[mikew7790]

I remember replacing those resistors years ago! Split the heater box itself to replace it!


Not sure about any workarounds though, John.

Cool thread Major! :bgrin2:

Everytime I see one of the resistor packs I think they look really primitive, with just the bendy metal on there to increase resistance. Now as you've probably gathered I know very little about electrics etc but surely something a bit more hi-tech can be thought up, maybe using proper resistors or something? Maybe a good mod?? Do the new rovers like the 45/75 use this style resistor pack?

Also, would resoldering the 'springs' fix a blown one?

 

[mikew7790]

Thats brilliant, Paul - any plans on selling them ?

Mine is stuffed on setting number one at the moment, once number 2 goes i'll use your mod!!

Thanks..

 

[mikew7790]

I had to sort this problem on a mates 200 today, rather than buying a new resistor pack I decided to replace the resistors. I had already done this on my own car a while ago.....
It can be downloaded here.

Hi Paul

My heater pack has failed and i'm going to follow your tutorial but i'm stuck already LOL.

 

[mikew7790]

Sorry....might not be too clear...

you will need a total of 3 resistors.....I gave four alternative part numbers..

so 3 of the first....Maplin H1R....OR 3 of Farnell 3270555 OR etc...etc.

you dont need one of each!

I have sent you a PM which might help.....

Ahhh - thats me being thick more than you not being clear.. I didn't even notice that there were only 3 resistors in the pic! doh..

 

[mikew7790]

Yay!!!!! All my heater settings work now!!

Thanks Paul!! :rocker: A well worthwhile 'mod'!

My handiwork ain't too pretty, but it works!!!

cheers
Mike