IanG Posted October 18, 2022 Author Share Posted October 18, 2022 Is the throttle cable the same on auto and manual Mk1? I know the pedal is different with the kickdown cable next to the throttle one but wanted to make sure before I buy a new cable! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cam.in.head Posted October 18, 2022 Share Posted October 18, 2022 the cables are different. you can use an auto one also on a manual but not the other way round. the correct auto one should be spring loaded at the bulkhead.to allow for full throttle movement up to the point that the kickdown cable goes tight. the remaining pedal travel then operates the kickdown cable against this spring loading. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanG Posted October 18, 2022 Author Share Posted October 18, 2022 1 hour ago, cam.in.head said: the cables are different. you can use an auto one also on a manual but not the other way round. the correct auto one should be spring loaded at the bulkhead.to allow for full throttle movement up to the point that the kickdown cable goes tight. the remaining pedal travel then operates the kickdown cable against this spring loading. Can’t see any on flea bay will have do do some searching unless anyone knows where I can get one? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cam.in.head Posted October 18, 2022 Share Posted October 18, 2022 i will have a hunt around. looking at the unusual style of carb attachment that yours looks to have makes me think that its a 1.9 but im sure you once said its a 2.0 ? 1.6 and 2.0 have a fairly short cable which just fits to a bracket to the left of the carb.not below it like yours so you may struggle to find one . whats wrong with yours anyway ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanG Posted October 18, 2022 Author Share Posted October 18, 2022 5 minutes ago, cam.in.head said: i will have a hunt around. looking at the unusual style of carb attachment that yours looks to have makes me think that its a 1.9 but im sure you once said its a 2.0 ? 1.6 and 2.0 have a fairly short cable which just fits to a bracket to the left of the carb.not below it like yours so you may struggle to find one . whats wrong with yours anyway ? It was a 1.9 but had a 2.0 replaced many years ago, the outer plastic sleeve has almost gone and it’s heavy to use which makes me think it’s binding. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cam.in.head Posted October 18, 2022 Share Posted October 18, 2022 you could always remove it to check. and then maybee a light 3 in 1 type oil to lubricate if its found to be ok. possibly some heat shrink sleeve over it to make it good again. the original cables were usually very good quality and nylon lined .some replacement cables are not as good. ebaying it seems to find a couple but only for manual .they also seem to cross reference kadet too ? next time im in the shed il have a look. i may have a used one but not sure if its from an auto ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jessopia74 Posted October 19, 2022 Share Posted October 19, 2022 You can get a heat shrink that would be able to tidy that up too. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanG Posted October 19, 2022 Author Share Posted October 19, 2022 12 hours ago, cam.in.head said: you could always remove it to check. and then maybee a light 3 in 1 type oil to lubricate if its found to be ok. possibly some heat shrink sleeve over it to make it good again. the original cables were usually very good quality and nylon lined .some replacement cables are not as good. ebaying it seems to find a couple but only for manual .they also seem to cross reference kadet too ? next time im in the shed il have a look. i may have a used one but not sure if its from an auto ? Thanks, I will do that, there are no kinks so might just need some lube. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cam.in.head Posted October 19, 2022 Share Posted October 19, 2022 6 hours ago, Jessopia74 said: You can get a heat shrink that would be able to tidy that up too. theres an echo in here ! lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanG Posted October 19, 2022 Author Share Posted October 19, 2022 59 minutes ago, cam.in.head said: theres an echo in here ! lol Great minds huh? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanG Posted October 21, 2022 Author Share Posted October 21, 2022 (edited) On 18/10/2022 at 22:23, IanG said: It was a 1.9 but had a 2.0 replaced many years ago, the outer plastic sleeve has almost gone and it’s heavy to use which makes me think it’s binding. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Found a cable for the 1.9 auto on eBay and yes it is a lot longer! Edited October 21, 2022 by IanG 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanG Posted October 22, 2022 Author Share Posted October 22, 2022 On its way! Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanG Posted November 16, 2022 Author Share Posted November 16, 2022 Another eBay purchase, anyone remember these, had one someone had fitted on my Sports Hatch back in 1988! Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
®evo03 Posted November 16, 2022 Share Posted November 16, 2022 I've a rule, I enjoy every ml of petrol consumed, and gonna hear every drop.... Thats my maximiser😁 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRealExile Posted November 16, 2022 Share Posted November 16, 2022 I think my Project is returning about 17mpg 🤣 plus the cost of the additives, worth every penny 😁 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanG Posted November 19, 2022 Author Share Posted November 19, 2022 Is the fuel pump on a 2.0 auto the same as manual, listings all seem to say 1.6/1.9/2.0 manual engines. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael mcinerney Posted November 20, 2022 Share Posted November 20, 2022 2 hours ago, IanG said: Is the fuel pump on a 2.0 auto the same as manual, listings all seem to say 1.6/1.9/2.0 manual engines. Yes same pump.have tried and tested myself. That is the cih engine fuel pump. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanG Posted November 26, 2022 Author Share Posted November 26, 2022 Okay so no car in the garage, it’s away having a rebuilt auto box fitted, so been busy stripping and cleaning up the spare axle….. Project images are available to Club Members Only, Click to become an OMOC Member. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cam.in.head Posted November 27, 2022 Share Posted November 27, 2022 just out of curiosity ,what was wrong with the original box ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanG Posted November 27, 2022 Author Share Posted November 27, 2022 2 hours ago, cam.in.head said: just out of curiosity ,what was wrong with the original box ? Jerky when changing will prob get it refurbed, tried the easy route changing oil and filters, be good to have a spare in case I or anyone else needs one…… 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanG Posted November 27, 2022 Author Share Posted November 27, 2022 Like the sportshatch up on eBay! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanG Posted December 3, 2022 Author Share Posted December 3, 2022 Yay garage called today auto box is fitted, can collect next week! It’s been 6 weeks without a cav! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cam.in.head Posted December 4, 2022 Share Posted December 4, 2022 hopefully all will be well. when you get it back i personally would check the oil level and the kickdown cable adjustment as not all garages understand our cars ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanG Posted December 4, 2022 Author Share Posted December 4, 2022 Thanks, good advice. I will check oil before I leave, the guy seems to know what he is doing, when I turned up he said ahhh a TH180! it’s a specialist transmission shop, RGC in Leeds, and when he took me though how to fit and set up the box I quickly decided to leave it to him to do when he can fit it in which is why it’s been 6 weeks. He also pointed out a number of other things he spotted when he test drive the car like flywheel teeth worn (swopped for a good one) and speedo drive leaking which he fixed which were above and beyond, so feeling he’s done a good job. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cam.in.head Posted December 4, 2022 Share Posted December 4, 2022 should be ok then. remember that oil is checked after fully warm and with engine running and in park . 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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