PaulB

Quoted from RobPearce-

Quoted from PaulB-

On the Spitfire and I think it’s the same for a Vitesse, if you have a ballast ignition system,

The Vitesse never had a ballast ignition system from the factory. Of course, someone may have modified it but normally people take the ballast system off...

Thanks for clarifying Rob as I wasn’t sure about the Vitesse. 

Quoted from Baxter-

Paul, thanks for the starter solenoid suggestion and easing our tunnel vision focusing on just one potential solution. I don't understand how this would cause the problems I have but it does seem you went through a similar scenario. Perhaps one key difference is that my car will always restart - it just doesn't run well once the problem’s happened.

 

On the Spitfire and I think it’s the same for a Vitesse, if you have a ballast ignition system, the ignition feed to the coil goes via the starter solenoid. So if the solenoid is faulty it could interrupt the ignition feed to the coil, hence causing a misfire.

I’m not an expert on ignition systems but I hope this helps. Good luck and let us know how you get on.

I had a similar problem with my Spitfire.

She would misfire on heavy load and after she was hot wouldn’t restart. 
After checking the various items mentioned above including changing the coil a few times it turned out to be a faulty starter solenoid. 

I’m doing the event with my son, he’s just passed his test in January and is 17 but will be 18 by the time of the event. I’m planning on just getting temporary cover, as it’s currently too expensive to get him as a full time named driver. 

I think it’s important to get the youth driving our cars as they are the next generation to look after them when we get too old to!

Quoted from sparky_spit-

I'll start it off...

Ignition/carburation/fuel service items, plugs, leads, spare coil, spare distributor (in case the Amethyst fails).

Spare water pump, fuel pump, alternator. Radiator fan in case the electric one fails or it is very hot weather. 4 fan belts to cover differing pump and alternator pulley size combinations.

Spare rear halfshaft (with modified brake backplate so it can used either side), front brake pads.

Hoses and clips, electrical spares/bulbs/fuses, exhaust brackets/clamps/repair paste.

Headgasket and other common gaskets, gasket paper/Hylomar, copper grease.

Engine oil/gear oil/brake fluid/premixed coolant.

Small lightweight trolley-jack and 2 small folding axle stands.

Spare O/D switch (gearknob type)

Basically, I'm only taking stuff that I would be prepared to remove and refit by the side of the road. Normal tools and a socket set, plus specific sockets for hub nuts, etc.

 

 

I’m following you Mike! 

😉🤣

Quoted from Howard-

Chaps & Chappesses this is the current hotel list. Quote and add your hotel or increase the number of cars at an existing entry to show if you are in the middle of the party or a Johnny No-Mates :)

Charleville (3-4 sept)

Coulers 6

Premier Classe 2

Ibis 2

Cesar 1

Hotel de Paris, Charleville-Mezieres 1

Bludenz (4-5 sept)

Einhorn 8

Gasthof Stern 1

Schlosshotel Dorflinger 2

Hotel Daneu 1

Lienz (5-6 sept)

Aineterhof 2

H. Sonne 2

Falken Horst 1

Schusterhof-Pondorfer 2

Ansitz Haidenhof 4

Moos-Alm 1

Augsburg(6-7 sept)

Balnoor 2

Bio H. Bayerischer 2

Ibis Budget 2

H. A8 1

Jakober Hof 1

H. Stern Gersthofen 1

H. Gasthaus Wangerhof 1

Pension am Kirchberg(Wehringen) 1 - booked to avoid the green zone - just in case it all goes wrong after 29th

Hotel am alten Park 1

Updated with Team 61 

Found it!

How do you enter I can’t find the link.

ive been checking this site everyday and noticed it’s open now!

but can’t find the entry page?

ive finally been given a pass to do this event and don’t want to miss out!

I’m in.

I’m now locked out for 30 mins too many bad attempts. Arrggghhhhh!

At this rate I’ll be on the reserve list!

I can’t seem to log on to new site. Keeps saying bad username or password

Is it up and running as I can’t seem to access it ?

I'm in a Spitfire so 2 man crew.
We always try and follow the actual route. I always mark the route on a road atlas as well.
We use road book when we are both awake but when one is sleeping, the sat nav is useful. As it's a bit tricky/dangerous driving and reading a road book at the same time.

Hi
Has anyone managed to program this years RBRR route onto a Sat Nav, including waypoints so one can actually following the intended route rather than go the most direct route to each control stop?

Cheers

I've got to agree with comments above, water not red bull. This is my 5th RBRR in a spitfire so a crew of 2. Get as much sleep as possible Friday night and try and get sleep during the late afternoon early evening  on Saturday. Saturday morning the roads are too much fun to sleep.

Great idea

Team 87 spares listed.

I suggest people print it just before the event. As internet connection can be non existent on parts of the RBRR route 😀

I didn't spot that and I went through the book and highlighted the route on a map as well.
I'm worried now!
;-)

I run my spit on 98 unleaded as it works out cheaper. As I get at least 10-15% more mpg and it is always less than 8% more in price.

I think the clutch was replaced about 5-6 years ago. Haven't done huge amount of miles since then. approximately 4k a year if that.

I went to Colchester in it last night about 40 mile journey and it juddered in 1st at the end of the journey. Pulled away in 2nd and no juddering.
I drove the car this morning to the station. Only the slightest of juddering if anything. Only felt it really because I was looking for it.

When engaging the clutch in 1st gear it really shudders. This only happens when the car is really hot and only in 1st gear. 2nd gear is fine. Has anyone else had similar experience? Is my clutch going or is it something else?
It doesn't happen when the car is cold.
I'm a little concerned as I'm doing the RBBR in two weeks.

I'd do it with two. You get to drive more of the great roads that the RBRR has to offer. This will be my 5th RBRR with only two people. Admitly it's hard to get 3 people in a Spitfire!
Don't miss out on this great event if you can't get a third driver.
Good luck

Well done Floyd, so you'll be at the next Essex meet in her! ;-)

That seems really reasonable.

Keep up the great work and posts!

I've got to say that I'm really impressed with your restorations Beans.
Was it expensive to get the body paint removed and shot blasted?

I thought I'd change my halogen bulbs for some more powerful ones first to see if that made a difference. And it did. I didn't think it would but it did. I bought some Osram Nightbreaker unlimited bulbs and they are really good. So I think I will postpone my HID upgrade for the moment.