I would just like to say the Classic car MOT exemption is stupid..
Had a Nice Silver Shadow in today from a wedding service, owner was the typical stuck up toff "arse" noted a few things..
I however noticed a good few other other things..
#1 Only one of the headlights were working on low and/or high beam
#2 The NS indicator wasn't working
#3 Massive fuel leak from the Carburettor which was filling the V with neat fuel
#4 Fuel tank was porous
#5 It was running so rich neat fuel was dripping from the tailpipe
#6 Both front wheel bearings were installed incorrectly which has subsequently destroyed the bearing, NS,
#7 NSR caliper was seized and pad worn down to nothing
#8 FR Caliper leaking fluid...
#9 Brake lines front to back excessively corroded.
#10 Front compliance mounts worn to excess.
#11 Exhaust manifold leak, "excessive"
#12 Centre muffler excessively corroded.
#13 rear height control rams leaking
#14 The brake warning lamps had been disconnected, and upon test driving it was evident the one brake circuit wasn't working. - Narrowed down to the rear most pump on the engine being defective and the brake accumulators needed recharging.
#15 Gearbox had a leak from the front pump seal..
I did enjoy presenting him with the £8987 bill for repairs though....
He nearly keeled over..
Just goes to prove just because it is MOT exempt doesn't mean it doesn't need regular maintenance.
And being the braking system runs off pumps on the engine if you bust a pipe it'll just pump all the fluid out and you'll crash!
Anyway...
Been a good day..
