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Engine / Re: Oil sensors and switches

« Last post by Ics19 on August 19, 2026, 12:25:46 AM »

...are all the senders M14x1.5?

Think you'll find this is the case   All straight threads (not tapered) and typically use an aluminium washer to seal.  The water temperature sensor and switch are M16 tapered fit.

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Engine / Re: Should I be worried???

« Last post by peteracs on August 18, 2026, 11:28:14 PM »

Hi

Checked the pump and all still within spec, so re-assembled and installed in engine. One thing I did note on the pump was the rubber O ring was very flat, so ordered a pack of 10 via next day Amazon. The difference was noticeable.

Also managed to re-fit the sump with new gasket and non setting gasket sealant Permatex Form-a-gasket rather than RTV.

Another day and should have the rest screwed back together and a new 5l of oil should be here.

Peter

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Engine / Re: Oil sensors and switches

« Last post by Nigel on August 18, 2026, 10:05:00 PM »

Hi Mark,
As far as I recall, the oil senders are a much smaller size, say M8 but
with a fine thread.
The size you quote is more like the water temp stuff on the head.

Probably best to take one out and measure.

Nigel

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Tuning and competition / Re: Not racing track use

« Last post by Ferrit on August 18, 2026, 09:27:16 PM »

I didnt know I can do that, do I need to book it?

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Tuning and competition / Re: Not racing track use

« Last post by TonyLanciaBeta (Tony Harrison) on August 18, 2026, 09:07:43 PM »

My best advice after sorting your car, would be go out with the Goodwood instructor 1st, and wave to the photographer   

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Tuning and competition / Re: Not racing track use

« Last post by Ferrit on August 18, 2026, 03:47:02 PM »

"I'd be tempted to put in some higher temperature rated brake fluid - ATE superblue gives major improvement and modest cost"

If I get the car back as promised I will look at this also.

I have bled the death out of it less than a year ago and its got new front discs and green pads, and its passed a recent MOT brake test.

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Tuning and competition / Re: Not racing track use

« Last post by capriblu on August 18, 2026, 03:14:10 PM »

I currently have TotalEnergies Quartz Racing 10w­50 Engine Oil and its done about 800 miles, is this okay?

Should be fine!

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Tuning and competition / Re: Not racing track use

« Last post by Ferrit on August 18, 2026, 02:40:38 PM »

I currently have TotalEnergies Quartz Racing 10w­50 Engine Oil and its done about 800 miles, is this okay?

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Tuning and competition / Re: Not racing track use

« Last post by capriblu on August 18, 2026, 01:50:57 PM »

I'd invest in some fresh good quality oil, nothing too thin at the top.  Valvoline VR1 20/50 mineral (high ZDDP) is a very good inexpensive choice if you are not going to be doing regular cold morning starts.

I'd be tempted to put in some higher temperature rated brake fluid - ATE superblue gives major improvement and modest cost

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Engine / Re: Oil sensors and switches

« Last post by Ferrit on August 18, 2026, 01:06:01 PM »

I am going to buy a couple gauges for oil temp and pressure.  Initially to confirm the status of the engine, and at some point mount in the stereo slot (I think).  I am going to replace the current senders with new to match the gauges, are all the senders M14x1.5?