Kiltox

Check it is that before fixing. My old Octavia with the same engine was making a racket on start up. Thought it was the air pump so replaced it with a new one. Still making a noise. Turned out that the pumps lack of puff had led the solenoid in the manifold to stick closed, and that was a sufficient arse to replace that I flogged it instead.

I think the air pump issue is that the rivets are leaking - the fix is to drill them out and replace with nuts/bolts/washers. 

I really need to crack on with cleaning this up. 
Current job list:
LCD display on the cluster has loads of missing lines. TADTS and there’s a few firms out there that can fix them. I contacted one and they made the right noises but wouldn’t give me an answer to “how do you want paying and where do I send it to” so I’m looking for another at the moment. Might just go with one on eBay. 
Starter motor keeps running after the engine starts, sticky solenoid I guess. Need to remove it to make sure I order the right replacement - might strip it down and clean it up before I order new. 
Secondary air pump is noisy. Could either replace it for about £30 or repair it with some bolts and washers, not sure which I’ll do yet. 
Aerial is broken. Seems they’re quite expensive 🤦‍♂️
TT badge is missing a T - thinking about just debadging it because they are NLA and £60 on eBay - thoughts?
Back box is blowing - replacement required I guess.
Rear diffuser needs painting. 
Don’t want to go too mad with it - it’s a cheap old base model TT after all! 

Now I’m sure it’ll look better after a good clean  but I’m definitely happy!
 

I’m gonna tidy it up a little before moving it on. 

I really need to crack on with cleaning this up. 
Current job list:
LCD display on the cluster has loads of missing lines. TADTS and there’s a few firms out there that can fix them. I contacted one and they made the right noises but wouldn’t give me an answer to “how do you want paying and where do I send it to” so I’m looking for another at the moment. Might just go with one on eBay. 
Starter motor keeps running after the engine starts, sticky solenoid I guess. Need to remove it to make sure I order the right replacement - might strip it down and clean it up before I order new. 
Secondary air pump is noisy. Could either replace it for about £30 or repair it with some bolts and washers, not sure which I’ll do yet. 
Aerial is broken. Seems they’re quite expensive 🤦‍♂️
TT badge is missing a T - thinking about just debadging it because they are NLA and £60 on eBay - thoughts?
Back box is blowing - replacement required I guess.
Rear diffuser needs painting. 
Don’t want to go too mad with it - it’s a cheap old base model TT after all! 

What about an electric powerplant? Blend historic and modern together. Wouldn't need a massive range either - something like the motor from the Kangoo that @Kiltox is selling would give you probably 60-75 miles of range with the lighter body of a Riley and likely cruising speeds you'd want to do?

Has recently done LE-JOG apparently!
So, as mentioned before, one thousand miles in four days, averaging thirty-two miles to the gallon (to be confirmed), with no major breakdowns (well, nothing that took more than five minutes to fix), without any punctures and with the original clock working all the way. The only modern perk (sorry!) was a sat nav, as there’s no speedometer!
https://renaultownersclub.com/lands-end-to-john-ogroats-and-beyond-orit-is-possible-to-drive-old-renaults-a-long-way/
similar equivalent MPG to @Kiltox😲😁
Had to do an oil change en route! (500 mile intervals)

The heater makes a difference however as long as you’re not driving around with it full blast all the time (which you wouldn’t, because it gets stupidly hot) then it’s not that big a deal. Lights/radio/wipers/fan are negligible. 

The guess-o-meter shows predicted range based on a number of factors - outside temperature being one of them but driving style etc all playing a part.  It’s common for new EV owners to obsess over it but the best thing you can do for your own sanity is just to drive the thing and plug it in when it needs charging. 
It’s much more accurate towards the lower end of % SoC than the top - a bit like a fuel gauge. 

Used the most appropriate vehicle for the weather conditions on my commute this morning, obviously

 

The heater makes a difference however as long as you’re not driving around with it full blast all the time (which you wouldn’t, because it gets stupidly hot) then it’s not that big a deal. Lights/radio/wipers/fan are negligible. 

The guess-o-meter shows predicted range based on a number of factors - outside temperature being one of them but driving style etc all playing a part.  It’s common for new EV owners to obsess over it but the best thing you can do for your own sanity is just to drive the thing and plug it in when it needs charging. 
It’s much more accurate towards the lower end of % SoC than the top - a bit like a fuel gauge. 

The heater makes a difference however as long as you’re not driving around with it full blast all the time (which you wouldn’t, because it gets stupidly hot) then it’s not that big a deal. Lights/radio/wipers/fan are negligible. 

The guess-o-meter shows predicted range based on a number of factors - outside temperature being one of them but driving style etc all playing a part.  It’s common for new EV owners to obsess over it but the best thing you can do for your own sanity is just to drive the thing and plug it in when it needs charging. 
It’s much more accurate towards the lower end of % SoC than the top - a bit like a fuel gauge. 

The guess-o-meter shows predicted range based on a number of factors - outside temperature being one of them but driving style etc all playing a part.  It’s common for new EV owners to obsess over it but the best thing you can do for your own sanity is just to drive the thing and plug it in when it needs charging. 
It’s much more accurate towards the lower end of % SoC than the top - a bit like a fuel gauge. 

There’s some paint under the filth! New plates make so much difference too  

Is this the best £14 you can spend on an old car? (WARNING: CONTAINS CRIMES AGAINST DETAILING!)
 

There’s some paint under the filth! New plates make so much difference too  

Is this the best £14 you can spend on an old car? (WARNING: CONTAINS CRIMES AGAINST DETAILING!)
 

There’s some paint under the filth! New plates make so much difference too