Story so far series 1 resto

[DavidLaver]

They've got quite a bit of Lancia interest:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/m.html?_odkw=&_ssn=elissemay&hash=item462b3d0648&item=301373130312&pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&_osacat=0&_from=R40&_trksid=p2046732.m570.l1313.TR7.TRC2.A0.H0.Xlancia.TRS0&_nkw=lancia&ghostText=&_sacat=0

[SanRemo78]

That's how I spotted the Appia parts book, someone who obviously doesn't what an Aurelia is!

Guy

[lancianut666]

I have one already as well as the CD version

[lancianut666]

anyone had any thoughts on the plunger on the brake oil tank staying up/down? will bleed the back brakes tomorrow and see what happens
Clarkey

[chriswgawne]

My understanding is that if everything is in 100% order in the braking system, the plunger should stay up and slowly drop as the linings wear. And if it does drop much whist standing, then this would indicate a fluid leak.
However, if the seal and cylinder in the brake reservoir are worn then the piston will very slowly drop as fluid passes the seal. And if there is a fluid leak, you will see fluid on the floor under the car roughly where the leak is. So don't necessarily think that plunger drop = fluid leak. Check the level first.
Hope this helps.
Chriswgawne@hotmail

[simonandjuliet]

With the plungers, I am not overly bothered if it drops 1/2" over a month or so, probably a slight seal leak in the reservoir - the brakes still work even if the plunger is fully down, you just have to press harder ! It doesn't necessarily mean that there is a fluid leak.

Chris is spot on, look for drips on the floor and check the level.

[lancianut666]

thanks guys will have a look today, can't see any leaks..will get the back wheels off and set to with the bleeding then we will see how long the plunger stays up
Clarkey

[lancianut666]

Hi
any tips on gearbox oil? brand and quantity, the car has a series 2 gearbox
Clarkey

[lancialulu]

Castrol ST90 is formulated for Lancia Gearboxes back Aprilia and still relevant for Delta.....

[lancianut666]

Thanks for the oil tip...bled the back brakes some nasty black wee came out on one side the other side came out clear...going down today on the leg iron so will check for leaks and if the plunger has dropped..
Clarkey

[lancianut666]

Hi all
slight leak where the flexible pipe joins the wheel cylinder so I will whip it off and anneal the washer. bit tied up at the mo as my Mum is in hospital recovering from a stroke but she is on the mend..
Clarkey

[fay66]

Castrol ST90 is formulated for Lancia Gearboxes back Aprilia and still relevant for Delta.....

Tim,
I thought synthetic or semi synthetic made Fulvia gearboxes easier to use, if so what is recommended?

Brian
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[lancialulu]

Castrol ST90 is formulated for Lancia Gearboxes back Aprilia and still relevant for Delta.....

Tim,
I thought synthetic or semi synthetic made Fulvia gearboxes easier to use, if so what is recommended?

Brian
8227

Correct for Fulvia but others as said Aprilia to Delta is a non EP 90 and ST 90 says for Lancia on the tin

[lancialulu]

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[lancianut666]

some better news on the brakes..did a quick washer change on the flexihose, quick bleed, nipped it all up and so far no leaks and the plunger is still about 30mm up ...not used in anger so still holding my breath...
Clarkey