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Many (most?) have a limited slip differential. These require a different type of gear oil then standard (standard stuff will knacker the diff!). Go to a jag-dealer and get 2 litres (think it is 1.5 litres you need) as the diff is the same on old XJ and XJS models with LSD, or get this elsewhere for this type of jag diff.
Rob
Rob
adam quantrill said:
LSD diff oil is probably safe in a standard diff, so use that.
I use the Castrol stuff for LSD's.
You can tell by jacking up both rear wheels and rotating one by hand, if the other tends to go in the same direction it's an LSD. Else it's a knackered LSD or a normal diff.
Thanks!I use the Castrol stuff for LSD's.
You can tell by jacking up both rear wheels and rotating one by hand, if the other tends to go in the same direction it's an LSD. Else it's a knackered LSD or a normal diff.
I need to get the arse up in the air anyway to restore some sort of handbrake operation. I shall carry out this test!
will do over xmas, will post a pic of it just before I re-fit the back end.
ordered a set of A frame bolts of Steve heath and they don’t fit so be warned. it seems almost impossible to get a good deal of the TVR lot on the web for parts. so would suggest you source the lot yourself, its a lot cheaper
ordered a set of A frame bolts of Steve heath and they don’t fit so be warned. it seems almost impossible to get a good deal of the TVR lot on the web for parts. so would suggest you source the lot yourself, its a lot cheaper
It would have been nice of you to have contacted me first to see if I could have solved the problem rather than complaining via a public forum...
I have sold a lot of the A frame bolt kits and this is the first time that I have heard of them not fitting.
In what way don't they fit? Do you need a different diameter or length or what?
I have sold a lot of the A frame bolt kits and this is the first time that I have heard of them not fitting.
In what way don't they fit? Do you need a different diameter or length or what?
Edited by shpub on Saturday 6th December 20:02
mac123yre said:
will do over xmas, will post a pic of it just before I re-fit the back end.
ordered a set of A frame bolts of Steve heath and they don’t fit so be warned. it seems almost impossible to get a good deal of the TVR lot on the web for parts. so would suggest you source the lot yourself, its a lot cheaper
Oops.ordered a set of A frame bolts of Steve heath and they don’t fit so be warned. it seems almost impossible to get a good deal of the TVR lot on the web for parts. so would suggest you source the lot yourself, its a lot cheaper
Steve is a VERY well respected guy on here, and in TVR circles generally.
shpub said:
It would have been nice of you to have contacted me first to see if I could have solved the problem rather than complaining via a public forum...
I have sold a lot of the A frame bolt kits and this is the first time that I have heard of them not fitting.
In what way don't they fit? Do you need a different diameter or length or what?
Mac - Steve is a wedger thru and thru and always goes out of his way to help.I have sold a lot of the A frame bolt kits and this is the first time that I have heard of them not fitting.
In what way don't they fit? Do you need a different diameter or length or what?
Edited by shpub on Saturday 6th December 20:02
No offence meant Steve, and your comment taken on board.
Just find it frustrating that in my quest to restore my old wedge I have be given poor advise and stitched up by many that say they are experts. No mark on your character or advise meant, I was just trying to give others my insight and to let them know not to trust all advise.
Regards: Alan
Just find it frustrating that in my quest to restore my old wedge I have be given poor advise and stitched up by many that say they are experts. No mark on your character or advise meant, I was just trying to give others my insight and to let them know not to trust all advise.
Regards: Alan
mac123yre said:
will do over xmas, will post a pic of it just before I re-fit the back end.
ordered a set of A frame bolts of Steve heath and they don’t fit so be warned. it seems almost impossible to get a good deal of the TVR lot on the web for parts. so would suggest you source the lot yourself, its a lot cheaper
Not very nice to slate SH on here - suggest an apology is in order. I've done the same job as you using SH products as part of the rebuild and have nothing but 100% satisfaction and praise for him and his products. I got loads of advice and support, I did that by picking up the phone and asking him...do that and you might find your problems aren't as bad as hey seem......ordered a set of A frame bolts of Steve heath and they don’t fit so be warned. it seems almost impossible to get a good deal of the TVR lot on the web for parts. so would suggest you source the lot yourself, its a lot cheaper
GV said:
mac123yre said:
will do over xmas, will post a pic of it just before I re-fit the back end.
ordered a set of A frame bolts of Steve heath and they don’t fit so be warned. it seems almost impossible to get a good deal of the TVR lot on the web for parts. so would suggest you source the lot yourself, its a lot cheaper
Not very nice to slate SH on here - suggest an apology is in order. I've done the same job as you using SH products as part of the rebuild and have nothing but 100% satisfaction and praise for him and his products. I got loads of advice and support, I did that by picking up the phone and asking him...do that and you might find your problems aren't as bad as hey seem......ordered a set of A frame bolts of Steve heath and they don’t fit so be warned. it seems almost impossible to get a good deal of the TVR lot on the web for parts. so would suggest you source the lot yourself, its a lot cheaper
It's fair to say that we all agree Steve is a good egg. I've had issues but am 100% happy with the after sales service, support and advice and that's what buys my repeat business more than anything.
How many other specialists/suppliers post regularly here?
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