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Unless you look inside, you can't tell whether you've got hardened valve seats. As I'm not a big fan of aditives, my own personal choice would be to run it on regular 95 octane unleaded and keep an eye on valve clearances. If set recession gets bad, then go for a proper upgrade with hardened valve seats and forged pistons. Piecemeal upgrades cost money but don't neccessarily give the expected improvements unless you've tackled all the weak spots. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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25% tolerance, nothing in an electricians world is that sensitive. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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9 to 1 compression isn't that high. My Xflow must be on more than 10 to 1 and doesn't need more than 95 octane unleaded (it has got hardened exhaust seats though). Of course compression interacts with valve timing as far as octane requirements are concerned. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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It should go as described, although it is quite fiddly. Make sure you take the column UJ off the rack, and by using the full articulation of the track rod ball joint you should be able to feed it out. IIRC it works better going out of the LHS on a RHD car. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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Roger knows more about XFlows than I do, so go with his suggestions. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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There are a lot of unknowns, so I can't give a complete answer. If you search techtalk you will find this has been covered extensively. As a starter though, 12 degrees at 1000 rpm is the usual setting. The timing is done on the front of the engine, not the flywheel. Tipex the mark on the pulley and read off the front timing chain cover. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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The clue is there, I think. Re-powder coating means that there is no earth connection to the chassis. You will either have to scratch away at the powder coat to get a metal to metal connection or run a separate earth wire back from the indicators. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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The pulleys are a straight (not taper) fit, but I still find I need to use a puller just to get it freed up. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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With time the bubbles will rise and merge. Bleeding all the time stirs things up, so leave it for a couple of days, then try again. If the pedal feel is good, then there can't be too much air in the system. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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Me niether. I think it falls in the catagory of "In theory there is no difference between theory and practice...." SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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I would contact Think Automotive in Isleworth. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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Nope, even with no runout at all. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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Shimming the rack to minimise bump steer has to be done on a car by car basis because it is to compensate for production tolerances. You should not use settings from another car, and if the rack is raised too high the car becomes unstable under braking (just when you really don't want it). SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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In my experience, disks lose feel and bite as they get thinner, but that could just be to with them getting older. Cross drilling is probably a better bet. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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Sounds like bump steer or inappropriate toe-in setting. It's definitely worth sorting before you spend money on bits. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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If you've spent some churning it over on the starter, smell the exhaust. If it doesn't smell of petrol, then the fuel system is suspect. To check for sparks, pull a plug and rest it on something earthed (head, bulkheead), and look for a spark when you crank it. A fuel-air mixture should come out of the plug hole at the same time. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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Carbs or fuel injection? Are you getting any sparks? SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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There's no standard Wilwood setup, with different owner going different routes. I wanted something to go over the standard disks so I went with Billet Dynalite 2s. The weight saving is significant and the pedal feel is better, so I'm happy. I had to change the hoses as the caliper fittings are different. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan Edited by - Oliver Sedlacek on 22 Feb 2005 20:05:25
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At a guess I think the blanking plate might match the later "fresh air" heaters. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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Interesting, with some plus points. I suspect the killer drawback is the poor combustion chamber shape though. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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I know 45 amps is adequate for me. 35 amps wont be enough if you have a heated screen. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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Ditto Mike, the scavenge pump must always pump more than the pressure pump. If not, the consequenses on a dry system are disastrous, as the oil collects in the sump, where it's no good to the pressure pump. Blow by is more usually a sign of a ring problem. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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I went for some brighter (legal) Osram Bilux H4 super bulbs as rcommended by the local autofactors, and I'm very pleased. There's a 55W legal limit, but they noticeably better, and only cost £25 per pair. I've never had a bulb go on the seven, so I'm happy with the cost. If you do a search, this was covered a bit over a year ago. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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On xflows the confusion comes from the fact that Ford specify hot for standard cams, but the SS cam manufacturers (Piper and Kent at least) specify cold. If in doubt about the cam fitted, I would suggets cold. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan
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When the pressure at the pump outlet bleeds away, the pump will tick. Some of the pressure bleed will be back through the pump valves, which aren't perfect. SEP field working, not spotted in 103,100 miles. Some photos on webshots, updated 25 Jan