The 'E' Type Forum

There has been a major breakthrough with the exhaust fume issues with my car :bigrin: Whilst most garages either told me "they all smell so just get over it" or concentrated their investigations on leaks from the engine compartment I remained steadfast that the level of fumes was not normal and that...

Professional tuning using exhaust gas analyser might help although you will only get it as good as original if it is original, with emission control gear, intake temperature control, Stromberg carburettors etc. Better than original by upgrading. Many thanks for your help! The car runs on SU's and, ...

So the boot does extend over the rear haunches to the the cockpit and there are 3 openings into the cockpit (on both sides). Thank you Colin for your input. I have not yet obtained a smoke machine but I have purchased a carbon monoxide meter and discovered some startling and intriguing results! Fro...

I thought the absence of chrome surround is a subtle but attractive deletion. It makes it a bit less Cheshire Cat for me but each to his own

As suggested by many I examined my boot closely and discovered a fair gap at the nearside. So I masked it off with automotive tape and went for a drive. I'd like to say there was a marked difference in fumes but at best it was only marginal

For those of you who have used a smoke machine to investigate leakage of exhaust fumes into the boot, was the power cable/control cable an issue, as presumably these could potentially cause a gap in the boot seal if trapped. Battery operated/remote control models are quite expensive so I was hoping ...

I have posted elsewhere but thought I would introduce myself so that it doesn't look like I'm only here for advice :bigrin: I bought a Series 3 convertible last year through an E-type specialist. Because I am a mechanical numbskull I wanted something that was "fully sorted" although I'm beginning to...

My apologies Geoff. I did redact a few words but didn't like to appear rude. Now that I know it's expected I'll remember for the future

Hi Peter, With the roof up and the windows closed I did not notice a problem. I think the air vents on the later cars maintain a positive cabin pressure in those conditions. Nor did I notice a problem with the roof down, but I have an air screen behind the seats. However with the roof up and either...

Hi Peter, My car is a 74 OTS with a twin fantail that is set as far back as possible so that it is in line with the rear bumper; it also has the fresh air vents. It displayed exactly the symptoms you describe. When I first had it the luggage would reek of exhaust fumes after any length of run. Ther...

Thank you for your input Marek, it is much appreciated :smile: I can't see the gap you mention, which naturally does not mean it is not there in my car. All I can say is that Butlin Classics, who undertook the full restoration of the car and converted it from a fixed-head, have told me that as far a...

The biggest hole in the bodywork is where the convertible roof folds down ahead of the rear wheel arches.... which curve round and are completely open to the boot area.... which has a myriad of small holes at around bumper height at the back of the car.... just above the exhaust fantail. Gases trav...

Hello Raregrin, if you search for “fumes” then in those results for “exhaust” you might find useful information. I hope that might help you find an answer. BTW, please add your name and car type to your signature, it helps people respond politely and relevantly. Geoff Hello Geoff, I have already re...

I have a Series 3 OTS which was converted from a fixed-head, professionally by E-type specialist Butlin Classics. Exhaust fumes are being drawn back into the cabin from the rear. I expect a certain amount from a V12 but this is really bad. There are no leaks as I spent a fortune getting everything s...