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by edie_fox
Mon Jul 12, 2021 9:49 pm
Forum: The secret life of a 480 owner...
Topic: 1990 Turbo Auto - VOL 480T
Replies: 170
Views: 44845

Re: 1990 Turbo Auto - VOL 480T

Rear seat back rattling in its slot. Had this in my first 480 - as you describe, it took a lot if finding!! I cured it with a small bit if foam rubber squidged into ot, but wrapping some tape round the lug that sticks out into the slot might work... David Unfortunately, the relief was short lived. ...
by edie_fox
Sun Jul 11, 2021 6:12 am
Forum: The secret life of a 480 owner...
Topic: Rescue car: R6 - our first GT
Replies: 104
Views: 44085

Re: Rescue car: R6 - our first GT

"This coal won't clean itself" I think Jeff has posted many before photos but I took a couple to add: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/AM-JKLWjcaGvr1thZ_uD4fWTq6pyBeBI-HqkkrrzNGj8AuDmT9BZm0SKGStbwFZ6O3LUAAkEmkH37CzCKPdeFMMsdefxJC7jEhF2ii5D-2jiEpHY_Wj8HwX6k0N_-j3aKaCSuC61n6ri6OlmRB4181r4iBDt=w812...
by edie_fox
Sun Jul 11, 2021 5:57 am
Forum: The secret life of a 480 owner...
Topic: 1990 Turbo Auto - VOL 480T
Replies: 170
Views: 44845

Re: 1990 Turbo Auto - VOL 480T

The rattle needed more checking out. It was driving me mad. So, off the the 480 sanctuary it was. Here's poor Jeff having to take it all apart after a test run to show him the noise. https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/AM-JKLV0lB2dStW-PKePY2H2GEua-mz1uwWiEagcvAnHoRK0_z_Hr2TOHnbd6o_U4EMQXpluS4nvtA1u...
by edie_fox
Tue Jul 06, 2021 10:32 am
Forum: Cars For Sale / Wanted
Topic: Wanted: R6 - GT Parts
Replies: 7
Views: 1443

Re: Wanted: R6 - GT Parts

I’ve got that radio that came out of mine. Think it’s VC-706?… at a guess. Radio works but tapes play distorted.

Any good? Too old?
by edie_fox
Mon Jul 05, 2021 11:49 am
Forum: Cars For Sale / Wanted
Topic: Clean Celeb for sale (#21/480)
Replies: 2
Views: 1102

Re: Clean Celeb for sale (#21/480)

Marked as sold already.
by edie_fox
Sat Jul 03, 2021 7:07 pm
Forum: The secret life of a 480 owner...
Topic: 1990 Turbo Auto - VOL 480T
Replies: 170
Views: 44845

Re: 1990 Turbo Auto - VOL 480T

Up at 5:30am today to go to Baston Car and Bike Show at Grimsthorpe Castle. Much more of a free for all instead of just a classics show which I think worked well and there was plenty to see. It did rain mid morning but it soon cleared up. As usual, I only had one person chat to me for about 5 second...
by edie_fox
Tue Jun 29, 2021 7:54 pm
Forum: The secret life of a 480 owner...
Topic: 1990 Turbo Auto - VOL 480T
Replies: 170
Views: 44845

Re: 1990 Turbo Auto - VOL 480T

New name for the old boy :D https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/AM-JKLVlztwhvujWr27zkLZP4IXIgxo1V-Dt9OOdQP3p1FQV8nVb9MHfib-2rjai75E5-B9idu8xXz_bmL7oyUghp5TGm_5IuNzaXBkdYQNj3zgVcLoyJE3parXlZJrVQTOWby7jyrkRAIY_JNZWtX1PE3LH=w812-h609-no Re: the rattle, I'm going to do what all fed up 480ers do. "I'm t...
by edie_fox
Wed Jun 23, 2021 9:44 am
Forum: The secret life of a 480 owner...
Topic: 1990 Turbo Auto - VOL 480T
Replies: 170
Views: 44845

Re: 1990 Turbo Auto - VOL 480T

Thanks guys. I’ll have to see if I can pop back and see him soon.

Armed with more forum print outs! :lol:
by edie_fox
Wed Jun 23, 2021 5:36 am
Forum: The secret life of a 480 owner...
Topic: 1990 Turbo Auto - VOL 480T
Replies: 170
Views: 44845

Re: 1990 Turbo Auto - VOL 480T

Not really sure but there is a particular brand of rear shock absorbers that has the hole in the bush too large and causes knocking. Did you have the rear shock absorbers replaced? Luckily they are the easiest part of the suspension to replace if they are responsible. Hi James Yes, I had B4s all ar...
by edie_fox
Tue Jun 22, 2021 9:21 pm
Forum: The secret life of a 480 owner...
Topic: 1990 Turbo Auto - VOL 480T
Replies: 170
Views: 44845

Re: 1990 Turbo Auto - VOL 480T

Has anyone experienced this particular rattle before? It’s coming from NSR. It started after everything was replaced/refurbed in January but he couldn’t find anything wrong when it went back for discs/pads etc in April. It’s only apparent when driving on newly resurfaced roads or bad roads! It’s dri...
by edie_fox
Wed Jun 16, 2021 8:18 pm
Forum: The Wastegate (Off Topic)
Topic: Your Input Required: What to Look For Buying a 480.
Replies: 21
Views: 6851

Re: Your Input Required: What to Look For Buying a 480.

Thanks :D

I will try and write up a full list of what I’ll cover the next time he’s out and I can do a walk around (unlikely until next sunshine judging by the forecast!) then I’ll pop it on here and people can chip in with anything they think I’ve missed.
by edie_fox
Tue Jun 15, 2021 9:29 am
Forum: Meetings
Topic: Hampshire-Lincolnshire Meet 7th - 8th Aug 21
Replies: 43
Views: 10793

Re: Hampshire-Lincolnshire Meet 7th - 8th Aug 21

I was awaiting a response from TL and since then that room has shot up more than £20….. so, being tight (and for those just as penny pinching as I), the Upton Way one is cheaper at the moment and only 4 miles away! Haha. So, we’re booked in there and will join on the Sunday morning at Wooten for bre...
by edie_fox
Tue Jun 15, 2021 9:26 am
Forum: The Wastegate (Off Topic)
Topic: Your Input Required: What to Look For Buying a 480.
Replies: 21
Views: 6851

Re: Your Input Required: What to Look For Buying a 480.

Haha, I know it’s a huge topic for all of us!

Yes, perhaps a good idea to create separate videos 👍🏼

Thank you all already!
by edie_fox
Tue Jun 15, 2021 8:21 am
Forum: Cars For Sale / Wanted
Topic: Rough turbo on ebay
Replies: 8
Views: 1692

Re: Rough turbo on ebay

jifflemon wrote:
Tue Jun 15, 2021 8:15 am
Thank the lord!
Hahahaha. :rofl:
by edie_fox
Tue Jun 15, 2021 8:10 am
Forum: The Wastegate (Off Topic)
Topic: Your Input Required: What to Look For Buying a 480.
Replies: 21
Views: 6851

Your Input Required: What to Look For Buying a 480.

Hi All :D So, since I’ve had this 480 I’ve been wanting to make a video to help people looking to get into 480 ownership. I’ve put it off and put it off as I never get to the point of collating all of the info so, here I am and I’d love your input. Credit will be given to the forum and members as we...
by edie_fox
Sun Jun 13, 2021 12:15 pm
Forum: Cars For Sale / Wanted
Topic: Rough turbo on ebay
Replies: 8
Views: 1692

Re: Rough turbo on ebay

“Only 12 left”, kids. Quiiiiick!
Always with the HML. :lol:
by edie_fox
Sun Jun 13, 2021 8:26 am
Forum: Body and Interior (80)
Topic: What Machine(s) Do You Use for Cleaning Carpets etc?
Replies: 7
Views: 2576

Re: What Machine(s) Do You Use for Cleaning Carpets etc?

Hi Martin Upholstery wise, I recently bought a Bissel Spot Clean from Currys as there was an offer on. Of course, that may be too expensive if you’re not going to use it a lot. You can hire the Rug Doctor machines with small attachments from Tesco for about £22+ shampoo for the day. I have used the ...
by edie_fox
Sat Jun 12, 2021 1:23 pm
Forum: The secret life of a 480 owner...
Topic: 1990 Turbo Auto - VOL 480T
Replies: 170
Views: 44845

Re: 1990 Turbo Auto - VOL 480T

dragonflyjewels wrote:
Sat Jun 12, 2021 11:38 am
Well done !! All the hard work paying off.😆😆
Yes! Feels nice to know it's at a good point and reliable of late.
by edie_fox
Sat Jun 12, 2021 9:27 am
Forum: The secret life of a 480 owner...
Topic: 1990 Turbo Auto - VOL 480T
Replies: 170
Views: 44845

Re: 1990 Turbo Auto - VOL 480T

Passed MOT this morning! Got his new summer anniversary date now. No more forcing him out when the weather is awful. He was only in about 30 minutes so all must have been well! https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/ACtC-3eklMOyhINTBMY5xmB2_7OhwX3oWQzsdeQtOad5_RvtmAgnoVgQd7rPFKN2POZ4PKPcvwBmIUsIs6JAtg...
by edie_fox
Fri Jun 11, 2021 5:43 am
Forum: The secret life of a 480 owner...
Topic: Rescue Car: R3
Replies: 144
Views: 176951

Re: Rescue Car: R3

Well done!

Look forward to seeing it all back together and clean. A great colour and whoever gets it really will be lucky it’s had so many jobs done properly so they can enjoy it without too many headaches along the way. 🙂