Newbie Northern England

[Dinger1962]

Hi saw a 1.6 Beta coupe on Ebay thought it was reasonably priced none runner so i bought it (thanks clive) on inspection its not beyond repair.Ignition barrel not working but figured out wiring managed to get car started in an hour today (Oh need barrel and key please if anyone got one to sell thanks ) any pointers to parts suppliers used/new would be appreciated
 i always wanted one when i was younger but needed money for family mortgage etc now am older son leavin home sold my motorbike and here i am thanks in advance of any help or suggestions --

[Neil-yaj396]

Whereabouts are you? I'm near Bradford.

[Dinger1962]

Am in barrow in furness-

[George-S]

betaBoyz is a great place to get parts... https://353652584127257704.weebly.com/

Ebay as always another great place..

South Africa http://lancia.co.za/ has a massive range of parts.. but personally find it a nightmare to use :/

Just asking on this forum most people get back to you about parts if they have spares..

Also the lancia beta coupe appreciation society on facebook is great for advice ..



Good luck with it all !  Post some pics .. lots of great advice on here if you get stuck ...
 

[Dinger1962]

thanks for replies fellas most helpfull-

[mangocrazy]

If you're unsure how many miles/how much time has elapsed since the previous cam belt change, make doing that your first priority. Betaboyz should have all the bits and can advise.

[Dinger1962]

Thanks had a look on Betaboyz looks like they moving premises ---Had engine running properly today  satisfied its healthy now will give service and change cam belt as well car been sat since 95--not a total knacker will need work but didnt cost the earth--need fuel tank if you got any contacts thanks Stu

[peteracs]

Hi

Glad to see another being cared for. On the fuel tank how bad is it as always a tricky one to replace?

Peter

[Dinger1962]

Its knackered mate --got fuel lines rigged up to my old speedboat tank for now in the boot--not to worry it runs / body repairable/all the rest will just take time cheers Stu

[fred2660]

Hi, this is also a good site to find some parts:  https://spareto.com/

[wheelies]

There's a guy in Hartlepool who is good with fuel tanks takes between 7 to10 days turnaround with a open guarantee. Like bring it back anytime and ill fix it I'm so sure it will last. Mine lasted 15years before I could smell petrol.
For you it's a quick ride across the A66

[smithymc]

Or, if the tank hasn’t actually got holes in it, you could try the Frost POR15 kit and line it yourself. I did mine and it seems ok 2 years on.

There are a few tips I would be pleased to pass on and don’t get it on yourself or any clothing you might ever want to wear again, but it seems a good product. As with most things, preparation is key.

Mark

[Dinger1962]

Thanks for taking the time fellas all very helpfull cheers stu--