Re: [Quantum Owners] Engine/gearbox clearance - Saloon MK2

; noticed looking at Ford parts diagram the Fiesta Mk2 diesel insulator looks > like a sturdier design (M12 thru bolt rather than M10 studs bonded on sides > of rubber) - anyone tried one? > > John > On Tuesday, 24 October 2023 at 10:45:59 UTC+1 Darren Siepka wrote: > >>

Re: [Quantum Owners] Castor and camber on a saloon and top mounts

On the escort MK3 rs1600i they used adjustable tie bars in place of the anti roll bar to permit castor adjustment, with the roll bar attached back to those tie bars with clamps. As our tie bars are all wiggly(highly technical term there :-) ) they might be tricky to modify but some custom ones may

Re: [Quantum Owners] Castor and camber on a saloon and top mounts

tower due to the material thickness being greater than a metal tower would be On Sat, 5 Aug 2023, 10:52 Darren Siepka, wrote: > No unfortunately you can't convert the early style two bolt tops on the > saloon body to the doughnut MK2 type. > I have seen those bearing top mounts but

Re: [Quantum Owners] Castor and camber on a saloon and top mounts

adjustable that may not fit > > -- > *From:* quantumowners@googlegroups.com > on behalf of Darren Siepka > *Sent:* 04 August 2023 22:39 > *To:* quantumowners@googlegroups.com > *Subject:* Re: [Quantum Owners] Castor and camber on a saloon and top > mounts > >

Re: [Quantum Owners] Castor and camber on a saloon and top mounts

By the way the Micra parts are for the MK2 year. Or if you really want original type outlaw have remade then. https://www.outlawmotorsport.co.uk/product-page/mk1-fiesta-suspension-top-mounts On Fri, 4 Aug 2023, 23:39 Darren Siepka, wrote: > The rubber section of the MK1 top mounts slo

Re: [Quantum Owners] Castor and camber on a saloon and top mounts

The rubber section of the MK1 top mounts slowly spread and you get play where the cup sits. I originally remade some oversize cups to take up the slack the steel ones had, but it didn't last long as the rubber just isn't compliant due to age so just stretched more . You can't get ford top mounts

Re: [Quantum Owners] Radiator Hoses - Saloon with rad in nose

When I relocated my rad to the nosecone I simply extended the original hoses with some suitably sized pipe and jubilee clips! With the new engine install I have been using universal silicone sections and stainless pipe between. Not the cheapest option ( so probably best to wait for your new engine

Re: [Quantum Owners] Headlamp upgrades

f I am wrong? > -- > *From:* quantumowners@googlegroups.com > on behalf of Darren Siepka > *Sent:* 22 July 2023 18:38 > *To:* quantumowners@googlegroups.com > *Subject:* Re: [Quantum Owners] Headlamp upgrades > > Yes my 2+2 head lights ( a

Re: [Quantum Owners] Headlamp upgrades

Yes my 2+2 head lights ( and flaps) have gone ! I have created a mount with the new 90mm Hella unit and a small indicator( also modular Hella but about 40mm dia) . The 90mm unit is a bi-xenon , it has a single bulb with a flap to create the dip cutoff pattern needed for mot. Two additional items

Re: [Quantum Owners] Heater Matrix (Fiesta Mk2)

what i > had replied to. > Maybe it was just me but i left after a few days. > > I will have a look at the Mini matrixs. > > Jim > > > > *From:* Darren Siepka > *Sent:* Wednesday, July 19, 2023 10:54 AM > *To:* quantumowners@googlegroups.com > *Subject:* Re: [Quantum

Re: [Quantum Owners] 2+2 saloon needing new home

Where abouts are you located? Any idea what sort of figure you might be after? Darren On Mon, 17 Jul 2023, 16:41 Ken Needham, wrote: > I have a Red 2+2 saloon That really needs a new home and TLC. > I was using the car as daily transport up to when Covid hit. > Coincident with retirement I put

Re: [Quantum Owners] ULEZ compliant?

No luck with my saloon , it's on a B plate (reg85 ?) I wonder if it's due to it being pre sva/iva? My 2+2 won't check as it says it's sorned, but that would be free as it is over 40 and tax exempt. Darren On Wed, 3 May 2023, 10:49 susanandmartin, < susanandmar...@corringham99.free-online.co.uk>

Re: [Quantum Owners] Engine mount Timing side

Tbh when the Q were designed 40 yrs ago the parts were plentiful new from ford and they do last a very long time, even now OEM generally don't put removable rubber into engine mounts. On Mon, 24 Apr 2023, 08:31 Mick L, wrote: > Not what I wanted to hear. More time taking work for a car needed

Re: [Quantum Owners] Wheel and Tyre fitment 15 " 7 wheels and 14s... and Hello :)

ld be absolutely fine clearance wise if I put the right tyres > on these 14? > > They are lovely deep dish wheels so I would keep them in a heartbeat . > > Thanks > Mick > > -- > *From:* quantumowners@googlegroups.com > on beh

Re: [Quantum Owners] Wheel and Tyre fitment 15 " 7 wheels and 14s... and Hello :)

Depending on the make and design shape of the tyre you can sometimes get away with a 195/50 15 , but it is far better to use 195/45 15 ( I do on 2+2 and saloon). The official recommendation from old quantum was to use 185/55 14 . They didn't recommend using 15s or bigger as they felt the ride

Re: [Quantum Owners] H4 Chassis corrosion?

I mix a small amount of gel coat into the chopped strand type filler. This makes a somewhat easier to sand filler but with proper fiberglass strength. On Mon, 23 Jan 2023, 17:15 flob...@gmail.com, wrote: > You were all absolutely correct, it was just filler in the gap. I dug some > out and i

Re: [Quantum Owners] 2+2 clutch issue

Tbh I would have got a new cover and plate . There are plenty of options on the likes of eBay, including some luk branded ones. A bit like getting new discs and fitting new pads to match the wear , so the flywheel . The old clutch disc will have worn to the old flywheel surface wear pattern and

Re: [Quantum Owners] 2+2 Wheels

rks together. > > Most wheels will accept a few different tyre widths but it is common to > find 14 J6 and 14 J5.5. wheels. Others love the 14 inch wheels and there > are more of them to choose from. I find the rubber band tyres don’t work > for me. > > Remember this hobby is

Re: [Quantum Owners] 2+2 Wheels

Yes they are std ford pcd 4x108 I would have thought the rim width on a 195 tyre would be far more than a 5? 6-6.5 perhaps would be more suited. My last set of 2+2 wheels were used by the last owner on his KA and Mk5 fiesta. They were aftermarket and don't have the et marked on them. On my first

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Seats - Saloon, 2+2..

If you want harness holes look at the corsa vxr seats , they do a part leather variant in those too. On Wed, 29 Sep 2021, 10:15 Jim Hearne, wrote: > The Tigra is based on a Corsa and they have some nice leather seats, > though i think they all have side airbags. > > Jim > > &g

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Seats - Saloon, 2+2..

I have Corsa seats in both saloon and 2+2. The earlier ones had simpler to modify rears with only a simple wire frame support on the base squab. The later ones have a big pressed steel plate. With a little heat and trimming you can also use the rear quarter panel cards in a saloon too in a saloon.

Re: [Quantum Owners] FW: Quantum 2+2 weight

My old testing station use to put in 850kg after asking me the weight as it didn't have it shown, then when they upgraded the test bay it actually weighed the car during the test and used that subject to a correction factor so I was told. Darren On Fri, 24 Sep 2021, 15:03 Ian Harrison, wrote:

Re: [Quantum Owners] E10 petrol.

The ecoboost conversion is detailed on the quantumproboard group https://quantumforum.proboards.com/thread/1017/2-rebuild-ecoboost-conversion Darren On Wed, 1 Sep 2021, 15:48 Jim Hearne, wrote: > > Somebody is doing the Ecoboost conversion, i can’t remember if it was on > here or on the

Re: [Quantum Owners] E10 petrol.

That's my understanding too, metal fuel tanks, hoses and seals are the worst affected.example seals would be o rings and gaskets ( manifold perhaps if rubber type?) . Also construction of some units such as level sender as they have mixed metal and other materials. Darren On Wed, 1 Sep 2021,

Re: [Quantum Owners] starter cable current

I use welding lead cable for my main lines, especially as I have the battery In the boot. Size wise I use 35 and 50 mm2 cross section. Reason I use welding lead cable is it tends to be more flexible with thicker tougher plastic covering, and best of all usually cheaper too :-) Darren On Sun, 29

Re: [Quantum Owners] Rear Trailing Arms

Depending on what size speakers you have fitted may mean you won't get your arm in as is On my wife's 2+2 the speakers were very small, the only way to get in is to remove the metal plates that hold the speakers, this will reveal a much larger opening in the actual GRP itself. Darren On

Re: [Quantum Owners] Values

I have the invoice from old Q for my wife's 2+2 , the buyer paid just over 18k for it!! That was in 95 On Thu, 10 Jun 2021, 12:49 mgaskin via Quantum Owners Group, < quantumowners@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Having seen what a 58,000 mile 1989 Fiesta XR2 is now worth, I think we > might all

Re: [Quantum Owners] Fiesta mk2 Brake master cylinder reservoir

Perhaps consider fitting a remote reservoir? I did this on my saloon as the servo conversion I did left the reservoir at the wrong angle. Take a look at the type used on series 1 freelanders as an example. On Mon, 7 Jun 2021, 08:43 flob...@gmail.com, wrote: > Thanks for the suggestion but I've

Re: [Quantum Owners] Saloon Ventilation

on e6x ,8x and 9x BMW and mini, cheaper than a fiesta >> unit ! >> >> Darren >> >> On Mon, 22 Mar 2021, 18:57 Derek Clews, wrote: >> >>> That is huge on a standard alternator! Must take an hour of running to >>> recharge the battery after a c

Re: [Quantum Owners] Saloon Ventilation

, 18:57 Derek Clews, wrote: > That is huge on a standard alternator! Must take an hour of running to > recharge the battery after a cold morning start? > > Derek > > > > On 22 Mar 2021, at 17:52, Darren Siepka wrote: > > Ah no , this is an auxiliary heater ma

Re: [Quantum Owners] Saloon Ventilation

rom 1986 > onwards. > > Get Outlook for Android <https://aka.ms/AAb9ysg> > > ------ > *From:* quantumowners@googlegroups.com > on behalf of Darren Siepka > *Sent:* Monday, March 22, 2021 10:17:48 AM > *To:* quantumowners@googlegroups.com > *

Re: [Quantum Owners] Advise or help please

; Oh, i suppose, maybe. > > > > Jim > > > > > > *From:* Jim Hearne > > *Sent:* Thursday, March 4, 2021 11:32 AM > > *To:* quantumowners@googlegroups.com > > *Subject:* Re: [Quantum Owners] Advise or help please > > > > I’m still not convinced that it

Re: [Quantum Owners] Advise or help please

> *Sent:* Thursday, March 4, 2021 11:32 AM > *To:* quantumowners@googlegroups.com > *Subject:* Re: [Quantum Owners] Advise or help please > > I’m still not convinced that it was a hatchback screen for the Mk2 > Hardtop, i’m sure it would be far too big. > > Jim > > >

Re: [Quantum Owners] Advise or help please

k4 Escort Cabro > as i actually removed one from an Escort top and fitted in into my 2+2 hard > top. > > Jim > > > *From:* Darren Siepka > *Sent:* Thursday, March 4, 2021 10:35 AM > *To:* quantumowners@googlegroups.com > *Subject:* Re: [Quantum Owners] Advise or help pleas

Re: [Quantum Owners] H4 headlamps

Yes pictures would be helpful. Morette units usually had Hella light units of differing sizes including xenon types. On Tue, 9 Feb 2021, 18:42 kynastonp, wrote: > Morette made a conversion for the MK3 89-95 fiesta ,it had two different > sized lenses as you describe. They seem to be still

Re: [Quantum Owners] Saloon rear ARB mounting hardware

The offset axle is quite common, easy fix cut and fit an adjuster turnbuckle in the panard rod. I am about to modify a 2+2 panhard rod using the adjuster cut from a mazda6 tie rod. I will post more on that soon On Tue, 3 Nov 2020, 19:54 list...@liberator-systems.co.uk, <

Re: Fw: [Quantum Owners] Saloon rear ARB mounting hardware

Without wanting to stray the thread too much , I will be posting my report on my latest servo master cyl conversion soon after I complete testing.i have used a mgf setup(y2000). I have also installed all the abs gubbins too ! If it doesn't behave then it will just get unplugged and the hardware

Re: [Quantum Owners] Saloon rear ARB mounting hardware

I am just replacing/ updating the rear bar on my 2+2 which is the same as the saloon. I am using a BMW rear bar from E60/61. There are several sizes ranging from a 12mm to a 18mm depending on engine size. It is narrower so you need new brackets on the axle But they are cheap, very cheap. According

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Saloon tow bar

l post some pics for you > > On Wed, 15 Jul 2020 at 19:36, Darren Siepka wrote: > >> I'm looking for a 2+2 towbar if anyone has one for sale or has the >> details how it differs to the saloon one (I have a bar fitted on my saloon >> I can measure/copy) >> >>

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Saloon tow bar

I'm looking for a 2+2 towbar if anyone has one for sale or has the details how it differs to the saloon one (I have a bar fitted on my saloon I can measure/copy) On Wed, 15 Jul 2020, 14:38 russ price, wrote: > I tried ADS a couple times over the last few months and got no reply so > had more

Re: [Quantum Owners] 2+2 rear shocks and springs

Just seen these kyb rears Item 332465089417 Pair for £49 as on special ! On Thu, 4 Jun 2020, 18:11 Darren Siepka, wrote: > I got some r11007 Monroe's from a old stock place based in Italy just > before lockdown for £35 delivered the pair! > The seller was agmotordiginatoandrea. >

Re: [Quantum Owners] 2+2 rear shocks and springs

I got some r11007 Monroe's from a old stock place based in Italy just before lockdown for £35 delivered the pair! The seller was agmotordiginatoandrea. I don't know if he has any more. They were delivered very quickly. I have nothing to do with them just a happy customer On Thu, 4 Jun 2020,

Re: [Quantum Owners] Bonnet hinge upgrade

bframe and let the bonnet pivot on the bolt threads. > > Jim > > > *From:* Darren Siepka > *Sent:* Friday, May 15, 2020 2:59 PM > *To:* quantumowners@googlegroups.com > *Subject:* Re: [Quantum Owners] Bonnet hinge upgrade > > Here are a few pictures > > On 15 May 2

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: New large disc conversion

ight on and with the hole >> opened so do the calipers. >> Note, if you use the cosworth disc you need a 5-6mm spacer between the >> caliper and hub lug to correct the disc offset. >> >> As usual, use of this information comes with no warranties or liability. >> Please check you

Re: [Quantum Owners] Coupe front wheel arch covers

Wheel arch liners?? I always felt something was missing and so why so much dirt built up! On Mon, 10 Feb 2020, 22:12 susanandmartin, < susanandmar...@corringham99.free-online.co.uk> wrote: > I used the minimum of self-tappers for mine which (mostly) wedge into > position, so If I recall only 3

Re: [Quantum Owners] New car effect

Yes I agree , I intend to keep my Q's especially in view of the low cost insurance and the tax exemption ( one is the other two in 2025) There is one other factor that is priceless, Parked up near some very classy expensive OEM cars and getting asked "wow what is that ? Looks smart! " Darren On

Re: [Quantum Owners] Tax exempt?

owing my ignorance here but what donor is the 1978 car? That would be > Fiesta Mk1? > > They certainly have changed the reg system over the years, then. > > ATB > > Derek > > > On 24 Jan 2020, at 13:06, Darren Siepka wrote: > > To change the log book you ne

Re: [Quantum Owners] Tax exempt?

o many > combinations. If the reference is the plate a Q can never be tax free as > there is not associated age, but the 2+2 is only 9 years away from tax > free. If it is the reg doc date new ball game and Q’s can be tax exempt. > > Derek > > On 24 Jan 2020, at 09:06, Darren Si

Re: [Quantum Owners] Tax exempt?

Hi, yes my 2+2 has already gone over her 40. She was a pre sva build on an s plate There are no notes on the v5 showing when it was converted to a Quantum. The area around q reg is very confusing , with some saying they have and some not. Darren On Fri, 24 Jan 2020, 08:38 Derek Clews, wrote: >

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Saloon Rear Suspension

; https://airride.co.uk/air/product-category/air-suspension-kits-for-cars/ford-air-suspension-kits-for-cars/fiesta/ > > Chris G > > > *From:* Darren Siepka > *Sent:* Sunday, September 15, 2019 6:51 PM > *To:* quantumowners@googlegroups.com > *Subject:* Re: [Quantum Owners

Re: [Quantum Owners] R.I.P H4

med me it would be > written off they did say there was no structural damage so it could be put > back on the road without any issue. > Bill > > Sent from my iPhone > > On 24 Aug 2019, at 10:41, Darren Siepka wrote: > > Are there any pictures of the bare chassis?

Re: [Quantum Owners] R.I.P H4

around with none of the fibreglass in place. > IMO the fibreglass on a H4 adds zero strength to the chassis. > > Oh, and don’t roll one, the steel tube inside the windscreen surround > isn’t fixed to the chassis at all, it’s just fibreglassed to the inside of > the front wings. > &g

Re: [Quantum Owners] R.I.P H4

So just curious, Is the steel chassis on a h4 it's chassis or is the body counted part of it too thus a monocoque? On Fri, 23 Aug 2019, 11:09 bill, wrote: > I’ve had a couple of hours this morning working on the front end, I’ve > removed the bumper, straightened out all the brackets and lined

Re: [Quantum Owners] Adrian Flux...

This sounds like they use the finance house like I used to do with certain clients when I was selling IT installs. The finance house used to pay me in full on the day they signed up, then the client paid the finance house and was nothing to do with me. Saved me the headache of chasing a bad payer!

Re: [Quantum Owners] Quantum due for crushing today.

Had it been closer I would have had it and stored it for the club until a new owner or parts were needed. But it's miles away :-( On Mon, 10 Jun 2019, 11:11 Jim Hearne, wrote: > >

Re: [Quantum Owners] Driving QSC for 25 years . . .

e use of drive systems already developed for motor > scooters or motorbikes costs might be relatively low. > > Michael > > > > -Original Message- > From: Darren Siepka > To: quantumowners > Sent: Sat, 11 May 2019 10:11 > Subject: Re: [Quantum Owners] Drivin

Re: [Quantum Owners] Driving QSC for 25 years . . .

d. It’s the future, ahem. > > > > On 11 May 2019, at 10:11, Darren Siepka wrote: > > As nice as the electric power idea is the cost is to be honest > prohibitive! > I costed converting one of our 2+2 to use for the school run ( 4mile round > trip twice a day!) And

Re: [Quantum Owners] Driving QSC for 25 years . . .

As nice as the electric power idea is the cost is to be honest prohibitive! I costed converting one of our 2+2 to use for the school run ( 4mile round trip twice a day!) And even that would have a long break even time! :-( As Derek says the time to get political may be coming! These politicians

Re: [Quantum Owners] Brake master cylinder conversions

Are the rears solid or vented? I found my 280odd cosworth vented rears keep glazing up and never get hot on the road no matter how I drove ! The 280 cougar fronts work fab though. 300mm would need 16" + iirc ? On Mon, 1 Apr 2019, 19:48 'Robert Craig' via Quantum Owners Group, <

Re: [Quantum Owners] Subframe removal

Yeouch! That's something I want to avoid. I lost a bit when I took my other 2+2 subframe off but it too much. On Sun, 31 Mar 2019, 18:56 'Mark Jones' via Quantum Owners Group, < quantumowners@googlegroups.com> wrote: > If i remember correctly, one of the members recommended scoring the glue >

Re: [Quantum Owners] Subframe removal

The wire idea is a good one, I wonder if mig wire might work? On the bulkhead the powder coat is still pretty strong but elsewhere is mostly blown. Derek ,I don't want to say to much about the suspension changes for now but if it works out then it will majorly help with future parts source and

Re: [Quantum Owners] Brake master cylinder conversions

Craig' via Quantum Owners Group, < quantumowners@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Single pot Darren. > Bob > > Sent from my iPad > > On 25 Mar 2019, at 13:20, Darren Siepka wrote: > > Were they single pot escort / Sierra 4x4 cosworth or 2wd Sierra 4pot > cosworth cali

Re: [Quantum Owners] Brake master cylinder conversions

Were they single pot escort / Sierra 4x4 cosworth or 2wd Sierra 4pot cosworth calipers? I have the 4x4 single pot front with Peugeot single pot rears on my saloon ( this is with the current escort MC) On Mon, 25 Mar 2019, 13:13 'Robert Craig' via Quantum Owners Group, <

Re: [Quantum Owners] Brake master cylinder conversions

Whilst comparing setups for my swap I wondered how much effort we loose in the plastic bushes too, especially at the servo end with the shortest arm. The mg crossbar has needle roller bearings supporting both ends of the crossbar! This will surely help frictional losses.i wonder if similar could

Re: [Quantum Owners] Brake master cylinder conversions

; > Bob > > Sent from my iPad > > On 24 Mar 2019, at 18:20, Darren Siepka wrote: > > Should say escort servo! > > On Sun, 24 Mar 2019, 18:20 Darren Siepka, wrote: > >> I have the escort service upgrade on my saloon ( documented on the club >> site) >> I

Re: [Quantum Owners] Brake master cylinder conversions

Should say escort servo! On Sun, 24 Mar 2019, 18:20 Darren Siepka, wrote: > I have the escort service upgrade on my saloon ( documented on the club > site) > I am currently fitting a mgf servo ( with pedals and crossbar) and master > cylinder in place of my later type servo etc to m

Re: [Quantum Owners] Brake master cylinder conversions

I have the escort service upgrade on my saloon ( documented on the club site) I am currently fitting a mgf servo ( with pedals and crossbar) and master cylinder in place of my later type servo etc to my 2+2 I hope to fit the abs too :-) That master cylinder is available in non abs too. It copes

Re: [Quantum Owners] Mot

y this exercise of MOT exemption in 2021. > My intention isn't to avoid MOT, but to get a bit of flexibility eg take > it for MOT a little later (without a possible Police fine), or indeed once > every 2 years as I only do about 4k per year. The car has to still be > roadworthy of c

Re: [Quantum Owners] Mot

Thanks Do you have their contact details so I can book an MOT once I'm ready please? Pity I missed the exemption cutoff by 6 years else this would be it's one and only test needed :-( On Tue, 12 Mar 2019, 14:59 rob hancock, wrote: > Hi > We do not do on site but we use a local garage who are

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: 2+2 brake bits

asurer @ > quantumowners.club > > regards > > Sonia > > On Friday, January 11, 2019 at 8:34:15 PM UTC, dar...@siepka.me.uk wrote: >> >> Pm got bounced , please send me your contact email . >> Thanks >> Darren >> >> On Fri, 11 Jan 2019, 20:32 Da

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: 2+2 brake bits

Pm got bounced , please send me your contact email . Thanks Darren On Fri, 11 Jan 2019, 20:32 Darren Siepka Hi, > Pm sent with further info. > Darren > > > > On Fri, 11 Jan 2019, 18:07 Sonia >> Hi Darren >> >> Yes - we would be interested. How much do you wa

Re: [Quantum Owners] 2+2 brake bits

I am converting to mgtf brake servo,pedals and crossbar. Newer parts cheaper and easier to obtain. I am also going to experiment with the abs too. On Tue, 8 Jan 2019, 11:03 Susan and Martin Scott < susanandmar...@corringham99.free-online.co.uk wrote: > As Jim said, Pete and Sonia need a master

Re: [Quantum Owners] 2+2 (XR2) Master Brake Cylinder

That master cylinder conversion I did that is posted on the club site worked very well and is still working fine even after the car was laid up for 3yrs! On Wed, 12 Dec 2018, 18:00 'Steve Kodź' via Quantum Owners Group < quantumowners@googlegroups.com wrote: > Pete, > > Have you checked out the

Re: [Quantum Owners] Mondeo discs on an H4

If you measure the offset height and thickness of the discs you can compare them to other ford discs in another companys brake disc catalog, I have cougar v6 discs but iirc they are 290mm Darren On Thu, 22 Nov 2018, 20:18 Julian Coleman Hi > > I need to replace the front discs on the H4. The

Re: [Quantum Owners] Rear demist

You can get auxiliary heater units with integral blowers that connect to the water system like the regular matrix does On Wed, 1 Aug 2018, 22:55 Susan and Martin Scott, < susanandmar...@corringham99.free-online.co.uk> wrote: > I'd think by the time warm air went through ducting to the rear that

Re: [Quantum Owners] 2+2 with Puma interior + engine

I have a electric heater matrix from a Volvo(but says fomoco) that fits perfect under the water matrix for instant heat on those cold mornings. For my 2+2 which is getting a Corsa c dash I have been looking to use a heat and cool AC box like these

Fwd: [Quantum Owners] 2+2 with Puma interior + engine

-- Forwarded message - From: Darren Siepka Date: Fri, 13 Jul 2018, 21:11 Subject: Re: [Quantum Owners] 2+2 with Puma interior + engine To: I used a rs1800i MK3.5 black dash, complete with the proper MK3.5 heater. I also used puma white dial clocks. The wiring for the dash

Re: [Quantum Owners] 2+2 with Puma interior + engine

The most work is with the heater box, I had to enlarge the fan opening and glass in a new box around that area to stop water ingress. On Fri, 13 Jul 2018, 09:16 Hans Defauwes, wrote: > Some time ago a 2+2 with a Puma Interior and engine was sold on e-bay. > > Does anybody know the new owner? >

Re: [Quantum Owners] 2+2 Increasing Driver Legroom

As long as you put a suitable spreader plate under the car when you reboot then yes just drill as required. iirc the ford seats had a angle bracket that hooked downwards at the front of the runners, but my Corsa ones don't have them .I used 1/8 plate above and below the floor pan and bolted

[Quantum Owners] Transport help

Can anyone help please? I am looking at a chassis for a Q project but it is in spennymoor and I am in south Devon! Can any one suggest a transport or could help in some way( costs and a bit would be covered) Thanks in advance -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [Quantum Owners] Seats question

I have a pair of black leather reupholstered seats made by old quantum up for offers? Darren On 31 Aug 2017 2:35 p.m., "Alan Williamson" wrote: > I have streetKa heated leather seats in mine. > > On 31 August 2017 at 13:29, 'Robert Craig' via Quantum Owners Group < >

Re: [Quantum Owners] Bonnet cutting for vents 2 + 2

Mine were done by the original factory and have been sikaflexed in place, never had any cracking etc around them. On 25 Aug 2017 9:31 p.m., "calum mcpherson" wrote: > > So having purchased the vents I need to cut 2 holes in my bonnet , so I > want to get it right. > >

Re: [Quantum Owners] Steering Rack

I seem to recall that washers were used but can't find the book to hand. Anyhow it would be good practice for a washer to be under the bolt head not direct as it is Darren On 12 Jun 2017 12:17 p.m., "Andrew Crawford" wrote: > Hi I was wondering if the spacer/washer

Re: [Quantum Owners] Quantum and Heritage acquired by Phoenix

, > Steve > > h4-turbo.co.uk > quantumowners.club > > On 05/05/17 21:42, Darren Siepka wrote: > > I notice they are only 20mins from my new workshops , might have to pop > over and say hi :-) > > On 5 May 2017 9:35 p.m., "Darren Siepka" <dar...

Re: [Quantum Owners] Quantum and Heritage acquired by Phoenix

I notice they are only 20mins from my new workshops , might have to pop over and say hi :-) On 5 May 2017 9:35 p.m., "Darren Siepka" <dar...@siepka.me.uk> wrote: > Their web site is terrible ! > The mirach like an interesting car, a kind of stretched locost/dutton >

Re: [Quantum Owners] Quantum and Heritage acquired by Phoenix

Their web site is terrible ! The mirach like an interesting car, a kind of stretched locost/dutton On 5 May 2017 9:09 p.m., "Ian Harrison" wrote: > I've just seen this on Facebook. > > Phoenix Automotive Developments are pleased to announce the purchase of > quantum sports

Re: [Quantum Owners] Tax exempt

My 2+2 is registered as Jan 1978 , so 2018 for me :-) Darren On 30 Mar 2017 1:41 p.m., wrote: > I’ve just read and interesting bit on the DVLA web site. > > Any vehicle registered more than 40 years ago (This rolls forward on 1st > April every year), will be tax

Re: [Quantum Owners] Automatic Gearbox needed. HELP!

The cvt works very well but you have to play around will the throttle/ratio mixer as in std form its well off due to the difference in body weight etc. On 2 Jan 2017 8:38 pm, "Edward r" wrote: > Hi Bob. > If I could get my hands on a CVT, I would love it. > Thats what I

Re: [Quantum Owners] Automatic gearbox wanted.

If your happy with a cvt they are a bit easier to source , i have one in the coupe currently , but have recently managed to find a very low mileage proper auto from an orion 84 (only taken 4 yrs to find!). Have you ever put an auto in a Q yet? Coupe or 2+2? I havent tried the new proper auto for

Re: [Quantum Owners] Quantum 2 + 2 Turbo Diesel project for sale

Mmm long way for me , but what sort of money you after? On 23 Sep 2016 2:46 pm, "John Woodward" wrote: > Sorry, meant to say car located about 5 miles north of Oxford.. More > photo's available, just email me john.woodwar...@gmail.com > > On Friday, 23 September 2016

Re: [Quantum Owners] Quantum 2 + 2 Turbo Diesel project for sale

Where abouts is the car located? On 23 Sep 2016 10:25 am, "John Woodward" wrote: > Factory built 2+2 turbo diesel, was modified by Jeremy Fearn to produce > 115 BHP, has large intercooler, oil cooler, remote filter, all different > from mine > Recently purchased as I

Re: [Quantum Owners] Engine & gearbox removal from 2+2

Ditto on the last replies, drop the engine to the floor then lift the front end.i always picked up the front with a strop onto the subframe via the engine lift, then supported it whilst i pulled the engine/box combo clear .then lower it all to a lower position whilst working after. Darren On 29

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Crankshaft Sensor

See this ebay item looks like same as mine 152164899598 Darren On 22 Jul 2016 8:46 am, "Jim Hearne" wrote: > It should just be the 2 pin connector on this page. > > http://www.vehicle-wiring-products.eu/section.php/213/1/junior-timer-connectors > > Then you need some of the

Re: [Quantum Owners] Crankshaft Sensor

The connector on my sensor(from a fiesta turbo) uses a mini timer type similar to the injector plugs, if so brands hatch Motorsport on ebay sells them unmade new. On 18 Jul 2016 5:37 pm, "'Jim Turner' via Quantum Owners Group" < quantumowners@googlegroups.com> wrote: > Hi All > Does anyone have,

Re: [Quantum Owners] what to use for gluing side windows

When i did my coupe side and rear screen i brought the proper black ceramic paint with etch primer and windscreen adhesive. It worked ok but the side screens gave gone again after only 5-6 yrs. This time i am going to glue the sides in clear then a friend is going to cut me some uv proof black

Re: [Quantum Owners] Alternative programmable ecu

I had been working on a pic based one , then i found speeduino , it was much further along than mine, so i switch over. I am currently designing a CAN bus interface and transmission controller in conjunction with the project. Darren On 4 Jun 2016 8:44 am, "Jim Hearne" wrote:

Re: [Quantum Owners] Mk 1 Strut Tops

arched as suggested..and > guess what, it's the same people near Wigan who are advertising the Fiesta > items. My friendly garage is going to measure for me tomorrow and so I > should have the information I need. > Bill > > > On Wednesday, 1 June 2016, 16:15, Darren Siepka <dar...@

Re: [Quantum Owners] Remote Door locking

I have had/got clifford systems in both my q's .a simple arrow in the 2+2 when first built and a full cat1 on the coupe with remote start. The cliffords offer two stage unlock of the doors and seperate boot pop Use a mk3/4 fiesta or similar boot motor for the boot mech On 21 May 2016 5:37 pm,

RE: [Quantum Owners] Wheels

Not sure what the offset is but I have a mk1 focus space saver as my spare on the coupe as I needed a 15 rim to clear the calipers on my big disc setup too. It clears the front and rears without any problems and fits in the space Q made behind the back seat for a 135 fiesta tyre n rim. Darren

[Quantum Owners] Re: MK 4 FIESTA DASH

You will need to do a chop job on the bottom of the column as the splines on the rack pinions are different. Other easily adapted columns that could be used are mk3 and 4 escort(yes I know probably rocking horse do da these days :-))or mgf. The mgf comes in both epas and non pas types as well as

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