Insurance(again) and Tachometer

[John Mac]

Having just read through the archives there must be an awful lot of under 30 year olds that have successfully had insurance from Mannings who all must have pre driven 3 litre cars - strange.(but good luck)
However, having now got my S2 and had the chance of close scrutiny in my own surroundings a few things need attention, I'm sure they are simple and hope all you wise ones can help.(1)the Tachometer doesn't work, all wires seem to be attached, its stuck on 2000rpm - terminal? does it need replacing?(2) no boot strut - mechanical type as illustrated in the Bible p256, what part is this?(3) Insulation under bonnet sags, is the way to follow the Bible instructions ie-epoxy it back on, or 3M tape it?

[Paceracing]

Re: The underbonnet felt sagging.

I have completely removed mine, and it makes absolutely no difference to the ammount of engine noise transmitted through the car. As far as I am concerned, the car is better off without it.


Jas.

[John Mac]

A good solution having removed the insulation but I would have thought that in time this would be risky with the amount of under bonnet heat generated, and the possibility of the Gel coat either crazing or becoming discoloured - no problems so far? how long have you had it removed?

[Dave_H]

John,

The tacho sits at 200RPM on most cars when the engine isn't running - Gravity is the cause, it's just a S "feature"

Have you checked all your fuses?, also going on the Bibles wiring diags, have you put a voltmeter across all the wiring to test for breaks etc?

I's worth trying this first.

Cheers,

Dave.

[John Mac]

Dave,
Thanks for the comment.
The Taco is stuck on 2000 rpm not 200.
Fuses are ok but I'm going to check earth and continuity next.
John

[Paceracing]

My underbonnet felt has been removed for over a year, and I have seen other 'S' series cars without it as well.

Jas.

[HarryW]

My felt was removed by the previous owner over 4 years ago, the underside of the bonnet has been finnished off with a matt black paint. The external paints fine, no sign of heat damage at all.
If your felt is in the way and dropping down then I would have thought it'd be better off removed (IMHO).

Harry

[John Mac]

Thanks fellas I will take your comments on board.
John