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by Alan 480
Tue Jan 09, 2024 9:42 am
Forum: Engine (20)
Topic: leaking coolant from Methalic T
Replies: 6
Views: 11260

Re: leaking coolant from Methalic T

If the 'glue' doesn't hold then maybe just cut off the TEE (as far away from block as feasible) and add a short section of rubber hose onto the pressed in piece, then a new TEE ? I've found that 22 & 15mm copper fittings work quite well , especially those with the 'solder ring' as it helps keep the ...
by Alan 480
Wed Dec 27, 2023 5:56 pm
Forum: Wheel suspension and Steering (60)
Topic: Power Steering Fluid spec
Replies: 4
Views: 12944

Re: Power Steering Fluid spec

ruddy difficult access so had to 'splash the cash' for these 1/2" drive 17mm hex, not sure why I'd need a bi-hex as the hex was solid with a 10" extension to make sure held straight onto fitting, and to be honest not too tight :-) for information 16mm thread into the rack with olives onto the pipe. ...
by Alan 480
Thu Dec 21, 2023 4:05 pm
Forum: Wheel suspension and Steering (60)
Topic: Power Steering Fluid spec
Replies: 4
Views: 12944

Re: Power Steering Fluid spec

Yep i'm with you Alan, nothing fancy Dexron-III. Unlike transmissions where they may be sensitive to types, I think any old red ATF will do for PAS. Grade "F" dates back to the 90's, so 30+ years entirely possible if its been stored OK. Good luck, its a messy old job. Many thanks, confirmed my thou...
by Alan 480
Thu Dec 21, 2023 12:16 pm
Forum: Wheel suspension and Steering (60)
Topic: Power Steering Fluid spec
Replies: 4
Views: 12944

Power Steering Fluid spec

I am changing (or attempting) to change the pipes on the power steering, once I wrangle the fittings off, wish I'd tried last week rather than this week as the fittings are 'difficult to access' with a normal spanner or even a shortened ring with a slot cut into it to go over the steel pipe :cry: Th...
by Alan 480
Wed Dec 20, 2023 12:02 pm
Forum: Parts, Accessories & Brochures
Topic: 400 series tow mirror accessory
Replies: 3
Views: 9771

Re: 400 series tow mirror accessory

aye but does the window wind up ? ?? :wink:
by Alan 480
Sun Dec 17, 2023 7:08 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Any suggestions?
Replies: 7
Views: 20425

Re: Any suggestions on insurance??

Saying that, many classic car policies don't recognise a discount via an NCB anyway. The 480 will be surprisingly cheap on a dedicated classic car policy and the the lack of an NCB will be soon forgotten. I have the SS1 on an historic policy which allowed me to travel to and from work, but NOT busi...
by Alan 480
Fri Dec 15, 2023 7:14 pm
Forum: Body and Interior (80)
Topic: Late Bumper Stripes?
Replies: 6
Views: 23285

Re: Late Bumper Stripes?

Yep, they’re standard. They are anti-vibration pads to stop the nose cone chafing the bumper. I think there should be some more by the indicators. They fall off in time, or the bumper gets painted and they never get restored. I have used some gel blobs for kitchen cupboard doors. The little self ad...
by Alan 480
Thu Dec 07, 2023 5:54 pm
Forum: General Discussions
Topic: Any C30 owners?
Replies: 10
Views: 12282

Re: Any C30 owners?

I can confess to having a wine 480 & a black C30, but only an 1800 :-(
by Alan 480
Wed Nov 22, 2023 11:14 am
Forum: Electrical system (30)
Topic: Heated seat wiring
Replies: 6
Views: 13584

Re: Heated seat wiring

The seat is is unweildy so I prefer to split to before removal. If you wind the backrest back, you will see two roll pins that are the hinge-- they are only held in with a Terry pin. Then you can take the backrest out, test that for resistance; then take the base out and work on it in a more manage...
by Alan 480
Mon Nov 06, 2023 6:59 pm
Forum: Body and Interior (80)
Topic: Missaligned bonnet.
Replies: 8
Views: 13913

Re: Missaligned bonnet.

Yes, it is a LHD. Surely it can improve lowering down the wiper spindles(lowering the whole part) 1mm or 2mm, no much more as they are already very close to the bottom plastic. But it means a lot of work for a little improvement. I can live with that, I was curious if it was only my car or a few ex...
by Alan 480
Sun Nov 05, 2023 6:43 pm
Forum: Howto manuals
Topic: Brake caliper refurbishment
Replies: 9
Views: 12251

Re: Brake caliper refurbishment

Excellent write up as usual, TBH for the outer seal/dust cover I normally fit it after I've fitted the inner seal and pushed in the piston, I guess depends on clearance and how easy fiddly it is to flip it over? The problem is getting the out seal lip to tuck in - If google images was playing ball,...
by Alan 480
Sun Nov 05, 2023 6:39 pm
Forum: Wheel suspension and Steering (60)
Topic: Rear Torque rods
Replies: 24
Views: 30816

Re: Rear Torque rods

only issue now will be removing the old ones, I only ever got one of the four bolts freed when tidying up the bumper etc :( I suspect much cutting /destruction will be in order, angle grinder for slicing open the bushes at wheels and the 'sabre saw' to chop through the rear bolts yep much destructi...
by Alan 480
Sun Nov 05, 2023 6:19 pm
Forum: Howto manuals
Topic: Brake caliper refurbishment
Replies: 9
Views: 12251

Re: Brake caliper refurbishment

Excellent write up as usual,

TBH for the outer seal/dust cover I normally fit it after I've fitted the inner seal and pushed in the piston, I guess depends on clearance and how easy fiddly it is to flip it over?
by Alan 480
Sun Nov 05, 2023 5:45 pm
Forum: Body and Interior (80)
Topic: Missaligned bonnet.
Replies: 8
Views: 13913

Re: Missaligned bonnet.

much juggling 'might' improve things. I assume that there is limited clearance around the wiper spindle? (Left Hand Drive ?) I have same issue on RHS and reduced gap by pulling bonnet forward a little on both sides to allow a little more reduction in height. I think the wiper spindles are 'fixed' fo...
by Alan 480
Fri Nov 03, 2023 3:39 pm
Forum: The secret life of a 480 owner...
Topic: Lily's transformation
Replies: 92
Views: 105851

Re: Lily's transformation

Ah, the joys of fleet management eh? I think a 7mm hex bit (for handbrake adjustment, in case anyone is wondering!). Although I'd have paid good money to watch the reverse tow start.... :shock: I'd edit and suggest a 7mm 'Allen Key' to remove rear calipers A 5mm/4mm 'combo' to do the adjustment , t...
by Alan 480
Mon Oct 30, 2023 4:42 pm
Forum: Power transmission (40)
Topic: Drive seals
Replies: 3
Views: 10001

Re: Drive seals

Hi My 92 480 1.7 is due in for an mot next week I was just checking oil levels etc and noticed the lhs drive shaft is slightly wet, a small oil weep. Are these seals easy enough to get hold 🤔 I've had a quick search and couldn't see any, or are they the same as Renault it being a Renault unit ? It'...
by Alan 480
Mon Oct 30, 2023 4:39 pm
Forum: Power transmission (40)
Topic: Gear linkage / leakage
Replies: 18
Views: 17256

Re: Gear linkage / leakage

Update :hopping: Seems to have fixed the leak from teh gearbox wher eit meets teh drive shaft, I'll live with the wee dribble at the shaft, cos it looks a task and a half to swap the seal for diddly gain? for info the 'thin' discs were the side of a two litre plastic milk bottle so overall maybe 0.6...
by Alan 480
Sun Oct 29, 2023 3:00 pm
Forum: The secret life of a 480 owner...
Topic: My 480s so far!
Replies: 62
Views: 55913

Re: My 480s so far!

Aye, that was the can of worms I reckoned lurking 'within' ruddy difficult when there are two / three layers to get at :( I managed to get teh spot welder to fix the inner section, but had to fold the short 12/15mm bit that goes in towards centre more 'parallel' to get access .. . . but progress any...
by Alan 480
Wed Oct 25, 2023 2:41 pm
Forum: Wheel suspension and Steering (60)
Topic: Rear Torque rods
Replies: 24
Views: 30816

Re: Rear Torque rods

jifflemon wrote:
Wed Oct 25, 2023 1:10 pm
That'll be in the dry season - July 30th :rofl: :rofl:
edited . . .. . . . :shock:
by Alan 480
Wed Oct 25, 2023 10:02 am
Forum: Wheel suspension and Steering (60)
Topic: Rear Torque rods
Replies: 24
Views: 30816

Re: Rear Torque rods

removing the bumper gives the best access. Obviously, this comes with its own issues, but I think you've already battled those! Cheers, but was hoping to 'minimise' removal of parts, ;) it was a real PITA to get the bumper back on with the tow-bar in place, mostly as i cut the VERY minimum from bum...