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Washer bottle relocation

Post by mcjjordan »

So im after suggestions/ ideas on washer bottle relocation.

Im hoping i can get something small to sit before right headlamp by my brake servo....
Havent found anything suitable yet though.....
I almost went for fitting something in the void where wiper motor sits but on passengers side.


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Try a locost bag style one in the wiper cavity like you thought. thats what im thinking for the e12.

http://www.carbuildersolutions.com/uk/w ... er-bag-kit
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or in the boot, or under the rear seat?
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I have seen a cylinder style off a land rover i believe i may be able to fit
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I found a nice little bottle on ebay that fits behind headlight.
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I'm thinking of trying one of the bag type ones, they're only £11 on eBay for a kit.
I think I'll put my PAS reservoir in its place.

Anyone any experience putting 1 of these bag types into the void where the wiper motor is but on the left?
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Good luck, but you're in the wrong section. Can someone do the necessary?
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Aren't you a moderator? :wink: didn't realize but will move it to the Tech section right away
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I fitted an E36 one just behind the servo. The washer hose got rerouted, and the supply cable and earth got extended to suit
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Interesting, any pics?
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Does this help ?
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I used a late e21 washer bottle i got sent over from america ...fits behind the servo with a little effort and looks like the factory put it there!..edd..
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had modified a lhd one to fit behind the servo on a rhd e21 by cutting out a section and using fibreglass to re shape the missing section. came out quite well but never ended up using it. if you want I could possibly try dig it out and get some pics of it. send me a pm and remind me tomorrow if interested.
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