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[Skizzer]

My clutch master and slave cylinders have returned from Fast Parts - details to follow in an update to my Rover thread later.

 

The stupid question is, any reason why I shouldn't use Instant Gasket out of a squeezy tube to fit them?  I lack the right size proper gaskets, and could make some out of gasket material but don't have any.  I do have instant gasket.

 

(Was planning to put a bit of WD40 on the non-cylinder side so they're not stuck on for ever.)

[Lacquer Peel]

I had a bit of a FTP today in the Volvo, the fuel line from the tank to the fuel filter got clogged up with twigs and leaves because some fud thought it was a good idea to remove the tank strainer to improve fuel flow. By the time I worked that out, the battery was drained.

Phoned up the AA and they wanted £99 plus a membership fee to attend, FRO!

 

Anyway, it's jolted me into sorting out breakdown cover. Cheapness/goodness ratio, who is best? Green Flag seem the most competitive so far.

[twosmoke300]

Don't go with Rent A Cunt that's all I can say

[brickwall]

Why are some exhausts perforated? Is it a scene thing?

[Christine]

Back in the eighties ,vauxhall astra / FWD cavalier - and their  gearboxes .. you could do a clutch change without box removal;  Me Dads fitters got it down to (i think ) about 35 minutes ? Did any other manufactures copy the idea ? Do vauxhall  still have the sliding shaft feature ? 

[sheffcortinacentre]

nope abandoned that after that model.

[Richard]

SAAB did it first, on the 99 and 900 models.

[Christine]

Oh , right ,  so did GM pinch  it from them ?

[Richard]

It's a different set up on the SAAB, the gearbox is under the engine. This link explains it better than I could. It's easier than it looks in their description, they have the added complication of turbo pipework and buggered hydraulics to deal with.

 

http://www.saablink.net/forum/general-classic-900-posts-information/34353.htm

[skattrd]

Anyway, it's jolted me into sorting out breakdown cover. Cheapness/goodness ratio, who is best? Green Flag seem the most competitive so far.

 

Discussion on different breakdown companies: http://autoshite.com/topic/20569-best-breakdown-cover/

[Rusty_Rocket]

Back in the eighties ,vauxhall astra / FWD cavalier - and their  gearboxes .. you could do a clutch change without box removal;  Me Dads fitters got it down to (i think ) about 35 minutes ? Did any other manufactures copy the idea ? Do vauxhall  still have the sliding shaft feature ? 

 

^That was a great design.  You could actually do it on cars built into the mid 90s as long as they had the flat flywheel.  The diesels and then the Ecotecs had a pot-type flywheel (no idea why..) which meant you could no longer drop the clutch down as there wasn't space.  You could still pull the input shaft out though.  Cue mechanics across the land weeping into their coffee

[bub2006]

Am I silly to be going to view a 1.6 petrol auto Renault scenic? Mk1 on a y plate. Should I look for certain Things or just steer clear?

[Richard]

I've a feeling Renault automatics are a no-go area, but that might be for older ones.

[chaseracer]

So...

 

...what IS the difference between a MOTOR and an ENGINE?

[mercrocker]

The Atlantic.

[Sigmund Fraud]

Am I silly to be going to view a 1.6 petrol auto Renault scenic? Mk1 on a y plate. Should I look for certain Things or just steer clear?

 

Body-wise, check the rear arches/sill ends and the battery tray.

 

Electrics-wise, make sure the immobiliser works, it's a royal PITA to disable in the petrols. There'll be plenty of other electrical issues (because Renault) but one can usually learn to live with them.

 

Engine-wise, they're reasonably strong. Coilpacks are the usual cause of running problems. Make sure the belt has been done, as they're interference.

 

Auto gearbox would be a deal-breaker for most people. They're really fragile, even when properly maintained. If, however, the rest of the car is mint and selling for peanuts, it may be worth the gamble.

[Asimo]

An engine turns fuel into mechanical power, ie petrol in, torque out.

 

A motor produces mechanical power from another form of power, ie electric current, compressed gas, pressurised liquid in, and force, usually torque, out.

 

Think of the steam locomotive: the whole thing is an engine, coal fuel in, power (to pull the train) out.

The cylinders / pistons / valves / cranks are the motor which is powered by the steam from the coal fired boiler.

[Taff]

who do we know that does stainless steel trim screws, of the type used in 50's & 60's interior panels? My galaxie is missing a dozen or so

[chaseracer]

Another one from the strange morass that is my brain currently...

 

If you convert a van into a camper or dayvan, does it affect the tax band?

[stillOrange]

What's the best place/website to check wheel fitments and possible alternatives?

 

Dome has kindly offered to sell me his wheels but PCD for the Scimitar is 4.5" (114.3mm) and I'm pretty sure that is very different to Dolomite/Toledo one.

[cort1977]

Another one from the strange morass that is my brain currently...

 

If you convert a van into a camper or dayvan, does it affect the tax band?

Yes but the DVLA site will explain better than I can.

 

Can also affect the applicable speed limits for the vehicle as well.

[Slappy]

Why was it the Talbot Express became the Sevel van of choice for campers in the UK. Still see loads of them pottering about, but never the Ducato, Cit or Pug ones?

[bub2006]

Body-wise, check the rear arches/sill ends and the battery tray.

 

Electrics-wise, make sure the immobiliser works, it's a royal PITA to disable in the petrols. There'll be plenty of other electrical issues (because Renault) but one can usually learn to live with them.

 

Engine-wise, they're reasonably strong. Coilpacks are the usual cause of running problems. Make sure the belt has been done, as they're interference.

 

Auto gearbox would be a deal-breaker for most people. They're really fragile, even when properly maintained. If, however, the rest of the car is mint and selling for peanuts, it may be worth the gamble.

Owner wants 300. Needs a boot catch and front windows faulty. I think I'll stay clear

[The Moog]

Yes but the DVLA site will explain better than I can.

 

Can also affect the applicable speed limits for the vehicle as well.

Speed limit changes from 60 to 70 on motorways. Insurance is easier. Last couple of times it has made no difference to tax band

 

Also changes MOT test it goes in for

[Richard]

Speed limit changes from 60 to 70 on motorways.

Dual carriageways. Vans are allowed to do 70 on motorways, 60 on dual carriageways and 50 on single carriageways.

[Lacquer Peel]

Why was it the Talbot Express became the Sevel van of choice for campers in the UK. Still see loads of them pottering about, but never the Ducato, Cit or Pug ones?

 

I see a few Fiat Ducatos, but the Talbot Express was the only PSA option in the UK, I'm not sure if the Peugeot and Citroen branded ones were sold here.

[twosmoke300]

Sevel vans are the main choice for campers for one main reason .. They are cheap!

[bub2006]

How can I tell a peugeot has a bosch fuel pump? I'm on may way to look at a 1996 Peugeot with the 1.9td engine.

[320touring]

How can I tell a peugeot has a bosch fuel pump? I'm on may way to look at a 1996 Peugeot with the 1.9td engine.

post up a pic of the fuel pump and we can tell

[Minimad5]

Got a Concentric Slave Cylinder and Clutch to fit on a 1.0litre Corsa C.
Just wondering, is it easier to pull out the box and drive shafts, or pull the engine out ?

Thanks !