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by Red Wedge
Thu Dec 18, 2014 5:12 pm
Forum: Spotted
Topic: P**FOC Swindon
Replies: 1
Views: 480

P**FOC Swindon

Spotted driving past the new Morrisons at Regents circus in town.

Anyone on here?

**** MOD EDIT**** re reg number
by Red Wedge
Wed Dec 03, 2014 11:24 am
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Running rich after new exhaust install
Replies: 2
Views: 963

Re: Running rich after new exhaust install

They had a poke around to look for the source of an oil leak but no other work was done on the engine.

I'll check all the sensors when I get home tonight.

Thanks mate.
by Red Wedge
Wed Dec 03, 2014 8:59 am
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Running rich after new exhaust install
Replies: 2
Views: 963

Running rich after new exhaust install

I've recently had a mongoose exhaust fitted by my friendly local garage and the car has been running really rich ever since it came back. You can smell how much it's over fueling and my economy has dropped right off, having been decent prior to that. Any suggestions on where to check first? I'm at a...
by Red Wedge
Tue Dec 02, 2014 3:28 pm
Forum: Spotted
Topic: red MK1
Replies: 1
Views: 480

Re: red MK1

That's me. Only just seen this as I don't check this sub forum that often! I appreciate the tidy comment but sadly she's a little tired in terms of body work. I've spent a fair amount in getting the shell and suspension back up to spec but it's a long way off where I want it to be. It's nice to know...
by Red Wedge
Wed Nov 05, 2014 10:30 am
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Clutch pedal sticking
Replies: 16
Views: 4376

Re: Clutch pedal sticking

The reservoir is under the plastic cowling that's used to cover the fuse box etc so you need to remove that to get at it.
by Red Wedge
Tue Apr 29, 2014 6:27 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Drop link removal and other MOT fun and games.
Replies: 7
Views: 905

Re: Drop link removal and other MOT fun and games.

Did as suggested and dropped the shock from its top mount then ground/cut the nut off.

Now I need to replace the wing and sill on one side, I found this site: http://www.mr2mk1sills.co.uk/

Has anyone used them before?
by Red Wedge
Tue Apr 22, 2014 6:38 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Drop link removal and other MOT fun and games.
Replies: 7
Views: 905

Re: Drop link removal and other MOT fun and games.

That's the thing with the handbrake, it doesn't need to be pulled all the way to the extent of its travel to work. Might just need a minor adjustment as I recently changed the rear calipers. As for the drop links, it's the top nut that is giving me problems so no danger of damaging the roll bar itse...
by Red Wedge
Tue Apr 22, 2014 5:56 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Drop link removal and other MOT fun and games.
Replies: 7
Views: 905

Drop link removal and other MOT fun and games.

Hi all, Apologies if this has been discussed before but a search didn't turn up much that was useful. Anyway, it failed it's MOT on 2 drop links so I thought it best to just replace all four along with the ARB bushes. The problem is I am having a hard time getting the top nuts undone on the front on...
by Red Wedge
Thu Mar 27, 2014 10:25 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Reg/licence plate bracket
Replies: 11
Views: 916

Re: Reg/licence plate bracket

I'll have to give this a go.

Might go for tape AND screws/bolts for double safety.
by Red Wedge
Wed Mar 26, 2014 11:26 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Reg/licence plate bracket
Replies: 11
Views: 916

Re: Reg/licence plate bracket

I might have to get some of this tape as a stop gap.

What engine is it btw?
by Red Wedge
Wed Mar 26, 2014 8:02 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Reg/licence plate bracket
Replies: 11
Views: 916

Re: Reg/licence plate bracket

I like your style :D

How do you get it to stay like that?

Also, that engine is all kinds of nice 8)
by Red Wedge
Wed Mar 26, 2014 3:15 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Reg/licence plate bracket
Replies: 11
Views: 916

Reg/licence plate bracket

Hi all, My licence plate has come away from its mounting after the two L brackets rusted to the point of no return. Luckily I've still got the plate but I've been told by my local dealer that the metal bit that fixes to the nose piece/bumper is discontinued. Is there an alternative? I need to get th...
by Red Wedge
Mon Dec 09, 2013 6:29 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Air intake upgrade?
Replies: 12
Views: 1282

Re: Air intake upgrade?

Sorry to bump an old thread but it saves me starting a new one and this is a relevant question. What is the diameter of the inlet on the plenum? I want to get some silicone hosing to fit a K&N cone filter I've bought and want to make sure I get the right diameter. Also, is there an ideal length ...
by Red Wedge
Thu Nov 28, 2013 10:57 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Cam cover gasket replacement.
Replies: 7
Views: 691

Re: Cam cover gasket replacement.

I've already got the gaskets but they're not OEM :(

Is there a big difference in quality?
by Red Wedge
Thu Nov 28, 2013 7:00 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Cam cover gasket replacement.
Replies: 7
Views: 691

Re: Cam cover gasket replacement.

One last question. Is it worth using gasket sealant or is just replacing the failed gasket enough without going overboard?
by Red Wedge
Mon Nov 25, 2013 9:12 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Cam cover gasket replacement.
Replies: 7
Views: 691

Re: Cam cover gasket replacement.

Good tip.

Can I get replacements for these and is it worth replacing them?
by Red Wedge
Mon Nov 25, 2013 7:36 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Cam cover gasket replacement.
Replies: 7
Views: 691

Cam cover gasket replacement.

I need to tackle changing my leaky cam cover gasket and just wanted to be fully prepared before doing so.

Are there any hidden horrors or issues I may run into while doing it or is it as simple as removing the cam cover, throttle bracket and cam belt cover to get at it?
by Red Wedge
Mon Nov 18, 2013 6:38 pm
Forum: Spotted
Topic: Red H reg mk2, Bristol Street car park in Swindon
Replies: 0
Views: 265

Red H reg mk2, Bristol Street car park in Swindon

You were leaving the car park today at around 5:15. Exhaust sounds good.

Anyone on here?
by Red Wedge
Wed Nov 13, 2013 6:33 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: Elise Back Box
Replies: 29
Views: 2361

Re: Elise Back Box

Is there any improvement on fitting this over a standard Mk1 other than a different exhaust note?
by Red Wedge
Tue Nov 12, 2013 7:29 pm
Forum: MR2 MK1 1984-1989 NA & SC
Topic: My supercharged Panda thread!
Replies: 27
Views: 3329

Re: My supercharged Panda thread!

Lovely looking car mate, I am jealous of those wheels!

Seems to be very tidy, have you had it long?

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