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Author: | GlenM [ Fri Feb 07, 2020 6:22 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Another Nissan turbo project. |
I managed to bleed the clutch through yesterday by removing the slave and having it above the level of the master cylinder. The pedal feels a lot better now, although I haven't driven it yet. While I was doing this I noticed that the master cylinder had completely emptied since the weekend, despite it being up on ramps since then. The seller had told me that it probably needed a new master cylinder but I couldn't see any sign of fluid leaking around the servo. Looking under the car I noticed that the o/s rear brake back plate was covered in fluid, so it needs new wheel cylinders and, inevitably, shoes. Looking at wheel cylinders online I noticed that there are single and tandem system types listed. What is the difference between the two? I want to convert it to tandem brakes eventually anyway, so it might make sense to do it now with the correct cylinders. Has anyone used a slightly larger bore tandem master cylinder that would fit and that is readily available? I fitted a Ford P100 one to my Sprint 30 years ago but they seem to be quite rare now and I can't find any available with the fluid reservoir. |
Author: | RSi [ Fri Feb 07, 2020 8:56 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Another Nissan turbo project. |
They're remarkably good door gaps on it, they all appear spot on, how unusual is that. |
Author: | GlenM [ Fri Feb 07, 2020 10:37 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Another Nissan turbo project. |
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There's remarkably good door gaps on it, they all appear spot on, how unusual is that.
Yes, they are pretty good and the doors are quite sound too. I have managed to get most of the dent in the o/s rear one out since I took the photos. It needs a bit more work but will probably be easier when it's off the car for the re-spray.
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Author: | dollyman [ Thu Apr 02, 2020 12:59 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Another Nissan turbo project. |
That looks as though the garage will be a good size Glen. Is it going to be made of wood entirely? Are you fitting a ramp as well? The car looks a very solid example Tony. |
Author: | GlenM [ Thu Apr 02, 2020 10:34 pm ] |
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That looks as though the garage will be a good size Glen. Is it going to be made of wood entirely? Are you fitting a ramp as well?
Tony, The car looks a very solid example Tony. The garage will be 6.0m deep and 7.3m wide internally, so quite a good size. I did really want a triple garage, so I put in planning for a 4 bay one expecting the planners to knock me back to 3 but they would only allow a double. I could have tried for the 3 and gone to Appeal, if it was refused, but the whole process would have dragged on for ages. It is going to be made of timber with a tiled roof and will be in the same style as the house, part of which is shown in this photo. I am going to fit this 2 post lift. https://twinbusch.co.uk/product_info.ph ... cts_id=246 The masts fit below the joist level at either side of the door opening and I have had the roof structure designed so that the joists across the width of the door opening can be omitted, allowing a car to be lifted up as far as the rafters will permit. It will only lift to a maximum of 1.6m high but will still be a lot better than a trolley jack and axle stands. Yes, the car is pretty solid, so hopefully it shouldn't require too much welding. |
Author: | dollyman [ Fri Apr 03, 2020 1:10 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Another Nissan turbo project. |
Hi Glen, very envious of a wooden garage as they are nice and warm It also matches the house really well. I would love a ramp in my garage but i have a very low ceiling hight so out of the question Post some photos when it's finished. Tony. |
Author: | SprintV8 [ Sun Jan 03, 2021 11:51 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Another Nissan turbo project. |
I do love a project and a BIG garage. I would paint the floor with floor paint ASAP. It keeps the floor clean. Dust down when sweeping and spills are easily cleaned. Not jealous really |
Author: | GlenM [ Sun Jan 03, 2021 3:38 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Another Nissan turbo project. |
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I do love a project and a BIG garage.
I got just over half of the floor done with epoxy paint but hadn't got round to shifting everything over to do the other half. As you say, it makes a massive difference. I had to lay on the unpainted part to fit the Sprint axle and got covered in concrete dust. The other half will be a job for the evenings this week.
I would paint the floor with floor paint ASAP. It keeps the floor clean. Dust down when sweeping and spills are easily cleaned. Not jealous really |
Author: | Bish [ Sun Jan 03, 2021 9:59 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: Another Nissan turbo project. |
Wow, amazing update! The garage looks to be a lovely place to work - I am also jealous! Looking forward to see how that engine and box goes in. |
Author: | RichardHyde [ Mon Feb 01, 2021 7:51 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: Another Nissan turbo project. |
Nothing to do the restoration, but I could never change gas supplier using one of those utility switch websites. When I looked into it, EOn had charged me business rather than residential rates for 6.5 years. I pushed them and pushed them until I got a £1,300 refund !! Well worth looking into any anomalies !! |
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