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Post by tigerade on Jul 21, 2014 6:57:52 GMT -5
What cable are you using now paul? I take it your running a pinto with a type 9 gearbox?
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Post by Paul on Jul 21, 2014 9:42:09 GMT -5
The cable was made to measure by Cabletech (good company), who are upset it's broken. Yes, it's a Type 9 5 speed. I don't know whether the cable should be off a Sierra, Escort, or Capri... So it's back to CableTech.....and a check by ChesterSportscars. Graham has also advised I get a couple of throttle cables off him...fingers crossed, fellas...
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Post by clive1 on Jul 21, 2014 13:05:00 GMT -5
Hi Paul, I hope you get it all sorted, did it snap in the same place as last time? and did you manage to get it M-O-T? I did a oil & filter change on mine today ready for all those breathtaking miles. fingers crossed for yours. Clive.
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Post by clive1 on Jul 21, 2014 13:39:49 GMT -5
Just a thought does anybody own a tow rope, it might be a valuable extra to take with us  Clive. |
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Post by Paul on Jul 21, 2014 14:32:54 GMT -5
I had set aside Weds to change oil, water, check tyre pressures, get tools into support car, etc...
My clutch cable not yet ready, and my handbrake needs adjusting on the rear disc conversion to pass the MOT. Lights adjusted fine..no other issues.
I just need reassurance on my clutch cable, and will get it checked by Graham at C /Sportscars. He also suggests I get a few spare throttle cables off him....
If all goes well, and I can be reassured about what was wrong, and why...I'll test it again....and keep every part of my anatomy crossed.
Talk about lastminute.com
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Post by chrism on Jul 21, 2014 14:48:28 GMT -5
I replaced my clutch cable when I bought the car, it felt like it was catching. I think the choice was a standard Sierra or a Cosworth, I think I bought the Cosworth as it was supposed to be slightly longer than the Sierra one. All been fine since.
Where is it breaking Paul? Quadrant end, gearbox end or somewhere between the two?
C
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Post by Paul on Jul 21, 2014 15:13:56 GMT -5
Quadrant end, Chris. I had a fairly new standard Sierra one, which snapped on the way back from Cholmondeley POP...replaced by tailor-made one from CableTech...which snapped on Sunday. Going to try standard Sierra one again......maybe the Cosworth one would then be worth trying when this bugger snaps.. Getting depressed about it, as I can't see any reason for this..the fitting and curve were perfect...on a floor mounted system, it didn't have to go near the exhaust, and was not chafing, bent, kinked, or badly fitted.
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Post by chrism on Jul 21, 2014 15:20:46 GMT -5
Mine is a top mounted pedal set so maybe the issues are different
Stupid question but is the cable in line with the quadrant, it's not a case of the 'wearing' as it has to move slightly side to side to line up with the groove in the quadrant is it?
Or is the quadrant not working properly and trying to over tighten the cable?
Good luck, sure you will get to the root of the problem in the end......
C
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Post by tigerade on Jul 21, 2014 15:42:41 GMT -5
Is it Wednesday your all having pub meet then?
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Post by clive1 on Jul 21, 2014 15:48:18 GMT -5
Hi Ade, yes this wednesday 7-30pm at the Cabbage patch, or something like that. Clive.
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Post by tigerade on Jul 21, 2014 16:26:33 GMT -5
Well I hope to be there, all depends on what time this seatbelt is delivered and when I've finished putting it back in the seat etc.
The Mrs's won't be happy if she cant have her car back and no roof down in this weather.
Like I say, free all day Tuesday.
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Post by tiger6trev (T.C) on Jul 21, 2014 16:31:24 GMT -5
Clive I have a tow rope for you and Paul I have a spare throttle cable witch I was going to bring along so don't worry about that one Take a spare clutch cable though I'm sure if you don't use it someone else will..LOL# No issues on mine so far from my costly leak, went out tonight to meet Steve at Lymm services for a clandestine swap His head lights I picked up for him and .................................wait for it..................................... WE now have a new Gazebo Whoop Whoop....... might put it up in the car park on Wednesday  Trev. |
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Post by Paul on Jul 21, 2014 16:52:19 GMT -5
Oh sweet lord...I really will bring a film camera this time..watching several grown men trying to erect a gazebo will be akin to watching a cat beg for its supper...impossible
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Post by tooly on Jul 22, 2014 4:33:14 GMT -5
Better let the Cabbage know they may want to sell tickets !
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Post by tiger6trev (T.C) on Jul 23, 2014 2:02:07 GMT -5
See you all tonight 7.30
Trev.
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