Re: [Quantum Owners] Rear brake hub

2023-10-08 Thread Pete M
On Friday, 29 September 2023 at 19:33:44 UTC+1 Julian wrote: Hi again I assume that despite the changes re the hub being an integrated or two part design, the bearings remained the same. The ones I bought seem to be a perfect fit and they do also, according to the suppliers' listings, fit

[Quantum Owners] Re: Radiator hose.

2023-04-19 Thread Pete M
It looks like the LH hose between the engine and the radiator. We're looking down on it as it would be fitted to the car On Monday, 17 April 2023 at 22:02:27 UTC+1 flob...@gmail.com wrote: > Does anyone recognise this hose? I've taken it off an H4 fitted with a > 2ltr Zetec silver top, I

Re: [Quantum Owners] H4 electrics - inertia switch

2022-09-25 Thread Pete M
That's the switch - to reset it you just press the button on the top On Sunday, 25 September 2022 at 16:33:07 UTC+1 julian wrote: > Hi > > I have found an air bag sensor (though there are none in the car of > course) and close by another potential suspect - see attached. It's the > right sort

Re: [Quantum Owners] Photo Request

2021-06-11 Thread Pete M
Steve I can't send you a direct message but I have a picture from the Kent Tour containing one or more of all four models - can yoy drop me an email and I'll send it to you Pete On Friday, 11 June 2021 at 18:08:12 UTC+1 Steve Kodz wrote: > Yes, they will use a single photo in the programme,

Re: [Quantum Owners] H4 Exhaust

2020-08-17 Thread Pete M
I fitted a Magnex stainless steel exhaust on mine when built and the rear hanger was in a different place - rear rather than front of the silencer I think. I just moved the bracket On Monday, 17 August 2020 at 09:55:28 UTC+1 bilje55 wrote: > Good Morning Julian. It was always advertised as a

Re: [Quantum Owners] Radiator repalcement questions

2020-02-11 Thread Pete M
Merlin Motorsport has a Davies Craig one : https://www.merlinmotorsport.co.uk/p/digital-thermatic-radiator-fan-switch-adjustable-0444 On Sunday, 9 February 2020 19:17:05 UTC, Derek Clews wrote: > > I was, forgot, now you mention it. Just googled and got: > > Kenlowe only supply fans to vehicle

Re: [Quantum Owners] Fuse box

2019-12-13 Thread Pete M
On Thursday, 12 December 2019 08:56:01 UTC, Jim Hearne wrote: > > Do you have any pictures ? > I can't recall the Mk3 Fiesta having a fusebox on the battery terminal, i > think that came in later. > I didn't remember one either so I've just been to check and I don't have a fusebox by the

[Quantum Owners] Re: Stoneleigh

2016-04-29 Thread Pete M
I had hoped to be there this year as I'm not off to Shelsley Walsh, but as my H4 is still MoT-less and I've not had time to replace the perished fuel hose I'll have to miss it again. Please could someone give apologies from Gail and me to the AGM. Pete -- -- You received this message

[Quantum Owners] Re: Mondeo 2.0 Zetec Silvertop into H4 1.6 Zetec Silvertop - which ECU

2014-05-27 Thread Pete M
Hi Andrew From your previous and current symptoms it still sounds like the crank sensor is faulty, so assuming that the new sensor's not faulty then is the wiring to the sensor OK? Pete -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Quantum Owners Group

[Quantum Owners] Re: Boot Lock

2014-01-02 Thread Pete M
On Tuesday, 31 December 2013 15:03:54 UTC, Parky wrote: The continuing saga of the boot lock. I had the boot lock and latch given to me in parts when I bought the H4. Having looked at the build manual page 16.50 to be precise I fashioned the lock wire as per the diagram to

[Quantum Owners] Re: Boot Lock

2013-12-04 Thread Pete M
On Tuesday, 3 December 2013 21:02:51 UTC, Richard P wrote: Pete, You are a gent mate! They say a picture paints a thousand words, went straight into my garage and it was then plain for me to see and fit. Thanks very much. No worries - glad it helped Pete -- -- You received this

[Quantum Owners] Re: Boot Lock

2013-12-03 Thread Pete M
On Tuesday, 3 December 2013 12:38:51 UTC, Richard P wrote: Hi Russell/Chris, Given it a go and found that the lock has moulded grooves top and bottom. It seems that the said plate needs to be fixed from the top down. However there is a hole in the opposing half of the plate. I still

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Boot Lock

2013-12-03 Thread Pete M
On Tuesday, 3 December 2013 19:01:38 UTC, Susan and Martin Scott wrote: Is the hole for locating a solenoid for remote release? Martin Probably - I've got one sitting in the boot, I just need to work out how to fit it! -- -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the

[Quantum Owners] Re: SORN.

2013-09-07 Thread Pete M
On Friday, 6 September 2013 21:15:04 UTC+1, Jim Hearne wrote: I thought that the need to renew SORN declarations every year had been removed at this years budget but i've just had a reminder. I think that Continuous SORN or whatever it was called applies from December 31. It certainly

[Quantum Owners] Re: Did you all spot this ebay item: 251327059236

2013-09-01 Thread Pete M
It's disappointing to see it all like that - I wish I had the space to store it. Anyone want to buy an H4.? -- -- 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

[Quantum Owners] Re: Mate PG1 gearbox to Zetec engine.

2013-07-12 Thread Pete M
As Jim says the PG1 is a Rover gearbox (originally Honda I think) fitted to the T16 (2.0) and the VVC versions of the 1.8 K. In around 2004 Rover fitted the IB5 to the lower powered K series (1.4 and 1.6) in the 25/ZR but it's not compatible with earlier K series so I don't think that the PG1

[Quantum Owners] Re: Stoneleigh - And the Return Journey!!!!

2013-05-08 Thread Pete M
Ah, that's what the problem was then. On the way up on Monday the Stratford bypass was a bad traffic jam so we came back down the Fosseway via Morton in Marsh and that was OK. And I'll raise everyone else's water leaks with what looks like an oil leak - I think the H4 is jealous of the

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Quantum Coupe Mk1 Rear quarter

2013-03-29 Thread Pete M
On Thursday, 28 March 2013 11:23:58 UTC, Omar wrote: I ordered another scirocco mk1 glass off ebay yesterday just to make sure, as i said i checked it before but was a tad bit too long. I also discovered that my rear quarter has the exact same numbers as Steve Kodz, but without the audi

Re: [Quantum Owners] Silvertop vs Blacktop

2013-01-30 Thread Pete M
On Wednesday, 30 January 2013 08:41:34 UTC, Jim Hearne wrote: Yes, it will be more work but nothing insurmountable. The first thing to think about though is probably the engine management. All the black top engine ECU’s will be coded to the key so you need to make sure you buy an ecu

Re: [Quantum Owners] H4s

2012-12-30 Thread Pete M
On Thursday, December 27, 2012 7:27:27 PM UTC, Eddie wrote: Does anyone know where the demonstrator ended up ? Converted back to standard I think. I'm pretty sure I remember reading a magazine review a few months after with a comment that it was the H4s shown at Newark but refitted with

Re: [Quantum Owners] QUANTUM H4 for sale

2012-11-29 Thread Pete M
I've tried it using FF10 (CentOS) and Safari 6 (OSX) and FF16 (OSX) and it looks fine here too. -- 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

Re: [Quantum Owners] Hello all just bought a H4

2012-09-26 Thread Pete M
On Sunday, September 23, 2012 10:46:05 PM UTC+1, Gary wrote: Keeping an eye for our old H4 not M2..SWP silver is it?? We saw it at a QMOPS at Eddie's unit last year (I think) having new headlight covers fitted -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

Re: [Quantum Owners] Hello all just bought a H4

2012-09-25 Thread Pete M
On Monday, September 24, 2012 8:20:26 PM UTC+1, quantumlee wrote: I intend to join the club this weekend to become part of the action so to speak, perhaps some of you may know my car its on the Quantum owners club Homepage and I would be interested to talk to the original builder or

[Quantum Owners] Re: CURBOROUGH TRACK DAY SATURDAY 20TH OCTOBER 2012

2012-09-21 Thread Pete M
On Saturday, September 15, 2012 8:29:29 PM UTC+1, vince wrote: Here's a list of names so far [if you are not listed please contact me either on here or via the gmail address. Oops, thought I had my name down. I'll be there in the H4.. or maybe the Impreza. If there are any more

Re: [Quantum Owners] H4 Front Indicator Lenses

2012-08-07 Thread Pete M
On Monday, August 6, 2012 10:58:44 PM UTC+1, Gary wrote: 1996 toyota ceilca 1994 http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=300693513124 http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TOYOTA-CELICA-ST202-GEN-6-CONVERTIBLE-N-S-LEFT-HAND-INDICATOR-UNIT-1994-99-/290696302055 Or possibly a

Re: [Quantum Owners] Quantum Kit Cars ( The End )

2012-07-19 Thread Pete M
On Thursday, July 19, 2012 7:57:08 PM UTC+1, Steve Kodz wrote: I would like to be the first to thank Eddie for all his support and enthusiasm for the Quantum marque over many many year and look forward to his continued support. I wish Eddie all the best with his Dynamic Mouldings

Re: [Quantum Owners] Quantum H4 Suspension/Wheels/Tyres

2012-06-11 Thread Pete M
On Sunday, June 10, 2012 8:37:05 PM UTC+1, Steve Kodz wrote: springs for softer one though. I would suggest that for a good comfort/handling compromise 195/50/15 would be the best size tyre to run. They are, but they don't quite fit if you're running 7x15 wheels, which seems to be the

[Quantum Owners] Re: Alternator

2012-04-14 Thread Pete M
On Saturday, April 14, 2012 11:33:20 AM UTC+1, Paul wrote: Hi all, Hopfully a simple one for all you experts out there. My alternator is making lots of noise so i think the bearing are going or gone. the current one is from the donnor 1.8 CVH sierra, but it is fitted to a 1.8 zetec,

[Quantum Owners] Re: Unsubscribe

2012-04-12 Thread Pete M
On Thursday, April 12, 2012 4:48:41 PM UTC+1, jayne corrigan wrote: Please could you unsubscribe me as I don't seem yo be able to do it! Have you both tried signing into the Google group, clicking the My Membership button and then Leave Group (or no email)? -- You received this message

[Quantum Owners] Re: QMOPS and Practical Classics

2012-02-18 Thread Pete M
On Jan 31, 5:43 pm, Steve Kodz st...@h4-turbo.co.uk wrote: I've been told to expect the QMOPS project to be featured in the April edition of Practical Classics, in the Resto News section.  Let's see what they write... PC's April 2012 edition landed on the doormat this morning - the Mark 1

[Quantum Owners] Re: More Mondeo Brakes!

2012-01-24 Thread Pete M
On Jan 23, 10:10 pm, Dave the Subbie dave_the_sub...@hotmail.com wrote: Can I presume that all the ST24s are the same, because that model spanned two models of Mondeo didn't it? No - it's was a cost thing. Up to 1998, the V6 Mondeos had the same calipers as the Escort and Granada Cosworths

[Quantum Owners] Re: Quantum Specifications

2012-01-21 Thread Pete M
On Jan 13, 8:30 pm, Eddie erus...@blueyonder.co.uk wrote: Hi all I am currently writing the new Quantum Kit cars web site. I want this web site to be a good reference point for new and old members alike. Therfore I need some help. Whilst I have all the specifications from the build

[Quantum Owners] Re: Full Face Helmets

2012-01-21 Thread Pete M
On Jan 21, 1:59 pm, Steve Kodz st...@h4-turbo.co.uk wrote: Alex, Unless you specifically need a helmet approved by the MSA(?) I think that only Silverstone requires an MSA-approved helmet for track days. As Steve says, it's best to go and try helmets on to find one that's comfortable - some

[Quantum Owners] Re: Exhaust suplier needed urgently

2011-11-25 Thread Pete M
On Nov 25, 10:57 am, steve c s.cr...@hotmail.co.uk wrote: Hi Does anyone know a supplier who can provide a MK3 XR2i equivalent exhaust. My Local dealers are all having trouble and coming up with silly prices. I might have to go the bespoke stainless route, but cash is a bit tight having

[Quantum Owners] Re: SATURDAY OCTOBER 15TH 2011 - PRACTISE DAY AT CURBOROUGH SPRINT COURSE

2011-10-15 Thread Pete M
Thanks to Vince for an excellent day out and for organising the weather to go with it too. I think it's one of the best club turn outs that we've seen at Curborough even if we didn't all make it by Q (ahem!) Pete Gail -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

[Quantum Owners] Re: QOC - help please!

2011-07-18 Thread Pete M
On Jul 18, 9:20 am, Magic Jayne ja...@magicbyjayne.co.uk wrote: Hi Can anyone help me, I sent off my Membership form and subs last week for QOC but not heard back yet Gail forwarded the latest batch of forms on to Steve (the membership secretary) at the weekend,. I thought that the

[Quantum Owners] Re: Business Insurance

2011-07-11 Thread Pete M
On Jul 9, 2:36 pm, Derek Clews derek_cl...@lineone.net wrote: Dear All, I know one or two of you have business insurance on your Q's.  FJ say   they will not do business cover on a kit car at all.   When I asked FJ a couple of years ago, they did. I was after cover for travel in

[Quantum Owners] Tour of Kent

2011-06-06 Thread Pete M
Hi everyone The itinerary for this year's QOC Tour of Kent is now available on the QOC website in the members area - see http://www.quantumowners.co.uk/qoc-members-only/53-tours/157-qoc-credit-crunch-tour-of-kent-itinerary.html. If anyone's interested in joining us for one of the days, please let

[Quantum Owners] Re: H4 Roll-over/Anti-trickle-fill valve

2011-04-25 Thread Pete M
On Apr 19, 5:42 pm, Jim Turner jim.tur...@talktalk.net wrote: Hi Can the roll-over/Anti-trickle-fill valve assembly be cleaned as mine appears to be clogged. The pipes appear to be ok but there is a pressure build up in the fuel tank. (It hisses when opened) No one else has asked so I

[Quantum Owners] Gearbox Cradle

2011-04-17 Thread Pete M
I'm attempting to cure the wobbly gearbox problem on my H4, i.e. where the nearside driveshaft seems too long. I've played around with engine alignment and changed the lower arms but it's still there. I'm not convinced that the gearbox cradle's not slightly distorted as the donor had had a

[Quantum Owners] H4 numbers?

2011-04-15 Thread Pete M
Hi everyone In amongst the membership renewal letters, Gail's been asked a question from one of the members about whether they have the first H4. She's got the registration number and asked me if I knew. I remembered the first H4 being on the cover of Which Kit, found the mag (from 14 years

[Quantum Owners] Re: Payment of Membership Subscriptions

2011-04-03 Thread Pete M
On Apr 2, 11:28 pm, bilje55 billjackso...@btinternet.com wrote: Does anyone out there pay their sub by On-Line banking ? I set up an arrangement last year with my On-line bank account and duly used the facility 10 days ago to pay. Problemhow does one know that it's arrived and been

[Quantum Owners] 2011 QOC Tour

2011-03-29 Thread Pete M
OK, so the French trip was going to be a bit expensive and that's not really the thing to do at the moment. So we've come up with a lower cost proposal - The Champagne and Oysters Tour”.. Champagne and Oysters? How are we making this cheaper? Answer - Kent. Kent is the home to growers of

[Quantum Owners] Re: quantum owners member insurance discount

2010-11-29 Thread Pete M
On Nov 28, 12:50 am, Andrew thefletcher...@btinternet.com wrote: My FJ insurance with Club membership is about 50% of the 'normal quote' + nice things like unlimited mileage. Not to mention European insurance + breakdown cover. Pete -- You received this message because you are subscribed

[Quantum Owners] 2011 French Tour Proposal

2010-11-29 Thread Pete M
Advanced notice - this should be in the next magazine too, but I'm trying to gauge interest in next years QOC Tour. As it's the club's 21st birthday at Newark next year, we thought that it would be good to pop down to Rheims in northern France and pick up some champagne to celebrate this event.

[Quantum Owners] Re: Stafford Kit Car Show

2010-09-18 Thread Pete M
On Sep 18, 7:51 pm, Kelvin Chambers kel...@kachambers.co.uk wrote: Yes, I'm going to the Haynes day too - weather should be ok therehopefully. How many owners are going?? Had been intending to go, but things have come up I can't make it now Have fun Pete -- You received this

[Quantum Owners] Re: H4 TYRES

2010-07-19 Thread Pete M
On 18 July, 19:45, Jim Turner jim.tur...@talktalk.net wrote: I have read the previous posts re: tyres, but has anyone up to date suggestions for tyres on my H4? The size is 195x50 r15 which makes the speedo correct. I am using Toyo Proxies at the moment. Good wet or dry but not so good in

[Quantum Owners] Re: Yipee Yahoo Hallelujah

2010-05-21 Thread Pete M
On 21 May, 07:49, Chris Xtreme youngster2...@googlemail.com wrote: I wouldn't drive it myself, unless you can confirm with your insurance company that it is ok. FJ were fine, and issued me with a month's cover note for SVA the DVLA trip. You'll need insurance cover before you can have the

[Quantum Owners] Re: Yipee Yahoo Hallelujah

2010-05-20 Thread Pete M
Chris thanks very much. Do you know the reason why you cannot drive it to the DVLA inspection? It's a grey area and seems to be down to your local DVLA office - the directgov website doesn't seem to help as it covers MoTs and VIC inspections, but not the inspection that *may* (their words) be

[Quantum Owners] Re: bottom ball joint / wish bone

2010-03-31 Thread Pete M
On 28 Mar, 16:50, reckless_b bill_green_2...@hotmail.co.uk wrote: I have been having fun with my H4's r/h bottom wish bone, I found a deal of play in it when I spotted the inner edge of the tyre being scrubbed away, I bought and fitted a replacement part NoQSA1471S and from the start I still

[Quantum Owners] Re: Flexiable brakes

2010-02-12 Thread Pete M
On 12 Feb, 11:51, Stuart Carvell stuartcarv...@hotmail.com wrote: When fitting the braided flexi hoses to the rear of my H4, they reach straight to the drum without being taught.   The car has coilovers and the flexis are still not taught on full droop! When you say not taught, what do you

[Quantum Owners] Re: ERST recaro rears in H4

2009-12-01 Thread Pete M
On 30 Nov, 17:32, Stuart Carvell stuartcarv...@hotmail.com wrote: Hello, I have bought some ERST recaro seats for my H4 can i just transfer the current runners from the fiesta SI wingback seats i have? That's what I've done with the Fiesta RS Turbo seats. If your Si seats are on the mk3.5

[Quantum Owners] Re: H4 Not Starting

2009-12-01 Thread Pete M
On 30 Nov, 16:21, Critter trevor.2.critten...@gsk.com wrote: Hi Hamish, a..The crankshaft sensor I haven't checked yet as I assumed (wrongly) that this produced the spark and the camshaft sensor triggered the injectors. So I will check this. If the crankshaft sensor's not working then I

[Quantum Owners] Re: H4 ABS

2009-11-30 Thread Pete M
On 30 Nov, 12:08, Stuart Carvell stuartcarv...@hotmail.com wrote: Only reason im asking is because some of the parts im replaceing are abs specific. It might not be quite that simple, and even if you don't have ABS, it's posssible that some of the part fitted might be applicable to ABS

[Quantum Owners] Re: H4 Not Starting

2009-11-30 Thread Pete M
On 30 Nov, 10:41, Critter trevor.2.critten...@gsk.com wrote: Hi All, This is my first post on this forum guys so be gentle. Hi Trevor, welcome to the group. We don't bite, honestly well, maybe not too often ;-) I have recently purchased a H4 with a 1.8 Zetec engine and although the

[Quantum Owners] Re: CURBOROUGH practise day SATURDAY OCTOBER 17TH 2009

2009-10-15 Thread Pete M
On 15 Oct, 00:15, vince vince@virgin.net wrote: HI EVERYBODY I've returned home to find i have trouble with my e-mail. If anyone has sent an e-mail and not had a reply please use this facility instead. Hi Vince I think my name's down (hope so - I'm due at the committee meeting

[Quantum Owners] QM66

2009-09-29 Thread Pete M
Time to start putting the next edition of QM together, and so far the inbox is empty :-( If anyone has any articles (including the Haggis Hunt?) or adverts etc then please can the send them to me Thanks Pete --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message

[Quantum Owners] QM65

2009-05-30 Thread Pete M
Hi all 'tis time for the next edition of Quantum Mechanics to be put together. If anyone's done anything interesting in, with or to their Q and fancies putting a few words down (or just sending me some pictures) then now's your chance Thanks Pete QM Ed

[Quantum Owners] Polybushes in an H4 back axle?

2009-04-16 Thread Pete M
It sounds like the bushes in the back axle of my H4 are giving up the ghost. I'm considering replacing the standard bushes (and probably those on the ARB) with Powerflex polybushes, but I'm concerned that they will make the ride quite harsh - mine's got the standard QSC recommended suspension

[Quantum Owners] Re: I just bought a H4.

2009-01-30 Thread Pete M
On 29 Jan, 18:14, robert greig robert_h...@yahoo.co.uk wrote: Hello Everyone. What is the best way of stopping the Boot and the Bonnet from rubbing/ hitting the bumpers? There should be some rubber pads on the bodywork where it overlaps (underlaps?) with the boot and bonnet. If you

[Quantum Owners] Re: engine conversion

2009-01-23 Thread Pete M
On 22 Jan, 21:33, Matthew matt...@wastell.eu wrote: * an inspection report from the AA or the RAC, or one provided for insurance purposes * written confirmation from the manufacturer containing the engine number and size I'll write you a report for insurance purposes - does that

[Quantum Owners] Re: engine conversion

2009-01-23 Thread Pete M
On 22 Jan, 21:34, Andy Haworth andy.hawo...@gmail.com wrote: August/September ish I think Pete I think that the clamping down is a very recent thing. Practical Performance Cars has an article on it and SVA in the current issue, but they're obviously a little more concerned about if it applies

[Quantum Owners] Re: engine conversion

2009-01-22 Thread Pete M
On 22 Jan, 07:42, John Woodward john.woodw...@tesco.net wrote: I think Martin has given up, see EBay listing no. 130282946687. John He's probably discovered the hoops that you now have to jump through to amend the engine details on your registration document.. ;-) Pete

[Quantum Owners] Re: engine conversion

2009-01-22 Thread Pete M
On 22 Jan, 13:55, Andy Haworth andy.hawo...@gmail.com wrote: I had no problems with the RST engine, but I'd bought the whole car and broke it for parts after I'd taken what I needed so it was just a case of supplying a copy of the FRST V5 Apparently they're asking for garage invoices for

[Quantum Owners] Re: H4 SVA Advice

2009-01-20 Thread Pete M
On 19 Jan, 21:05, Gerry Oakley gerry.oak...@dsl.pipex.com wrote: H4 build manual (Aug 1998 edition, page 31.110 ) contains a letter to Mark Wooldridge from VI Swansea ref door window glass on Saloon, 2+2 and H4. Think I also have letter from manufacturer of rear screen somewhere. Both were