LWC got a bent rear axle today :(
checking out repair option/wreck.
anyone in Canberra/Qbn like to part with a stock drum brake rear axle complete?
Dom
LWC needs a clutch cable as she sits on the side of the road with no forward progress.
Call me on 0414 479 398 if you know where I can get one
Thanks Dom
http://www.industryresearch.com.au/bulletins/TechnicalPublicationsArchive/Nissan%20Micra%20K11.pdf
This bulletin shows camber caster settings, body measurements, panels, etc.
LWC had her throttle body resoldered last weekend. She was a joy to drive this week. Better fuel economy by 50kms per tank, the flat spot is almost not there (curse the cool canberra weather), and she has more power.
Alex many thanks for the repair guide and pix.
LWC
Just replaced LWCs hatch struts for the second time in 12 years!
AutoBarn had stock Monroe units off the shelf for $48 each. The old ones come off by levering up the metal clip with a screw driver enough to slip them off. Just prop up the hatch with a helper!!
The new ones just pop on with a...
The Izuzu 2L motor I had snapped a chain, bent some valves so I changed the timing chain & tensioner on (had the rachet action too).
I think as everything wears, it keeps the tension on the chain when it indexes onto the next rachet tooth without the chain being able to flap and push the...
when you assemble the joint the upper seal tightens quite nicely. The pressure on the lower seal is okay.
The TE4 may be a tighter fit on the upper side but I don't think it matters that much as it is shielded by the upper arm anyway.
LWC