High Jetter Posted January 6, 2023 Share Posted January 6, 2023 2 hours ago, Split_Pin said: more robust items, which have been duly ordered from ebay. Out of interest, which ones did you go for? Must do something about mine, it's annoying me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMotor Posted January 6, 2023 Share Posted January 6, 2023 3 hours ago, Split_Pin said: Filed under 'Heritage'. That was my favourite word with MG Rover products that my parents owned. Specially when there was a fault or "quirk". wuvvum and Split_Pin 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Split_Pin Posted January 6, 2023 Share Posted January 6, 2023 2 hours ago, High Jetter said: Out of interest, which ones did you go for? Must do something about mine, it's annoying me. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/142437270732?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=r6kzCbk-Tvy&sssrc=2349624&ssuid=ZRO7rX7WRjq&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY These were recommended on the FB page, 4 way ones in particular, presumably because they're more robust (only 2 connector ports are needed though) High Jetter 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiC Posted January 6, 2023 Share Posted January 6, 2023 32 minutes ago, Split_Pin said: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/142437270732?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=r6kzCbk-Tvy&sssrc=2349624&ssuid=ZRO7rX7WRjq&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY These were recommended on the FB page, 4 way ones in particular, presumably because they're more robust (only 2 connector ports are needed though) The only issue with those connectors for airbag connections is that they don't short the pins together when disconnected. If you look down airbag connectors, you will see that they do this. Its to prevent any static build up or such accidentially triggering them when disconnected. Notice the two pins and the additional spring contact pressing on them that connects to the busbar strip at the top to short them. This moves out of the way when plugged in so electrical contact can be made with the airbag. https://www.hella.com/techworld/uk/Technical/Car-electronics-and-electrics/Car-airbag-system-3083/ Barry Cade, High Jetter, wuvvum and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiC Posted January 6, 2023 Share Posted January 6, 2023 One owner from new garage find! It's been stuck in there for 6 months in my parents garage as they've had building work done. However the brickys have not only got brick dust all over it, they disconnected the car battery charger and didn't plug it back in. So the battery went completely flat.The engine in these is obviously in the back as mid engine, so the battery is under the Frunk. However that's electrically controlled and with no power it's not possible to activate it. Handly Porsche envisaged this being a problem. In the fusebox is a pull out terminal you can connect a jumper lead to. This allows power to pop the bonnet.Much better than my earlier Boxster (same problem in the early 911 too) where the official way is to have to make a harness to wire into the fusebox. Once that was done, the battery could be accessed. Except the car was very upset at that point and had the alarm siren going off. Bloody loud trying to replace the battery with that going off. Not surprising given it's by the battery. I found some ear defenders that made it bareble.Battery changed, ignition on and the usual Christmas tree light up from a replaced battery. It got put away on a satisfying 64k exactly.Pulled it out of the garage. Did the usual ESP trick of turning the wheels to both end stops and a short drive forward to clear that warning.I went for a drive with my mum and then swapped for her to drive back. "I really like my car and I don't want to sell it! You can borrow it though..."Damn. I was hoping she'd finally let me buy it! I don't mind driving it but it's a bit different driving someone else's pride and joy. If it's your own and you prang it, imo it doesn't feel as bad. However if it's someone elses then I'd feel incredibly guilty, even if it wasn't my fault. Barry Cade, brownnova, Dick Longbridge and 9 others 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
High Jetter Posted January 6, 2023 Share Posted January 6, 2023 1 hour ago, SiC said: The only issue with those connectors for airbag connections is that they don't short the pins together when disconnected. If you look down airbag connectors, you will see that they do this. Its to prevent any static build up or such accidentially triggering them when disconnected. Notice the two pins and the additional spring contact pressing on them that connects to the busbar strip at the top to short them. This moves out of the way when plugged in so electrical contact can be made with the airbag. https://www.hella.com/techworld/uk/Technical/Car-electronics-and-electrics/Car-airbag-system-3083/ Really necessary? Have dis and reconnected without issue. Temporarily. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiC Posted January 7, 2023 Share Posted January 7, 2023 4 minutes ago, High Jetter said: Really necessary? Have dis and reconnected without issue. Temporarily. Depends if you want to risk them accidentally going off. The risk is low but not zero without the correct connector. It's for this reason I point it out. I.e. with that aftermarket connector without the shorting, you need to be extra careful handling the pyrotechnic based airbags. Unlikely to discharge but if they do, it can cause a nasty injury depending what the deployment impacts on you. Lacquer Peel 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJK 24 Posted January 7, 2023 Share Posted January 7, 2023 The Algarve climate is kind! GMcD, BorniteIdentity, Six-cylinder and 5 others 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PicantoJon Posted January 7, 2023 Share Posted January 7, 2023 Spotted an unfamiliar car in the car park at work this morning. Turns out Work* Mate has traded his trusty Ayego for a 66 plate Astra diesel. In short, debating whether or not to disown him... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New POD Posted January 7, 2023 Share Posted January 7, 2023 4 minutes ago, PicantoJon said: Spotted an unfamiliar car in the car park at work this morning. Turns out Work* Mate has traded his trusty Ayego for a 66 plate Astra diesel. In short, debating whether or not to disown him... We need to know his logic before we can advise. He may need to attend a disciplinary hearing. He can bring a friend AnnoyingPentium, PicantoJon and Six-cylinder 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sierraman Posted January 7, 2023 Share Posted January 7, 2023 Driving an Astra Diesel is punishment enough I think. catsinthewelder, GrumpiusMaximus, PicantoJon and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PicantoJon Posted January 7, 2023 Share Posted January 7, 2023 1 hour ago, New POD said: We need to know his logic before we can advise. He may need to attend a disciplinary hearing. He can bring a friend Says he couldn't fit a baby seat in the back of the Aygo... I disagree, surely with enough mechanical persuasion it will! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zelandeth Posted January 7, 2023 Share Posted January 7, 2023 1 hour ago, PicantoJon said: Spotted an unfamiliar car in the car park at work this morning. Turns out Work* Mate has traded his trusty Ayego for a 66 plate Astra diesel. In short, debating whether or not to disown him... His crime is also his punishment! BorniteIdentity, AnnoyingPentium, PicantoJon and 1 other 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
artdjones Posted January 7, 2023 Share Posted January 7, 2023 1 hour ago, New POD said: We need to know his logic before we can advise. He may need to attend a disciplinary hearing. He can bring a friend Will he have any friends now? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New POD Posted January 7, 2023 Share Posted January 7, 2023 23 minutes ago, artdjones said: Will he have any friends now? I don't know much about the Astra K but every other person I know with an Astra J has a manual diesel and not one has a bad thing to say, whereas me and the wife have petrol autos and her 1.6 is a little underpowered. The body styling only really changed in a subtle way from J to K. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Six-cylinder Posted January 7, 2023 Share Posted January 7, 2023 29 minutes ago, artdjones said: Will he have any friends now? Stop bullying us Astra Diesel drivers! PicantoJon and AnnoyingPentium 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PicantoJon Posted January 7, 2023 Share Posted January 7, 2023 I shouldn't say anything really seeing as my dad drives an Astra... 🙊 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Earrings Posted January 7, 2023 Share Posted January 7, 2023 So update on the Bluebird. Matrix is out and the radiator place can’t find a core for it. A lot of digging done by me and it seems it’s cross compatible with Audi 100 cores of the same era and the measurements are pretty much identical, and I believe the pipe work is too. He said he’ll attempt a repair but it’s close to the metal fin so isn’t sure but fair play to him for wanting to try. I think, fingers crossed my digging and research will prove fruitful as I am fairly confident so long as the sizings are there or there about a it should be a good replacement. He’s advised to just get a new radiator which he’s sourced for around £90 which is good too as the core was too expensive. My garage have been absolutely sound. Just hoping it all comes together nicely as I’ve not seen it for a couple weeks! High Jetter, wuvvum, PicantoJon and 5 others 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Surface Rust Posted January 7, 2023 Share Posted January 7, 2023 Festival of the Dead, 2nd July, Stamford, Lincs. No, not the start scene from a Bond film, but a car show featuring only defunct car brands. https://www.classiclineinsurance.co.uk/festival-of-the-dead/ BorniteIdentity, catsinthewelder, tooSavvy and 5 others 6 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Earrings Posted January 7, 2023 Share Posted January 7, 2023 1 hour ago, Pat Earrings said: So update on the Bluebird. Matrix is out and the radiator place can’t find a core for it. A lot of digging done by me and it seems it’s cross compatible with Audi 100 cores of the same era and the measurements are pretty much identical, and I believe the pipe work is too. He said he’ll attempt a repair but it’s close to the metal fin so isn’t sure but fair play to him for wanting to try. I think, fingers crossed my digging and research will prove fruitful as I am fairly confident so long as the sizings are there or there about a it should be a good replacement. He’s advised to just get a new radiator which he’s sourced for around £90 which is good too as the core was too expensive. My garage have been absolutely sound. Just hoping it all comes together nicely as I’ve not seen it for a couple weeks! Well it isn’t lol. He’s just sent me the matrix and the pipe work is different entirely, pointing outwards. fuck sake. praying he can repair it. I’ve stuck a thread on ask a shiter with the photos of it GMcD 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Split_Pin Posted January 7, 2023 Share Posted January 7, 2023 I replaced the rotted aluminium/rubber trim on the 75. It's only taken me nearly 3 years. I sprayed the inside of the doors with silicone grease to try and stop freezing. Couldn't get the button to stay in though. Oh, well, it doesn't have one now! While I was looking under the red 93 in case I'd dropped a clip, I noticed that here, where there was once metal, there is now only underseal. The brown bits could be pulled away in my hand. No idea why the picture is upside down. This was fine last summer so that's happened fast. The brown one went in exactly the same place too (that was fixed). AnnoyingPentium, GMcD and PicantoJon 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMcD Posted January 7, 2023 Share Posted January 7, 2023 Bloody cars! Sounds like you had a frustrating Saturday like me. Split_Pin 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Split_Pin Posted January 7, 2023 Share Posted January 7, 2023 Yeah fairly so, old cars eh! GMcD 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMcD Posted January 7, 2023 Share Posted January 7, 2023 I spent ages last weekend and now today footering with the rear brakes on the Cav. What was supposed to be just drums ended up being shoes, fitting kit and the handbrake cables as the shoes fell to bits. With new shoes on I couldn't get a handbrake(Cable had no adjustment left). Cylinders fine so I left them. Never done drum brakes before. Don't think I want to again. What a palava. I had to mess about something awful with them to get the auto adjusters to play ball. I must have had them off about 4 times each side (including taking them off again to do the handbrake cables). Discs, pads and calipers for me please! AnnoyingPentium, Split_Pin and Popsicle 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Split_Pin Posted January 7, 2023 Share Posted January 7, 2023 Aye, fuck drums, I'd be firing mine to the garage along the road so fair play. Vauxhall discs are worse though, with those silly, bastardy, foutery wee handbrake shoes which never adjust even each side. New POD, AnnoyingPentium and GMcD 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wuvvum Posted January 7, 2023 Share Posted January 7, 2023 Drum brakes are indeed the work of Beelzebub. GMcD, Split_Pin and AnnoyingPentium 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dyslexic Viking Posted January 7, 2023 Share Posted January 7, 2023 Another drum brake hater here, they really are the work of the devil. And I own a 1960s car with drum brakes front and rear, I will do everything I can to avoid having to deal with them. Split_Pin, GMcD and AnnoyingPentium 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richardmorris Posted January 7, 2023 Share Posted January 7, 2023 The rear drum brakes on the 2cv haven’t been apart yet. 159,000 miles. Squeaked a bit last year, but judicial use of the big hammer got rid of a lot of dirt / asbestos. GMcD and Split_Pin 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dyslexic Viking Posted January 7, 2023 Share Posted January 7, 2023 I knew there was a pretty insane engine in some WW2 US tanks and I've been reading up on it and it's very interesting. Chrysler took their reliable and proven flathead 6 also used in Dodge and Plymouth and bolted 5 of them together and so the Chrysler A57 multibank engine was born. 30 cylinders 20.5 liters and 276kw was the result. PicantoJon, richardmorris, tooSavvy and 9 others 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andyrew Posted January 7, 2023 Share Posted January 7, 2023 9 hours ago, sierraman said: Driving an Astra Diesel is punishment enough I think. Yoss, AnnoyingPentium, PicantoJon and 12 others 1 14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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