[Quantum Owners] Re: Fuel Calculations

2008-09-15 Thread Matthew Wastell
here you go http://madscientistmatt.blogspot.com/2008_05_01_archive.html someone with much more time than me has worked out some ball park figures of how much hydrogen you'd need to generate to cut mpg in half for a 20 mpg SUV. I read the first bit and I'm sure following the other

[Quantum Owners] Re: Fuel Calculations

2008-09-17 Thread Matthew Wastell
Quoting [EMAIL PROTECTED]: In a message dated 15/09/2008 17:32:04 GMT Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: someone with much more time than me has worked out some ball park figures of how much hydrogen you'd need to generate to cut mpg in half for a 20 mpg SUV. must be

[Quantum Owners] Re: Zetec cooling problem

2008-10-22 Thread Matthew Wastell
Could be an air lock somewhere causing localised boiling. Have you tried topping up and leaving overnight then checking the level again? Matthew -Original Message- From: Chris Fairlie [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: 22 October 2008 17:35 To: quantumowners@googlegroups.com Subject: [Quantum

[Quantum Owners] Re: Hard top + Speakers

2008-11-23 Thread Matthew Wastell
Hi, Co-axial speakers which is what Arn has at the moment are at best a compromise. They give you a much less than ideal sound. From what I can tell these are in the doors and behind the driver as far as I read. High frequency units need unblocked line of site to the ears to perform

[Quantum Owners] Re: 2+2 battery tray

2008-11-23 Thread Matthew Wastell
We relocated mine to the boot. I'd defo recommend it to anyone who hadn't already got one in the front. You can also then use pretty much any one that will fit. Matthew Quoting Bongo [EMAIL PROTECTED]: I definitely used the tray from a mk2 XR2 and had no problems at all. On 22

[Quantum Owners] Re: In need of soft/hardtop

2008-12-02 Thread Matthew Wastell
That's right. I asked for a price and it was quite a bit MORE than Quantum SC wanted though, so I didn't mention him. I've also heard that his work wasn't quite on a par with the price he charges from another good friend. Matthew Quoting [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Didn't Gary identify a

[Quantum Owners] Re: OT a bit: Photo driving license

2008-12-02 Thread Matthew Wastell
My date was extended when I changed some details on my licence recently, yet my picture was not. So I'll be younger for longer ;-) DVLA are writing to people affected supposedly. Matthew Quoting Jim Hearne [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Have you got a photo driving license ? It seems they expire

[Quantum Owners] Re: In need of soft/hardtop

2008-12-02 Thread Matthew Wastell
Quoting Andy Haworth [EMAIL PROTECTED]: This depends on the trim level, no? give the man a coconut! :p Mohair, Double Duck or Vinyl will all be priced differently. Doulbe Duck in order of expensiveness low to high; Old supplier via Glyn, QSC, Gary's neighbour. Each being around 25% more

[Quantum Owners] Re: In need of soft/hardtop

2008-12-03 Thread Matthew Wastell
Quoting lewis [EMAIL PROTECTED]: i have looked through the quantum parts listings and the double duck is around £350 now i can really afford that this time of year so were is the cheapest? or what method is cheapest? Cheapest = DIY. Material costs for a hood are around £100 retail from a

[Quantum Owners] Re: In need of soft/hardtop

2008-12-03 Thread Matthew Wastell
the research and quality notes, so is best to advise. He had prices for at least two types of material. Yes there is a trimmer in Plymouth I would pass on the details on request. Gary Matthew Wastell wrote: Quoting Andy Haworth [EMAIL PROTECTED]: This depends on the trim level

[Quantum Owners] Re: If your car won't start after Xmas

2008-12-25 Thread Matthew Wastell
Hi Bob, I'm sorry, but I've deleted this image as it's copyright by someone else. Also the language used in the product is perhaps a little less suitable for British consumption. I'm sure you will understand. Many thanks Matthew Quoting Bob Craig bobbycrai...@tiscali.co.uk: I have

[Quantum Owners] Re: If your car won't start after Xmas

2008-12-26 Thread Matthew Wastell
it. Anyone else like to comment? Bob Craig (Q2-267) - Original Message - From: Matthew Wastell matt...@wastell.eu To: quantumowners@googlegroups.com Sent: Thursday, December 25, 2008 9:51 PM Subject: [Quantum Owners] Re: If your car won't start after Xmas Hi Bob, I'm sorry, but I've

[Quantum Owners] Re: Out to play

2008-12-28 Thread Matthew Wastell
Thanks very much for the link, i'll be sure to read that when I get a moment. Been looking for something in laymans terms. I've around 250bhp and 260 ft/lbs torque and torque steer has to be treated with respect. Even with 140 bhp zetec it was apparent. Wouldn't change it tho, it never

[Quantum Owners] Re: Downloading QM

2009-01-12 Thread Matthew Wastell
Hi Richard, What email address did you use to send to and from? When I was ed I would acknowledge every email, and i'm sure new ed does the same. So maybe there is an issue with email somewhere. Matthew -Original Message- From: Richard Edwards rich...@sandie135.freeserve.co.uk

[Quantum Owners] Re: ZVH

2009-03-11 Thread Matthew Wastell
Depends how you drive it and how well it's setup! If it was setup for mild enrichment on accel and stoeywhatnot on cruise then you should easily get the same. If you have a habbit of accel as hard as poss and brake all the time it would be much easier to see worse figures. E.g I am sure I

[Quantum Owners] Re: ZVH

2009-03-11 Thread Matthew Wastell
... You need to know the size of tank, I think there were two or three sizes. However those figures are pretty reasonable for most of them, between 30 and 40 i'd guess. By the way my seat ibiza does 650 miles to a tank! Matthew -Original Message- From: robert greig

[Quantum Owners] Re: Selling a 2+2

2009-04-01 Thread Matthew Wastell
If you break, i'd be interested in the bonnett if in good condition. matthew -Original Message- From: Andy Haworth andy.hawo...@gmail.com Sent: 01 April 2009 13:48 To: quantumowners@googlegroups.com Subject: [Quantum Owners] Selling a 2+2 I’m toying with breaking or selling the white

[Quantum Owners] Re: Budget 2009

2009-04-22 Thread Matthew Wastell
Firstly you will have need to have owned the car for at least one year (and proove it!) , so that blows the selling of your car to someone else to make a quick profit. [1] £1000 will be funded by the government and £1000 by the car company. [1] Whilst you can continue to negotiate on the

[Quantum Owners] Re: Nitrous oxide

2009-04-25 Thread Matthew Wastell
Did you get or have you already got an injection pump? Matthew -Original Message- From: Arn1905 arn1...@hotmail.co.uk Sent: 25 April 2009 20:02 To: Quantum Owners Group quantumowners@googlegroups.com Subject: [Quantum Owners] Nitrous oxide Ive just bought a nitrous kit, mainly

[Quantum Owners] Re: Nitrous oxide

2009-04-25 Thread Matthew Wastell
Can you run one on welding oxygen or diving gas? Maybe even medical gas and air at commercial rates, although that one might be harder to get hold of! Matthew -Original Message- From: Arn1905 arn1...@hotmail.co.uk Sent: 25 April 2009 22:58 To: Quantum Owners Group

[Quantum Owners] Re: Any members near Worthing?

2009-05-19 Thread Matthew Wastell
I know of three within 30 mins ish, but i'll let them speak up first! I might be heading down to brighton at some point. Should only be an hours diversion. Alternatively I think a courier will pick up. Matthew -Original Message- From: Tony Pottrell edi...@pyroport.com Sent: 19 May

[Quantum Owners] Re: Club discounts

2009-07-02 Thread Matthew Wastell
Yes they should do discount. They are a bit wooly about how much and it seems to depend what product lines. I've found being quite direct but not rude or pushy is the best way you give the quantum owners club discount can you apply it to my order please? How much is the discount now?

[Quantum Owners] Re: Club discounts

2009-07-02 Thread Matthew Wastell
I just ask for discount. Never had a problem. Matthew On 2 Jul 2009, at 15:33, Stuart Carvell stuartcarv...@hotmail.com wrote: hello, I dont know if this is unethical but my method of dealing with demon tweeks before i got my quantum was: Ring up and get a quote for what ever you

[Quantum Owners] Re: Bits and bobs

2009-07-13 Thread Matthew Wastell
Matthew Wastell wrote: How do you tell the chip what injectors you are using out of interest? Is it done at a rolling road session after fitting or something? Think mine are 370cc for about 250 bhp. However i'm using megasquirt on 16v so i don't know how it compares with chipped ford

[Quantum Owners] Re: zetec engine oil

2009-07-18 Thread Matthew Wastell
Personally I go to a good ford dealer an ask them for the best oil for the engine. I've spent far too much time and effort to worry about an extra 10 or 20 pounds saved. Ford did I think change the grade recommended. Halfords and factors both correctly listed the grade last time I checked.

[Quantum Owners] Re: OT Computer Backup Suggestions

2009-07-21 Thread Matthew Wastell
Sorry guys, this is way off topic. If you want to discuss or are concerned about data security please discuss it on another group and not here. Thanks Matthew --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[Quantum Owners] Re: Sold :-(

2009-07-25 Thread Matthew Wastell
Well done on the sale and the new 'toy'. Out of interest how much did it sell for? Matthew On 25 Jul 2009, at 22:22, Gary gary_brokensh...@blueyonder.co.uk wrote: Hi all Our H4 has been sold to a local chap in Plymouth. Thanks for all the support, encoragement, and events over the

[Quantum Owners] Re: MOT Emissions testing

2009-07-29 Thread Matthew Wastell
Hi, Mine went up from visual to 3.5% CO and 1200 ppm HC when they brought in the computerised MOT tests. I'm running mega rich at tick over and hit 2.2% CO and 85 ppm HC. I really thought it would fail so I had prepared and taken all the bits needed to tweak but they weren't needed. Also

[Quantum Owners] Re: MOT Emissions testing

2009-07-30 Thread Matthew Wastell
I have queried them testing it for anything other than visual? - No limits are shown on the V5C. Anyone here with an SVA'd car looked at their V5C? Yours, Martin Scott (Last Chance Saloon, waited 8 weeks for registration number so far.) - Original Message - From: Matthew

[Quantum Owners] Re: 2+2 Gearbox

2009-08-04 Thread Matthew Wastell
what box have you got? I thought I had the highest geared available and am quite a bit higher than that. I recall standard was 3500 rpm @ 70. I think mine is about 3krpm now however all the rev counters I've used have been quite inaccurate ( which is why I had fun getting the idle to

[Quantum Owners] Re: Battery Drain

2009-08-04 Thread Matthew Wastell
I'm having similar questions about my alarm. In the bike world they are known to kill a battey inside a week or two. I leave my car on trickle charge now all the time I'm tempted to put a timer in so that it only tops up once per week for a few hours but perhaps overkill? Matthew. On 4

[Quantum Owners] Re: Agreed value

2009-08-04 Thread Matthew Wastell
Hmm good question. Mine I have at 8000. I put that down to. Standard 2+2 plus the cost of all the additional parts off the shelf not including any labour or garage costs to fit. On 4 Aug 2009, at 22:56, Arn1905 arn1...@hotmail.co.uk wrote: I dont mean to be intrusive or anything but i

[Quantum Owners] Re: Agreed value

2009-08-04 Thread Matthew Wastell
Hit send too soon! 3 ish normal car 5 for my bits not including stereo. When I claimed my land rover this was exactly how it was paid out for the modifications. Matthew On 4 Aug 2009, at 23:53, Matthew Wastell matt...@wastell.eu wrote: Hmm good question. Mine I have at 8000. I put

[Quantum Owners] Re: Turbo downpipe fouling

2009-08-08 Thread Matthew Wastell
How about moving the rad forward? Matthew On 8 Aug 2009, at 15:26, Arn1905 arn1...@hotmail.co.uk wrote: I think im going to look a bit silly here, turns out the engine has a T3 conversion, which is good for me i guess but not so good for fitting the engine. Any suggestions on what i can

[Quantum Owners] Re: 2+2 Gearbox

2009-08-10 Thread Matthew Wastell
I got 100mpg this weekend in mrs w's golf over 40 odd miles :-) hard work but fun challenge! Matthew On 10 Aug 2009, at 07:50, Tony Pottrell edi...@pyroport.com wrote: Although I'm not a child of the 60's I do the same with the Q and the Focus. Some fun facts to irk/annoy: The Focus

[Quantum Owners] Re: IVA Manual

2009-08-21 Thread Matthew Wastell
What's the copyright of it? Matthew On 21 Aug 2009, at 09:04, MattWilson(Q2-412) wilson.m...@virgin.net wrote: FYI I've just uploaded the IVA Manual to our group files area: http://quantumowners.googlegroups.com/web/IVA-Inspection-Manual-for-M1-Passenger-Cars.pdf 3Mb so not too bad as

[Quantum Owners] Re: 2.0 Focus blacktop into 2+2

2009-08-22 Thread Matthew Wastell
... In that case use the original injectors. When setting it up just up or down the total fuel map or injector settings to get the required fuel. There is plenty of room on either inector for the standard engine. Matthew On 22 Aug 2009, at 20:02, Phillip Harris harris.phil...@sky.com

[Quantum Owners] Re: To Turbo or not

2009-09-09 Thread Matthew Wastell
Did they make a mk2 diesel? If so why aren't we fitting that for fuel injection conversions? Matthew On 9 Sep 2009, at 13:16, Jim Hearne j...@quantums.info wrote: I mentioned that in the other reply.. Jim Matthew Wastell wrote: Do diesels need some kind of swirl pot or change

[Quantum Owners] Re: Box Section for 2+2 Spaceframe

2009-09-29 Thread Matthew Wastell
Not sure that was me. Alternator rail is half the width of the original same height. Front exhaust cutout has box infront the same size as the original. Also on mine the top rail is same size but angled out for 16v head. If you need more let me know and I'll draw/ photograph the bits.

[Quantum Owners] Re: No more driving with the top down ?

2009-10-07 Thread Matthew Wastell
Good tip, will put some 'plugs in my car. It's only when you pull up and realise how loud the radio had to be to overcome the wind noise that you realise how bad it was. I don't dare think what the noise level is if you go over the speed they quoted! Matthew On 7 Oct 2009, at 09:39,

[Quantum Owners] Re: No more driving with the top down ?

2009-10-12 Thread Matthew Wastell
I've never had an issue with that on a bike with ear plugs and helmet. In fact you can hear them more clearly than in a car, you certainly hear them long before car drivers normally. Matthew On 12 Oct 2009, at 08:03, Tony Pottrell edi...@pyroport.com wrote: The flipside of wearing the ear

[Quantum Owners] Re: No more driving with the top down ?

2009-10-12 Thread Matthew Wastell
I agree with the pulling out thing (from bike times). I guess the major cause is that we are much smaller and often moving faster so we are not seen and processed as another road user.Certainly you become very good at thinking for every other road user. When you have right of way you

[Quantum Owners] Re: No more driving with the top down ?

2009-10-12 Thread Matthew Wastell
James fitted a motorcycle rider to pillion unit in his xtreme They are going to have everything from basic to decent noise cancelling and the like, bike stuff tends to attract premium prices unfortunatly but now is a good time of year to haggle with dealers as it's end of mc season

[Quantum Owners] Re: Sierra Steering Wheel

2009-11-10 Thread Matthew Wastell
I'm just outside Basingstoke. We could probably quantum-post it depending on how urgent it is Matthew On 5 Oct 2009, at 19:11, Craig Evans craig.eva...@btopenworld.com wrote: Hamish, I have one you are welcome to for the cost of carriage. Unless you wanted to collect. I'm in Andover,

[Quantum Owners] Re: quantum dash

2009-11-11 Thread Matthew Wastell
I think a tidy xr2 dash suits the age and style of the car. The glass fibre and wood one looked like, well, like glass fibre and wood and about 10-20 years older style from something like a triumph. (if we are thinking about the same one) Personal taste though! Matthew On 10 Nov 2009, at

[Quantum Owners] Re: quantum dash

2009-11-11 Thread Matthew Wastell
Nov 2009, at 16:58, Matthew Wastell wrote: I think a tidy xr2 dash suits the age and style of the car. The glass fibre and wood one looked like, well, like glass fibre and wood and about 10-20 years older style from something like a triumph. (if we are thinking about the same one) Personal

[Quantum Owners] Re: quantum dash

2009-11-12 Thread Matthew Wastell
the heater vents were. Sprayed it black, it looks alot better. Then i flocked it. Will get another dash to flock properly when the weathers sorted itself out, or i get a non leaky shed. On Nov 11, 9:09 pm, Matthew Wastell matt...@wastell.eu wrote: Don't duck! It's no fun if we all think and feel

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Mk2 Fiesta Light switch

2009-11-24 Thread Matthew Wastell
... On 24 Nov 2009, at 09:14, crash test paul.morr...@jawdans.co.uk wrote: Certainly the original wiring has a far thicker insulation sleeve but the thing with the one now fitted is that there were two Black/White wires and not one coming out of the newer switch and even though

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: H4 Not Starting

2009-12-02 Thread Matthew Wastell
Have you got a schrader valve on the fuel rail? If so use an old tyre guage, should be 2.5 - 3 bar. My zetec has the fuel in on the right and pressure reg and return on the left. (as sat in the car) Matthew On 2 Dec 2009, at 08:15, Critter trevor.2.critten...@gsk.com wrote: Hi all,

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: ERST recaro rears in H4

2009-12-02 Thread Matthew Wastell
In my 2+2 I used the mk2 runners bolted where the mk3 ones were attached to the recaros. I made up a new link* between the sides as they were wider spaced. *Jim thinks my link made from wire coat hanger is a bodge. 6 years on and it still works fine though! Matthew On 2 Dec 2009, at

Re: [Quantum Owners] Demon Tweeks Discount?

2009-12-04 Thread Matthew Wastell
Yes we do. There is no official amount though up to 20% on certain items means pretty much nothing as 0% discount fits that description! I've never had any trouble getting discount there, from free postage to about 20% on somethings. Just phone and ask for it. Matthew On 4 Dec 2009, at

Re: [Quantum Owners] Carb problem on 1.4 CVH

2010-01-14 Thread Matthew Wastell
I had similar problem by not having an inline fuel filter, kept getting some crud in the carb that blocked the jet on right hand bends and heavy acceleration! Either way a clean one is essential IMHO Matthew On 14 Jan 2010, at 21:01, Jim Hearne j...@quantums.info wrote: Is there an

Re: [Quantum Owners] H4 boot gas struts

2010-02-15 Thread Matthew Wastell
You could use a spring balance or balance the boot lid on bathroom scales. Try to exert force at the same place that the strut would connect to. From there it should be easy to work out the force in Newtons needed. Don't forget divide by number of struts. Matthew On 14 Feb 2010, at

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: LPG Conversion on a Saloon

2010-02-26 Thread Matthew Wastell
What's the company that allows you to fit and they commission? Sounds very interesting! Matthew On 26 Feb 2010, at 11:41, skip_rat theskip...@hotmail.com wrote: Ah yes, forgot to say, its just a plain CVH with a carburettor so the simplest type of LPG system will be needed. The LPG

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: LPG Conversion on a Saloon

2010-02-26 Thread Matthew Wastell
yourself but most insurance companies will insist it's got an inspection certificate before they will insure you. You can certainly buy kits. I don't see it's any more dangerous than plumbing in petrol pipes. Jim Matthew Wastell wrote: What's the company that allows you to fit

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: LPG Conversion on a Saloon

2010-02-26 Thread Matthew Wastell
an inspection certificate before they will insure you. You can certainly buy kits. I don't see it's any more dangerous than plumbing in petrol pipes. Jim Matthew Wastell wrote: What's the company that allows you to fit and they commission? Sounds very interesting! Matthew On 26 Feb 2010, at 11

Re: [Quantum Owners] QSC part department

2010-03-17 Thread Matthew Wastell
Is there an answer phone message or does their number just ring and ring? Matthew On 17 Mar 2010, at 19:06, red_55 red...@hotmail.co.uk wrote: Is any one else experiencing trouble getting hold of the QSC parts depot - i have had a Tonneau on order for over a month now , and am also keen

Re: [Quantum Owners] Replacement engine: recommedations?

2010-03-21 Thread Matthew Wastell
Best and easiest aren't really going to be one and the same. Easiest = something that fits into same space and uses same external bolt ons, 2 litre cvh should be good for 160 bhp without toouch trouble but fuel economy will be heavy Of course I like 2.0 zetec turbo, 250 bhp and 40 mpg.

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: new to Quantums, new to this group 2+2 with questions

2010-04-13 Thread Matthew Wastell
Soft tops are also available via ex quantum g...@kap. He may be able to put you in touch. Can't remember what we paid but we got quite a good deal as we bought 3 at the same time. Bit cheaper than quantum direct but not that much Matthew On 13 Apr 2010, at 14:32, Dave English

Re: [Quantum Owners] 20,000 miles...

2010-04-25 Thread Matthew Wastell
Hi and welcome, I'd look at the rubber and angles before the springs and shocks (unless there is something obviously broken or warn out). The tracking only needs to be slightly out for them to slip about all over the place. When I changed springs and shocks the drive after was like on

Re: [Quantum Owners] 20,000 miles...

2010-04-25 Thread Matthew Wastell
If we are going to claim titles, Steve said I change engine more than I change oil; 6 engines in 40k miles, no I didn't break all of them! Well done on hitting 200k :-) Matthew On 24 Apr 2010, at 20:52, Russell Willcox russ...@quantum54.freeserve.co.uk wrote: Currently 201,000 and

Re: [Quantum Owners] Rear dampers

2010-04-27 Thread Matthew Wastell
If you want standard then the motor factors should still sell them. Otherwise got my adjustable Gaz ones from quantum but you can go to Gaz direct. Matthew On 27 Apr 2010, at 21:13, Chris chris.quan...@virgin.net wrote: Where does everyone get their rear dampers from? I having no

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Seized Engine

2010-04-28 Thread Matthew Wastell
Only problem with that approach is all the other mods you need, takes time and money to do it well and probably adds up to the same for a one off. Not knocking it of course as I prefer fuel injection anyway :-) Matthew On 28 Apr 2010, at 09:08, skip_rat theskip...@hotmail.com wrote: I

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Seized Engine

2010-04-28 Thread Matthew Wastell
Just ignore what I just said! Matthew On 28 Apr 2010, at 21:40, Matthew Wastell matt...@wastell.eu wrote: Only problem with that approach is all the other mods you need, takes time and money to do it well and probably adds up to the same for a one off. Not knocking it of course as I

Re: [Quantum Owners] Spotted in Old Basing

2010-06-01 Thread Matthew Wastell
It was a metallic silvery blue. Wasn't his a late reg like R? Matthew On 31 May 2010, at 16:34, Jim Hearne j...@quantums.info wrote: Roberts was silver. Jim On 31/05/2010 14:52, Matthew wrote: R97 xxx, light blue with black stripes 2+2. Didn’t that used to be Robert Greigs car?

Re: [Quantum Owners] Steering wheel wobble

2010-06-07 Thread Matthew Wastell
Have you had the wheel balancing double checked? Matthew On 7 Jun 2010, at 17:04, Alexhopkins steamn...@googlemail.com wrote: Just had the 2+2 serviced and had the tracking done. Now that i have the car back i have found the wobble which was only small and was only there between 60-65 is

Re: [Quantum Owners] Poor idling/running Zetec

2010-06-07 Thread Matthew Wastell
Water on the engine would only show leaks that are under pressure - I though that this is an NA therefore all the inlet manifolding is below ambient pressure It will suck the water in through the gaps, you hear the engine note change and sometimes will hear a gurgling noise. Matthew

Re: [Quantum Owners] Poor idling/running Zetec

2010-06-13 Thread Matthew Wastell
Hi, what was the issue then, breather/intake leak or pressurisation? Matthew On 13 Jun 2010, at 14:51, geoff ward carole.ge...@gmail.com wrote: Jim and Steve, Thank you both very much for your help on Saturday, the 2+2 already runs a little better after the alterations to the crankcase

Re: [Quantum Owners] Zetec acceleration problem

2010-06-27 Thread Matthew Wastell
If it's like preignition, is it preignition or just similar? What air feed have you got? In this type of hot weather the air intake on roads bathed in sunshine on mine when I had the non turbo was around 60 degrees! Also check your spark plug gap. Matthew On 27 Jun 2010, at 22:01, Robert

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: H4 - bits: headlight cover and rear window rubber s...

2010-06-27 Thread Matthew Wastell
Ian doesn't read this group anymore, however I'll ask him if he is interested to make some more Matthew On 27 Jun 2010, at 13:34, Jim Hearne j...@quantums.info wrote: I need a pair as well... Jim On 27/06/2010 12:58, Carvey wrote: Me to! Stuart On Jun 25, 11:18 pm,

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: H4 - bits: headlight cover and rear window rubber s...

2010-06-28 Thread Matthew Wastell
I'll ask Ian about this as well and come back to you. Matthew On 27 Jun 2010, at 21:56, Tony Vincent q...@avies.co.uk wrote: On 27/06/2010 13:34:18, Jim Hearne (j...@quantums.info) wrote: I need a pair as well... Jim OT: Do they do one-off orders as well? I'd like a spare

Re: [Quantum Owners] Zetec acceleration problem

2010-06-30 Thread Matthew Wastell
Hi Chris, How about filling up with some Tesco 99 octane? This is what I originally (stupidly) tuned mine to which caused pinking on any other fuel. Might be worth a go to at least see if it is likely fuel related. I'd say at least to try a new tank of fuel, I've heard anecdotal of pinking

Re: [Quantum Owners] ohv to cvh swap

2010-07-01 Thread Matthew Wastell
They make good sheds for parts ;-) Some of the trim might be worth saving though. Matthew On 1 Jul 2010, at 14:03, Jim Hearne j...@quantums.info wrote: What is there from an old XR2 thats worth anything ? Jim On 01/07/2010 13:19, bobbycrai...@tiscali.co.uk wrote: The easiest way

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: ohv to cvh swap

2010-07-02 Thread Matthew Wastell
The best eBay (or at least most popular) seems to be breaking fiesta xr2 - fuse Then the description says you are breaking but that the auction is for a fuse or something. People often then message for parts they want. List them as BIN to stay inside eBay rules Matthew -- You received this

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Major engine swap starts in the morning!

2010-07-04 Thread Matthew Wastell
Hello, when I had my 2+2 weighed without carpets and an 1800 zetec it was 880kg. Just thought I'd mention it as it was in your post. Matthew On 4 Jul 2010, at 08:30, barnacle nailed.barna...@gmail.com wrote: No pictures yet, but possibly an article, yes. Thread is currently here:

Re: [Quantum Owners] Question about driveshafts

2010-07-04 Thread Matthew Wastell
That's the equal length drive shaft which should cut down torque steer. Why would you want to change it? Matthew On 4 Jul 2010, at 11:36, taximark taxim...@yahoo.co.uk wrote: My 2+2 currently has the offside driveshaft with a bearing and cv joint about half way along. I have seen mention on

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Question about driveshafts

2010-07-05 Thread Matthew Wastell
but otherwise I may have no choice. Mark On Jul 4, 12:17 pm, Matthew Wastell matt...@wastell.eu wrote: That's the equal length drive shaft which should cut down torque steer. Why would you want to change it? Matthew On 4 Jul 2010, at 11:36, taximark taxim...@yahoo.co.uk wrote

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Major engine swap starts in the morning!

2010-07-05 Thread Matthew Wastell
July, 12:11, Matthew Wastell matt...@wastell.eu wrote: Hello, when I had my 2+2 weighed without carpets and an 1800 zetec it was 880kg. Just thought I'd mention it as it was in your post. Matthew On 4 Jul 2010, at 08:30, barnacle nailed.barna...@gmail.com wrote: No pictures yet

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Major engine swap starts in the morning!

2010-07-06 Thread Matthew Wastell
Pictures for the thread needed! Matthew On 5 Jul 2010, at 20:43, barnacle nailed.barna...@gmail.com wrote: http://www.fccuk.org/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflatNumber=1063809... -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Quantum Owners Group group. To

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Question about driveshafts

2010-07-06 Thread Matthew Wastell
helpful and really knew their stuff. Much Impressed. Mark From: Matthew Wastell matt...@wastell.eu To: quantumowners@googlegroups.com quantumowners@googlegroups.com Sent: Mon, 5 July, 2010 20:01:09 Subject: Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Question about driveshafts What did ford say? On 4

[Quantum Owners] H4 Lens Covers

2010-07-09 Thread Matthew Wastell
Dear All,   Sorry for the delay to get this to you, however here goes.   A pair of clear lens covers will be £43.52 for a pair + £5 postage and packaging.  This is based on a minimum of 4 pairs being ordered total.  You can buy a single lens if you wish, however you are recommended to buy a pair

Re: [Quantum Owners] which way does the engine come out?

2010-07-12 Thread Matthew Wastell
And to add, you only need to lift the car a couple of feet, so any normal garage would be ok Matthew On 12 Jul 2010, at 09:51, Jim Hearne j...@quantums.info wrote: I don't fancy a car on axle stands that high !! When i was building mine i had it on 4 stands like that (but lower) and when

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: H4 Front Tyres rubbing on Wheel Arches

2010-07-13 Thread Matthew Wastell
There is also an excel tyre calc I wrote in the files section of this group, where you can input up to 4 different sizes for comparison. Matthew On 13 Jul 2010, at 09:01, Jur jurri...@gmail.com wrote: I'm not the H4 expert (Haven't even driven one) but own a (dutch) Fiesta mk3. As the H4

Re: [Quantum Owners] fiesta clutch cable

2010-07-31 Thread Matthew Wastell
Bought mk2 from the factors or ford in the last year. Think it was even a stock item! Matthew On 31 Jul 2010, at 12:30, taximark taxim...@yahoo.co.uk wrote: Adding to the list of problems I have had with my 2+2 I have now had a clutch cable snap. I am having trouble sourcing a replacement.

Re: [Quantum Owners] fiesta clutch cable

2010-07-31 Thread Matthew Wastell
Where abouts are you? Can always ask here and if they have one, post to you. Matthew On 31 Jul 2010, at 15:33, Mark Miles taxim...@yahoo.co.uk wrote: Unfortunately none of my local factors has one in stock, several say that qh have recently discontinued it. From: Matthew Wastell matt

Re: [Quantum Owners] fiesta clutch cable

2010-08-01 Thread Matthew Wastell
. They are being really helpful but then I have spent a small fortune with them over the last couple of years. Will let you know Cheers Mark From: Matthew Wastell matt...@wastell.eu To: quantumowners@googlegroups.com quantumowners@googlegroups.com Sent: Sat, 31 July, 2010 22:35:16

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: fiesta clutch cable

2010-08-02 Thread Matthew Wastell
Perfect! Don't forget to wave if you see us out and about ;-) Matthew On 2 Aug 2010, at 12:48, taximark taxim...@yahoo.co.uk wrote: In the end I found out you can still get this from Ford at £27 +vat. Blackbushe Motors got one for me in half an hour for 20quid less than the ford price!

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: fiesta clutch cable

2010-08-02 Thread Matthew Wastell
to a tunnel run sometime also. That could be fun with a few turbod cars - yes I'm a big kid! Matthew On 2 Aug 2010, at 18:39, Mark Miles taxim...@yahoo.co.uk wrote: Same this way, mine is the yellow 2+2 with the black spoiler See you around Mark From: Matthew Wastell matt

[Quantum Owners] Emissions control solenoid

2010-08-02 Thread Matthew Wastell
Has anyone got an emissions control solenoid knocking about? It's the thing that switches on the air to the charcoal filter (I think). I want to use one to be able to switch the dump valve on and off. It's normal not to use them on kit cars so I'm hoping a recent zetec conversion might mean

Re: [Quantum Owners] welding

2010-08-17 Thread Matthew Wastell
Didn't see until today, but if you still need i can. Am just outside Basingstoke. Matthew On 15 Aug 2010, at 13:40, taximark taxim...@yahoo.co.uk wrote: Hi, is there anyone fairly close to wokingham that has both access to, and ability to use welding kit that can do a quick one and half

[Quantum Owners] Spotted : blue h4 Wellington country park

2010-08-17 Thread Matthew Wastell
Passed you the other day waiting to pull onto a33 Have a virtual wave now (I was in tin top so didn't want to alarm you at the time!) Matthew -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups Quantum Owners Group group. To post to this group, send email to

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: Newbie Quantum owner advice please

2010-08-19 Thread Matthew Wastell
Neither, get the waterproof backed one, I think it might be a rubber or latex. Not so important in a hard top but useful none the less if you are getting in and out with wet feet. As Jim says you can heat and shape it too. Matthew On 18 Aug 2010, at 20:23, John Harris jhnharr...@aol.com

Re: [Quantum Owners] Squeaky Brakes

2010-08-31 Thread Matthew Wastell
I've not had to use copper slip for the same reason on production cars and standard brakes as Jim mentioned. I don't remember if the ebc greens on the 2+2 had it or not though. It can't make the squeal worse to add copper slip tho. A rat bike tip I was given was to file the leading and

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: LED light bulbs?

2010-08-31 Thread Matthew Wastell
If anyone who has led/hid lights is passing me (Basingstoke/Bracknell). I'll measure them at different angles with the light meter I've borrowed if it's of any interest. Matthew On 31 Aug 2010, at 13:42, MattWilson(Q2-412) wilson.m...@virgin.net wrote: Has anyone tried the fold-out LED

Re: [Quantum Owners] Air suspension

2010-10-12 Thread Matthew Wastell
The range rover uses some air springs which might be adapted. The old mercedes touring used the oil system from Citroën to assist normal springs. Then there is the ail/air Citroën system. Of course all would need to be adapted but might give you some ideas when looking down the scrappie :-)

RE: [Quantum Owners] Re: new to this forum

2010-10-31 Thread Matthew Wastell
I'm very sorry but I'm going to have to disagree with you. There is no such law that states visibility should be less than 100 yds before using a fog light. However I do agree that people over use their fog lights, especially front ones. Matthew -Original Message- From:

RE: [Quantum Owners] Re: new to this forum

2010-10-31 Thread Matthew Wastell
at other times' The highway code uses the words SHOULD, MUST and MUST NOT in very well defined ways. Mark From: Matthew Wastell matt...@wastell.eu To: quantumowners@googlegroups.com Sent: Sun, 31 October, 2010 10:15:40 Subject: RE: [Quantum Owners] Re: new

RE: [Quantum Owners] Re: new to this forum

2010-10-31 Thread Matthew Wastell
Yep, that's how it is wired. Seems a whole bunch safer this way to me as when you brake an additional light comes on, not a change in intensity of another bulb. If you think about the three bulbs and what they are, side light = shows position of vehicle, fog light = shows position of vehicle,

RE: [Quantum Owners] Re: More on the 2+2 20vt conversion

2010-11-21 Thread Matthew Wastell
I have a spreadsheet that calculates the different rolling diameters for wheel/tyre sizes if it's any use to you. I'll mail it if you like. The one I wrote is on the forum files section should anyone want it. Matthew -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google

Re: [Quantum Owners] Re: More on the 2+2 20vt conversion

2010-11-22 Thread Matthew Wastell
Take a look at http://alloywheels.com. Click on fitment guide then a manufacturer. You'll then get a list of all the different offsets, pcs and bore across all models. I bought 4 new wheels and Tyres from these guys for my 2+2 cheaper than a set of tyres only for my old wheels! HTH Matthew

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