dollywobbler Posted August 24, 2017 Author Share Posted August 24, 2017 Is there a possibility the problem could lie with the clutch cable? Wouldn't account for the thrust bearing noise or very soft clutch bite. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heidel_Kakao Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 I guess not, was just hoping there could be a simple and cheap solution for you rather than the faff of having to do a clutch change. I have only ever changed a clutch on RWD stuff as it doesn't look much fun to do on FWD cars but I suppose some cars are easier than others. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twosmoke300 Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 A partially seized clutch arm pivot can lead to a heavy pedal and slow bite . So could tight cable . Thrust bearing prob showing its displeasure of being under load more than it should be Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted August 24, 2017 Author Share Posted August 24, 2017 It only does it when cold, off my driveway. Which is a hill start. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilA Posted August 25, 2017 Share Posted August 25, 2017 Mine went on (and towed) 15,000 miles with a juddery and slightly slipping clutch. Generally quite hard to kill, though ymmv Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted August 25, 2017 Author Share Posted August 25, 2017 Problem is, I quite fancy using it for some Autotesting. That strikes me as something potentially hard on clutches. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beko1987 Posted August 25, 2017 Share Posted August 25, 2017 Auto testing with an impromptu clutch change in the pit lane sounds like a good article to me! Get it done and written, just take all tools required for a clutch change in the boot! dollywobbler 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilA Posted August 25, 2017 Share Posted August 25, 2017 No need. The stock suspension (even with anti roll bars) has so much give there would be no wear on the clutch because you'd spend all your time with either one of the front wheels spinning. No load on the clutch! beko1987, BorniteIdentity and Lacquer Peel 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spartacus Posted August 25, 2017 Share Posted August 25, 2017 Autotesting would be hard on the clutch but autosolo, one direction only would probably be OK. I'm guessing you knew the difference though? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted August 25, 2017 Author Share Posted August 25, 2017 Autotesting would be hard on the clutch but autosolo, one direction only would probably be OK. I'm guessing you knew the difference though? No idea. In other news, had a bit of a Sunderland Nissan mini-meet earlier this evening. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben_O Posted August 25, 2017 Share Posted August 25, 2017 This is just round the corner from me http://www.wightbay.com/cowes/cars/nissan-bluebird-1988-island-car-low-mileage-1previous-5549936/ egg 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted August 25, 2017 Author Share Posted August 25, 2017 This is just round the corner from me http://www.wightbay.com/cowes/cars/nissan-bluebird-1988-island-car-low-mileage-1previous-5549936/ That's pretty much the spec I wish I'd bought. Bigger engine, auto, hatchback, nicer trim... Ben_O 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Moog Posted August 26, 2017 Share Posted August 26, 2017 The one in Manchester is PCA which tends to be only forwards and even then you don't normally get out of first. dollywobbler 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted August 26, 2017 Author Share Posted August 26, 2017 The one in Manchester is PCA which tends to be only forwards and even then you don't normally get out of first. Oh good. I can't be arsed with that 'garage' nonsense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorfolkNWeigh Posted August 26, 2017 Share Posted August 26, 2017 Don't know how or why I thanked you for considering autotests, but apparently I did. Good work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TripleRich Posted August 27, 2017 Share Posted August 27, 2017 One of our customers is using that Evans coolant in his Capri. Had it in there for over a year now and reported no problems. Biggest bonus I see is the lack of corrosion inside the engine and rad meaning you can leave the car parked up for months with a full cooling system and not have to worry. I'll probably stick it in my Granada when I start putting it back together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuboy Posted August 27, 2017 Share Posted August 27, 2017 Watch some british film last night and saw this bluey.. egg and dollywobbler 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted August 27, 2017 Author Share Posted August 27, 2017 Went out for a drive in the Bluebird today. Traffic was a nightmare. Then, I unexpectedly discovered that there was a track day going on at a little-known course not far from me. I headed over. The Bluebird and my pal's BMW 318iS were some of the oldest vehicles there, along with that Volvo 340 - which was turbocharged and very, very quick. I mean, sideways. I got a passenger ride around the incredibly tight course in this. Over 400bhp, RWD only, MASSIVE turbo. Lag, lag, lag, OMG WE'RE GOING TO DIE! It was brilliant, though it's hard to comprehend that in 1989, Nissan was able to do BONKERS MENTAL like this, and dreary Bluebirds. Needless to say, I didn't take the Bluebird around. However, I did have a jolly hoon there and back, marvelling in the substantial grip it now has. I haven't yet found the limits of the new tyres, but I suspect something will break before that happens. Which is why I was a little alarmed when I got a distinct knocking sound as I rounded one, not particularly tight left-hander. I wasn't even going that quickly, because tourist. [Edit - the missing words relate to the fact the tourist was in a Seat, er Leon? Or something.] It was an FR, so I thought it might be quick, but it turns out that's just a 'sporty look' model, so a bit like a Cavalier LX. I did discover that it will stall in fourth, so I guess the clutch will last a bit longer, even if the bearing still does like a groan first thing. It'll probably be my steed of choice for Cholmondeley next weekend, then Sussex the weekend after, then Manchester, then Sussex again - though given I have other vehicles available, this may vary. Still, I want to put some miles on it (under 900 so far). It's very relaxing now the ride is sorted out. I'm actually looking forward to it. Coprolalia, egg and worldofceri 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted August 27, 2017 Author Share Posted August 27, 2017 Is there something missing from this paragraph? It doesn't make sense to me. Ben Yes. It's proof of how f*cked my brain is at the moment. Got a print deadline on Tuesday and I'm utterly exhausted. Have been working for much of the weekend, with more to do tomorrow. I need a holiday... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted September 1, 2017 Author Share Posted September 1, 2017 Sorry. I may have guaranteed rain this weekend. I polished the Bluebird! I wish DMB would answer his bloody emails, because this thing needs dealer plates! egg, Dirk Diggler, danthecapriman and 5 others 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted September 3, 2017 Author Share Posted September 3, 2017 Bluebird at Cholondeleyeyeoh. Drive home was interesting. On a rather large roundabout, I decided to push on a bit to test my new tyres. The vast power of the 1.6 litre engine quickly took away grip, and I was dealing with fistfulls of understeer. Er, that's not meant to happen! After allowing the tyres to cool down on arriving home, I checked the pressures. They're meant to be 29 front, 26 rear. They were actually 32 one side at the front, 35 the other, with both rears over 30. Bit miffed about that. I'll have to go and test them again at some point. It was very manageable understeer. It didn't go skidding across the road dramatically, just pushed wide and immediately stopped doing it on releasing the pedal somewhat - thankfully without inducing lift-off oversteer. No dabs of oppo needed here. Also, the cheap wipers blades are SHIT. To the point I swapped the driver's one for an old one I had in the car. Which was slightly torn. This was an improvement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vulgalour Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 yay, washout oversteer induced by incorrect tyre pressure! It's fun when it happens because you don't know when the steering wheel is going to start communicating with the wheels. Every time I get tyres fitted I have to check the tyre pressures, they're always boosted up to 35psi+ which is stupid. Princess tyres run at 26 and 28 factory, no tyre fitter believes you, always boost them up to 34psi "because they're van tyres, right?" which... okay. Glad you didn't die! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
egg Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 I really think we should 'crowdfund' a set of Bosch wipers for the Bluey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted September 3, 2017 Author Share Posted September 3, 2017 I'll probably just buy some myself to be fair... egg 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
egg Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 There's a set of Bosch 19's on eBay for £11.50 delivered at the mo, which isn't bad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted September 4, 2017 Author Share Posted September 4, 2017 There's a set of Bosch 19's on eBay for £11.50 delivered at the mo, which isn't bad. Thanks for that tip. Couldn't find the ones you were on about, but found someone selling singles for £4.64! Certainly a lot cheaper than Halfrauds... The Bosch ones aren't bad in my experience. The Honda has been wearing a pair for a year now, and they're still pretty good. egg 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
egg Posted September 4, 2017 Share Posted September 4, 2017 Sounds good, a link would have helped you for the £11.50 ones, so here it is, but can't beat £4.64! http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/182494877348 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted September 4, 2017 Author Share Posted September 4, 2017 UGH. Just topped the coolant up, and noticed it was pissing the stuff out from the bottom hose. Not very happy about that. Just a loose clip, so I think I was fortunate not to lose much more on the Cholmondeley trip. Went for a drive on the pressure-adjusted tyres, but it's still not exactly secure. Tried an emergency stop in the damp and got a very loud lock-up! Scared the shit out of myself. My overall feel is that these tyres are just too hard, though they only protested when I really hurled it into bends in a way folk with Bluebirds usually don't. I need some roads that don't have a massive drop at the side of them to experiment further. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noel Tidybeard Posted September 7, 2017 Share Posted September 7, 2017 I really think we should 'crowdfund' a set of Bosch wipers for the Bluey what on earth for? you can get good ones for less mr wobbler can take advantage of me my helfrauds trade card when he is back in birminghamshireton if it helps BorniteIdentity and catsinthewelder 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
egg Posted September 7, 2017 Share Posted September 7, 2017 I was being a tad tongue in cheek! Although I'm sad and daft enough to buy Ford wipers for the little logo (which are probably Bosch anyway). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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