The 'E' Type Forum

Good point just ordered the hose as well as the spring.
Thx
Eddie

Many thanks. I'll work through all the suggestions and let you know the outcome.

All the best
Eddie

Just guessing but I would check for an intermittent stuck exhaust valve. I would pull off both rocker covers and spin the engine with the coil disconnected (pull the plugs to make it easier on the starter) Get someone to spin the engine while you check for consistant oil feed to each valve and all v...

Many thanks,
Will reset the return spring tension, check clutch free play

RE: Return spring in the pedal box.
Image from strip down....May have missed this. Looks like part of the return spring is broken?

Thanks
Eddie

Hi there , 67 FHC (mid year) I have some clutch slip but wanted to check the clutch release mechanism is working correctly first. I had my son press the clutch pedal while I was under the car. No problem with it fully extending but when he takes his foot off the pedal it is taking a few seconds to r...

Hi Philippe, Would you mind letting us know how this progresses? I need to add new sills to my 67 at some point. Choices of panels- Martin Robey, Hudsons, MM? My interest/Q's... If non MM sills, what were they and how is the fit? How is the sill fit to the bulkhead closing panel- make? Any distortio...

Apologies if not relevant. Hinge panel was flexing under the pressure from the bonnet springs so I added a reinforcing bracket on both sides in 18 gauge.






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Eddie

Just back from a run. Seems to have cured it thx all.
No chance to do emergency stops but can't feel any lag or dragging when I take my foot off the brake for normal driving.

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Eddie

Stripped out air valve. Reaction valve piston was a bit stiff. Moved back and forth by pressing the brake pedal to move it out and pushing in with a rod. Plate in front when I pressed brake pedal to stop it flying out. Added as much rubber grease as possible without completely removing the piston. I...

Thanks Chris and Stuart for the additional tips. I was very liberal with the red rubber grease when I replaced the seals in both cylinders and servo diaphram. I'll go on to check the reaction valve for sticking. On the plus side both cylinders had been previously re-lined, along with the front calip...

Many thanks Chris. Will do.
Air valve filter is new so one less item

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Eddie

Hi, Just picked up the 67 FHC from long term storage yesterday (rare break in the weather). Car going really well. However, when I braked and then released the pedal there was a 1-2 second delay in feeling the pads retracting. No veering so I presume not a single caliper sticking. Front brakes- new ...

If you can borrow a caster/camber gauge....(I'm in Egham!)
This is how I set the castor and camber. Jacked to level across the car and at the correct ride height
Also Trackrite tracking gauge


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Eddie

Many thanks for the advice and found the lockwire thread too.
Suspension and front brakes rebuilt a few months ago and no issues so good to go with the wiring.

All the best
Eddie

Hi,
Does anyone have an image or two of the original orientation and any advice on adding lockwire to the front caliper bolts.
Please re-direct me if this has been covered before.
Have the spinny tool thing and a coil of wire.

Thanks
Eddie
67 FHC

Hi Chris, Re- the chassis issues. Great idea to have it inspected to gauge the amount of body/chassis issues. Obviously better if you can keep costs down by doing as much yourself as possible. Even just stripping off the old underseal would keep chassis costs down and be easier to gauge the work req...

I went with Rust Buster brand 2 pack semigloss chassis paint. Good finish. Quite tough and very forgiving when spraying. Goes a long way too.
Used on the heater, splash shields and the ally panels.


Eddie

Hi Simon, Looks great. Glad I could help. Rivnuts look like a great permanent solution. I ditched the front sissy bar and the car looks good enough to run for a couple of years. Its back in storage so I couldn't resist a quick detour in recommissioning a 69 Commando. You can get a real shift on comp...

Thanks all. I now have the info I need.
Really helpful.
Cheers
Eddie

Many thanks for the advice on where to check Layne. Also, I was not sure if I could pull the pan with the engine in.

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Eddie