New chim owner
Discussion
Picked up my chimaera 400 today and got my first nod from the driver of a blue Tamora on the M25 - gave me a grin which I've since been unable to shake off!
I am unfortunate that I don't have a garage / covered parking- should i buy hood cover/shower cap or would a full body cover be needed (bearing in mind they don't rust)?
Inside heater fan doesn't work and Electric mirrors are a bit tempremental - any advice on how to sort these out?
Glad to have finally taken the plunge into TVR ownership
I am unfortunate that I don't have a garage / covered parking- should i buy hood cover/shower cap or would a full body cover be needed (bearing in mind they don't rust)?
Inside heater fan doesn't work and Electric mirrors are a bit tempremental - any advice on how to sort these out?
Glad to have finally taken the plunge into TVR ownership
Also:
I had major trouble in getting the roof into the boot. Surely there's a way of slipping it in without the embarrassment of turning it all directions, tilting it sideways, and then being unable to get it out again whilst its starting to rain...???!
Would be very grateful if anyone can please give me clear instructions on how to do this more elegantly in future - thanks!
I had major trouble in getting the roof into the boot. Surely there's a way of slipping it in without the embarrassment of turning it all directions, tilting it sideways, and then being unable to get it out again whilst its starting to rain...???!
Would be very grateful if anyone can please give me clear instructions on how to do this more elegantly in future - thanks!
mine lives outside and has done for 3.5 years, mine leaks now and again but i cant find where its coming in,so a full cover might be a idea, as for the roof, boot needs to be empty, hold the panel cloth side towards you with the front uppermost you put the passenger side rear into the passenger side at a 45deg angle then drop the drivers side in you will need to tilt the panel away from you at the top as you do it, the panel wraps around the fuel tank.
slideways said:
mine lives outside and has done for 3.5 years, mine leaks now and again but i cant find where its coming in,so a full cover might be a idea, as for the roof, boot needs to be empty, hold the panel cloth side towards you with the front uppermost you put the passenger side rear into the passenger side at a 45deg angle then drop the drivers side in you will need to tilt the panel away from you at the top as you do it, the panel wraps around the fuel tank.
Yep,and keep your hand on the offside front edge as you put it in as not to catch the paint on the offside rear wing 
as so many people do on these cars 
its common sense really.The task does get a lot easier with the skinny spare wheel out of the way. 
I've replaced the latter with a small compressor/tyre goo thingy like lots of new cars have today and I suggest you do the same - I don't believe you'd want to drive a TVR with 3 full sized wheels and a skinny spare in any conditions, anyway...
sh*t, just diminished the chances of selling the spare wheel that's sitting in my storage
I've replaced the latter with a small compressor/tyre goo thingy like lots of new cars have today and I suggest you do the same - I don't believe you'd want to drive a TVR with 3 full sized wheels and a skinny spare in any conditions, anyway...sh*t, just diminished the chances of selling the spare wheel that's sitting in my storage
DoctorBonzo said:
Also:
I had major trouble in getting the roof into the boot. Surely there's a way of slipping it in without the embarrassment of turning it all directions, tilting it sideways, and then being unable to get it out again whilst its starting to rain...???!
Would be very grateful if anyone can please give me clear instructions on how to do this more elegantly in future - thanks!
You're lucky you didn't get a Griff then I had major trouble in getting the roof into the boot. Surely there's a way of slipping it in without the embarrassment of turning it all directions, tilting it sideways, and then being unable to get it out again whilst its starting to rain...???!
Would be very grateful if anyone can please give me clear instructions on how to do this more elegantly in future - thanks!
Welcome to the wonderful wacky world of TVR ownership
Rhydian - congratulations on getting a fantastic car (though I am biased), if you have any problems let me know and I'll see if I can help.
I'd echo whats been mentioned above - remove the spare wheel and replace with a couple of cans of tyre weld. I personally wouldn't fel safe of the skinny excuse for a spare hence the reason I took it out.
Roof - hold at an angle with the fabric towards you, curved edge facing up. Angle the left hand side into the very side of the boot, twist the roof to a 45deg frontward angle and the right hand side shoul then just drop in. This will make a lot more sense once you do it for the first time. Watch the rubber seals though as they have a tendency to pop out. And use the roof bag, especially if putting over bits in the boot with it.
Leaks - there should be few - I made sure all was correctly sealed, the only occasional place was behind the door/in front of the rear targa when it was really torrential. Just ensure the velcro is tight and the elephant ears (rubber bits at end of the velcro pieces) are there. A coat of thomsons water seal (red tin) a year will also help.
Most of all though - take it easy and enjoy yourself!!
I'd echo whats been mentioned above - remove the spare wheel and replace with a couple of cans of tyre weld. I personally wouldn't fel safe of the skinny excuse for a spare hence the reason I took it out.
Roof - hold at an angle with the fabric towards you, curved edge facing up. Angle the left hand side into the very side of the boot, twist the roof to a 45deg frontward angle and the right hand side shoul then just drop in. This will make a lot more sense once you do it for the first time. Watch the rubber seals though as they have a tendency to pop out. And use the roof bag, especially if putting over bits in the boot with it.
Leaks - there should be few - I made sure all was correctly sealed, the only occasional place was behind the door/in front of the rear targa when it was really torrential. Just ensure the velcro is tight and the elephant ears (rubber bits at end of the velcro pieces) are there. A coat of thomsons water seal (red tin) a year will also help.
Most of all though - take it easy and enjoy yourself!!
Yep the roofix cube problem lol. We had the same problem but after a few scratches and a large helping of harsh language I also realised that placing the skinny spare wheel into my wheely bin solved the problem! On a serious note the "specs" of tyre weld are actually higher than a space saver spare anyway and at least driving with a tyre temporarily repaired with tyre weld doesn't make you look like a total spaz and avoids much pointing and laughing of the Nova brigade
DoctorBonzo said:
I am unfortunate that I don't have a garage / covered parking- should i buy hood cover/shower cap or would a full body cover be needed (bearing in mind they don't rust)?
Hi, I got a fully waterproof half/hood cover from Classic Additions for mine - was about half the cost of everywhere else, about £40 I think and seems to do exactly the same job - keeps the water out and protects the hood. Really easy and quick to get on and off as well.Cheers
Simon
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