Let's hope it is something simple, Connor!
Mike
Mike
the first time I heard it was the first time I had the roof off, and had the heaters blowing on full on the highest temp. Did the noise change with the accelerator? So if you accelerated harder the noise increased?
Connor.
No it stayed the same Connor, like a roaring noise.
Hmm not the same issue then I don't think, mine increases. I'll just have to wait til Thursday. What's throwing me off is the fact it's not constant. I could go to the car now and It'll be fine at first, then it'll get bad again. Could be something to do with the crack (if it is that) expanding when the car is hot
Instead of being down about the possible cracked manifold I've bought myself/the car a cruise controls switch. So when it's all better I can get that fitted and my right foot can chill out on those long motorway cruises. Paid £44 from USA.
Connor.
Connor.
Hi Connor, can younpm me a link to the seller please.Instead of being down about the possible cracked manifold I've bought myself/the car a cruise controls switch. So when it's all better I can get that fitted and my right foot can chill out on those long motorway cruises. Paid £44 from USA.
Connor.
Tony.
I am really pleased with my addition of cruise control, The stalk is in a slightly awkward place, Flashing Hi Beams by mistake, but you soon get used to it and its position.
Well that'll definitely be happening with me then, I've read your install thread and it's what made me buy it. Seems really easy, just need to borrow my brothers dremel to cut the section out.
Connor.
Connor.
I will be totally gobsmacked if it is a crack in the exhaust manifold, Its something simple Connor, If it was a crack you would hear it while the car was stationary, I take it it only does it when the car is moving? If that is the case I would be looking for something like an air intake or outlet or something loose vibrating as air passes over or through it. or a loose heat shield.
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I used a hot Stanley Knife blade held in a pair of mole grips to cut it, heat it until it is hot (Not Red Hot) and then follow the lines on the cowl, sand down to get good finish.
It does make the noise when I'm stationary, but as I said if I was to go out to the car and start it now, it'll be fine for about 10 minutes I'd say, and it'll start being loud
Connor.
Like the starter motor, can you record it and put it on YouTube?
Tony.
Tony.
The problem has been found.
The downpipe has been repaired using the exhaust putty, which is partially failing. New gaskets are being fitted this afternoon but a new downpipe is on the cards for the future.
I'm not going to have a big bill today thankfully but it will need doing.
Quarry motors in Sheffield have again been excellent, they have rung me multiple times to keep me in the loop and cant recommend enough!
Connor.
The downpipe has been repaired using the exhaust putty, which is partially failing. New gaskets are being fitted this afternoon but a new downpipe is on the cards for the future.
I'm not going to have a big bill today thankfully but it will need doing.
Quarry motors in Sheffield have again been excellent, they have rung me multiple times to keep me in the loop and cant recommend enough!
Connor.
Great new Connor nothing worse than a problem you cant identify. Ready for my Welsh Cruise in July then
It will be nice to see the old Girl again, and have both of you along, I can guarantee you will both enjoy it..
Glad you've found the problem Connor, not as bad as you first thought. Anyway now you've got that sorted get on and enjoy the car.
Mike & Sandy
Mike & Sandy
I know I'm happy. Just picked it up and looking forward to the weekend now!
After further inspection they have said that I shouldn't have any more problems, but going to save up i case I do need a new pipe.
Connor,
After further inspection they have said that I shouldn't have any more problems, but going to save up i case I do need a new pipe.
Connor,