M5Greg 83 Posted December 15, 2018 Had a bit of time yesterday so I turned the engine over on the starter without the plugs in just to build the oil pressure up and pull the fuel up from the tank, I then fitted the plugs, ign leads and carb with a temporary clear filter just so I could see if the fuel was getting up. The engine fired up after a couple of tries but the fast idle (choke) needs raising and as there is no water in it I didn't run it for long but it runs so another milestone reached. I had a bit of trouble with the starter as it was getting stuck and dragging with the engine running, the alternator light was on but this could just be the low idle. So I've ordered a starter motor and next up is cooling system then try and bleed the brakes. 1 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beowulf 87 Posted December 15, 2018 All good news Greg! Can't be far away now, should be done for some summer 2019 cruising!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
M5Greg 83 Posted December 15, 2018 17 minutes ago, Beowulf said: All good news Greg! Can't be far away now, should be done for some summer 2019 cruising!! I hope so, the next big thing is the hood and roll bar trim which should get done early in the new year. Just watched episode 7 of ALN, can't wait for 8 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RT 1006 137 Posted December 15, 2018 This car gets better with every picture, that carburettor looks superb. If you're doing the brakes don't be tempted to use anything that pressurises the reservoir, you don't want to risk getting any brake fluid on that paintwork (unless you're using DOT5). I used a Gunson Eezibleed in the summer to do mine, it was utter crap, leaked fluid everywhere. Most people seem to go for the vacuum bleed systems now. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
M5Greg 83 Posted December 15, 2018 2 minutes ago, RT 1006 said: This car gets better with every picture, that carburettor looks superb. If you're doing the brakes don't be tempted to use anything that pressurises the reservoir, you don't want to risk getting any brake fluid on that paintwork (unless you're using DOT5). I used a Gunson Eezibleed in the summer to do mine, it was utter crap, leaked fluid everywhere. Most people seem to go for the vacuum bleed systems now. I spent hours looking at all the different makes and methods, I nearly went for the Gunson's until I read the reviews, they all seem to have had the same trouble as you. I did go for the DOT 5 mainly because I was terrified of spilling the normal stuff, I think I'll try and bleed it the old fashioned way, how did you do your brakes in the end? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RT 1006 137 Posted December 16, 2018 11 hours ago, M5Greg said: I spent hours looking at all the different makes and methods, I nearly went for the Gunson's until I read the reviews, they all seem to have had the same trouble as you. I did go for the DOT 5 mainly because I was terrified of spilling the normal stuff, I think I'll try and bleed it the old fashioned way, how did you do your brakes in the end? I just had to persevere with the Gunson thing as I needed the car on the road the next day. It was a nightmare though as the tyre valve didn't work properly and the reservoir cap wouldn't seal. The principle of operation is fine it's just that the quality of the item is so poor. The one I had was so crap I sent it back and got a refund, I'd never buy another one. The old fashioned way or a good quality (if they exist!) vacuum bleeder is probably going to be best. If you're using DOT5/silicone though then getting it on the paintwork isn't going to be as big a concern as with DOT4. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dave A 17 Posted December 16, 2018 I just read through this for the first time. The transformation is simply staggering! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
M5Greg 83 Posted December 17, 2018 18 hours ago, Dave A said: I just read through this for the first time. The transformation is simply staggering! Thank you Dave, it's very nice of you to say so. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
M5Greg 83 Posted January 14, 2019 I wanted to try and get the car moving so I needed to get the drivers seat in, I changed the 2000E carpet for a standard mk5 one then I gave the seat runners a bit of satin Black before bolting the seat in. Now that the engine is running ok I could top up the transmission fluid and drive it out of the garage for the first time in over 20 years. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deano66 205 Posted January 14, 2019 Looks good mate. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RT 1006 137 Posted January 14, 2019 Looks absolutely superb, some chrome wheel trim rings will set it off nicely Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sheffieldcortinacentre 530 Posted January 14, 2019 Brilliant Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nogE 91 Posted January 15, 2019 I love this ....I am missing some great stuff hear....nice work...👍 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
M5Greg 83 Posted January 15, 2019 19 hours ago, RT 1006 said: Looks absolutely superb, some chrome wheel trim rings will set it off nicely I have got some chrome trim rings which I think finish the wheels off but I hate the way they hold on by gripping into the paint, so I haven't been able to bring myself to do it. How sad is that. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
