A Big Big Favour

[Donkfish1]

Had my Cerb for a week and there are a few things playing on my mind so i was wondering if one of you lovely Cerb owners (in Kent) would be happy to meet up and drive my car for a few miles??? The idea being that you would know if what i think are issues actually are, or they are just normal for the car.

It may not make sense to you guys but it does make perfect sense to me.

Cheers

[BCA]

I'd mail Julian64. He is down that way, has a thirst for Cerbera tinkering and therefore knows his Cerbs better than most. If you ask him very nicely, he may even get the car up on his ramps and have a look around it.

[jesfirth]

TTTim alos knows a thing or two and lives your way

[Pied Piper]

Donkfish1 said:

Had my Cerb for a week and there are a few things playing on my mind so i was wondering if one of you lovely Cerb owners (in Kent) would be happy to meet up and drive my car for a few miles??? The idea being that you would know if what i think are issues actually are, or they are just normal for the car.

It may not make sense to you guys but it does make perfect sense to me.

Cheers

I'm in north Kent (Just off the A2) might be able to help. If not I'm pretty sure I can find someone who can. Feel free to PM me through my profile.

What are the issues? There is a lot of help (most of it good )and knowledge on this forum.

[jonbarrett]

I'm near Maidstone. Have owned and tracked a Cerbera 4.5 for 3-years. Done most maintenance myself. Happy to help.

[Toadusmodus]

I live in Tunbridge Wells, had my Cerb for almost 9 years and done 40,000 miles so I may be able to help.

[Donkfish1]

Guys thanks for all your offers for help.....met up with John barrett who gave me some great advice and pointed me in the right direction.

Cheers

The only arse ache is i've gotta keep it off the road for just over two weeks...sniff sniff

[julian64]

What issues are you having??

[Donkfish1]

Struggling to get it into gear as the clutch is very soft. It seems the master cylinder seals are knackered as have some oil by the pedal. Play in the steering too!

Its a pain as Taylor TVR are closed for a couple of weeks, hence my comment being off the road.

Any ideas?

[JensenA]

Do it yourself Lewis, DIY is an essential part of Cerb ownership, and even if you know nothing, you'll be surprised at how much you will learn owning one.
The master cylinder is a pretty straightforward job - fiddly and awkward, but you don't need a degree in engineering. The master cylinder is relatively cheap - it's from an old Fiesta XR2 (I think).
I'm sure someone near you will be pleased to help.

[Donkfish1]

I agree with what you're saying Jensen but its just getting the time and more importantly the space to do it......space is a bit of a premium.

[stuthemong]

You've paid your road tax, 'aint ya?

Do it on the street

[Donkfish1]

Problem is knowing me i'd do much more harm than good....bit of a div!

[jonbarrett]

Lewis

The one job you can do with no space or experience is to check the clutch fluid. Lift the bonnet, remove the screws holding the engine cover (I recall there were two screws on each side on your car), disconnect the windscreen washer tubes and lift the cover away.

On the drivers side, near the air box, you will see a black plastic dome. (Not sure if you need to remove the airbox on a 4.2). The cover will be attached to the body with silicone (plus possibly a couple of screws). Cut away the silicone, removes the screws and lift the dome away.

You will then see the clutch master cylinder. Remove the cap. You are looking for two things: fluid and black rubber 'dust'.

The fluid should be upto 1/4in from the cap. If it is empty, top it up and see what happens. It may need bleeding. The bleed screw is on the end of a steel braided hose which will be cable tied in the same region of the car.

This may help you engage the gears but you still need to solve the reason why the fluid is leaking. There was oil on your clutch pedal so there may be a leak there.

If you find the cylinder is full of oil there maybe a problem with the clutch fingers: one for Dan to look at.

[Donkfish1]

Decided to take the advice and check the cylinder out tomorrow and if it is knackered my bro and I will fit a new one early next week. As you all say, I need to get involved!

Does anyone know the part number or model of the master cylinder?

Thanks