Joe 90
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It's true that a smaller wheel isn't exactly the same as a quick rack, the effect on steering effort is equivalent. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,300 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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Depends on the size of your steering wheel of course. A large wheel gives your arms more leverage. A small wheel might be cheaper than a new rack. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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If the seats are cut deeper, then the valve stems will stick out more, closing up the clearances. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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Thanks for some feedback. The new spring a factory and the same spec as the old ones. I think the most noticeable difference is the fact that the 16 year old springs sagged, and the rear probably sits around an inch higher than before. The back also seems slightly stiffer than before. I think I'm resigned to spending more money on some new fronts ☹️ SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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BTTT SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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Apart from the reduced weight, they will have lower rotational inertia. This means they will "spin up" easier, just like a lightweight flywheel will make an engine rev easier. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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It still leaves the luminition sensor and the Emerald, either of which can give these symptoms. I would also check endfloat on the distributor (i.e. can you pull the distributor shaft up or down), as too much endfloat will let the chopper disk touch the sensor, which will do it no good at all. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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That's good of them. Did they include a holder/handle? You need to screw it in, just like a bolt but more carefully, as it will cut another thread if you get it wrong. If the swarf makes it difficult to turn, back it up and blow the bits out. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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German abbreviation for Pferde Starke, or horse power. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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My local friendly Mercedes shop offered to fit some new rear springs for free, as he had ordered them by mistake for a different car. Free labour is too good an offer, so I said "Yes please". The problem is that I really don't like the change to the handling. For all it's faults, the car used to have a lovely balance between body control and compliance over poor surfaces. It now needs a lot more steering correction at speed, and I just don't like it. Any suggestions as to what I can do? The old springs are binned, so I can't get them refitted. Should I get the fronts replaced in the hope that it will regain it's composure? SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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Mine came in at 2.6 kg SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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When I built mine the cable inner was the wrong length. In the end I made a bracket to move the chassis attachment point so that the slack was about right. Since then I've been through at least 3 cables, and they all just went on fine with my bracket in place. I can only conclude that there are two lengths around, and they are not directly interchangeable. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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Search of tech talk reveals: Front Brake Upgrade - Which one to go for Front Brake upgrade Front brake upgrade and more... SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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I think you have the right idea. The important thing to do is to make sure that you do left and rights by equal amounts. In the extreme, you could raise the ride just on the front left and rear right, in which case the corner weights would be out by miles. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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Can't help thinking the BMW engine will be tall. They were also notoriously harsh. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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Neil, I bite. What's the tintop? SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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Well done SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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Take wheel off, take drum off, look for brake fluid, change cylinder. You can get overhaul kits, but it's probably easier to get a new cylinder. Check the adjuster while you are at it as they are notorious for seizing up, and when they do they are a right b45stard, worse than any other studs/nuts/bolts that I know of. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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Dave, With road use I haven't ever worn out a set of standard pads or shoes. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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Ditto Mark SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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Triumph Spitfire Mk IV, widely avaialable. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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80 in 5th in the 7, but then I've got a BGH box. BTW it's about 120 mph in SWMBO's tintop. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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Kent normally include some cam lube with their kits. Are you sure there isn't a little tube in there somewhere. Don't try running engines in on sythetic oil. I've tried it and it doesn't work *mad* Don't idle the engine with new cams in it, keep it above 2000 rpm for most of the first few minutes. This ensures they have a good oil supply and work hardens the lobes. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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Search techtalk, covered many times
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If you've broken the cam then I would suggest getting an aftermarket cam kit, which will contain a matched cam and springs together with the neccessary new followers. Places like vulcan engines can recommend which kits are appropriate for standard pistons. Bearing in mind that a cam change is an engine out job, you may want to change the pistons too. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan