but still there is a chance to make the odometer work. Plus we can see how it's built and how it works. So there's hope and owners can save RM150 if the wan to DIY it

oh yeah...totally agree with u

My car has already turned 6 years old & reached 100,000km...
A lot of things needs replacement. Wondering what aftermarket parts are available that have better performance and reliability compared to stock?

1) Cracked Front Windshield
2) Faded Window Tints
3) Central Locking / Door Locks (Not Working)
4) All 4 Shock Absorbers & Springs
5) Exhaust System
6) Intake System

Any recommendations?