LeicJim3a

One issue I have is if I leave it stood (2.0 pinto mechanical fuel pump) it takes ages to start loads of cranking some coughs splutters etc .. then finally fires and is good as gold ! I know this is due to fuel running back to the tank when stood. I have considered an electric pump but all research says mechanical is more than good enough don’t waste money ! So thinking about putting a way one check valve in fuel line ? Would this cute the issue and where would be best to fit near tank ? After pump or near Carb ?

All fixed this morning

Thanks for that I was thinking patch over the top nice to know it works well appreciate you taking the time

Ok so looking at threads my 3a chassis having cracks in the weld is a pretty common occurrence, I have just noticed these on both sides my question is it just a case of running a new weld down and keep an eye on it or is there a tried and tested way to strengthen up and prevent further failure?

Probably the best use of 7min 11 seconds of my week so far !

Nelmo & Bob many thanks for your input and advice it is greatly appreciated. Currently have the tank out for investigations once back in and running I will follow the advice given. The annoying part is 25yrs ago when I was a mechanic working on Sierras I knew a lot of this stuff i just seem to have forgot a lot !

Really enjoyed reading the blog I will admit to a large amount of envy ! looks like a fantastic trip

Rattle only when revved, I understand its not the belt making the noise but wondered if I have play in a pully that could be the reason the belt is not sitting right. However IanS has put my mind at rest that this is normal I just need to find what is making the rattle. Ps I have noticed the fuel hose close to belt and put on my ever increasing list of jobs to do this weekend ! WELL SPOTTED IAN !

After lots more fettling we are getting close to sorting issues mentioned previously, however tonight I had it running and heard a rattle (metallic) from the front of engine unable to locate although I did find some play in water pump that I will replace I noticed cam belt on top pulley sat back but on the pulley bottom left sits forward ? Is this a major concern or some what normal ? Belt was replaced 2 weeks ago ! Is this a sign of play in one of the pulleys that could be the noise I can hear ?

I’m starting to think it is fuel as well I have 2 x inline filters one in the boot straight after tank and one just before carb. They both look clear but neither seem to fill up completely. I’m going to try and blow back into the tank tomorrow guessing there is some debris on pick up. I also have a new fuel pump so will stick that on as well. It is strange how it will rev through sweet standing still though only plays up when you pull off

I fitted a bestek dizzy following accusations horror stories

Video of timing we did get it closer to the thinner line slightly IMG_6425.mov

A bit of a story here so I will give as much info as possible in the hope of finding answers. Car is a Robin Hood 3a 1983 2.0 pinto pretty standard. I have done much work 2 weeks ago went out in the sun it drove perfect and was stunning fun. Went into the garage last week for MOT and couple of minor repairs steering and suspension only. It cut out on the MOT ramp. Struggled to start the following day they got it running but was lumpy on tick over. I went in to them yesterday with a timing light and we set timing to 10BTDC I was very confident in the timing and it ran and ticked over smooth as anything. Let it go cold fired her up first turn of the key no throttle or choke or cranking over required this was a first ! We was 100% confident. A job well done. Left it ticking over revved her up absolutely spot on. Pulled out on to the road and a massive flat spot a chug a bang and limped straight back onto the forecourt it cut out. I fired her back up it chugged into the garage I turned ignition off massive bang and smoke out the top of the carb. Left it a minute fired her up ticking over and reviving beautiful at stand still went to pull off again same scenario !!!! Massive flat spots popping and banging out of both ends. The car has new dizzy and carbs fitted. My question is …. Does this sound timing related ? I was very confident with timing but now massively doubting myself ! Or should we be looking elsewhere to solve. any ideas and feedback from experienced pinto nuts appreciated thanks in advance

Looking for a decent exhaust shield burnt my leg one time too many !

Distributor from 2.0 pinto used, coil cap and arm are all brand new £35 collect Coalville will post if postage is paid and agreed

I can defiantly taking some bragging rights on this one a few years back I was given a company Ssang Yong pick up truck to drive it was the most unstable rear end wagging piece of rubbish I have ever had the displeasure of driving nearly killed me on many occasions !

After some thought carbon build up and hot spot was most likely easily caused from previous running everything was out when I bought it and it has not had a decent long run for quite a while, decided to borrow a carbon clean machine from work ran it on this for 30 minutes today once round the block ignition off and …….. no run on at all ! It seems to have solved it fingers crossed, going to fill up with decent fuel and take it for a proper drive in a couple of weeks.

So after many months and a fair few quid my car is done ! Well nearly went for a drive today was absolutely awesome ! Pulled up at home turned ignition off it chugged a bit then like a 12 bore shot gun out the exhaust, it has always done this since I bought it, I have replaced carb and set up on gas analyser timing is spot on thanks to RichyB all fuel lines and filters changed new k&N air filter new plugs leads cap and arms in fact it would be easier to list what hasn’t been changed but still this running on issue !!! Any clues or advice greatly received thanks in advance Jim

Is it just possible that a tidy desk is a sign of someone so efficient they finished all there work and had time to tidy up after ?

The arches and nose are back from body shop tonight a few weekends reinstalling then onto the polishing !

Autosol elbow grease and window cleaner it is then cheers guys

All, as a new Robin Hood owner one job I will be doing later this year is polishing all the stainless, My question is what products and method work best to get that show room shine ?

Looking at removing windscreen and fitting an aero screen preferably double bubble type. Just because in 6ft 2 and looking straight at top of the screen ! can anybody recommend one that will fit ? I've seen plenty for westies etc... but not sure how close to fitting these would be ? Even better if you have one at the back of the garage you want some dosh for ????

Did anyone see how much the super spec went for that was auctioned last week ?

Thanks Dean only a stones throw from me ! I’ve had a quote from positive design Tamworth £820 inc bonnnet wrapped !! I’ll see what Pulse can do