What should I look for when buying a bongo?
Bongos need a rear fog light to pass the UK MOT. Check that one has been fitted – it’s surprises me to still see Bongos with an MOT but no rear fog light. Check that the AFT roof rises smoothly and fully; there should be no creaking noise from roof struts or bagginess in the sides of the roof tent canvas.
Are Mazda Bongos good?
Excellent versatile vehicle but obviously getting on so a few issues with upkeep as it does need tlc regularly. But it has mod cons, is very comfortable to drive, the most versatile car on the road. We can carry 8 people, sleep 4 adults and 2 children or 4 adults, 2 children and 2 childrens bikes.
Is the Mazda Bongo a 2WD or 4WD?
The Mazda Bongos have been imported from Japan and are no longer made, so they’re becoming quite a classic. You certainly won’t find a 2020 Mazda Bongo as they stopped making them in 2005. It’s the 2.5 diesel Bongos that are 4WD (the petrol ones are all 2WD).
What kind of engine does a 1995 Mazda Bongo have?
1995 Mazda Bongo 2.5L Diesel 4WD Full side conversion with sink and gas cooker and fridge,plenty storage, 4 berth with pop up roof and rock and roll bed, full solar panel on roof. Electric hook up, newly installed on 17th may is Xtrons Head unit w
What are the tyre sizes for a Mazda Bongo?
Mazda Bongo Tyres. Tyre size: 2 & 4 wheel drive (2.5L turbo diesel & 2wd 2.0L petrol) Front: 195/70 R15 92S (inflation pressure 30 PSi) Rear: 215/65 R15 96S (inflation pressure 34 PSi) NOTE: 4WD vehicles can sustain serious drive train damage if the wrong tyre sizes are fitted!
Can you change the hose on a Mazda Bongo?
If you change a hose it is worth using a Jubilee clip rather than the original Mazda clip. The original clips will be old and were perfect when all the parts were new, but perhaps not so good now. Unfortunately, some Mazda Bongos were not under-sealed when they were imported into the UK.
The Mazda Bongos have been imported from Japan and are no longer made, so they’re becoming quite a classic. You certainly won’t find a 2020 Mazda Bongo as they stopped making them in 2005. It’s the 2.5 diesel Bongos that are 4WD (the petrol ones are all 2WD).
Mazda Bongo Tyres. Tyre size: 2 & 4 wheel drive (2.5L turbo diesel & 2wd 2.0L petrol) Front: 195/70 R15 92S (inflation pressure 30 PSi) Rear: 215/65 R15 96S (inflation pressure 34 PSi) NOTE: 4WD vehicles can sustain serious drive train damage if the wrong tyre sizes are fitted!
Where is the engine located in a Mazda Bongo?
Lower the spare wheel to check it. You probably know that a Bongo engine is under the driver and passenger seats. There are more components under the bonnet. While the engine is cold, lift the bonnet to inspect the header (overflow, expansion) tank. It’s usually discoloured so you won’t see much from outside.
If you change a hose it is worth using a Jubilee clip rather than the original Mazda clip. The original clips will be old and were perfect when all the parts were new, but perhaps not so good now. Unfortunately, some Mazda Bongos were not under-sealed when they were imported into the UK.