Re: [Quantum Owners] 2+2 Timing Belt

2018-05-17 Thread Nigel Plant
Thanks everyone. Have the belt and pump, so job for the weekend. Nigel -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Quantum Owners Group" group. To post to this group, send email to quantumowners@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to

Re: [Quantum Owners] 2+2 Timing Belt

2018-05-17 Thread Geoff Ward
Hi Robert what news on the xtream? On Thu, 17 May 2018 at 14:35, 'robert greig' via Quantum Owners Group < quantumowners@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Yes as Jim said. > I've seen it done that way on my 2+2. > > Robert Greig > > On Thursday, 17 May 2018, 08:55:35 BST, 'Steve Kodź' via Quantum

Re: [Quantum Owners] 2+2 Timing Belt

2018-05-17 Thread 'robert greig' via Quantum Owners Group
Yes as Jim said.I've seen it done that way on my 2+2. Robert Greig On Thursday, 17 May 2018, 08:55:35 BST, 'Steve Kodź' via Quantum Owners Group wrote: Good info Jim. I've only worked on Carole and Geoff's 2+2 which has the liner riveted and cut outs

Re: [Quantum Owners] 2+2 Timing Belt

2018-05-17 Thread 'Steve Kodź' via Quantum Owners Group
Good info Jim. I've only worked on Carole and Geoff's 2+2 which has the liner riveted and cut outs around the brake pipe.  Quick and easy to remove. Regards, Steve On 17/05/18 08:40, Jim Hearne wrote: I've never removed the liner as it's normally sikaflexed to the frame, also, i think you

Re: [Quantum Owners] 2+2 Timing Belt

2018-05-17 Thread Jim Hearne
I've never removed the liner as it's normally sikaflexed to the frame, also, i think you would have to remove the brake pipe to the front wheel, more hassle. Jim -Original Message- From: 'Steve Kodź' via Quantum Owners Group Sent: Thursday, May 17, 2018 8:35 AM To:

Re: [Quantum Owners] 2+2 Timing Belt

2018-05-17 Thread Jim Hearne
Assuming you have the later 2 part belt cover (most will be) then it can be done but it's tight. You will probably need to lever the engine across slightly on it's mountings towards the gearbox side, no need to undo the mountings, just use the flex in them. I have a specially shaped bit of wood

Re: [Quantum Owners] 2+2 Timing Belt

2018-05-17 Thread 'Steve Kodź' via Quantum Owners Group
It may be quite easy to remove the wheel arch liner to gain more access.  It is tight, but should be possible. Regards, Steve On 17/05/18 06:01, Nigel Plant wrote: I need to change the timing belt and water pump - 1.6 CVH. A quick question; is there enough space to the side to get the

[Quantum Owners] 2+2 Timing Belt

2018-05-17 Thread Nigel Plant
I need to change the timing belt and water pump - 1.6 CVH. A quick question; is there enough space to the side to get the covers off and do this or do I need a double jointed chimpanzee, lift the engine a bit etc. I seem to remember reading that a Zetec is real tight but CVH is Ok. Any tips for

[Quantum Owners] Re: 2+2 Carburettor Problems

2018-05-17 Thread Mark
Congratulations on the purchase Nigel & welcome to 2+2 ownership. The rattle could be from the alternator bearings. I had this and was sorted with a fresh one. Its easy enough to tell when you spin it without the belt on. Mark -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the