Alex Posted September 22, 2006 Share Posted September 22, 2006 Well thats the head done again.I spoke to Dave Pearson and he advised me to stick to the book for torque settings,thinks thats probably why the studs kept turning (perhaps going to 50 is to much for the old threads).everything tightened down in the end tonight although the nut stripped on the stud we had a problem with twice(new studs and nuts). Brakes have been bled so off for a tune up on monday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KDTRIUMPH Posted September 23, 2006 Share Posted September 23, 2006 Car No 80 no where near an MOT yet but at least its back on four wheels with new suspension at each corner, Got all day saturday on it though so should be able to get it running at least, might do some polishing too.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KDTRIUMPH Posted September 23, 2006 Share Posted September 23, 2006 Car No 80 no where near an MOT yet but at least its back on four wheels with new suspension at each corner, Got all day saturday on it though so should be able to get it running at least, might do some polishing too.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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James Posted September 23, 2006 Share Posted September 23, 2006 http://www.aptfast.com/ is quite cheap - even with the shipping from the states Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deleted User Posted September 23, 2006 Share Posted September 23, 2006 Alex I thought your problem was pulling the threads out of the block (that's how I understood it from our conversation) resulting in you having to helecoil them? As explained we have in stock a heavy duty head nut (deeper version, Metro Turbo OE nut), if it is a nut problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex Posted September 23, 2006 Share Posted September 23, 2006 Yes its a bit of a head scratcher you're right thats what we thought, but when it did it again with the helicoil we tried a different nut and that did it as well then we used an old stud and another nut and it went tight so its done now. Maybe it not gone down quite square or something? Needless to say we were not happy bunnies at the time, perhaps next time we'll look properly so I can explain my problem rather than assuming . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raider Posted September 23, 2006 Share Posted September 23, 2006 Car 57 was running - now it's not whilst it's water pump is removed for fettling ::) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deleted User Posted September 23, 2006 Share Posted September 23, 2006 [quote by=davesideways link=Blah.pl?b=prep,m=1132093984,s=399 date=1158966574]Oh and if your new? head studs are plated don't buy that taff again! Latest fad is selling brittle head studs, main bolts etc...dear me![/quote]That's good advice, anywhere in particular we should all avoid? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thescrapman Posted September 23, 2006 Share Posted September 23, 2006 GRRRRRty did 35 miles this morning, and it didn't breakdown.I'm sending him a bravery award for travelling more than 1 mile from the tow-car and trailer.:-)Colin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Posted September 23, 2006 Share Posted September 23, 2006 [quote by=Raider link=Blah.pl?b=prep,m=1132093984,s=404 date=1159001301]Car 57 was running - now it's not whilst it's water pump is removed for fettling ::)[/quote]Well done Martin - you're getting there mate.I've installed my headlight relays, all wired in and working - just tidying up the loom with some new tape and a few fuses now.It all seems to work well - will whack the 100w bulbs in now and see what melts :-)Then it's out for a long drive if I can get enough time at it, so much stuff going on it's hard to get the time at it between getting cleaned up for family duties! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deleted User Posted September 23, 2006 Share Posted September 23, 2006 Cars 14 and 15 basically ready ..few things i may do but they are just things i want to rather than need to...that is untill i break something Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deleted User Posted September 23, 2006 Share Posted September 23, 2006 Car 46. Back on it this afternoon. Short engine was all built up and back in the car on Wednesday, I haven't worked on it since. Should have the heads, chains, back on today. MOT booked for Wednesday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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GT6 John Posted September 23, 2006 Share Posted September 23, 2006 It's been a day of ups and downs with my car, literally.I've now got 1.5" negative camber at the front. However when the car went in for its wheel alignment one had 2.5" negative while the other was ok with 1.5". Yet both had the same shims on. I knew they were out before but not this much. One was toeing in way too much, the other toeing out a little! Anyway they now both point in a straight line.My old 'shoved on by cowboy mechanics hired by original owner' springs were a huge 3" longer than the ones I now have! However because of this lower stance, on large bumps and 'rapid' cornering *cough* the tyres were hiting the wheel arches. So what to do...............well in the end we found the club hammer, but it was a bit of a search... :P ;D So my inner arches are now nicely modified! It doesn't notice from the outside so I'm happy.The front Koni shocks were set on 0 by the factory so we had a bit of guess work to get the right damping. After a way too soft 'I feel sea sick' test drive they were tightened to a much better rating!The relay guy cried off with a bad back so myself and my mechanic are going to give them a go tommorow... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Bancroft Posted September 23, 2006 Author Share Posted September 23, 2006 Busy day:Re-bushed the radius arms with red poly bushes, took apart the rear brakes and clean them up and fitted new hoses, cleaned and painted some rear chassis parts, fitted new rear shockers, started to make the bracket to mount my Cibies on.Tomorrow:Bleed the brakes, take off the exhaust and inlet manifolds and attempt to cure the blow, finish off the light mount, make up new wiring for the spots. Next weekend: Align the rear suspension and attempt to get some mileage under the belt, have another go at some more heat insulation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nigel Posted September 23, 2006 Share Posted September 23, 2006 Hi Tim I have a spare PRI Inlet/erxhaust gasget if you need I could bring on Monday give ne a ring Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Posted September 23, 2006 Share Posted September 23, 2006 :)Car40 (ruby) now has 900 miles under her belt after her engine rebuild. Fog/spot lights fitted, oil change, fit stereo and a clean left before the off ;)....C U all soon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Lacey Posted September 24, 2006 Share Posted September 24, 2006 Update Car 17 Dolomite Sprint Tina/Andrew and JanThursday fitted head for the forth time, which was skimmed and had new gasket, no leaks, that was great, but had fuel problem. friday cancelled MOT. Sorted out fuel problem, then started sprint, it sounded great, although noticed oil leak from rocker box, we knew that was not really a problem. after 5 mins of running we heard a loud noise from camshaft, removed cover and found a creamy mixture. so we knew there was water in the oil. Saturday worked most of day, came in from garage about an hour ago 12.20am. we are no further forward. so Andrew is now having a whisky he needs itwater mixing with oil, knocking camshaft whats next? We have never ever come across so many problems, there is only so much more we can do.We will have another go tomorrow bright and early. We have jan coming over from Sweden to be a co driver and has booked flights, so just incase we are unable to do the run we need seat for jan to be a co driver , please contact us if you can help. CheersTina/andrew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raider Posted September 24, 2006 Share Posted September 24, 2006 Tina/Andrew - you deserve the spirit of the run award.Incredible how you have just kept going working through all the problems.I hope to come up and shake your hands at the Plough ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Bancroft Posted September 24, 2006 Author Share Posted September 24, 2006 Nigel,No need for gasket- many thanks for the offer though.Andy and Tina,I will call you this evening. Do not owrry about Jan, we can sort him out- probably ask a few of the Big saloon drivers to have him as a passenger for stints- might be fun for Jan.I do hope that you sort the Sprint out, however what about the Stag? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlanChatterton Posted September 24, 2006 Share Posted September 24, 2006 Team 86 BWK14K is ready!Changed the front springs/shocks, flushed out the cooling sytem, fitted new hoses/thermostat, and then just spent the whole of this morning polishing.Blimey, it's white!! I always presumed I had a grey car, but no, shiney white (and rust!)Going to Northampton this afternoon to see by brother in law. Taking the PI, so we should have about 180 miles on the clock by this evening. Looking forward to the test run. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david langrick Posted September 24, 2006 Share Posted September 24, 2006 spent yesterday afternoon sorting out video camera mounting for our car. Spent some time today welding up Tom Keys throttle pedal. Split and bent , due to 6000rpm abuse no doubt. Now ready for further abuse... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thescrapman Posted September 24, 2006 Share Posted September 24, 2006 Another day of slog, and a productive one!Now runs on 6, all the time!FIXED OVERDIVE!!!!!!!Sadly to do that the exhaust had to come off.Fitted the stainless one 'borrowed' from teh spare car.Now very quiet, and the exhaust exits in a very strange manner. Partly due to us having to bolt it so it avoised the 2 jubilee clips on teh replacement prop.The replacement of which means I still have all my fillings, despite doing nearly 70mph.HAndling scary at nearly 70...... found one subframe mounting bush was missing, allowing subframe to move up and down.......Anyone know if a stag one fits???CheersColin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
32valves Posted September 24, 2006 Share Posted September 24, 2006 Car 55 prep is now under way. Just spent the last month prepping LCG which was going to be our entry but is now sold and will be car 33 (hope Mark and Jo have as much fun with the car as we did). So, our trusty MkIV Spitfire PEL will be pressed into service once again. New wiper blades, track rod ends, and steering rack gaiters fitted so far. but have now discovered that the anti-roll bar bushes and end links are FUBAR. New links and U-bolts ordered, TT anti-roll bar and polybushes ready to fit. Poly steering rack mounts ready to fit also. Still got to fit the new brake master, clutch slave, engine mounts, and new tyres, change the engine oil, check/top-up the gearbox and axle, do the tappets, drink tea, fart (it's the tea), swear, and get some rest. Oh, and I suppose I'd better go to the drivers meet at the Plough tomorrow night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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