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Post by gavsp5 on Jun 10, 2013 13:17:10 GMT
So here I am introducing myself bought a P5 3.0 auto 1964 collecting tomorrow ....mega excited will be popping on here time to time no doubt and may come to some meets as I used to with old cars
thanks see you all around
Gavin
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Post by David on Jun 10, 2013 13:37:35 GMT
Welcome Gavin.
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Post by GlennR on Jun 10, 2013 13:40:26 GMT
Yep...a warm welcome.
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Post by cyf on Jun 10, 2013 15:20:25 GMT
Welcome,
Mega excited... Ah, I like this feeling when you are about to buy a car
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Post by Phil Nottingham on Jun 10, 2013 17:25:40 GMT
Hi and welcome - where are you located and is it a saloon or Coupe?
Look forward to hearing more and seeing some pics
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Post by johnwp5bcoupe on Jun 10, 2013 19:01:05 GMT
Welcome Gavin  Sorry for the delay my Broad Band died on me |
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Post by eightofthem (Andy) on Jun 10, 2013 20:01:50 GMT
Welcome Gav. Come in no need to take your shoes off, make yourself at home  We love pictures here. |
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Post by gavsp5 on Jun 10, 2013 20:35:03 GMT
Hi..... Thankyou for the welcome
She is a 3.0 auto saloon in blue tbh not sure much about her until I get her tomorrow but I'm sure I will need bits and bobs to tidy her up ....
pictures are to follow ...promise
FIRST QUESTION: these are pretty solid cars right? I understand there old queens but anything I should look out for with my model inparticular!!!
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Post by Phil Nottingham on Jun 10, 2013 21:22:18 GMT
Solidly built but rare now as really full of serious rust traps! Water leaks and rusts everywhere - try a magnet. See P5OC Website. Inner rear wings disappear. Loads of pics on search including mine where they rust.
Make sure the 3 speed autobox has correct ATF level - dipstick is under transmission hump. It starts in 2nd unless floored OR column switch is down which acts a a gear hold switch like "Sports" mode on modern cars. Steering is well balanced and not overlight
Engine should start dead easily and be almost silent and smooth on idle and will pull away smoothly but slightly sedately up to a top speed of 100mph+ Subdued engine but wind noise especially if door/window seals hardened
Understeer will be terrible on X plies and dangerous in the wet if cornering fast but quite stable on good radials in all weathers/speeds
MPG in winter sub 18!
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Post by Multi-Tech on Jun 10, 2013 21:26:03 GMT
A very warm welcome
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Post by gavsp5 on Jun 10, 2013 21:30:50 GMT
Wow thankyou ..... Start in second  Excuse me complete rookie we all have to start somewhere ....not like modern cars then where they have to started in park/neutral? also dipstick for the transmission is that easy to get to?? apoligies in advance |
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Post by Phil Nottingham on Jun 10, 2013 21:39:20 GMT
No - start driving ie moving forward in D - the 3 speed gearbox starts in 2nd unless you make it use first for a slightly brisker get away which may spin tyres but unlikely
Start engine in Park or Neutral - starter motor should not turn in any gear. No different to modern cars except shift pattern slightly different and is on column of course
Suggest locate and read Handbook or all posts on Forum
Lift up hump carpet and big rubber grommet on passenger side - engine idling in D with handbrake tight on - I would drop it into Park and check level quickly as P5 handbrakes are not good if brake system is poorly/incorrectly serviced
Fluid should be RED.
Good luck
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Post by cyf on Jun 11, 2013 10:15:09 GMT
So, it's the big day Gav! How is your "new" car?  |
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Post by gavsp5 on Jun 11, 2013 12:49:08 GMT
Well I'm picking her up this evening ..... But will defiantly be on here later or tomorrow no doubt to ask questions .... And upload pics of course!!!!
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Post by cyf on Jun 11, 2013 14:41:30 GMT
I'll wait for the pictures then!
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Excuse me complete rookie we all have to start somewhere ....not like modern cars then where they have to started in park/neutral?