Re: [Quantum Owners] H4/Facebook problem

Hi, you are Russ aren’t you? Just checked Facebook group and no Russ has joined in the last month according to the logs. And don’t recall any posts about non starting recently. Were you in this group? Quantum Sports Cars

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

Discord is very much like many real time chatting tools from old IRC to modern Slack and even Microsoft teams. Many people don’t thread their topics so you just get everyone talking at once, replies mistaken for a different topic and so on. Discord and chat platforms in general are really

Re: [Quantum Owners] Photo Request

If you want you can upload pics to the Facebook group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/4625693113/ On 12 Jun 2021, at 00:21, Matthew Wastell wrote:  How about one from the original quantum Ireland trip. We all lined up outside somewhere or other. I can dog that one out if interested

Re: [Quantum Owners] Photo Request

How about one from the original quantum Ireland trip. We all lined up outside somewhere or other. I can dog that one out if interested? A Morgan may have snuck in though! On 11 Jun 2021, at 18:08, 'Steve Kodź' via Quantum Owners Group wrote:  Yes, they will use a single photo in the

RE: [Quantum Owners] Xtreme Vs other 7 type cars.

> Last night's topic of conversation in the pub was your cars got inboard > suspension which is rubbish So has the aerial atom….. Must be rubbish then. (ok different design) Your friend sounds like an idiot. M -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Adrian Flux...

It certainly feels punitive, but if it’s in the contract. it’s why I always read contracts and never had PPI ;-) M On 21 Jun 2019, at 18:48, Niall McCracken mailto:niallmccrac...@gmail.com>> wrote: Hi all Thanks for all the comments - just to clarify I've had to scrap the quantum

Re: [Quantum Owners] H4 2litre Coolant hoses

nd you, that was a long time ago. Jim From: Matthew Wastell Sent: Wednesday, May 15, 2019 12:02 PM To: quantumowners@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [Quantum Owners] H4 2litre Coolant hoses My ears perk up if specialised engines are mentioned. Awful bunch of people! Terrible service. Supply bad e

Re: [Quantum Owners] H4 2litre Coolant hoses

My ears perk up if specialised engines are mentioned. Awful bunch of people! Terrible service. Supply bad engines, blame everyone else. IMHO only! On 15 May 2019, at 11:40, Jim Hearne mailto:j...@quantums.info>> wrote: I have to say, i think they (Specalised Engines) are going in the

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

It’s not quite true that making a car causes more emissions than running one. Assuming a 100k life manufacture is somewhere 20-30% of the life emissions. Of course life is down to use. Search for the toyota study if you are interested. Plenty of people have also corroborated the maths and

Re: [Quantum Owners] Barry the painter?

I had this too although went straight to my junk folder. My Mac displayed the image. Clicking on it and it was blocked by my router as that runs anti malware at the network level. My PC wouldn’t display the image (outlook 2016). I was going to inspect the webpage to see what it contained but

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Ethanol in petrol

Ethanol is higher octane I recall. It’s one of the reasons they like to use it when boosting na engines without further modifications. It’s something like 95 Ron becomes 97 with e10. M On 20 Aug 2018, at 20:00, Susan and Martin Scott mailto:susanandmar...@corringham99.free-online.co.uk>>

Re: [Quantum Owners] Suspension Bolts

Sold to Jim. Please transfer £0.00 in your own time. ;-) > On 20 Jul 2018, at 11:48, Jim Hearne wrote: > > They are probably the same camber adjusting bolts as i used on my 2+2 > I'll buy them please. > > Jim > > > -Original Message- From: Matthew Wast

Re: [Quantum Owners] Suspension Bolts

I’ve got some kind of top offset correction bolts knocking about if anyone wants them? Never needed them on mine as the geometry was near on perfect as standard. M > On 20 Jul 2018, at 10:28, Jim Hearne wrote: > > If Derek is referring to the bolts that hold the shock absorber onto the

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Lowering springs for my 2+2.

seems really soft/bouncy & on stilts at present. As for power in Bobs car, was awesome, but as my 23 yr old also drives mine, far too fast lol. Thanks again for input. Calum. Sent from my iPhone On 12 Apr 2017, at 23:57, Matthew Wastell <matt...@wastell.eu<mailto:matt...@wastell.

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Lowering springs for my 2+2.

of XR2 rear springs as seems really soft/bouncy & on stilts at present. As for power in Bobs car, was awesome, but as my 23 yr old also drives mine, far too fast lol. Thanks again for input. Calum. Sent from my iPhone On 12 Apr 2017, at 23:57, Matthew Wastell <matt...@wastell.eu<mai

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Lowering springs for my 2+2.

The setup is standard length XR2 rear springs, quantum red front springs, standard length xr2 Gaz adjustable damping dampers. I had to order the Gaz dampers specially as they are otherwise for lowered vehicles so wouldn't have the right range of travel. There are no extensions on the

Re: [Quantum Owners] 2 + 2 hard top for sale

Both fitted together in mine. M On 29 Sep 2016, at 17:01, Jim Hearne > wrote: I’m sure it fits inside, i expect somebody else can confirm. Jim From: derekcl...@gmail.com Sent: Thursday, September 29, 2016 4:43 PM To:

Re: [Quantum Owners] Quantum 2+2 Soft and Hard Top

I went via Glyn @ Kap (ex quantum guy), he put me in touch with the original maker who still had patterns. Can't remember how much it was but quality was good. M On 2 Sep 2016, at 19:18, Jim Hearne > wrote: I don't think Quantum are contactable

RE: [-SPAM-] Re: [Quantum Owners] Adrian Flux - 11 Months Insurance?

and asking when they are likely to resolve it - shall see what happens. Martin - Original Message - From: Matthew Wastell<mailto:matt...@wastell.eu> To: quantumowners@googlegroups.com<mailto:quantumowners@googlegroups.com> Sent: Tuesday, July 05, 2016 11:03 PM Subject: [-SPAM-]

RE: [Quantum Owners] Adrian Flux - 11 Months Insurance?

Hi Martin, What did classiccar.com value it at out of interest? If they agreed with the £12k and it has been insured on that basis for a long time, perhaps ask AF to be explicit why there is suddenly a massive drop, when the value of Quantums has stayed relatively stable, and the donor cars

RE: [Quantum Owners] Adrian Flux - 11 Months Insurance?

Hi Susan and Martin Scott, For the marketing, when you call in the IVR states you need to tell them if you don’t want marketing information… Just tell them when you call and they should remove you. Personally I find it irritating that you need to tell them as it can be easily missed – however

RE: [Quantum Owners] Light Burned Out?

Subject: Re: [Quantum Owners] Light Burned Out? Yes, i use the Phillips +100% as well. Jim On 02/07/2016 21:15, Matthew Wastell wrote: Have a look at the autoexpress tests of car bulbs… http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/accessories-tyres/89121/philips-x-tremevision When I had filaments last time I went

[Quantum Owners] Adrian Flux

Just wanted to type up a quick note about Adrian Flux.. Well technically Bikesure, but that's just one of their brand names. I've seen the odd bad press about insurance brokers here before, so wanted to post a positive one. Was about to go out on my quad the other day, when I realised my

RE: [Quantum Owners] Light Burned Out?

Have a look at the autoexpress tests of car bulbs… http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/accessories-tyres/89121/philips-x-tremevision When I had filaments last time I went for Philipps +100%. They certainly appeared to be very good. M From: quantumowners@googlegroups.com

Re: [Quantum Owners] Fuelling - A lucky escape?

t Ford allow for a range of 50 miles after the gauge reads empty. Jim On 13/03/2016 10:24, Matthew Wastell wrote: I've heard this said a million times, however has anyone actually had an issue running the tank very low or empty? My wife often used to challenge the gauge and on board computer in several

Re: [Quantum Owners] Black Top Zetec Breathing

I might be thick, but I don't remember A sump breather, only crankcase. (Pressed steel thing on the exhaust side). Got a pic? So long as you have one end of the system plumbed in to the air intake it should be fine. I'd put some kind of oil catch in the path too personally though. M >

Re: [Quantum Owners] Black Top Zetec Breathing

Personally I wouldn't directly vent to atmosphere as may get oil residue around the vent, even those aftermarket tanks - I've often noticed oil residue (maybe only on turbos though). On 'my' turbo Zetec I ran the breathers through a small air compressor line catch tank thingy and it caught

Re: [Quantum Owners] MPG

Be interested to hear what Rob is getting from the 2.0 Zetec turbo. I've had 20ish when going on lots of fast short journeys, and over 40 on the Ireland tour. MPG is so variable on driving style. However you carb boys are already at a disadvantage economy wise. Either way a smooth driving

Re: [Quantum Owners] Fuel Gauge Stuck at Top

Mine wouldn't move for the first 40 miles driving at normal road speeds then dive quite rapidly especially as I would almost brim the tank. Best thing to do is to fill up, reset the trip and see what happens around 100 miles. Mine could be showing 3/4 at that point. If you are super paranoid

[Quantum Owners] Mighty car mods

In case you haven't heard of it or seen it, I thought I'd share something I've been watching on YouTube for the last while Mighty Car Mods https://www.youtube.com/user/mightycarmods It's an Australian duo who do some mad things to their cars. Very interesting especially the series on building

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: New Coilovers for 2+2

Wow, what a difference. Looks fantastic to me. Mark (forget) surname was the one that coined 'on stilts' look. You can really see it in the first pics. Certainly not my taste, but do appreciate others prefer the higher setup (ie just my opinion) What's your chassis number Mark? I'm guessing

Re: [Quantum Owners] New Coilovers for 2+2

hen > driving "normally" . John Deverson has that car now and he would confirm that > it handles like a go kart. > My present 2+2 (ex Matthew Wastell car - I think it will always be known as > that) has Gaz adjustable dampers. It originally had Quantum red springs on > t

Re: [Quantum Owners] New Coilovers for 2+2

When I weighed my 2+2 with standard zetec motor, no carpets or sound deadening, but with stereo fitted it was 880Kgs.  I used the weighbridge at a major breakers. I don't know the xr2 weight as internet claims very from c8-900 Kg.  My theory therefore was that anything for the xr2 should be the

Re: [Quantum Owners] New Coilovers for 2+2

Jim's is/was lower than mine!! On 28 Dec 2015 16:41, Jim Hearne wrote: > > I have Gaz coilovers on my 2+2 > The first thing to note is that they are only coilovers on the front, the > rear still uses separate springs and shocks. > > The 2nd thing is it will be very low, even

Re: [Quantum Owners] Misfiring Zetec

ink i'm getting old as the 320bhp in your daily driver certainly felt > fast enough to me when i was in it recently !! > > Jim > > > -Original Message- From: Matthew Wastell > Sent: Monday, November 16, 2015 9:35 PM > To: quantumowners@googlegroups.com > Subje

RE: [Quantum Owners] Misfiring Zetec

Yay! At least it's had less firmware updates than replacement engines.. However the majority of those just weren't powerful enough rather than breaking them. ;-) Keep the laptop in the car on the longer runs just in case. It may be worth popping the case on the ECU and seeing if there is

RE: [Quantum Owners] Misfiring Zetec

did and some didn't. Jim On 08/11/2015 08:06, Matthew Wastell wrote: > Faulty lambda should not cause that I think, the correction is maximum 20% > even so it would be trying to lean it at that point anyway, not richen it. > > Will rack my brains later. However do the map r

RE: [Quantum Owners] Misfiring Zetec

There are too many numbers on the log that are different for me - a lot of them are generated from 'made up' constants. The tuner may have changed some of those base constants. Would suggest loading my last map so we can compare apples with apples. -Original Message- From:

RE: [Quantum Owners] Misfiring Zetec

gt; Did the fuel rail have the pressure measuring valve on it Matthew ?, some >> Zetec's did and some didn't. >> >> Jim >> >> >>> On 08/11/2015 08:06, Matthew Wastell wrote: >>> Faulty lambda should not cause that I think, the correction is maximum 2

Re: [Quantum Owners] Misfiring Zetec

Faulty lambda should not cause that I think, the correction is maximum 20% even so it would be trying to lean it at that point anyway, not richen it. Will rack my brains later. However do the map reload anyway in the mean time. I'm erring towards ignition if not the ecu. M > On 7 Nov

Re: [Quantum Owners] Misfiring Zetec

ding sprint and track > days) and been pretty much trouble free, so there had to be a problem at some > point. Ironic that we were chatting about it last week. > > > Bob > > Sent from my iPad > >> On 29 Oct 2015, at 19:48, Matthew Wastell <matt...@wastell.eu> wrot

Re: [Quantum Owners] Misfiring Zetec

5000 miles ( including sprint and track > days) and been pretty much trouble free, so there had to be a problem at some > point. Ironic that we were chatting about it last week. > > > Bob > > Sent from my iPad > >> On 29 Oct 2015, at 19:48, Matthew Wastell <matt.

Re: [Quantum Owners] Misfiring Zetec

Hi, Hopefully I can still remember the MS. Duty cycle is the amount of time the injectors are open. The injectors are configured for 2 squirts per engine cycle. (Most Zetec base maps are set to 4, it supposedly improves emissions, however it's only noticeable in a lab and causes rough idling

Re: [Quantum Owners] Misfiring Zetec

There's no MAF in this one, so if nothing else, that can be ticked off the check list. (It uses air pressure instead). On 28 Oct 2015, at 17:40, Bill Jackson > wrote: I had a problem with misfiring on the H4 (Silver top Zetec)

RE: [Quantum Owners] Re: H4 HEADLIGHT COVERS

Ian will email you tomorrow.. “I've not received anything post or email from a Stevie, I'll send message to s.cr...@hotmail.co.uk from work tomorrow.” Matthew From: quantumowners@googlegroups.com [mailto:quantumowners@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Steve Kodz Sent: 17 October 2015 21:15 To:

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: H4 HEADLIGHT COVERS

I'll let him know you are trying to contact him. On 17 Oct 2015, at 21:14, Steve Kod? > wrote: Steve, What website are you using? http://www.charlesworth-son.co.uk works for me. I'm not aware of any issues with Ian. Regards, Steve

RE: [Quantum Owners] Mirrors on 2+2

If anyone wants to play with a set of Mondeo electric mirrors to make them fit.. free to a good home – you need to collect from near Basingstoke though. M From: quantumowners@googlegroups.com [mailto:quantumowners@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of kynastonp . Sent: 15 September 2015 14:25 To:

RE: [Quantum Owners] Re: Electrical problems.

not been used for a while and it's tight to get on the poppers and the front latches. Remember, I'm just a skinny wee Scotsman who's never been to a gym. My wee arms get tired. LOL Bob Sent from my iPad On 8 Jun 2015, at 21:56, Matthew Wastell matt...@wastell.eu wrote: Come on... ripping

RE: [Quantum Owners] Re: Electrical problems.

I highly recommend getting the hood cover, it makes the rubber rings redundant and really tidies everything up nicely when the hood is down. I recall it was about £130. Keeps the hood really secure at silly speeds too. Matthew -Original Message- From: quantumowners@googlegroups.com

RE: [Quantum Owners] Re: Electrical problems.

Come on... ripping off the poppers, putting the hood up, ok 2 minutes... Maybe rain down here isn't so bad ;-) Seriously, drive faster, park under a bridge, happy days! -Original Message- From: quantumowners@googlegroups.com [mailto:quantumowners@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of

RE: [Quantum Owners] Re: Electrical problems.

I really have no idea how yours stays in place at any speed! I’m pretty sure mine wanted to take off at 90 mph….. 140 mph forget it!!! M From: quantumowners@googlegroups.com [mailto:quantumowners@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of Paschal Carroll Sent: 08 June 2015 20:18 To:

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: H4 HEADLIGHT COVERS

Drop him a mail he says, Ianz:a @ d:c charlesworth-sonmailto:i...@charlesworth-son.co.uk. q-w Co. r-t UK Matthew On 11 Dec 2014, at 23:06, Matthew Wastell matt...@wastell.eumailto:matt...@wastell.eu

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: H4 HEADLIGHT COVERS

He doesn't read here but I can mention it to him. Matthew On 9 Dec 2014, at 17:04, Jim Hearne j...@quantums.infomailto:j...@quantums.info wrote: Ian Cummings did make some, not sure if he's still on here or has any left. Jim From: steve cmailto:s.cr...@hotmail.co.uk Sent: Tuesday,

RE: [Quantum Owners] Good Engine Reconditioners?

Pretty sure it was standard carb, no idea if the jets were changed or not to suit, however it certainly wasn’t performing as you’d expect a special 1.9 engine to. I’ve no idea where the oil was going now, I was pretty clueless about such things back then, however it was SE who said it was warn

Re: [Quantum Owners] Good Engine Reconditioners?

I'm one of the people who reports extremely poor and over charged service from specialised engines. Sorry can't recommend anyone else though :-( Matthew On 29 Oct 2014, at 22:23, Dave English dandh.engl...@gmail.commailto:dandh.engl...@gmail.com wrote: Hi all With nearly 200k on the clock

Re: [Quantum Owners] Good Engine Reconditioners?

I used them about 10 years ago. Terrible engine wear and oil leaks everywhere with low mileage (1 pint of oil per petrol tank approx was needed) They said it was nothing to do with them, I must have used the wrong petrol and they charged me near ?300 to change the oil and say the engine is

Re: [Quantum Owners] Quantum Mk1 destruction.

That does sound weird, if he's doing this to make money selling parts, then you'd think he'd sell the shell. Any value in a quantum reg number if you put it back on a fiesta? On 21 Oct 2014, at 11:08, Jim Hearne j...@quantums.info wrote: Sorry, i meant added to a blocked buyer list (yes,

Re: [Quantum Owners] Quick Quantums

I had, now with Rob, a 2.0 Zetec turbo. About 250 bhp and more than enough for a FWD. Matt On 23 Sep 2014, at 10:18, AndyH andy.hawo...@gmail.commailto:andy.hawo...@gmail.com wrote: I've been thinking about my 2+2, it's probably the quickest Quantum I've owned. The last one I had was running

Re: [Quantum Owners] Quick Quantums

for overtaking. I was fortunate to buy a Zetec turbo powered 2+2 in May this year. Those who have been on here for a good few years will know the car as it was rebuilt by Jim Hearn and Matthew Wastell with a very special engine developing approx 250BHP. It is very very fast. Probably the fastest car I

Re: [Quantum Owners] Quick Quantums

. I was fortunate to buy a Zetec turbo powered 2+2 in May this year. Those who have been on here for a good few years will know the car as it was rebuilt by Jim Hearn and Matthew Wastell with a very special engine developing approx 250BHP. It is very very fast. Probably the fastest car I have

Re: [Quantum Owners] Indicator oddness

My guess, either the flasher relay or stalk. The hazards may use the same relay so check the hazards at cold. If they work then it's at least not the relay and I'd then check inductor stalk by shorting the need connections. If the hazards dont work I would change the relay / check the

Re: [Quantum Owners] Indicator oddness

And of course check hazard switch as indicators route through there normally. On 18 Oct 2012, at 14:06, Matthew Wastell matt...@wastell.eu wrote: My guess, either the flasher relay or stalk. The hazards may use the same relay so check the hazards at cold. If they work then it's at least

Re: [Quantum Owners] Auto Choke on 2+2

Yes Basically what is being suggested is a bit too much fuel is going in. When it gets colder an engine will be colder and will need more fuel (due to fuel condensation), basically offsetting the issue. Lets put it this way, carbs and chokes are old tech, they work, but you have to get

Re: [Quantum Owners] Auto Choke on 2+2

It's not that easy to flood once started. Just don't put the pedal to the floor immediately after starting and don't press the pedal over and over before starting. When you press the pedal the carb squirts a bit of extra fuel in. There is a small tank of fuel in the carb. So even when the

Re: [Quantum Owners] Auto Choke on 2+2

before it would start. Jim -Original Message- From: Matthew Wastell Sent: Wednesday, October 03, 2012 12:57 PM To: quantumowners@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [Quantum Owners] Auto Choke on 2+2 It's not that easy to flood once started. Just don't put the pedal to the floor

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Auto Choke on 2+2

the next day. I'd have to take all the plugs out and heat them on the gas cooker before it would start. Jim -Original Message- From: Matthew Wastell Sent: Wednesday, October 03, 2012 12:57 PM To: quantumowners@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [Quantum Owners] Auto Choke on 2+2 It's

Re: [Quantum Owners] another 'project on ebay'

Quentum?? ;-) On 30 Sep 2012, at 23:25, Gary gary_brokensh...@blueyonder.co.uk wrote:

Re: [Quantum Owners] Engine Cold in the Morning

Misspelling of loud pedal M On 30 Sep 2012, at 18:13, Chris Brighton chris.j.brigh...@gmail.com wrote: This is gonna sound pathetic but what is the load pedal?! Also, what do you mean I need to pull that out as well? Thanks. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: xtreme engine mounts

We've got 2+2s so probably a different part. I don't think they were Motorsport versions but not entirely sure. M On 28 Sep 2012, at 14:43, Nigel Plant nigelp...@googlemail.com wrote: Do you know which mount you guys use? Is it FOR173M or FOR174MX, the difference being standard or

Re: [Quantum Owners] xtreme engine mounts

Er no idea sorry! On 28 Sep 2012, at 17:28, Sonic H soni...@hotmail.com wrote: Matthew, Do you know the part numbers of the mounts you use on the 2+2, i've got one that needs new mounts. Thanks Chris -Original Message- From: Matthew Wastell Sent: 28/09/2012 5:21

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: xtreme engine mounts

I've got vibra techniques mounts. At first I was worried they would transmit too much engine noise to the car, however they don't make any noticeable difference. They really do hold the engine in though. If highly recommend them. Matthew On 17 Sep 2012, at 19:04, Nigel Plant

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: 2+2 alarm problems.

Any thief that brakes a window in a soft top is perhaps a bit more daft than normal ;-) Supposedly a friend of a friend was so sick of the window on his cosworth something or other being broken for the thiefs only to run off due to the alarm he used to leave it unlocked, but alarmed. Some time

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: 2+2 alarm problems.

What happened to the adventurous kit car owner? Rip it out! If it goes wrong you'll then learn to put it back together (or rather the garage doing it in this case will). ;-) M On 10 Sep 2012, at 19:11, Gary gary_brokensh...@blueyonder.co.uk wrote: having been in the business of auto

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Just bought a 2+2

Odiham is just 'round the corner from me. Any more spaces free? She can drive mine so long as I can be a passenger, always wanted to see why my friends go white. Matthew On 9 Sep 2012, at 00:16, jon jackson jon.jacks...@ntlworld.com wrote: - Original Message - From: jon

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: 2+2 alarm problems.

Yes Some central locking kits have dumb slave actuators (normally 2 wire) and the master lock has 4 wires. In a kit you normally get 2 of each. However you can split the kit across 2 x 2 door cars and use an alarm as the driver on one. In fact I think mine is 2 x 2 wires, ie manually

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Hesitation on acceleration

if this is symptomatic of my issue, just trying to think it through. I have replaced the regulator a couple of years ago when trying to track down a previous problem. Many thanks Trevor On Aug 31, 6:43 pm, Matthew Wastell matt...@wastell.eu wrote: Random guess - fuel Pressure

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Question For The Electronics Whizzkids

Jim showed me how to do that with two normal relays. Was in the context of something completely different to cars though (water pumping system). I assume two normal relays is not considered expensive. I'm sure halfords or maplins did a fake alarm kit for about a fiver. If they still do might

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Hesitation on acceleration

when trying to track down a previous problem. Many thanks Trevor On Aug 31, 6:43 pm, Matthew Wastell matt...@wastell.eu wrote: Random guess - fuel Pressure regulator? M On 31 Aug 2012, at 13:56, Critter trev.cr...@virginmedia.com wrote: Hi All

Re: [Quantum Owners] Mileage

It's geared off the speedo cable. Probably easiest to replace the speedo and odo from the cluster if it's nothing obvious. M On 28 Aug 2012, at 18:03, Sonic H soni...@hotmail.com wrote: My 2+2 odometer has stopped working t oday but I still have the speedo working. How does the odometer

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Hesitation on acceleration

Random guess - fuel Pressure regulator? M On 31 Aug 2012, at 13:56, Critter trev.cr...@virginmedia.com wrote: Hi All, Ok a bit of an update. I have reset the ecu by disconnecting the battery overnight and the as Jim said I let it to tickover until the fan kicked in. It appears to

Re: [Quantum Owners] Mileage

Alternator for rpm was used on older diesels I believe. M On 29 Aug 2012, at 10:08, Jim Hearne j...@quantums.info wrote: the tacho is normally electronic and usually measures the rotational speed of the alternator. Not on any petrol engine cars i've come across, the tacho measures the

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: The blue shell rescued last year

So what happened / what did they do? Matthew On 22 Aug 2012, at 07:01, george pearcegeor...@hotmail.co.uk wrote: Yes the black shell is on going Ken Needham had the nosecone to repair his front damage. Another owner was going to buy the boot lid as his was shot but never turned up as soon

Re: [Quantum Owners] Morrisons 6p off per litre - rip off

Take both with petrol receipt to customer services and ask for the diff back :-) asking normally gets in such cases IME. M On 24 Jul 2012, at 22:32, Gary gary_brokensh...@blueyonder.co.uk wrote: Just been ripped off. Read the small print on the coupon. - you also need your RECEIPT! I

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Xtreme Headlamp woes!

I was wondering about this too. Does it make any difference if the car doesn't have a middle brake light as standard? M On 24 Jul 2012, at 19:07, Chris Young chris.young...@gmail.com wrote: From my research I am not sure they are legal. The idea as implemented In production cars is that

Re: [Quantum Owners] CVH 2 litre Crankshaft Sensor

Try this for weird, my car has auto stop start, this stopped working, the fix? New rear windscreen. I kid you not! M On 14 Apr 2004, at 00:17, jon jackson jon.jacks...@ntlworld.com wrote: Oh yes modern cars are so wonderful, Our Vectra that we used to own decided not to run and along

Re: [Quantum Owners] Squeaky discs

I can't offer any real advise except to think the pads are dragging on the discs. However I am really interested to know the overall outcome, costs and if the kit is still available. I've never been overly happy with the brakes and I think overall feel will be better with rear discs even if

[Quantum Owners] Flooding

I'm sat here in 'sunny' northern Germany and just heard about the UKs flooding. So how are quantums doing? Anyone fitted a snorkel yet or have some good pics? Hope everyone is well and not too badly affected. Matthew -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Insurance time

I've unfortunately had quite a few insurance claims in the past. None with the quantum. In my experience it has been easiest to skip the broker and go direct to the insurance company it generally speeds up claims, I've had complete loss payouts in 2 weeks doing it this way, best via broker

RE: [Quantum Owners] Re: Distributor identification

Hi, Did you take a look at the link I sent? Whilst it mentioned the Mk3 Escort, it also says that it fits the XR2, I wonder how they account for the different setups that you mentioned. Anyway I've leave you with funny old tech.. I like electronics ;-) As to the advance, if you get it wrong,

Re: [Quantum Owners] Distributor identification

I think it fits ... In the box! Seriously how about this? http://www.ignitioncarparts.co.uk/PartLists.aspx?PerformSearch=manufacturercodeSearchValue=84SF-12100-MA However, buying something you've no idea what it fits, barmier than a chocolate covered fish! I've some prop shafts in my

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Zetec-ed

for the input, would be pleased with maps. Cheers, Rolf On 15 mei, 14:33, Matthew Wastell matt...@wastell.eu wrote: Nice one! If and when you do switch to MS I've probably still got my RS1800 maps available, although saying that I can't remember if we only put the MS on the 2000 engine. I'm

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Zetec-ed

Sorry missed the bit about mismatched ECU. That'll do it ;-) On 19 May 2012, at 11:34, Matthew Wastell matt...@wastell.eu wrote: The ecu can get in a twist. You need to reset it then follow the 'official' start up procedure which of course I can't remember! M On 19 May 2012, at 08

RE: [Quantum Owners] Zetec-ed

Nice one! If and when you do switch to MS I've probably still got my RS1800 maps available, although saying that I can't remember if we only put the MS on the 2000 engine. I'm using the original MS board. (Jim correct me if I'm wrong) Either way the map should be pretty close. The only

RE: [Quantum Owners] Am I the last one to notice

France = 50mg, UK = 80mg. From: quantumowners@googlegroups.com [mailto:quantumowners@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of michaelhughe...@aol.com Sent: 02 April 2012 00:22 To: quantumowners@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [Quantum Owners] Am I the last one to notice In a message dated

Re: [Quantum Owners] 3 times stronger?

As explained to me glass fibre splits and cracks splits and cracks each time absorbing energy. It's a similar story with wood. Metal does not do that, energy is absorbed when it bends instead. This is why they build crumple zones into metal cars. It's nothing to do with its strength, in fact it

Re: [Quantum Owners] 3 times stronger?

Then there was the pug 205 that flipped three times in my road in reading writing off several cars and the bloke simply walked away without any scratches. There is always some survival stories if you look ;-) Stay safe boys and girls and don't crash ;-) On 23 Mar 2012, at 10:06, Jim Hearne

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Fw: 2+2 handling problem

The LSD will tend to pull it into the corner more from my limited experience. M On 22 Mar 2012, at 23:08, jon jackson jon.jacks...@ntlworld.com wrote: - Original Message - From: jon jackson jon.jacks...@ntlworld.com To: quantumowners@googlegroups.com Sent: Thursday, March 22,

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: More lights

as the theory. Eddie On Feb 20, 8:49 pm, Matthew Wastell matt...@wastell.eu wrote: Some of the modern cars flash the brakes when they are first applied. Not sure if pressure or g related or time or what but I've seen on a few high end fancy cars. On 20 Feb 2012, at 14:43, TonyV q

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: More lights

People tend to chop them off eu bikes as well to tidy up the rear end a bit. Have seen many 'tasteful' hacksaw jobs that are far from square and even have the plastic swarf still attached, sigh. On 21 Feb 2012, at 20:09, Dave the Subbie dave_the_sub...@hotmail.com wrote: My bike failed

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Car headlights

Are filaments focused? On 19 Feb 2012, at 16:44, Eddie erus...@blueyonder.co.uk wrote: I think it might be because the light is not focused. Any others with ideas ?? On Feb 19, 1:27 pm, Matthew Wastell matt...@wastell.eu wrote: Why don't cars use fluorescent headlights? -- You

  1   2   3   4   >