Re: [Quantum Owners] Brakes
I have every confidence in Jim's advice on these matters but could I ask for clarification of what was meant when it was said that 'the brakes were very soft and I was getting little braking effort from them. Does soft mean that there was a lot of movement on the pedal? In my experience of master cylinder failures the pedal effort to get the brakes to work gets harder if there is no assistance from the servo. When my local garage tested one of my cars for the MOT they used a test which involved using the brakes two or three times after the engine had been switched off to detect whether there was residual assistance from the servo. Brake bleeding - in my experience this is rarely easy on Quantum's. I have found that what works best for me is to use a pressurised brake bleeding kit that uses air pressure from a spare wheel to feed brake fluid into the system and force any trapped air out. Hope you get sorted soon. Michael -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Quantum Owners Group group. To post to this group, send email to quantumowners@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to quantumowners-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/quantumowners?hl=en IMPORTANT NOTE: All information presented herewith is provided on an As Is basis, without warranty or the implication thereof. Neither the Quantum Owners Club nor the individuals associated with the Quantum Owners Club or in the preparation of the above information shall have any liability to any person or entity with respect to liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by the instructions contained within this or related message(s).
Re: [Quantum Owners] Seats
In a message dated 06/11/2011 16:56:40 GMT Standard Time, jon.jacks...@ntlworld.com writes: unfortunately i live in manchester so think thats a bit too far to go unless you are getting your own back seat re upholstered in leather (no accounting for taste) I would suggest that it would not be very expensive to send the Quantum's rear seat cushion to the upholsterer. Michael -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Quantum Owners Group group. To post to this group, send email to quantumowners@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to quantumowners-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/quantumowners?hl=en IMPORTANT NOTE: All information presented herewith is provided on an As Is basis, without warranty or the implication thereof. Neither the Quantum Owners Club nor the individuals associated with the Quantum Owners Club or in the preparation of the above information shall have any liability to any person or entity with respect to liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by the instructions contained within this or related message(s).
Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Brakes
Such a helpful response thanks so much for your time. I will have a look for tis vent some time this week and will also flush out the brake fluid as im sure it needs doing now anyway. I really want to learn more about the car as i'm going into mechanical engineering so i'm going to brave it and start putting my knowledge to the test because i was a bit worried that i would make things worse. Suppose there is only one way to learn tho! Many Thanks Shaun McSorley On Sun, Nov 6, 2011 at 8:25 PM, TonyV q...@avies.co.uk wrote: Sorry, I wouldn't know how to test for brake fluid contamination, short of taking a sample to a lab which is likely to be prohibitively expensive. Might be worth inquiring if there has been any recent work to the brakes though. My suggestion would be to completely drain the system, flush through thoroughly with the correct fluid, and then re-fit the new master cylinder. It's not a bad idea to replace your brake fluid every few years anyway. Brake fluid will absorb water from the atmosphere, which collects in the system and can cause corrosion. On the AX, we did this, and then changed both rear wheel cylinders, and put new seals in the front calipers. They would probably have failed sooner or later anyway, due to the contamination affecting the seals. But working from an unknown history? Tricky. One other thing I can think of. Some cars (not sure whether this applies to the Fiesta/Quantum) have a tiny vent hole in the brake fluid cap. This is to allow air into the master cylinder, to replace the fluid displaced from the reservoir when the pedal is pushed. (The air gets pushed back out again when the pedal is released and fluid returns to the reservoir - air shouldn't get into the system this way). If the vent hole is blocked, it's possible a slight vacuum in the reservoir might prevent fluid getting into the master cylinder properly. This could cause symptoms like those you're seeing. I can't remember how the Fiesta cap vents, but if it's been fitted with an aftermarket fashion cap, or pattern master cylinder, it may be missing the vent. TonyV. On Nov 6, 7:01 pm, shaun mcsorley shaunmcsor...@gmail.com wrote: thanks soo much for your replys, As i admitted my knowledge isnt the best so can you advise how to check these things? Really appreciate this On Sun, Nov 6, 2011 at 6:32 PM, TonyV q...@avies.co.uk wrote: Possible use of wrong brake fluid, recently or at some point in the past? For example, even a trace of Citroen brake fluid in the system could cause eventual MC seal failure. We found this out the hard way, after we had to change the master cylinder in Louise's old AX several times in a couple of weeks. Turns out the Citroen AX doesn't use Citroen brake fluid. We'd bought a bottle of fluid at the same time as the new Master Cylinder, and recommended by the motor factors. The can of brake fluid just said suitable for most Citroens - no actual application list, so we'd taken his word (and catalogue lookup) that it was the right one. TonyV. On Nov 6, 4:39 pm, Jim Hearne j...@quantums.info wrote: Nothing that i can think of. Why was it replace last time and what makes you think it's going again ? If this is the one that cost you 350 i'd go back and make them replace it. Jim On 06/11/2011 16:33, shaun mcsorley wrote: After having the brake master cylinder changed only a couple months ago and costing fortunes, i'm pretty sure its going again? does anyone know a possible reason that would cause the master cylinder to continuously break? Many Thanks Shaun McSorley -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Quantum Owners Group group. To post to this group, send email to quantumowners@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to quantumowners-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/quantumowners?hl=en IMPORTANT NOTE: All information presented herewith is provided on an As Is basis, without warranty or the implication thereof. Neither the Quantum Owners Club nor the individuals associated with the Quantum Owners Club or in the preparation of the above information shall have any liability to any person or entity with respect to liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by the instructions contained within this or related message(s). -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Quantum Owners Group group. To post to this group, send email to quantumowners@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to quantumowners-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/quantumowners?hl=en IMPORTANT NOTE: All
Re: [Quantum Owners] MK3 Cam tensioner needed
It's just the standard Zetec cam tensioner, your local motor factors should have one. You will probably have bent valves, the pistons are normally ok, they just get a small dent in the top. Though, if the engine was still running you may have been lucky. Jim -- From: steve c s.cr...@hotmail.co.uk Sent: Sunday, November 06, 2011 11:40 AM To: Quantum Owners Group quantumowners@googlegroups.com Subject: [Quantum Owners] MK3 Cam tensioner needed Hi The timing belt tensioner on my 2+2, fitted with a 1.8i DOHC engine has disintegrated. I've therefore looking for a replacement if any one has one, or any help with souring one (suppliers, other cars/engines with same tensioner) I'll try and get a picture and upload it for reference. Cheers StevieCee -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Quantum Owners Group group. To post to this group, send email to quantumowners@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to quantumowners-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/quantumowners?hl=en IMPORTANT NOTE: All information presented herewith is provided on an As Is basis, without warranty or the implication thereof. Neither the Quantum Owners Club nor the individuals associated with the Quantum Owners Club or in the preparation of the above information shall have any liability to any person or entity with respect to liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by the instructions contained within this or related message(s). -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Quantum Owners Group group. To post to this group, send email to quantumowners@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to quantumowners-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/quantumowners?hl=en IMPORTANT NOTE: All information presented herewith is provided on an As Is basis, without warranty or the implication thereof. Neither the Quantum Owners Club nor the individuals associated with the Quantum Owners Club or in the preparation of the above information shall have any liability to any person or entity with respect to liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by the instructions contained within this or related message(s).
Re: [Quantum Owners] Seats
Normally a cr2032, tesco do a twin pack for £3 Mark Miles Manager Bar Square 8 Market Place Wokingham Berkshire RG40 1AL 075 10 20 19 19 From: Russell Willcox russ...@quantum54.freeserve.co.uk To: quantumowners@googlegroups.com Sent: Monday, 7 November 2011, 6:42 Subject: Re: [Quantum Owners] Seats These batteries are very expensive, might even cost a couple of quid ;-) Open the PC look for a watch battery and that is the one. Russell On 06/11/2011 23:07, Gary wrote: Its the battery in his pc so it looses the date. Chuffing annoying as i have to scroll down to delete. GET IT FIXED PLEASE. On 06/11/2011 17:46, Jim Hearne wrote: Hi Jon, I think your PC date is wrong, your messages are dated 2004 ! Jim On 18/05/2004 19:17, jon jackson wrote: 3 years ago he did my daughters boyfriends entire Golf convertible in black leather for around £600 and 12 years ago he did my Dolomite Sprint seats in range rover matl for £250 so I would say a back seat would be about £150 in Leather, but just guessing because it depends on how many seperate hides he uses. His work is top notch though. - Original Message - From: shaun mcsorley To: quantumowners@googlegroups.com Sent: Sunday, November 06, 2011 5:26 PM Subject: Re: [Quantum Owners] Seats unfortunately i live in manchester so think thats a bit too far to go :/ any idea how much a good upholstery would cost roughly? Thanks very much for the recommendation tho! On Tue, May 18, 2004 at 6:41 PM, jon jackson jon.jacks...@ntlworld.com wrote: I know of a superb upholstery guy in Shaldon Devon who is reasonable and very good. If you need him give me a nudge. Cheers Jon - Original Message - From: shaun mcsorley shaunmcsor...@gmail.com To: Quantum Owners Group quantumowners@googlegroups.com Sent: Sunday, November 06, 2011 2:09 AM Subject: [Quantum Owners] Seats Hi everyone I really want to get some new seats for my quantum turbo coupe on a 1.6 fiesta rs. I have seen some nice bucket seats that recline on ebay and am genuinely considering buying them because my recaro seats are not in a good condition. My only issue is, is what to do with the rear seats? as soon as i put some nice new leather seats in the front the back will look very outdated. Does anyone know some nice rear leather seats or can advise me on what to do? not a big fan of seat covers but would consider an upholstery. Thanks in advance Shaun McSorley -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Quantum Owners Group group. To post to this group, send email to quantumowners@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to quantumowners-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/quantumowners?hl=en IMPORTANT NOTE: All information presented herewith is provided on an As Is basis, without warranty or the implication thereof. Neither the Quantum Owners Club nor the individuals associated with the Quantum Owners Club or in the preparation of the above information shall have any liability to any person or entity with respect to liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by the instructions contained within this or related message(s). -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Quantum Owners Group group. To post to this group, send email to quantumowners@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to quantumowners-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/quantumowners?hl=en IMPORTANT NOTE: All information presented herewith is provided on an As Is basis, without warranty or the implication thereof. Neither the Quantum Owners Club nor the individuals associated with the Quantum Owners Club or in the preparation of the above information shall have any liability to any person or entity with respect to liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by the instructions contained within this or related message(s). -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Quantum Owners Group group. To post to this group, send email to quantumowners@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to quantumowners-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/quantumowners?hl=en IMPORTANT NOTE: All information presented
Re: [Quantum Owners] Seats
Ho Ho yes indeed I think one of you guys on here told me what to do to reset it but I have forgotten and have just left it! Cheers Jon - Original Message - From: Jim Hearne To: quantumowners@googlegroups.com Sent: Sunday, November 06, 2011 6:46 PM Subject: Re: [Quantum Owners] Seats Hi Jon, I think your PC date is wrong, your messages are dated 2004 ! Jim On 18/05/2004 19:17, jon jackson wrote: 3 years ago he did my daughters boyfriends entire Golf convertible in black leather for around £600 and 12 years ago he did my Dolomite Sprint seats in range rover matl for £250 so I would say a back seat would be about £150 in Leather, but just guessing because it depends on how many seperate hides he uses. His work is top notch though. - Original Message - From: shaun mcsorley To: quantumowners@googlegroups.com Sent: Sunday, November 06, 2011 5:26 PM Subject: Re: [Quantum Owners] Seats unfortunately i live in manchester so think thats a bit too far to go :/ any idea how much a good upholstery would cost roughly? Thanks very much for the recommendation tho! On Tue, May 18, 2004 at 6:41 PM, jon jackson jon.jacks...@ntlworld.com wrote: I know of a superb upholstery guy in Shaldon Devon who is reasonable and very good. If you need him give me a nudge. Cheers Jon - Original Message - From: shaun mcsorley shaunmcsor...@gmail.com To: Quantum Owners Group quantumowners@googlegroups.com Sent: Sunday, November 06, 2011 2:09 AM Subject: [Quantum Owners] Seats Hi everyone I really want to get some new seats for my quantum turbo coupe on a 1.6 fiesta rs. I have seen some nice bucket seats that recline on ebay and am genuinely considering buying them because my recaro seats are not in a good condition. My only issue is, is what to do with the rear seats? as soon as i put some nice new leather seats in the front the back will look very outdated. Does anyone know some nice rear leather seats or can advise me on what to do? not a big fan of seat covers but would consider an upholstery. Thanks in advance Shaun McSorley -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Quantum Owners Group group. To post to this group, send email to quantumowners@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to quantumowners-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/quantumowners?hl=en IMPORTANT NOTE: All information presented herewith is provided on an As Is basis, without warranty or the implication thereof. Neither the Quantum Owners Club nor the individuals associated with the Quantum Owners Club or in the preparation of the above information shall have any liability to any person or entity with respect to liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by the instructions contained within this or related message(s). -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Quantum Owners Group group. To post to this group, send email to quantumowners@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to quantumowners-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/quantumowners?hl=en IMPORTANT NOTE: All information presented herewith is provided on an As Is basis, without warranty or the implication thereof. Neither the Quantum Owners Club nor the individuals associated with the Quantum Owners Club or in the preparation of the above information shall have any liability to any person or entity with respect to liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by the instructions contained within this or related message(s). -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Quantum Owners Group group. To post to this group, send email to quantumowners@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to quantumowners-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/quantumowners?hl=en IMPORTANT NOTE: All information presented herewith is provided on an As Is basis, without warranty or the implication thereof. Neither the Quantum Owners Club nor the individuals associated with the Quantum Owners Club or in the preparation of the above information shall have any liability to any person or entity with respect to liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by the instructions contained within this or related message(s). -- You received this message
Re: [Quantum Owners] Seats
However after reading that it makes things difficult I will take care of it as Quantum folk seem a nice bunch. Cheers Jon - Original Message - From: jon jackson To: quantumowners@googlegroups.com Sent: Wednesday, May 19, 2004 7:35 PM Subject: Re: [Quantum Owners] Seats Ho Ho yes indeed I think one of you guys on here told me what to do to reset it but I have forgotten and have just left it! Cheers Jon - Original Message - From: Jim Hearne To: quantumowners@googlegroups.com Sent: Sunday, November 06, 2011 6:46 PM Subject: Re: [Quantum Owners] Seats Hi Jon, I think your PC date is wrong, your messages are dated 2004 ! Jim On 18/05/2004 19:17, jon jackson wrote: 3 years ago he did my daughters boyfriends entire Golf convertible in black leather for around £600 and 12 years ago he did my Dolomite Sprint seats in range rover matl for £250 so I would say a back seat would be about £150 in Leather, but just guessing because it depends on how many seperate hides he uses. His work is top notch though. - Original Message - From: shaun mcsorley To: quantumowners@googlegroups.com Sent: Sunday, November 06, 2011 5:26 PM Subject: Re: [Quantum Owners] Seats unfortunately i live in manchester so think thats a bit too far to go :/ any idea how much a good upholstery would cost roughly? Thanks very much for the recommendation tho! On Tue, May 18, 2004 at 6:41 PM, jon jackson jon.jacks...@ntlworld.com wrote: I know of a superb upholstery guy in Shaldon Devon who is reasonable and very good. If you need him give me a nudge. Cheers Jon - Original Message - From: shaun mcsorley shaunmcsor...@gmail.com To: Quantum Owners Group quantumowners@googlegroups.com Sent: Sunday, November 06, 2011 2:09 AM Subject: [Quantum Owners] Seats Hi everyone I really want to get some new seats for my quantum turbo coupe on a 1.6 fiesta rs. I have seen some nice bucket seats that recline on ebay and am genuinely considering buying them because my recaro seats are not in a good condition. My only issue is, is what to do with the rear seats? as soon as i put some nice new leather seats in the front the back will look very outdated. Does anyone know some nice rear leather seats or can advise me on what to do? not a big fan of seat covers but would consider an upholstery. Thanks in advance Shaun McSorley -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Quantum Owners Group group. To post to this group, send email to quantumowners@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to quantumowners-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/quantumowners?hl=en IMPORTANT NOTE: All information presented herewith is provided on an As Is basis, without warranty or the implication thereof. Neither the Quantum Owners Club nor the individuals associated with the Quantum Owners Club or in the preparation of the above information shall have any liability to any person or entity with respect to liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by the instructions contained within this or related message(s). -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Quantum Owners Group group. To post to this group, send email to quantumowners@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to quantumowners-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/quantumowners?hl=en IMPORTANT NOTE: All information presented herewith is provided on an As Is basis, without warranty or the implication thereof. Neither the Quantum Owners Club nor the individuals associated with the Quantum Owners Club or in the preparation of the above information shall have any liability to any person or entity with respect to liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by the instructions contained within this or related message(s). -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Quantum Owners Group group. To post to this group, send email to quantumowners@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to quantumowners-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/quantumowners?hl=en IMPORTANT NOTE: All information presented herewith is provided on an As Is basis, without warranty or the
Re: [Quantum Owners] Seats
Thanks for the tip, will have a look at sending it down there On Wed, May 19, 2004 at 8:45 PM, jon jackson jon.jacks...@ntlworld.comwrote: ** However after reading that it makes things difficult I will take care of it as Quantum folk seem a nice bunch. Cheers Jon - Original Message - *From:* jon jackson jon.jacks...@ntlworld.com *To:* quantumowners@googlegroups.com *Sent:* Wednesday, May 19, 2004 7:35 PM *Subject:* Re: [Quantum Owners] Seats Ho Ho yes indeed I think one of you guys on here told me what to do to reset it but I have forgotten and have just left it! Cheers Jon - Original Message - *From:* Jim Hearne j...@quantums.info *To:* quantumowners@googlegroups.com *Sent:* Sunday, November 06, 2011 6:46 PM *Subject:* Re: [Quantum Owners] Seats Hi Jon, I think your PC date is wrong, your messages are dated 2004 ! Jim On 18/05/2004 19:17, jon jackson wrote: 3 years ago he did my daughters boyfriends entire Golf convertible in black leather for around £600 and 12 years ago he did my Dolomite Sprint seats in range rover matl for £250 so I would say a back seat would be about £150 in Leather, but just guessing because it depends on how many seperate hides he uses. His work is top notch though. - Original Message - *From:* shaun mcsorley shaunmcsor...@gmail.com *To:* quantumowners@googlegroups.com *Sent:* Sunday, November 06, 2011 5:26 PM *Subject:* Re: [Quantum Owners] Seats unfortunately i live in manchester so think thats a bit too far to go :/ any idea how much a good upholstery would cost roughly? Thanks very much for the recommendation tho! On Tue, May 18, 2004 at 6:41 PM, jon jackson jon.jacks...@ntlworld.comwrote: I know of a superb upholstery guy in Shaldon Devon who is reasonable and very good. If you need him give me a nudge. Cheers Jon - Original Message - From: shaun mcsorley shaunmcsor...@gmail.com To: Quantum Owners Group quantumowners@googlegroups.com Sent: Sunday, November 06, 2011 2:09 AM Subject: [Quantum Owners] Seats Hi everyone I really want to get some new seats for my quantum turbo coupe on a 1.6 fiesta rs. I have seen some nice bucket seats that recline on ebay and am genuinely considering buying them because my recaro seats are not in a good condition. My only issue is, is what to do with the rear seats? as soon as i put some nice new leather seats in the front the back will look very outdated. Does anyone know some nice rear leather seats or can advise me on what to do? not a big fan of seat covers but would consider an upholstery. Thanks in advance Shaun McSorley -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Quantum Owners Group group. To post to this group, send email to quantumowners@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to quantumowners-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/quantumowners?hl=en IMPORTANT NOTE: All information presented herewith is provided on an As Is basis, without warranty or the implication thereof. Neither the Quantum Owners Club nor the individuals associated with the Quantum Owners Club or in the preparation of the above information shall have any liability to any person or entity with respect to liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by the instructions contained within this or related message(s). -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Quantum Owners Group group. To post to this group, send email to quantumowners@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to quantumowners-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/quantumowners?hl=en IMPORTANT NOTE: All information presented herewith is provided on an As Is basis, without warranty or the implication thereof. Neither the Quantum Owners Club nor the individuals associated with the Quantum Owners Club or in the preparation of the above information shall have any liability to any person or entity with respect to liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by the instructions contained within this or related message(s). -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Quantum Owners Group group. To post to this group, send email to quantumowners@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to quantumowners-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/quantumowners?hl=en IMPORTANT NOTE: All information presented herewith is provided on an As Is basis, without warranty or the implication thereof. Neither the Quantum Owners Club nor the individuals associated with the Quantum Owners Club or in the preparation of the above information shall have any liability to any
[Quantum Owners] Re: Brakes
There is an odd banging noise coming from the front right tyre, sounding like the wheel is coming off. I took it today to quick fit to have the tyres checked and he made sure there on secure. Also when i brake firmly the car skids quite easily and will leave a mark on the ground just from the front Left tyre, it then feels like there pulling too the right. I think this might be releated so gnna jack the car up this week and see whats going on! To michael- The pedal went so that i could push it further down without much braking happening, then it eventually got to the point where i could push it too the floor and the car would slow down very very slowly. Took it to the garage and they told me it was the master cylinder. It just feels like the same thing is happening now but after taking it out before, the pressure is definitely changing randomly :S On Nov 6, 10:19 pm, shaun mcsorley shaunmcsor...@gmail.com wrote: Such a helpful response thanks so much for your time. I will have a look for tis vent some time this week and will also flush out the brake fluid as im sure it needs doing now anyway. I really want to learn more about the car as i'm going into mechanical engineering so i'm going to brave it and start putting my knowledge to the test because i was a bit worried that i would make things worse. Suppose there is only one way to learn tho! Many Thanks Shaun McSorley On Sun, Nov 6, 2011 at 8:25 PM, TonyV q...@avies.co.uk wrote: Sorry, I wouldn't know how to test for brake fluid contamination, short of taking a sample to a lab which is likely to be prohibitively expensive. Might be worth inquiring if there has been any recent work to the brakes though. My suggestion would be to completely drain the system, flush through thoroughly with the correct fluid, and then re-fit the new master cylinder. It's not a bad idea to replace your brake fluid every few years anyway. Brake fluid will absorb water from the atmosphere, which collects in the system and can cause corrosion. On the AX, we did this, and then changed both rear wheel cylinders, and put new seals in the front calipers. They would probably have failed sooner or later anyway, due to the contamination affecting the seals. But working from an unknown history? Tricky. One other thing I can think of. Some cars (not sure whether this applies to the Fiesta/Quantum) have a tiny vent hole in the brake fluid cap. This is to allow air into the master cylinder, to replace the fluid displaced from the reservoir when the pedal is pushed. (The air gets pushed back out again when the pedal is released and fluid returns to the reservoir - air shouldn't get into the system this way). If the vent hole is blocked, it's possible a slight vacuum in the reservoir might prevent fluid getting into the master cylinder properly. This could cause symptoms like those you're seeing. I can't remember how the Fiesta cap vents, but if it's been fitted with an aftermarket fashion cap, or pattern master cylinder, it may be missing the vent. TonyV. On Nov 6, 7:01 pm, shaun mcsorley shaunmcsor...@gmail.com wrote: thanks soo much for your replys, As i admitted my knowledge isnt the best so can you advise how to check these things? Really appreciate this On Sun, Nov 6, 2011 at 6:32 PM, TonyV q...@avies.co.uk wrote: Possible use of wrong brake fluid, recently or at some point in the past? For example, even a trace of Citroen brake fluid in the system could cause eventual MC seal failure. We found this out the hard way, after we had to change the master cylinder in Louise's old AX several times in a couple of weeks. Turns out the Citroen AX doesn't use Citroen brake fluid. We'd bought a bottle of fluid at the same time as the new Master Cylinder, and recommended by the motor factors. The can of brake fluid just said suitable for most Citroens - no actual application list, so we'd taken his word (and catalogue lookup) that it was the right one. TonyV. On Nov 6, 4:39 pm, Jim Hearne j...@quantums.info wrote: Nothing that i can think of. Why was it replace last time and what makes you think it's going again ? If this is the one that cost you 350 i'd go back and make them replace it. Jim On 06/11/2011 16:33, shaun mcsorley wrote: After having the brake master cylinder changed only a couple months ago and costing fortunes, i'm pretty sure its going again? does anyone know a possible reason that would cause the master cylinder to continuously break? Many Thanks Shaun McSorley -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Quantum Owners Group group. To post to this group, send email to quantumowners@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to quantumowners-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com
[Quantum Owners] Re: Seats
On Nov 6, 1:09 am, shaun mcsorley shaunmcsor...@gmail.com wrote: Hi everyone I really want to get some new seats for my quantum turbo coupe on a 1.6 fiesta rs. I have seen some nice bucket seats that recline on ebay and am genuinely considering buying them because my recaro seats are not in a good condition. My only issue is, is what to do with the rear seats? as soon as i put some nice new leather seats in the front the back will look very outdated. Does anyone know some nice rear leather seats or can advise me on what to do? not a big fan of seat covers but would consider an upholstery. Thanks in advance Shaun McSorley I would massively recommend and I think that anyone who saw my H4 at Stoneleigh would agree that you should contact the guy who has reupholstered both of my Quantums. He works just through Chester and I think his company is called Chester Autotrim 01244822833 ask for Keith and mention Stuart Carvell. Stuart -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Quantum Owners Group group. To post to this group, send email to quantumowners@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to quantumowners-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/quantumowners?hl=en IMPORTANT NOTE: All information presented herewith is provided on an As Is basis, without warranty or the implication thereof. Neither the Quantum Owners Club nor the individuals associated with the Quantum Owners Club or in the preparation of the above information shall have any liability to any person or entity with respect to liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by the instructions contained within this or related message(s).
[Quantum Owners] Re: CVH on 2 Cylinders - Q2009
Glad to see the picture worked for some. It didn't appear on the post or my e-mail. Bob, thanks for putting the picture up, hopefully it'll bring a few smiles. As for removing the pulley, I've modified my lower cambelt cover, the bit with the timing marks on it, so that I can remove that without taking the pulley off. With the cover out of the way the cambelt can be edged out past the pulley. The fanbelt still has to be removed though. The modification basically involves cutting the cover from top to bottom with a bit of a zig-zag. One bolt holds each half in place when the cover is fitted. It's still fiddly to get the cover past the water pump sprocket but it beats lowering the engine. In addition to changing the gasket and cambelt, I've also decided to replace the camshaft, I know it's worn because I measured it a couple of years ago and it was pretty much at its limit then. So now I have head gasket, cambelt, camshaft, hydraulic lifters and valve stem oil seals to do, the extras come in the kits so they're going to be used. I decided to avoid E-bay for these and have ordered the lot from my local Exhausts Unlimited as I use them quite a bit. The total is just a smidge under £200 with the VAT and, hopefully, it'll be good for another 180,000 miles! Dave -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Quantum Owners Group group. To post to this group, send email to quantumowners@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to quantumowners-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/quantumowners?hl=en IMPORTANT NOTE: All information presented herewith is provided on an As Is basis, without warranty or the implication thereof. Neither the Quantum Owners Club nor the individuals associated with the Quantum Owners Club or in the preparation of the above information shall have any liability to any person or entity with respect to liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by the instructions contained within this or related message(s).
