It Lives Again

[ayjay]

Engine ran again today(1.8cvh) for the first time in about 18 months.Frightened the life out of me when it fired not least because I had my hand over the carb to try and choke it. I ran around the workshop jumping up and down heart rate at about 120 beats / sec.:D Then had to go outside to relieve the CO poisoning.

I need to tidy the wiring up now then its bodywork.The important thing is a major cycle illogical milestone reached.;)

Ill post some pics of the first run out of the garage when we get a couple of dry days:)

[TheArf]

Awesome mate a massive achievement, will give you a bell soon and pop up for a nose

Arfon

[ayjay]

Thanks Arfon. I hope you are managing to make some progress.I dug out the long johns so I could work in the garage:D
Ran it again today( must get the waterworks fixed up):o

[HandyAndy]

I ran around the workshop jumping up and down heart rate at about 120 beats / sec.:D Then had to go outside to relieve the CO poisoning.



I can just picture this scenario :D

A huge well done on this major milestone of your build, indeed it is a great feeling ( no, not the CO poisoning ).

Look forward to seeing the video, as I was once told..." no video means it didn,t happen " :p :D

cheers
andy

[TheArf]

Just been up to Ayjay's, looking good mate, will definatly have the contact info for the loom sometime. Thanks for the coffee mate and i will bring the needle files and thread file up on monday

[ayjay]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8guKq4vYY3E&feature=youtu.be

[MikeB]

good work fella,
Hope to be able to drive mine out the garage in the next couple of months to.

[HandyAndy]

:cool: Nice one :cool:

cheers
andy

[ayjay]

Take off is very " snatchy" poss due to lack of any shock absorbing donuts in the prop shaft.Is this normal ? Prop is D&F .Can the problem be improved?

[AshG]

Take off is very " snatchy" poss due to lack of any shock absorbing donuts in the prop shaft.Is this normal ? Prop is D&F .Can the problem be improved?

get a 1.3 capri clutch cable its shorter than the sierra one and can be adjusted to stop the clutch snatching

[ayjay]

Cheers Ash:)

[TheArf]

Thats brilliant mate, congrats on a great achievement.

[ayjay]

cheers Arfon----Check PM s please

[voucht]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8guKq4vYY3E&feature=youtu.be

Congratulations mate. Sometimes I miss the Facebook's "I like" button here :)

[ayjay]

Did you spot your lovely SS braided hoses Sylvain:)

[voucht]

Did you spot your lovely SS braided hoses Sylvain:)

Hardly... but I can see they work : you can stop :)

[ayjay]

Just won an auction for a brand new 1.3 Capri clutch cable.
£2.99 + £2.50pp:D :D :D

[ayjay]

Got 3 sheets of ali and started to make templates.
Car is now completely clad inside and out in white card.
Looks neat.I'm tempted to paint it-----noooooooo:D

[ayjay]

Got my Capri clutch cable yesterday,trial fitted it today .Shorter than the sierra one and has a long adjustment thread to take up slack.A lot better than the sierra one. Good call Ash:)

Found my brake MC has been secretly leaking down the pedal box and floor - ruined the paint and made a right mess:mad:

Ho hum you win some you lose some:o

[ayjay]

The fuel filler neck from my donor Sierra is a good fit over the filler stub on my ali tank.
Is there any petrol resistant sealant I can use to fit it ?
If so my filler would be accessed by opening the top panel over the rear tub Would that be IVA acceptable ?

[ayjay]

Is that a "no" then? :o

[ozzy1]

At work we use araldite, but the fuel never comes into contact with the glue in the situation we use it. Maybe best to use a piece of proper rubber hose and a clamp. I recall from previous that if your fuel filler cap is in the boot area it needs to be left open and not closed off although I stand to be corrected.

[ayjay]

Thanks Oz.
That makes sense .However I cant seem to find a sensibly priced exterior fitting fuel cap that wont break the bank .All the motorcycle type ones seem to be an arm and two legs

[ozzy1]

I got mine from rally design but there is always ;
Europa spares
Cbs
Burton power
And I think tifosi

[ayjay]

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A bit of progress:)

[robo]

Thats a good bit of tin bashing. Thumbs up.

Bob

[twinturbo]

Nice As.......
TT

[TSM Locost]

Thanks Oz.
That makes sense .However I cant seem to find a sensibly priced exterior fitting fuel cap that wont break the bank .All the motorcycle type ones seem to be an arm and two legs

Ebay: type in deck fillers start @£10 for plastic

[MikeB]

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/HOLT-YS850-50MM-DECK-FILLER-DIESEL-WATER-PETROL-WASTE-NEW-/270977843548?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_BoatEquipmen t_Accessories_SM&hash=item3f1789c15c

seems cheap, would it do the job

[K4KEV]

I could be tempted with that, especially at that price

[SeriesLandy]

Bargin, wish I had known about that before I bought mine!!

[ayjay]

I always understood that the fuel cap needs to be locked.Whats the position on it please.
Those deck fillers look good ---if It will get past IVA !

[ayjay]

I always understood that the fuel cap needs to be locked.Whats the position on it please.
Those deck fillers look good ---if It will get past IVA !

Any wise thoughts on the above please

[K4KEV]

just had a quick look at the IVA manual and it seems that if it is not lockable then the cap must be tethered to the tank or body......see below

15. A fuel filler cap must positively locate to the filler neck and incorporate an
adequate sealing arrangement so that a fuel leak is not possible.
16. The fuel filler cap must either be tethered to the vehicle or be of a lockable
type where the key can only be removed when the cap is locked or an
automatically opening and closing, non-removable fuel filler cap
(Post 0 5 / 2009 vehicles only)

so I guess the deck filler would pass if it is tethered in some way.

[rpjg1975]

just had a quick look at the IVA manual and it seems that if it is not lockable then the cap must be tethered to the tank or body......see below

15. A fuel filler cap must positively locate to the filler neck and incorporate an
adequate sealing arrangement so that a fuel leak is not possible.
16. The fuel filler cap must either be tethered to the vehicle or be of a lockable
type where the key can only be removed when the cap is locked or an
automatically opening and closing, non-removable fuel filler cap
(Post 0 5 / 2009 vehicles only)

so I guess the deck filler would pass if it is tethered in some way.

Just been surfing on the bay and I notice some of these deck fillets actually have a tether fitted and there are some quite nice looking stainless ones (also a pretty cheezy plastic chrome one :D)

Russ

[ayjay]

Thanks guys .:)

(I quite liked the cheesy plastic chrome one ):o

[rpjg1975]

Thanks guys .:)

(I quite liked the cheesy plastic chrome one ):o

It doesn't look as bad as some I must admit :D

Russ

[alga]

Am I the only one who removed the filler pipe with the lockable filler cap off the Sierra with hopes of fitting it to the roadster?

[ayjay]

I am using the original filler pipe at present. I have to lift the rear lid to fill it. However it is not the locking cap because it was the locking flap type. It works perfectly well but as I understand things ,if it is inside the 'boot' then the boot must not be covered.

[ayjay]

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[HandyAndy]

WoW Ayjay

Thats some fantastic progress you,ve made , car is looking great :cool:

May I ask....are they the side repeaters or side reflectors fitted to your side panels ?
Reason I ask is come IVA time they may not be high enough for the rear vision check, I,ve heard that some cars have failed with them fitted to the side of the scuttle as the rear wings obscure the repeater , & yet some have passed :confused:

Looking great :cool:

cheers
andy

[twinturbo]

Nice ally work.

And good progress.

TT

[ayjay]

Cheers guys.I've just been plugging away quietly in the background:)

I thought I'd stick those pics up to encourage others who may be flagging a little at the mo judging by the recent posts.
In other words--"If I can do it--- if you feel in a bit of a rut with your build then take heart"

The orange bits on the ali side panels are reflectors-- it seemed like a good idea the ind. repeaters will go on the side of the scuttle.
Its been a bit of a slog and sometimes its been one step forward and two steps back.ATM I cant get the brakes to bleed . i had a leaky master cyl. which filled the drivers side floor with fluid whie I was on holiday and stripped all my paint.:mad:
Then my battery leaked acid all over the scuttle and into the passenger footwell.:mad: The pic.shows no. 2 scuttle panel ready to re- fit all the electrics.

Anyway-- does anyone know if I can use any other ford m/cylinders to replace the sierra one without rerouting my pipes?

[deezee]

Looking good Ayjay, If we ever get any nice weather this year I should really get off my lazy ass and drive down to see your build. I had my Sierra master cylinder leak from the cap which also promptly ate all the paint off my pedal box & chassis rails :( I feel your pain!

[monsterob]

bloody hell m8 ! that is some great progress !! sadly im in the rut dont seem to be able to get to mine hopefully i will make some progress in the next 4 weeks ( holiday ! and no im not a teacher !!! ) :D

looking very nice indeed
:eek:

[TheArf]

Deezee let me know when your going over to Ayjays and I will try to come over, he makes a half decent coffee, Ayjay the offer of my master cylinder is still there for you to try I havnt had chance to look at your manifold yet but I will this week mate

Arfon

[ayjay]

About to order my suspenders:eek:

From reading earlier posts I think I need

4x 14"-9.5"

2x 8" front 350lb

2x 9"rear 250lb

AmI correct?--I dont want to get it wrong.I am on haynes book chassis with 1.8cvh engine sierra front hubs and sierra rear with drums.

I spoke to Rally design and was told 140/095/ B12.

However they said it was either blue or yellow springs:mad: because of the relevant rating:confused:

I was hoping for 1st choice black 2nd choice red

Hope this doesn't open a can of worms

[voucht]

Very good progress Adrian, your car looks really good, congratulations (and I can see the flexi brake lines ;) )

[ayjay]

About to order my suspenders:eek:

From reading earlier posts I think I need

4x 14"-9.5"

2x 8" front 350lb

2x 9"rear 250lb

AmI correct?--I dont want to get it wrong.I am on haynes book chassis with 1.8cvh engine sierra front hubs and sierra rear with drums.

I spoke to Rally design and was told 140/095/ B12.

However they said it was either blue or yellow springs:mad: because of the relevant rating:confused:

I was hoping for 1st choice black 2nd choice red

Hope this doesn't open a can of worms

Any thoughts please

[alga]

Why not ring up Dampertech? That's what people used to do on here before Saturn started offering Protech shocks.

[PorkChop]

Why not ring up Dampertech? That's what people used to do on here before Saturn started offering Protech shocks.

Protech will sell dampers directly too. Procomp (on LCB) also sell Protech dampers modified to their spec. Gaz will probably supply their dampers direct too as well as getting them from RD. Lots of options :)

[ayjay]

Having problems ATM with brakes .I need new seals for my MC which is the Sierra dual system 22mm with 3 pipes 90-91 (ish) .I cant find the right ones . does anyone know if any other models eg escort or capri will fit this MC. ---HELP :mad: its doing my head in:o :o

[ayjay]

Can I take it thats a no then:(

[twinturbo]

Tried Big Red?

TT

[twinturbo]

also try crossreferencing varios models on brakesint

TT

[ayjay]

Thanks for the help with the brakes--got a set of seals on the way from "Big Red"


Next problem---Started to tidy up the engine loom today --looks a lot better but engine wont start now:mad:

My ecu is 87BB-12A297EA which I think is ESC11. could anyone please identify the wires, for some reason its not in my manual.

Car was 1.8 cvh H reg (90-91?)

Thanks in advance

[TheArf]

See what happens as soon as i turn my back on you, you go all tidy on me if it aint broken dont mend it,

Arfon

[ayjay]

Got some new MC seals from Bigg Red
Also borrowed one of those contraptions that pressurise the system from tyre pressure.SORTED:D -----brakes rock hard.

Just need to sus out what I did to the ignition system to find out why it will no longer start:o

[ayjay]

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Nearly there.Two years ago this week the notion of building this sprang into my head. Started I think Nov 2010 Needs tarting up and making IVA friendly .Also dash needs finishing(Anyone got a suitable piece of perspex they feel the need to dispose of would be greatly appreciated.

[ayjay]

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Nearly there.Two years ago this week the notion of building this sprang into my head. Started I think Nov 2010 Needs tarting up and making IVA friendly .Also dash needs finishing(Anyone got a suitable piece of perspex they feel the need to dispose of would be greatly appreciated.

[ayjay]

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Nearly there.Two years ago this week the notion of building this sprang into my head. Started I think Nov 2010 Needs tarting up and making IVA friendly .Also dash needs finishing(Anyone got a suitable piece of perspex they feel the need to dispose of would be greatly appreciated.

[deezee]

He Adrian, I've got a spare piece of perspex left over from when I put my sierra instrument cluster into the dash. I'll dig it out and make sure its not marked.

[voucht]

Congratulations Adrian. Your car looks very nice.
I really like the aluminium bodywork where it is possible :cool:, which comforts me in my idea to do the same on my car.
And only two years for this result I'm very impressed (and a bit jealous too :))
Very good job!

[TheArf]

Its looking well tidy mate I will give you a bell during the week and pop up to catch- up

Arfon

[twinturbo]

GAFA tape bonnet fixings may fail the IVA ;)

Looking good, hope you get it on the road before the winter sets in :)

TT

[ayjay]

GAFA tape bonnet fixings may fail the IVA ;)


TT

Yep --Toying with the idea of vinyl wrap so holding back on the fixings ATM:cool:

[robo]

Looking fine and dandy even with the gaffer tape:)

Bob

[ayjay]

Forgot to mention how much engine noise is reduced with the bonnet on I didnt expect it to be so different:)

[Dualist]

Looks bloody nice mate ;)

[ayjay]

Anyone know the size of the circlip which retains the speedo cable on a T9 gearbox?

I put it away carefully as recommended in the book,in a little bag marked "SPEEDO CIRCLIP" -----Darned if I can find the bag:o

Just looked on fleabay £5.00=£2.00 pp --You're aving a larf. Wont buy one on principle

[ayjay]

I'm thinking of buying a sporty steering wheel for my roadster off the bay
I'm using the original sierra column.Would any other makes of boss fit the sierra or are they all different?

[jps]

Not a clue - although i'll appreciate it when someone who DOES know the answer comes along.

Just had to post to say that your car looks great in those pics. I'm just about to take the Sierra engine out so I can do a trial fit in my chassis - seeing pics like this keeps reminding me how good it's going to be when I get it finished!!

[ayjay]

Thanks .I'm just tweakingATM(fiddling with unimportant bits) and considering how to get hold of 50 odd wife pounds for IVA .Probably next Spring now:(

[deezee]

I have a Momo Steering boss on mine, with a OMP wheel. Just need to make sure it has the little notch in it for the indicator cancelling. (unless you're not using the sierra indicators on the steering column)

[voucht]

I'm thinking of buying a sporty steering wheel for my roadster off the bay
I'm using the original sierra column.Would any other makes of boss fit the sierra or are they all different?

Momo, OMP, Sparco, and a lot of others have the same bolt pattern. Some hubs even come with 2 different patterns and fit most of the wheels on the market. So choose your steering wheel first, and check the bolt pattern (which brand it is, or with the seller), but I'm 99% sure it will be this Momo/OMP pattern. Then you can find the hub. Rally Design has a full range of collapsible OMP hubs, most of them with the blinker return (check it, that can be important, I had one without it on my Renault 4, and it is very annoying!)
The only problem is if you choose a large "retro look" steering wheels: the central part is huge, and will not fit the sport's steering wheel hubs.
You can also post the link to the steering wheel you want to buy, and I'll check, if i can, which hub will fit.
Hope this will help :)

[ozzy1]

In regard to the circlip just buy a multi pack from b&q and there should be one in there that fits,should only cost couple of quid.
Most aftermarket companies do a steering wheel boss still to fit the sierra.Usually a few on what.

[ozzy1]

Should say Ebay not what! Bloody phone.

[ayjay]

Thanks for the help all.

I'm also wondering if bosses for other makes of vehicle will fit my shaft.

[robo]

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/QUICK-RELEASE-SNAP-OFF-STEERING-WHEEL-BOSS-KIT-HUB-SLIMIST-ON-THE-MARKET-NEW-/200729704358?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&fits=Car+Make%3AFord&hash=item2ebc6c37a6

I was looking at these but not sure how they get on with the iva/sva thing. Adds a bit more security and helps to squeeze in and out.:o

Bob

[voucht]

I'm also wondering if bosses for other makes of vehicle will fit my shaft.

You might have a chance with other Ford models, but normally, steering wheel hubs are sold according to an application list where you have almost 1 part number per car model. I think the best thing to do is buying the hub for Ford Sierra, and no other, so you are sure it will fit.

[TheArf]

Ayjay, be careful of the spokes in the wheel, no doubt someone will rectify me if im wrong but I think its a fail if the spokes of the steering wheel has holes or slots in them so maybe it would be a good idea not to change it until after the test

Arfon

[ayjay]

Yep thanks .Not interested in anything with holes or slots.
Had one years ago -nearly took me out when I trapped my finger:o

[K4KEV]

yep ....gets nasty when you start sticking fingers in holes:D :D

[ayjay]

Now Now:eek:

[ayjay]

I intend fitting a hydraulic brake light switch. Will this one work with standard copper brake line fittings? Also would I have to make a tee joint in one of the lines to fit it



http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BRAKE-LIGHT-SWITCH-CLASSIC-MINI-HYDRAULIC-C16062A-/261046156324?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item3cc7903c24&_uhb=1

[alga]

You want VAG part 113 954 515H. It looks almost the same as the one on your picture, but has a tapering M10x1 thread. http://www.partsbase.net/part/aud-113945515h

I have a problem with mine though. Looks like it's a bit too sensitive, and it does not always disengage when I release the pedal. Looks like the residual pressure due to friction in the MC keeps it closed. It switches of with time, espessially if I tap the MC with a wrench. Might be due to the fact that I connected mine to the secondary/front circuit, not the primary/rear. Or mine might just be defective. Ideas, anyone?

Update for posterity: I did notice that in the book Chris specifically mentioned the pressure switch has to be plumbed to the primary circuit. I rearranged the tubing a bit, now the brake light works flawlessly!

[leroybrown911]

Hi Ayjay!

Wow you have been busy, looks great, well jel!

I have been a bit preoccupied with a new baby girl! So roadster been on hold. Managed to get the old bike finished though which sold within a week of finishing it. (check out my pics on blog)

Arf
I have not forgot I have your reamer, i will get the job done this week if you wanna meet up I will give it you back.

Good to get back to thinking about getting this car on the road! and thanks for the motivating pics ayjay!

http://leroysroadster.wordpress.com/

[TheArf]

Hey mate, welcome back, congratulations on the new addition to the family, it will be good to catch-up, i'm nowhere near as far along as Ayjay yet having a new workshop built alongside the garage at the in-laws. Im off to Corfu next week so if you want to meet up when im back and get Ayjay to come along as well

Arfon

[ayjay]

I was beginning to wonder where you were .
Congratulations but dont rush to get out of the house ,you have to enjoy them while you can. It will only seem like a few mins and they 'll be away and gone:(

[TheArf]

The car that is,

Arfon

[ayjay]

The kids that is;)

[leroybrown911]

Hi chaps, yeah would be good to catch up. No chance of rushing out the garage the boss keeps me well in check! Haha!

But hope to do a bit before Xmas. Did a bit of grinding on my 'chopped' sump today, was like being reunited with an old friend, trusty angle grinder! :D

[TheArf]

Well I have enroled at Yale tonight on a 2D cad course hopefully move on to the 3D later on. Hope to go around to the new workshop tomorrow night and start to do some of the wiring on the sockets and then in with lights before the guy comes around to levle out the floor. Once he has completed that it will be in with the lathe, parts washer, grit blaster, powder coating and oven. Oh and then the work benches, bench grinders and compressor. Done a deal with a guy today to buy his two tear old engine hoist from him for £60 so no more bad backs from lifting engines, getting a bit old for that now.

Arfon

by the way Lee you haven't told us the name of the newest edition to the family

[leroybrown911]

Lois Ann Roberts, she is real cute (doesnt get it from me!) she is 4 months old now! time flies!

Wow, thats some workshop, would keep that quiet or you will be constantly doing favors! I would love a NC mill or lathe. Been looking at this for my roll cage:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/150850299688?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

[TheArf]

Am looking for a small miller in the new year nothing fancy just a bog standard out of the box miller

oh yes and I must agree, if she is a little cuttie she must take after her mum

Arfon

[ayjay]

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Its a wrap.

Went for a spin up the road today.Naughty I know but it was very quiet and I couldn't resist it. Got into 3rd gear with a bit of speed up. But what a strange experience . I'm used to wind in the face ,wind noise etc with the bike but it was a wierd feeling looking down the bonnet, sitting so low and watching the wheels steer and spring on the bumps. Very strange , surreal.

[alga]

Hehe, I've done about 50 km up and down the unnamed road that links my village with the nearest steet.

[ayjay]

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Its a wrap.

Its not foggy.Just noticed a big messy grandchild fingerprint on the lens:(

[TheArf]

I called up at Ayjays the weekend guys, its looking really good and sounds as sweet as a nut, a lot quieter than I thought it would be

Arfon

[ayjay]

A question for anyone who has a Sierra speedo/instrument pod please.:confused:

My speedo needle is hanging downwards to 6 o clock. It should obviously be at zero but there is no stop pin and I cant find any sign of one that may have been snapped off at some time. I can easily drill a tiny hole and glue in a pin but I would just like to know what was there originally.:o

[twinturbo]

A stop pin as far as I Recall..

Give me a moment.

TT

[twinturbo]

No Stop pin, it must be internal.

The needle probably needs re-aligining with zero

[ayjay]

Thanks TT

Any ideas how?

[twinturbo]

Pull it off, turn it to 0 and push it back on.

TT

[ayjay]

Simples:o:o

Next question--I am buying up a few clocks/guages for my post IVA dash.Would any electric impulse type rev counter/tacho work accurately with my sierra cvh. Also is my oil pressure switch fairly easily adapted to a tube for oil pressure guage.

Thanks in advance.

[ayjay]

Any wisdom on previous post please?

[twinturbo]

most reve counters will take a coil input with a swithch on them for the cylinder config

I would use a non capilary electrical oil guage

TT

[ayjay]

most reve counters will take a coil input with a swithch on them for the cylinder config

I would use a non capilary electrical oil guage

TT
Does the oil guage need a different sensor to replace the switch

[alga]

Of course; they usually provide a pressure switch output, too.

[twinturbo]

Normaly a Tee piece is put into the block, the pressure switch and a pressure sender then fit into that.

The disadvantage usualy of electrical guages is that they only do a 180 sweep and not 280ish like the capillary ones.

TT

[HandyAndy]

I,ve used a sandwich plate to allow electrical oil pressure & oil temps senders to be fitted, tho I had a slight problem getting a reading at first.....the sandwich plate allows the fitting of 4 senders to be installed, I had my 2 senders fitted at the the lower part of the plate, I couldn,t understand why getting no readings, swapped the 2 senders & placed them into the upper part of the sandwich plate = problem solved...not sure why but it worked .

I,m running a 1.8 CVH engine

cheers
andy

[ayjay]

Sandwich plate?WOSSAT:o - Were you feeling a bit peckish.

[alga]

An adapter that fits between the oil filter and the engine.

[ayjay]

Thanks Albert-now it makes sense:)

[ayjay]

2 Years approx. since I got started on my build .Going to compile a checklist of stuff that needs sorting out over the winter then IVA Spring 2013. Hopefully will do a few shakedown drives and tests( airfield ,private road)before that.

Just wondering how long others have been at it and who and how many are due to hit the road next year. I suspect that 2013 may see the birth of quite a few.

[TheArf]

Well I will be aiming to now new workshop almost finished but it wont be in the spring

Arfon

[ayjay]

I hope you'll be riding shotgun:D

[TheArf]

Count me in for that mate, just promiss me you wont ruin my hair

Arfon

[ayjay]

Advice please.

My mechanical fuel pump is U/S and its the non-repairable type(1.8 cvh)
Is there any reason why I cant use a motorcycle fuel pump(which I happen to have in the garage!;) )?

[ayjay]

Advice please.

My mechanical fuel pump is U/S and its the non-repairable type(1.8 cvh)
Is there any reason why I cant use a motorcycle fuel pump(which I happen to have in the garage!;) )?

I suppose I'll have to try it and see:o

[ayjay]

Does anyone know whether any other speedos eg cortina or escort will fit the sierra speedo cable and give a fairly accurate reading.
I'm collecting classic guages for post iva dash and only need the speedo now.
Thanks in advance.

[ayjay]

Does anyone know whether any other speedos eg cortina or escort will fit the sierra speedo cable and give a fairly accurate reading.
I'm collecting classic guages for post iva dash and only need the speedo now.
Thanks in advance.

any ideas anyone?:)

[robo]

Most speedo`s are rated at 1000rpm at 60mph so any speedo in theory will do the job. There are plenty of outfits that can make up a mongrel speedo cable.

Edit. anything you do to the driveline bigger/smaller wheels,diff ratios and gearbox changes can change the ratio per mph and that is normally frigged by changing the plastic drive gears in the box or getting one of those in line adaptors. Heres a yank page of blurb on it but the same applies here.http://www.partshp.com/speedometer_gears.htm

http://www.venhill.co.uk/Home are worth a try.

Another edit. Wheres my Cigar:) :)

Bob

[ayjay]

Another edit. Wheres my Cigar:)

Bob:) :)




Its bad for you:mad: BTW any news?

Thanks for the helpful reply(I once swapped my 1963 Mini speedo for a triumph one cos it was smarter---It was like fitting a supercharger ,I could hit 60mph in second gear)

[ayjay]

Previous test drives have made me wonder if I could stand more than 10 mins in a roadster -feeling every speck of dust on the road and everything vibrating so much the view in the mirrrors was blurred.:mad:

Today whilst working down my "suspension and steering " checklist .I arrived at
"check tyre pressures" and used a little dial type instead of the sliding tube type.Tube said 20psi dial said 35psi :eek:
I decided to believe the dial ,dropped the pressure to 15psi ( until a slight bulge appeared at the contact point) .:)

Downside is my bellhousing scraped the little hump before the garage door:o
Just added "sumpguard" to my checklist!

Q. Book says 18-20 psi.What do others with cvh run at please?

[robo]

I have found its better to start off with the the tyres soft and the shocks backed off to the softest setting . Dial in the minimum amount of shock on the rear as you can get away with, its the shocks that jar your spine not the springs. The tyre pressure thing is not set in stone and will vary from car to car, its more to do with keeping the tyre contact patch flat on the road. Car manufacturer`s spend millions fine tuning all these factors so it wont be a five minute job to dial in some comfort/handling.

Bob

[ayjay]

Sounds like good advice. They dont need to be rock hard on the road. Ill play about with it til it feels right:o

[spud69]

Tyre pressures and damper settings do make a surprising difference and the car is very sensitive to them. I've found that 18psi on our cruising roads dampers about half way gives a nice compromise. Another 2psi and stiffer dampers makes for a much harsher ride. On the nice smooth track i'll set the tyres at 16psi and let them warm up and turn the dampers right up, makes the car a lot more positive but you need smooth tarmac for it.

Have fun testing...........AndyH

[TheArf]

Well one thing they aint got in coedpoeth is smooth tarmac, just remind me Ayjay, how deep are the ruts in the roads upthere after all those two wheeled carts going up and down.

[ayjay]

Well one thing they aint got in coedpoeth is smooth tarmac, just remind me Ayjay, how deep are the ruts in the roads upthere after all those two wheeled carts going up and down.

The grass growing between the ruts keeps the bottom of my car nice and clean.
Its the charabancs and velocipedes that churn things up:rolleyes:

[robo]

Another edit. Wheres my Cigar:)

Bob




Its bad for you:mad: BTW any news?

Thanks for the helpful reply(I once swapped my 1963 Mini speedo for a triumph one cos it was smarter---It was like fitting a supercharger ,I could hit 60mph in second gear)


Its official, Ajay keeps his promises. In the mail was one cigar, I pissed myself laughing all morning
http://i1116.photobucket.com/albums/k577/mypickys/000_0189.jpg

Bob:)

[ayjay]

Dont you dare tell me you are a non smoker:mad:

[robo]

Dont you dare tell me you are a non smoker:mad:

Guess what:o

Bob:p

[ayjay]

Ayjay is temporarily out of commission

Was re-fitting roll bar harness attachments which were welded and filleted to the roll bar cross member .Stepped up the drill size to 20mm to drill through the CM.First one ok ,2nd the drill bit jammed ,the drill kicked back Ayjays finger is stiicking out sideways:eek: Straighten it out while its still numb then go indoors for some tea and sympathy.(neither forthcoming)
Swelling badly so wifey drove to A&E "The only time I drive the car with you in it is to A&E"
After x-ray nursey says "Its ok its not broken:) --------its smashed:(
Ayjay gets his own back "Will I be able to play the piano when it heals" she fell for it:D

[TheArf]

Thought you were coming to give me a HAND with my build, I don't know the lenghts some people will go to just so they dont have to put the kettle on.
Will give you a bell soon mate

Arfon

[leroybrown911]

Oh dear Ayjay mate, just seen this post! But dont worry they can transplant a hand these days, so straightening a finger should be a breeze!

[ayjay]

Welcome back Leroy .Where you been ? Hope all is ok.:)

[ayjay]

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[loony]

Congratulations !
Looks great... now change the steering wheel ;)

[ayjay]

Just posted IVA application:eek: :eek:

I've not posted much here lately because I am pretty much finished. Just faffing about with bits and pieces. Just a couple of jobs to do now and sending in the app will focus my mind:rolleyes:

I went for a longish test drive( dont ask!) And spent a couple of hours screaming round a large private car park and nothing fell off.

[TheArf]

What did the neighbours say about you razing about creating havoc

Arfon

[ayjay]

The neighbors weren't bothered in the least.Even though we made enough noise to wake the dead:cool:

[skov]

Naughty naughty :D
I daren't drive mine on the road prior to IVA - one of b$£^%$£d neighbours phoned the police last year because I'd parked my tin top within 10 meters of the junction for a couple of hours.
They'd have a field day if they saw me driving an unregistered car on the road :mad:

[vmax1974]

Naughty naughty :D
I daren't drive mine on the road prior to IVA - one of b$£^%$£d neighbours phoned the police last year because I'd parked my tin top within 10 meters of the junction for a couple of hours.
They'd have a field day if they saw me driving an unregistered car on the road :mad:

I know the feeling I had the donor half stripped in the back garden one of the neighbour's called the council to say its a danger to the local children the neighborhood enforcement peeps called round had to tell them that if I found kids on my property they you stand more chance getting hurt by me belting them than the car hurting them found out who its was though so her boyfriend decided to block access to my drive I suspect at her request so after it had been there 3 days I had the police ticket the car and tell them it gets towed next time so I would be shopped in a second if the roadster went anywhere near the road before iva will have to do it when she out lol

[ayjay]

Isn't it sad and irritating when you have to live near those sort of people. We had a nasty anonymous letter promising trouble if we didnt get rid of our cockerel. I went round them to ask but no one would admit sending it.Most said they liked to hear it.we got rid of it anyway just to keep the peace.I have a good idea though that it is the local parking policeman who has nothing better to do than complain when people park somewhere within 100 m of his house:mad:

[ayjay]

Had to pay VOSA £450 today so should get a date soon:eek:

[skov]

It's not cheap getting these things on the road is it?
Add a re-test fee, insurance, tax, and dvla registration fee and you're looking at the best part of a grand :(

Nice one on getting the IVA applied for though!

[ayjay]

Been fettling a few things while waiting for my test date in Manchester .One or two major issues.I took the car to a weighbridge just in case I needed to provide actual weights .
Weighed in at 740kg total 340 front and 400 rear with me in it and half tank of fuel.
On the way back I realised the ns rear drum brake was binding badly and very hot. No tools so I made it home. When I took the hub off the shoes were quite charred .I couldnt see any obvious problem so cleaned it up stuck everything back together and seems to work ok. Problem is if it happens again while its being tested then I am snookered so I need to solve the problem . Any ideas on tracks to follow please?
While it was up on the jack I found movement in the os wheel bearing so thats on the list for next week. Also sump has started leaking oil from the weld .
One step forward two back at the mo and IVA looming:(

[SeriesLandy]

I just did my rear wheel bearings and they were easy, £14 a side from my local motor factors. I followed this guide (http://nw.rhocar.org/wheel_bearing.htm) and used some large sockets to drive the bearing home, filled with grease and put back on the car.

As or the breaks I have no idea, did you replace the springs?

[ayjay]

Been fettling a few things while waiting for my test date in Manchester .One or two major issues.I took the car to a weighbridge just in case I needed to provide actual weights .
Weighed in at 740kg total 340 front and 400 rear with me in it and half tank of fuel.
On the way back I realised the ns rear drum brake was binding badly and very hot. No tools so I made it home. When I took the hub off the shoes were quite charred .I couldnt see any obvious problem so cleaned it up stuck everything back together and seems to work ok. Problem is if it happens again while its being tested then I am snookered so I need to solve the problem . Any ideas on tracks to follow please?
While it was up on the jack I found movement in the os wheel bearing so thats on the list for next week. Also sump has started leaking oil from the weld .
One step forward two back at the mo and IVA looming:(


19th July 8am Chadderton, Manchester:eek: :eek: :eek:

[TheArf]

Now the exiting orifice will be going dollar dime dollar dime, give me a shout if you need a hand with anything mate and i will get the letter and number stamps out ready this weekend

Arfon

[ayjay]

Discovered today that my "worn wheel bearing" is actually due to excessive play in the suspension bushes . Either the bush inserts are too big or the bolts are too thin:mad: :mad: :mad:

[TheArf]

Come on Ayjay how long have you been on here the bolts are not to thin they are just the wrong Diameter, what size do you need mate, measure it up and let me know as we have a few different sizes in work

Arfon

[ayjay]

Diameter schmiameter:mad:

[ayjay]

Anyone know whether any other speedo cables will fit my t9 to sierra sapphire speedo? (eg Escort)The original is quite long .One a bit shorter would be neater.;)

Still working through a rolling checklist.Tidied up some edges etc will try to fix leaky sump ,probably at the weld:rolleyes:

[TheArf]

If you want to drop the sump off and bring it down to my place mate we can sort that out for you

Arfon

[ayjay]

Tidy up bolt heads and threads----------------------------------------tick
Fix sump oil leak with araldite------------------------------------------tick
Fettle some sharp edges on ali-----------------------------------------tick
Fit nut covers to seat belt mounts on roll bar---------------------------tick
Check wires hoses pipes not touching/rubbing---------------------------tick
Generally faff about thinking of things that may need doing--------------tick
Sit around in the sunshine drinking cold beer ----------------------------tick

Anyone know about speedo cable as in earlier post please

[TheArf]

If you keep taking the pi** about sitting in the garden drinking beer you aint going to get any answers are you

Arfon

[ayjay]

If you keep taking the pi** about sitting in the garden drinking beer you aint going to get any answers are you

Arfon

You know you want one;)

[TheArf]

Of course i do

[rpjg1975]

Ayjay

Seem to remember in the distant depths of my memory that when talking to handyandy he mentioned that you can get a speedo made up to the length you want.....I sliced through mine with the grinder in a moment of madness! Unfortunately he didn't say where from, was just in a passing conversation but maybe someone else can enlighten you:D

Russ

[ayjay]

http://i1189.photobucket.com/albums/z429/ayjay50/Ades%20build%20pics/P1010019_zps1541b517.jpg (http://s1189.photobucket.com/user/ayjay50/media/Ades%20build%20pics/P1010019_zps1541b517.jpg.html)

2 yrs 6months then Chadderton ,Manchester tomorrow 8am:cool:

[SeriesLandy]

Looking good, I'm assuming your going for Iva tomorrow. You need to take the harnesses out I the seats and get them to go around. As the seat becomes structural in a crash.
Also when we tow (same trailer, normally a disco tho) you need the engine at the front of the trailer for better weight distribution

Steve

[TheArf]

Good luck tomorrow mate have got everything crossed for you, its looking good, don't forget to fill the tank and a gallon in the boot just to be sure

Arfon

[ayjay]

There is some good news.

The coffee was ok in the VOSA vending machine:rolleyes:

The day started badly and went downhill from there.
Failed emissions, headlights refused to work .However they are now ok:rolleyes:

Overall though not too bad . I felt better when they told me 95% fail first IVA and that mine was among the better ones re general build ,braking , steering ,self centering etc.

Lots of minor issues re radii ---top front sus brackets:confused: top harness eyes , central mirror.
Potential chafes at headlamps wiring , couple under dash ,front ns brake hose
Slight leak from fuel sender and bottom of m/c.

At least there is a list of things to fix.They commented that some cars are failing to complete test due to overheating . The car is running and revving for a long time and it was very very hot at the test centre.


Watch this space re retest in near future . They said I had 6 months to retest but I hope to be there long before.

[CTWV50]

There is some good news.

The coffee was ok in the VOSA vending machine:rolleyes:

The day started badly and went downhill from there.
Failed emissions, headlights refused to work .However they are now ok:rolleyes:

Overall though not too bad . I felt better when they told me 95% fail first IVA and that mine was among the better ones re general build ,braking , steering ,self centering etc.

Lots of minor issues re radii ---top front sus brackets:confused: top harness eyes , central mirror.
Potential chafes at headlamps wiring , couple under dash ,front ns brake hose
Slight leak from fuel sender and bottom of m/c.

At least there is a list of things to fix.They commented that some cars are failing to complete test due to overheating . The car is running and revving for a long time and it was very very hot at the test centre.


Watch this space re retest in near future . They said I had 6 months to retest but I hope to be there long before.

Well done, I hope mine goes that well!:cool:

[voucht]

I want to say "congratulations", even though you haven't passed this first test. These are minor things you can easily fix, and I'm sure second time will be the one.

A little (personal) concern though. In the list of things that failed, what do you mean by:

front ns brake hose

Any problem with the flexible brake lines?

Thanks.

[skov]

Bad luck mate.
Not a bad fail by the sound of it though.

[ayjay]

I want to say "congratulations", even though you haven't passed this first test. These are minor things you can easily fix, and I'm sure second time will be the one.

A little (personal) concern though. In the list of things that failed, what do you mean by:



Any problem with the flexible brake lines?

Thanks.
No worries Sylvain. Not the hose itself it just needs resetting so it curves in a different way when lock is applied:)



Thanks all for previous best wishes and recent encouragement:)

[TheArf]

Ayjay, was really sorry you failed mate, as we said this morning I will make the extensions for your front indicators for you in work, after wednesday it will be really quiet with the summer school finishing and most staff going on 5-6 weeks of holidays, the world will be my oyster.
Looking at the caterham set up they have the indicators directly under the headlights so if we can get them in that area, that should sort out that problem.
Speak to you over the weekend

Arfon

[Johno]

Unlucky Ayjay,
Well at least it should be a breeze now to get it through..;)
Why did it fail on the suspension bkt and top harness eyes...:confused:
I'm guessing it's no different to anybody else's.

[ayjay]

Can any of you GRP experts out there recommend a compound for restoring gelcoat with a rotary polisher please?

I've got an old Moss Malvern I am putting back together . The GRP is generally sound but very weathered and chalky . I've looked at Faracle but there are various grades:confused:

[alga]

John Dickens' fiberglass book recommends asking Marine suppliers or Chandlers, and specifically mentions Farecla Marine Gel Coat Restorer and Farecla Marine Ultimage UV Wax.

[TheArf]

Ayjay,

do you want to try the compound that I have its for paint work but it is very fine, you could always try it on a piece that wont be seen

Arfon

[ayjay]

IVA retest 12.30 Wednesday:eek: :eek: :eek: :eek:

[flyerncle]

The higher the number on bodyshop polishing and rubbing down paper the finer it is,try 1200 paper and 3000 polishing liquid

[TheArf]

And counting mate, don't forget to text me after the test as i am away for the week

[TheArf]

Good luck tomorrow mate don't forget to let me know howbh you get on

Arfon

[ayjay]

PASSED:) :) :) :D

Yeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees

[skov]

Well done!! and welcome to the club :D

[TheArf]

Congratulations matey won't be long now mate and then you can introduce the internal combustion engine to coedpoeth but be careful they still have a ducking stool

Arfon

[K4KEV]

Well done matey well done, now get out and give it some welly;)

[alga]

\o/ I'm so glad for you, Adrian!

[twinturbo]

cracking news

[Enoch]

Well done Ayjay - Enjoy!!!

[ayjay]

Thanks guys:)
Advice needed on next steps to register:confused:

[ayjay]

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Decided not to tax and insure car til spring
So made a windscreen with 6mm polycarbonate

[jason 82]

Tell you what, that paint draws you in doesnt it ! These matt colours are really coming into their own. I have chosen a really cool colour scheme, I am waiting for the panels to arrive from Gillham, test fit, then off to the spray booth. Pictures to follow shortly.

[ayjay]

Tell you what, that paint draws you in doesnt it ! These matt colours are really coming into their own. I have chosen a really cool colour scheme, I am waiting for the panels to arrive from Gillham, test fit, then off to the spray booth. Pictures to follow shortly.

I like it-BTW its vinyl wrap:)

[K4KEV]

Just a tip AJ I would swap your louvred vent around 180 degrees otherwise you will end up with stuff from your engine bay and road on your nice new screen, just thought I would mention it (that is assuming it is open to the engine bay)

[jason 82]

I would never have guessed that is a vinyl wrap. Is it expensive ?:)

[ayjay]

I would never have guessed that is a vinyl wrap. Is it expensive ?:)

About £10 on Ebay
Scuttle and bonnet are easy
Nose cone is a nightmare to get a reasonable result. I ended up with a few small creases but hardly noticeable. Its worth getting one of the little smoothing tools.SWMBO got a bit cross cos her hair drier disappeared into the workshop:o

[ayjay]

Just a tip AJ I would swap your louvred vent around 180 degrees otherwise you will end up with stuff from your engine bay and road on your nice new screen, just thought I would mention it (that is assuming it is open to the engine bay)

Yep - just playing around with a 2.99 ali vent from the builders merchant It covers a patch where I spilled the superglue:rolleyes:

[TheArf]

Screen is looking well tidy mate, been working on the pedal box again this week and the steering rack extensions.

I have to agree you have done a tidy job with the vinyl wrap.

Now get on with the Moss

Arfon

[ayjay]

Can anyone recommend roadster friendly insurance companies please(ie cheap:o )
Also I understand that my IVA cert. is valid for 6 months and I need to get registered in that time --am I correct?

[ayjay]

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A bit smaller and sportier:)

[TheArf]

Where have I seen that wheel before I wonder, better get on and tidy up the rear boss for you mate

Arfon

[ayjay]

Anyone remember where the roadster colour changer site is ? I have been playing around with colours and the Westfield one is a bit limited.

[voucht]

Hi Adrian,

http://mcgregormotorsport.co.nz/

And click on "Mach 7 colour schemer"

... and turn off the sound to get rid of the annoying music :)

[twinturbo]

or westi world

http://westfield-world.com/flash_changer.html

[ayjay]

Yep the McGregor one is the one I remember thanks:)

Phil Eagle said Talon will deliver mid Feb----new wishbone arrived today.The Eagle is flying:D :D

[TheArf]

Just keep an eye out for those wheel ruts that the carthorses have left over the winter, up there in bow and arrow country

Arfpn