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  1. Stiff steering - Mk3 Spit

    in Chassis, Suspension & Steering

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    Its like this even with the front wheels off the ground? It could be a few things but one possibility is a worn steering rack that has been compensated for in the middle (most worn bit) which then makes it tight at the non worn outer ends. Its easy to check as you repeat the test but with the rack centre tensioning nut undone a few turns to release the pressure and then see if steering is easier. If not the problem is elsewhere...

  4. Always something, engine cutting etc.

    in Electrical System

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    7 hours ago, 68vitesse said:

    Thanks for the replies, as said no changes, not even petrol, since runs prior to holiday, not had a chance to check anything yet. Have a complete distributor to exchange with existing one to bypass electronic ignition and a spare coil so this might be my first port of call rather than strip the carburettors.

    Might take of rocker gear to see how well valve bounce using a plastic hammer, decisions decisions.

    Many thanks

    Paul.

    If it is a valve it'll be temperature related so need to whip the cover off as soon as it does it to then run and inspect...

  17. Gearbox reverse stop pin.

    in Gearbox & Overdrive

    Posted

    Hi Brett, have you downloaded the free manuals from vitessesteve.co.uk as these have a great drawing of how its supposed to be set up (all earlier Spitfires, Heralds and Vitesse/GT6 have the same). However the linkage also has a large affect on gear selection so have you checked all its bushes as these dont last long...

  20. Fuel pump repair

    in Fuel System

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    48 minutes ago, cliff.b said:

    Unlike all the earlier engines the later 1500 had a thick spacing washer between the fuel pump and the block which I believe was to reduce heat transfer. Not sure how hot it gets through. Perhaps worth investigating.

    Can anyone confirm if the original pump for this engine had screwed in pipework, like the earlier cars, or if it was always like the modern replacement pumps?

    Canleys original drawing show plumbed in pipes in the pump. If using a non standard pump with screwed connections you would have to be careful that its operating arm is correct as these vary between car types.

    I see theres very little meat on Cliffs pump, especially the inlet, to start tapping for a threaded connection😞

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