New owner S2

[Pablo007]

Hi guys..
Just purchased a S2, but it has a few issues..
So hopefully I can get some useful information from you knowledgeable lot...
1) differential rumbles at above 60mph, so I need to either refurb it, or buy a reconditioned one... ( apparently it's a Sierra dif, but which one? )
2) radiator could do with being looked at, so where would I take it to?.. any specialists?
3 ) fuel tank needs changing, as it's not in the best condition, new £400 ish, but I could maybe get one made , does anyone have a specification drawing, to show a fabricator?
Sorry for all the questions, I just want it safe to use and enjoy....

[v8s4me]

Pablo007 said:

1) differential rumbles at above 60mph, so I need to either refurb it, or buy a reconditioned one... ( apparently it's a Sierra dif, but which one? )....

Are you sure it's the diff? Have you checked the bushes? There's lots of business refurbishing diffs, especially one that common.

Pablo007 said:

2) radiator could do with being looked at, so where would I take it to?.. any specialists? ....

You haven't stated your location so that's a tricky one In any event, be wary of "specialists"! You just need to find your local radiator re-core business. The core is readily available and cost will largely depend on where you live. The nearer London the more expensive. It's either Sherpa van or Classic Range Rover, I can't remember which but someone will.

Pablo007 said:

3 ) fuel tank needs changing, as it's not in the best condition, new £400 ish, but I could maybe get one made , does anyone have a specification drawing, to show a fabricator?..

Getting one made would probably cost more than £400. It is possible to have the old one refurbished but I doubt you'll save much against a new one for £400.

Good luck with your new 'S'.

[SS2.]

A copy of Steve Heath's S Series Workshop Manual ('aka The Bible') would be a good addition to your Christmas wish-list.

I see there's one currently available on eBay for £85.00 - not cheap, but worth every penny.

[frontfloater]

One of the older Subaru Impreza aluminium radiators is a fairly easy swop, with a bit of re-plumbing, if you have a nearby TVR engineer. Discussed here :

https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&...

[phillpot]

SS2. said:

A copy of Steve Heath's S Series Workshop Manual ('aka The bible') would be a good addition to your Christmas wish-list.

I see there's one currently available on eBay for £85.00 - not cheap, but worth every penny.

£85 ? Someone's having a laugh!!!!

Available new for half that. Good in its day because there was nothing else but there's nothing in it that can't be found for free online these days.

https://tvrbooks.bigcartel.com/product/the-tvr-s-s...