Panda (Classic) John Dragon Man's 4x4 Sisley

[panda panda]

How long did it take you to change it over John?

 

[Palio]

Talon now has brakes that work so well it is scarey!

if you suspect that your master cylinder is out, buy one from here:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Brakes-Master-Cylinder-Fiat-Regata-Uno-Lancia-Y10-FBM4055-/160967829974?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item257a6e29d6&clk_rvr_id=482984129256

it is an exact match to the one that comes off a servo assisted panda 4x4. well worth £8.47 (Even has free postage!!!!!!!!)

VmanC, maybe a good idea to stock a few... for the price they are welllll worth it.

Hi John,

What is the difference with all the master cylinders? I bought an LM70030 which was listed for the Panda - looks the same as this one, but this seller doesn't reckon the LM70030 fits a Panda?

I got the other one for the Super in case that's the cause if its brake issues (issue being it has no brakes but still at MOT standard! ).

I'll get one of these as a Sisley spare if it fits.

Is it just the position of the holes (matron) which matters or how do you check what's right??

 

[Didge3]

How long did it take you to change it over John?

I expect it took him about 20 minutes to swap it over.

So it'd probably take you around 2 weeks?

 

[panda panda]

I expect it took him about 20 minutes to swap it over.

So it'd probably take you around 2 weeks?

Three at least - Fizzle is being punished for his insubordination

Twizzle is very happy with all the extra use and feels loved again

 

[Didge3]

Twizzle is very happy with all the extra use and feels loved again

Desipte Fizzle being stroppy you must miss driving him.
Twizzle surely doesn't give you that same feeling when you go for a drive?

 

[panda panda]

Desipte Fizzle being stroppy you must miss driving him.
Twizzle surely doesn't give you that same feeling when you go for a drive?

When you are angry, disappointed and pee'd off with someone you don't miss them do you (even when you caused the problems to start with)?

Drove to Huddersfield and back it was quiet, air conditioned, sat high and comfortably listening to an ipod through a decent stereo with bass tones.
I'd forgotten driving could be so easy
.

 

[purple haze]

When you are angry, disappointed and pee'd off with someone you don't miss them do you (even when you caused the problems to start with)?

Drove to Huddersfield and back it was quiet, air conditioned, sat high and comfortably listening to an ipod through a decent stereo with bass tones.
I'd forgotten driving could be so easy
.

Zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz.......

 

[Didge3]

When you are angry, disappointed and pee'd off with someone you don't miss them do you (even when you caused the problems to start with)?

Drove to Huddersfield and back it was quiet, air conditioned, sat high and comfortably listening to an ipod through a decent stereo with bass tones.
I'd forgotten driving could be so easy
.

But where is the fun in easy

I prefer to be rattled about, with a hand on the radio to stop it rattling as I hit another pot hole, using my knee to steer whilst I wind the window down because a twig has just flown through my air vent and I need to dispose of it. All whilst desperately trying maintain my momentum going up a hill.

 

[JamieK]

I expect it took him about 20 minutes to swap it over.

So it'd probably take you around 2 weeks?

What's that old saying :chin: Ahh yes! People who live in glass houses shouldn't throw stones

How long was did that dash bulb take to change again

 

[Dragon Man]

cheekylittlescamp it tool me about 20 mins to swap and bleed new fluid through all the lines. after i also flushed and changed the brake fluid in the marbella. (that has really sharp brakes! wish i had them on talon!)

Palio to be honest, i do not know. this was a stab in the dark that seemed to have paid off, first time for everything eh?
all i can say is that putting the 2 parts next to each other resembles a perfect matching part. right down to the casting marks/burs.
the only difference is that the new one does not have FIAT stamped on the side.

i had a drive of my mums new DS3.. man i did not like it.. it was so "easy" to drive it made it quite hard to drive. with talon i like and enjoy the fact you need a bit of effort to drive him, lets you know exactly whats going on and what you have to do next. with the DS3, the clutch is on or off, the brakes are on or off, and the steering feels like it is not connected to anything. first time i braked in it, i locked the wheels up and about tested the seat belt pretensioners.
heh i drove the shortest route around the block and parked up... she can keep her modern car full of wires and tech. ill stick with something i can fix with a hammer and a few spanners.

 

[Giacosa]

she can keep her modern car full of wires and tech. ill stick with something i can fix with a hammer and a few spanners.

I'm glad there are still those out there that appreciate mechanical things and don't just see them as a smokey relic of the 20th century.

 

[Dragon Man]

^ This.
well said mate, well said.

 

[Dragon Man]

Those of you that didn't know, on the way home from Panda Camp 2013 Talon underwent a little transformation.

This video will show some of the things that he went through...(make sure you watch the video):
Note that the video messed up. its only 10 minuets long.. not half an hour!




and this is what i have been busy fixing: (with thanks to @purple haze)

and we had to have a little fun with the marbella....

hehehe

 

[panda1408]

Love the wheels:yum: Would not mind a set of those for myself. Good job on the bullbar too, good as new How will you be repainting them?

 

[Dragon Man]

i am not too sure, i would like to paint them in a way where if they get scratched, the water wont get under the paint and lift it... quickly. (as i know it cant be helped)

what would you guys suggest? i was thinking of getting them powder coated... given i need the wheels and light grills powder coated too.

 

[panda1408]

I think I would use epoxy mastic, the same stuff I used on the front suspension of my Mk1. The problem with powder coating is it is easily chipped in my experience and once it has happened you can't properly touch it up so you end up with water behind it and you are back to sqaure one.

The epoxy mastic is a two pack paint so it is very tough once hardened, much better than Hammerite or anything like that. Looks best sprayed but you could brush it on, and if you do chip or scratch it you can easily touch it up. I would still get the bullbar blasted beforehand as the cleaner the surface the better it will be though.

http://www.rust.co.uk/products/category/28117/epoxy-mastic-rust-proofing-chassis-paint/

 

[Palio]

Looking good John

That n/s rear light needs a thump btw.

Oh yeah and work out a price for the dash will you? Cost of parts, how long it will take you & what you want per hour. Pm me some info & we'll try and line some work up for you

 

[firstcar-Y10]

Note that the video messed up. its only 10 minuets long.. not half an hour!

Easily half an hour when I try & watch it Haven't even finished loading up the photos yet! stupid internet!
Sure it's all lovely whatever it is

 

[Dragon Man]

Easily half an hour when I try & watch it Haven't even finished loading up the photos yet! stupid internet!
Sure it's all lovely whatever it is

try this one, i have deleted the other video but cant edit the new video link into the post.

 

[VmanC]

Where's your Panda camp stickers john?