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I was thinking about a DIY approach over the winter? From what I can see from my basic research and looking at parts diagrams I need: Remove F1...
Has anyone constructed a parts list for a RHD F1 to manual conversion on a late car? I am starting to think about it.... Dont suppose anyone...
<Farnsworth> Good news everyone... <f/> New plugs did the trick. Also acquired a tin of liqui moly injector cleaner which I will put in next...
Cheers all. I have a set of plugs on the way. The HT leads were replaced maybe 6 years ago ish - they seem in good nick so I think they are ok....
OK both good suggestions cheers. Will a code reader work - I always thought it wasnt possible on the 355? Its a UK car.
I have pulled the plugs. They look about due for replacement. I have ordered a set. If no joy will try fuel injector cleaner - always a bit...
Took the car for a run yesterday and after about 15 mins driving I stopped to take a photo. When I came to a stop I felt the engine wasnt running...
Just thought I would update this thread with what I did recently after my second problem in 3 years with the seat pots. I have no idea if its the...
I dont drive my car in the rain. Or when its too cold... or too hot.... lol. Seriously though, its awesome that you use it as designed.
Yep its RHD. Mitch cheers I meant price not speed :) I dont think I could bring it on myself to track my 355!!
Anyone know how much value it adds to a used car on like for like basis? I am talking about the UK market BTW...
Thanks all I am in Lancashire. I tried a couple of local places last year but none were interested. I might look to try something DIY if I cant...
Seems like the foam in my spider cover is now totally turned to dust. Is there anyone in the UK who can repair this? The only other real...
I like to run my F1 tank so its nearly empty when primed. The system should never leak or use oil. So in theory the tank is just a reserve space...
I guess! I have a feeling someone has done the job before and got the wrong plunger so the contacts were changed but the old plunger went back in...
Done the job today - 20 minutes with the engine out. There was no way I was getting to the lower bolt with the cover on. I found the copper part...
How do you get the heat shield off - which the starter motor bolts are behind? I tried every which way and it wasn't coming out from above or...
Well I am pretty sure the cover has to come off. Which wont come off without removing the exhaust. Thats going to be a bit beyond my abilities...
Doing this today, can I just check I need to remove the clutch heat shield right?
OK cheers!
