Miraz Posted November 15, 2001 Share Posted November 15, 2001 I appear to have two holes in the plate that secures the steering column to the firewall bulkhead. Are there any bolts or rivets that are supposed to go through these holes, or should I just bung them up with sealant? Miraz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Flatters Posted November 15, 2001 Share Posted November 15, 2001 Yep! There should be a bolt in each hole. Steve Mell PTM 88 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miraz Posted November 15, 2001 Author Share Posted November 15, 2001 Thanks Another one for the list of last minute fixes... Miraz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WILL FLY Posted November 16, 2001 Share Posted November 16, 2001 If you get stuck, look at the build diary on my website or Rob Margel's here See willfly.net for more info. If you don't spin you ain't trying smile.gif Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miraz Posted November 16, 2001 Author Share Posted November 16, 2001 I took it out for a quick test blat this afternoon and I'm still wearing a huge grin. The diff seems a little clunky, but that's probably just because I'm not used to the LSD yet. There is also a funny rattle that sounds like it is coming from the transmission/clutch - I suspect it might be the top of the d/s tower, should have time to track it down over the weekend. Miraz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WILL FLY Posted November 16, 2001 Share Posted November 16, 2001 Make sure the spark plug cover isn't loose on the engine, when these vibrate it souds just like a gearbox rattle. See willfly.net for more info. If you don't spin you ain't trying smile.gif Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miraz Posted November 16, 2001 Author Share Posted November 16, 2001 Checked it already - and mines a nasty plastic cover...the rattle goes away if I dip the clutch... Miraz (still grinning - running this thing in properly is going to be soooo hard) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EFA Posted November 17, 2001 Share Posted November 17, 2001 Release bearing. Get used to it unless you want to pull the engine out! Fat Arn The NOW PROVEN R500 Eaterid=red> See the Lotus Seven Club 4 Counties Area Website hereid=green> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex Wong1697456877 Posted November 17, 2001 Share Posted November 17, 2001 They all do that Sir. - The release bearing and the diff clunkyness. Congrats, by the way!!!! Edited by - Alex Wong on 17 Nov 2001 00:29:16 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miraz Posted November 17, 2001 Author Share Posted November 17, 2001 Thanks Alex I guess I'll have to get used to it - first real run will be from here (Bucks) to Gillingham on Monday, so I need to make sure that nothing is going to break. I've already managed to upset one of my neighbours by chasing his scooby through one of the twisty lanes leading back to the village. He stopped by to tell me that he usually left other cars for dead on his route home, and was surprised to learn that I was still running in - revs well below 4k, less than 1/3 throttle. 38 miles on the clock and counting... The other area of concern is the rear brakes - they feel a whole lot less effective than I was hoping for, I suspect that I may have been supplied the wrong pads - I have the uprated front setup. I'd like to get the right pads installed before the drive to Kent so they have a chance to bed in properly. Any recommendations as to what I should be looking for? Miraz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHRIS CLARK Posted November 17, 2001 Share Posted November 17, 2001 Arnie, Yes I used to think it was the release bearing, but it runs against the pressure plate 'tangs' all the time. It's the first motion shaft causing the noise. My 'new' six speed is worse than the five, but the sound is only really heard in the car. Very little outside noise due to exhaust, induction etc! PS This was a discussion point at a recent Norf Kent meeting and I was amazed how many people thought the sound was almost unique to their car! Lots of 'em dip the clutch at red lights to stop the rattle!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex Wong1697456877 Posted November 17, 2001 Share Posted November 17, 2001 It's unusual to get inadequate rear braking. I use standard rear pads in standard rear brakes, with EBC red stuff and AP 4 pot front brakes. I'd try rebleeding the system and give the pads a chance to bed in. Also, make sure the pads are fitted properly. I've reassembled them before, only to find the inside pad is at an angle. Not sure how but it can be done! Alex Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miraz Posted November 17, 2001 Author Share Posted November 17, 2001 Can't see anything wrong with the rear brakes after taking them apart, guess they might need some more bedding in - either that or I have too much grip with the rear tyres - apparently this is a design fault amongst SV owners.teeth.gif I think everything is now ready for Monday.... Pic 1 Pic 2 Pic 3 Pic 4 Pic 5 Miraz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grim Reaper Posted November 18, 2001 Share Posted November 18, 2001 Will the side repeaters pass SVA? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miraz Posted November 18, 2001 Author Share Posted November 18, 2001 I hope so - I checked that they had all of the relevant approval marks on them, and they comply with the visibility regs. Miraz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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