Robs7 Posted May 16, 2014 Share Posted May 16, 2014 Ok I've read all the previous blogs on this subject but has anybody out there actually acquired a new matrix this year. This is my 2nd matrix to go of which the last one came from Claytons in 2006 and they no longer sell them. I've replaced O rings which were knackered but is definitely the matrix at fault. I have seen the matrix available for classic mini but has anybody fitted this without problems. Any advice would be appreciated. K series Roadsport 1999. Many Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frying Pan Posted May 16, 2014 Share Posted May 16, 2014 I started this thread recently, and new O-rings solved my issue, so I never had to pursue the Mini matrix. I did find a thread that suggested they fit without an issue. There is a sell on eBay that sell a high quality matrix for about £45 - Ian B posted links in the thread Good luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian B Posted May 16, 2014 Share Posted May 16, 2014 I have seen the matrix available for classic mini but has anybody fitted this without problems. I have one, but have yet to fit it - however it looks identical and is all-metal, which I gather some of them aren't. Reason I haven't fitted it yet is I have bypassed the old one to check for leaks elsewhere. Once I'm happy with that I'll fit it back in the loop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robs7 Posted May 16, 2014 Author Share Posted May 16, 2014 Thanks for that. I did read your post but I was waiting for a follow on but obviously you solved the problem. I will now try eBay Many Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian B Posted May 16, 2014 Share Posted May 16, 2014 This is the one I went for Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robs7 Posted May 16, 2014 Author Share Posted May 16, 2014 Ian I see the Rover MG one is 192mm which would just about fit in the 7 Box but would not fit the recess in the back of the bulkhead. Did you have to do any cutting? Meanwhile I have requested sizes of the mini one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stoff Posted May 16, 2014 Share Posted May 16, 2014 Rob, I have just bought a heater matrix from Claytons for my 2003 Roadsport SV. Apparently it is an EP5129 unit. I should receive it on Monday and hope to fit next week. Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robs7 Posted May 16, 2014 Author Share Posted May 16, 2014 Can you tell me if the dimensions are the same as mine. 180mm x 150mm x 45mm ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stoff Posted May 16, 2014 Share Posted May 16, 2014 My old unit appears to match 150mm width x 45mm thk x 180mm from head-plate to end of u-tubes i.e. excluding the 2 off (in/out) connections. I will let you know about the new unit when I get it through. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stoff Posted May 19, 2014 Share Posted May 19, 2014 Rob, Just to ley you know it arrived today and very shiny it is too ! It looks identical to the one I took out with two exceptions: 1) Where the inlet & outlet connections are there is now a steel reinforcing plate. 2) the old unit has foam around the edges the new one does not. I already knew this and intend to bode something using adhesive foam from CBS. If you let me have your e-mail address I can e-mail you some photos. Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robs7 Posted May 20, 2014 Author Share Posted May 20, 2014 Thanks Chris I've mailed you Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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