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Sep 15th, 2014, 19:31 | #121 |
Chuckles
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Well I had an update today.
The car has been stripped, and the current clutch is almost worn, so I made the right choice. Fingers crossed I get the car back in a day or 2! |
Sep 17th, 2014, 20:01 | #122 |
Chuckles
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I spoke to my mechanic today, and the final bill is : £380!!!
For that he is doing: New 3 piece clutch kit, gear box oil, crank seal, drop links, inner/outer rack ends, 2 tyres (fronts) oil + filter change, and tracking. I sourced/paid for the clutch, drop links, and rack ends, my mechanic sourced the rest (quality branded) at trade price. Needles to say I am very happy with the price, and his quality of work is second to none. If anybody in my area needs a mechanic, PM me, and I'll send you his way. I can't wait to get the old girl back on Saturday now! |
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Sep 21st, 2014, 09:42 | #123 |
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Great price, that with parts included?
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Sep 22nd, 2014, 18:14 | #124 |
Chuckles
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No I sourced my own parts.
I'm (Im)patiently waiting for the return of my car... he just text me and said he will have it back within the hour! I can't wait to drive the old girl and see how goes now! |
Sep 22nd, 2014, 21:54 | #125 |
Chuckles
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My car is home!!
I have just been for a good drive, and wow, what a difference! The car pulls amazingly well, the squeal from the bearing is a distant memory, and it holds the road like super glue!! BUT There is STILL a rattle from the front drivers wheel! Granted it is much better, but it is still there. So, any ideas what else it could be guys? |
Sep 23rd, 2014, 06:48 | #126 |
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Strut top mount maybe? They can rattle a bit when worn
Or maybe the arb bushes.
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Sep 23rd, 2014, 15:30 | #127 |
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Hi I used to live down your way some years ago in Plymouth what are grockles I have never heard the expression before and I thought I was flu
ent in Devon lingo.
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Sep 23rd, 2014, 22:07 | #128 |
Chuckles
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@ Wrinkles http://news.bbc.co.uk/dna/place-lanc.../plain/A701623
@ Martin the ARB bushes have recently been replaced, and the top mount is fine also. I noticed today whilst going down a steep rough track that whilst braking there is no rattle, and when no braking is applied the rattle is there. |
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Nov 2nd, 2014, 19:54 | #129 |
Chuckles
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Well it's been a while, so time for a little update!
I have finally source some door cards!! Well 50 % any way! Front/rear passenger side.. they are in the post as I type this.. so I just need to find the other side now! Today I decided to find out why the front fogs wouldn't work.. I checked the fuses, switches, wiring, everything.. and drew a blank... however.. Stupidly I didn't believe both bulbs would blow at the same time, so I didn't check... any way I finally decided to check the bulbs... and guess what? There were NO BULBS at all!!!! What a plonker I am! So I popped to the local petrol station, purchased 2 bulbs, popped them in, voila! I can see the light!!! Why were the bulbs missing??!!!!! God knows!!! I then decided to get rid of the electric aerial (it's a universaly one not OEM as I couldn't find one for sale) as the radio was all crackly. So I popped on whip tail type aerial, and now the radio is fantastic! The car is running superb now, it feels and handles like new, it really does, however, I still have a slight rattle from the front o/s when going over pot holes. It isn't there whilst braking though. Try as I might, I can't find the damn rattle! Loving this car though... fast, powerful, full of toys, and comfy as hell! And pennies to buy! |
Nov 2nd, 2014, 20:57 | #130 |
Chuckles
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I just saw your thread Krussel, and you FORCED me to buy this:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Adapter-iPad...c901+bluetooth I'm all excited about my new toy now... and the fact I don't need to upgrade the head unit!! |
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