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by yorkievolvo
Tue Oct 03, 2023 4:09 pm
Forum: Wheel suspension and Steering (60)
Topic: Rear Torque rods
Replies: 24
Views: 30832

Re: Rear Torque rods

MisterH wrote:
Thu Feb 11, 2021 9:26 pm
That's interesting James, we have heard horror stories about DHL getting it wrong in the past :?
I'm still waiting for some paper-work that was sent to me via DHL. Not holding my breath - it was 1988.
by yorkievolvo
Sat Jun 17, 2023 4:23 pm
Forum: Electrical system (30)
Topic: SRS Light won't go out
Replies: 8
Views: 4357

Re: SRS Light won't go out

"just pull the bulb!"
I like it.
by yorkievolvo
Tue Feb 21, 2023 11:03 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: 480 Turbo on YouTube
Replies: 3
Views: 2259

Re: 480 Turbo on YouTube

Ref: WillC9303 Will - I drive, or shall do when it gets warmer and I can fix its little(!) problems, a 480 turbo auto and I love it. I've prefered to drive an auto for a number of years but my preference can, probably, be put down to my age. Mind you, it has been 'roboued' which helps put the smile ...
by yorkievolvo
Tue Dec 20, 2022 5:03 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: The Bean Counter theory
Replies: 18
Views: 14768

Re: The Bean Counter theory

Looks good, but could be a bit of a so-&-so to keep clean, don't you think?
Unless one joined the yellow-glove brigade.
by yorkievolvo
Thu Nov 10, 2022 4:56 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: 480 Turbo Exhaust
Replies: 6
Views: 3220

Re: 480 Turbo Exhaust

Jay-Kay-Em - thanks for the info.
If fine tomorrow will have a go at the car.
The cat will not be removed - just hope it's still working.
by yorkievolvo
Thu Nov 10, 2022 12:42 am
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: 480 Turbo Exhaust
Replies: 6
Views: 3220

Re: 480 Turbo Exhaust

Thanks for the info - very interesting.
Now, can I ask another question - can I remove the Cat. & bin it?
by yorkievolvo
Wed Nov 09, 2022 3:22 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: 480 Turbo Exhaust
Replies: 6
Views: 3220

Re: 480 Turbo Exhaust

Ordered - thanks Jeff, don'tknow how I missed that one.
Just one niggle. The company say it's suitable for an 88KW engine but not suitable for a 90KW engine.
How do I check/confirm which engine is installed in my car?
Any takers?
by yorkievolvo
Tue Nov 08, 2022 2:00 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: 480 Turbo Exhaust
Replies: 6
Views: 3220

480 Turbo Exhaust

Has anybody, in the last couple of years, bought an exhaust system for a 480 Turbo? A corroded exhaust rendered my car an MOT failure. As I’ve not managed to locate a Turbo exhaust system, in desperation, I’ve obtained a bog-standard system but now I have questions. What will happen to the performan...
by yorkievolvo
Fri Nov 04, 2022 8:35 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Pudsey (rescue 480 R2 formerly known as PUD) update.
Replies: 6
Views: 3091

Re: Pudsey (rescue 480 R2 formerly known as PUD) update.

At least one of us have got their 50s LPs!
by yorkievolvo
Sun Oct 23, 2022 6:20 pm
Forum: Brakes (50)
Topic: No Fluid to Rear Brakes
Replies: 4
Views: 2479

Re: No Fluid to Rear Brakes

Apologies for not posting earlier - been away for a few days.
Thanks for all the info.
Will be on the car tomorrow afternoon (hopefully).
by yorkievolvo
Fri Oct 14, 2022 1:29 pm
Forum: Brakes (50)
Topic: No Fluid to Rear Brakes
Replies: 4
Views: 2479

No Fluid to Rear Brakes

My car is an auto turbo built in 1991.
The local garage is trying to service it for an MOT.
One of the problems they've come across, is there is no fluid feed to the rear brakes.
Has anybody any advice / information / whatever, please?
Could it be something to do with the dreaded Teves unit?
by yorkievolvo
Tue Aug 23, 2022 3:36 pm
Forum: Engine (20)
Topic: Replacement (?) Rear Silencer
Replies: 11
Views: 3121

Re: Replacement (?) Rear Silencer

I've ordered the cheapest item (it only needs to last a year or so).
As my garage is only a 'parking' one, the local garage will be asked to install it.
I'll let you know how much cussin was involved.
Thanks.
by yorkievolvo
Tue Aug 23, 2022 9:10 am
Forum: Engine (20)
Topic: Replacement (?) Rear Silencer
Replies: 11
Views: 3121

Re: Replacement (?) Rear Silencer

Thanks jifflemon.
Your last post was most illuminating.
I had checked all the places you indicated.
However, whenever I performed the 'comparability' check, all returned as 'Not suitable for a turbo (or words to that effect).
by yorkievolvo
Mon Aug 22, 2022 7:37 pm
Forum: Engine (20)
Topic: Replacement (?) Rear Silencer
Replies: 11
Views: 3121

Replacement (?) Rear Silencer

My Robou’d 480 turbo auto failed the MOT on several counts which I'm working through. One I thought easy to fix was a corroded exhaust rear silencer. However, after spending hours trawling the Internet, I’ve come to the conclusion that such an item is unobtainium, so I’m considering installing a bas...
by yorkievolvo
Thu Aug 18, 2022 6:45 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Parts Book
Replies: 2
Views: 2346

Re: Parts Book

malkontent,
thanks very much for the info.
by yorkievolvo
Wed Aug 17, 2022 12:47 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Parts Book
Replies: 2
Views: 2346

Parts Book

My 480 has a turbo engine
In the Partsbook, entries for turbo engines appear such as:
(3344009) and P/No.9031154-9 and TURBO, ENG -14055.
Can anybody tell me what the -14055 means or refers to?
If it is a Serial No., where do I find it?
In anticipation: Thanks.
by yorkievolvo
Sun Apr 24, 2022 5:24 pm
Forum: The Wastegate (Off Topic)
Topic: Baby inbound!
Replies: 32
Views: 13374

Re: Baby inbound!

Well… there is still a spare seat in the back for another.
And space behind the back seats for several more!
Congratulations Rachel & James.
by yorkievolvo
Mon Apr 04, 2022 7:00 pm
Forum: Cars For Sale / Wanted
Topic: 1995 Celebration £300
Replies: 12
Views: 5370

Re: 1995 Celebration £300

As the market would say "just business, my boy".
by yorkievolvo
Wed Mar 16, 2022 12:59 pm
Forum: Parts, Accessories & Brochures
Topic: For Sale : Leather Back Side
Replies: 1
Views: 1232

Re: For Sale : Leather Back Side

Not the picture I was expecting, when I read the heading.
by yorkievolvo
Sun Feb 06, 2022 4:57 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: DRL/Parking Light Bulbs
Replies: 4
Views: 1404

Re: DRL/Parking Light Bulbs

Thanks Jeff.
2x 21/4 LED ordered.