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Re: 20vt Porto to do list.... [Re: Edinburgh] #1350491
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No danger.... laugh


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Re: 20vt Porto to do list.... [Re: Brilly1uk] #1352456
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Took at trip to my parents today for Father's day. After letting my dad have his 1st Coupe spin on the M5 motorway and local duel carriageway, we later on spotted the coolant level in the expansion box was well down? shocked
Not sure if the car has the original Paraflu fluid, but I shall be making a trip to a fiat dealer over the coming few days. It may just be coincidence, but I had the air con running for pretty much the first time since I have had the car (April 2012). confused
Coolant spec - CUNA NC 956-15
Edit - June 18th - Called in at Fiat Hartwell's Hereford as I was over that way but they only had Paraflu Ultra Protection, which it appears is all that is now available. As I recalled mine was pink/red in the tank, I purchased a litre for £6.60. This was with a considerable discount as they said they charge £8.20 + VAT! Being concentrate I watered it down to 50/50 when adding to the car this evening. Now to keep a very close eye on the levels! frown

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Re: 20vt Porto to do list.... [Re: Brilly1uk] #1352462
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Earlier I tried fitting a spare rear demister switch, which sadly did not appear to fix the rear demister frown
Still, I learnt how to remove the centre panel on the dash. This is quite straight forward but on removing the fan switch, care needs to be taken re a small metal spring which can be easily lost behind the centre console. Also care with the top retension clips.

Can anyone advise whether the rear demister switch should have a definate on/off click? Mine both push in and come out without a switch click confused click to enlarge click to enlarge click to enlarge

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Re: 20vt Porto to do list.... [Re: Brilly1uk] #1352525
17/06/2012 21:49
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The switch does not latch, the relay should. Does the demister work if you turn the R/H heater control to Max Def?


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Re: 20vt Porto to do list.... [Re: Brilly1uk] #1352540
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Hi Barmybob
Thanks for the confirmation re latching. Not sure re the Max Def, but I will definately give it a try smile


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Re: 20vt Porto to do list.... [Re: Brilly1uk] #1356329
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After having replaced the rear n/s passenger grab handle a couple of weeks ago, yesterday I managed to break the replacement when trying to move the passenger seat back forward! grr
Basically it seems the head rest gets jammed on the grab handle and without releasing what was jamming it and the consequences, trying to push the seat back forward, the grab handle gets broken. shocked
So No2 on the list needs doing again....still I now know all the steps involved smile
I am otherwise having the cooling system/radiator pressure tested this week frown

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Re: 20vt Porto to do list.... [Re: Brilly1uk] #1357895
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See seperate technical post - pressure test has confirmed the radiator has a leak and needs replacement. frown


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Re: 20vt Porto to do list.... [Re: Brilly1uk] #1359013
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Well, a new Valeo radiator has been fitted and hopefully fully tested and bled.
The local garage then advised the air conditioning metal pipe lower joint has been leaking and the pipe needs replacing. frown
Therefore the aircon is off limits until I can track down a new pipe replacement. Once again it does not look easy to get too....
The garage mechanic said I can add it to my to do list...has he been reading my posts? shocked
Anyway, tick one off, add another on rolleyes
Double checked the oil and noticed the level appears different depending on which side of the stick you look at???
Keeping a close eye, I have added 0.3 litre after just over 500 miles.


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Re: 20vt Porto to do list.... [Re: Brilly1uk] #1359443
12/07/2012 00:35
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You seem to be doing well ticking off them things to do on your coupe!
Hope your enjoying your car mate

Re: 20vt Porto to do list.... [Re: Brilly1uk] #1359719
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Hi Lezza
Yes, still enjoying the car, though haven't really used it too much as I want to get key things sorted before being able fully appreciate its capabilities. Increasingly keen to get the brakes sorted and then I will feel more confident pushing on! ooo
Luckily I do not have to use the car day to day.
Bye the way, I have thought of spraying a model of the Coupe Portofino Blue. I have a can of spray paint, so if I can get hold of a model at a decent price, I will have a go. However not many models available - the only one I have cost £40!


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Re: 20vt Porto to do list.... [Re: Brilly1uk] #1360016
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I think £40 sounds about right for a model coupe that's what paul has paid for his? Glad your Porto going well not sure if am keeping mine Paul has found another coupe for me in better condition than mine, and if he has his way will just swap my car weather I like it or not! rolleyes laugh

Re: 20vt Porto to do list.... [Re: Brilly1uk] #1360247
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Well I am sure if you do get another, it will be very good, as your Porto looks in well cared for condition. I'll be interested to see what you get and where your Porto ends up? smile


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Re: 20vt Porto to do list.... [Re: Brilly1uk] #1360258
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All I know is it's energy green?

Re: 20vt Porto to do list.... [Re: ] #1360269
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oooo energy green 20v n/a??? Still too fast for a bird lol

Re: 20vt Porto to do list.... [Re: ] #1360279
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Might be a energy green plus???? driving

Re: 20vt Porto to do list.... [Re: Brilly1uk] #1362857
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Back to the to do list...
Checking out the state of the rear brake hubs, in preparation of renewing the discs and pads, I used the Fiat tool kits torque wrench to loosen the wheel nuts and check the locking wheel nuts can be removed. All was well, until on the last nut when the torque wrench stripped. cry
So now on the lookout for a new Fiat wrench plus a proper wheel nut brace.


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Re: 20vt Porto to do list.... [Re: Brilly1uk] #1362875
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I wouldn't bother with the Fiat wheel spanner, just get a decent 1/2inch drive ratchet/breaker bar and a 19mm socket.

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Re: 20vt Porto to do list.... [Re: PeteP] #1362997
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I think your right petep cool


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Re: 20vt Porto to do list.... [Re: Brilly1uk] #1363940
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Item 5 on the "To do list" Leather seats - finally got around to using the special leather colour restorer over the weekend and very pleased with the results.
Firstly I spent a good while using leather cleaning liquid and then applied the leather colour restorer on a few areas of either wear or small white patches.
Worked the colouring in, left to dry, wiped off the excess and then checking next day, all looks very good. cool


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Re: 20vt Porto to do list.... [Re: Brilly1uk] #1364478
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I will polish those seats for you next week...
Looking froward to borrowing my ex!

Re: 20vt Porto to do list.... [Re: ] #1364501
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You mean as you hang onto the steering wheel going around bends! laugh


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Re: 20vt Porto to do list.... [Re: Brilly1uk] #1364516
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Item 17 on list - Fitted the new heater control bezels my son purchased as a birthday gift...thanks Dan, they look pretty good and give the centre console a nice lift from the somber dark plastic. cool
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http://i1271.photobucket.com/albums/jj621/Brilly1uk/Newheaterbezels.jpg
See earlier photos for the before and after.
Care needs to be taken when following the fitting instructions as it is quite easy to create a lip on the inside of the bezel, which prevents them from sitting flush.

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Re: 20vt Porto to do list.... [Re: Brilly1uk] #1370576
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A new set of mats purchased via ebay arrived yesterday. smile
A good fit for both front and rear, with a nice Coupe logo to lift things up a bit. Being black, they show up how the original carpet has faded since 1998! ooo
Anyway, pretty pleased with them and not bad value at £30 plus postage.
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Re: 20vt Porto to do list.... [Re: Brilly1uk] #1376387
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Item 14 on the original to do list - Car is booked to have a bit of paint this week to tidy up a few of the more obvious bumper and bonnet scrapes on my Porto.
A bit worried about the paint matching, but I guess an entire respray would be the only way to get things perfect! laugh


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Very pleased with the paint job and so far it looks a very good match tidying up a scuff on the rear n/s bumper and similar on the o/s front bumper.
Pics to be posted shortly.
Work was carried out by Chips Away(Glos)and I can thoroughly recommend them for a cost effective way to keep your car looking tidy. laugh
Luckily the rain stayed away and we had a bright clear morning here in Glos, for doing the work.


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Re: 20vt Porto to do list.... [Re: Brilly1uk] #1377457
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You're doing a sterling job there Brilly, now post some pics!


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Re: 20vt Porto to do list.... [Re: Edinburgh] #1377696
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Here are a couple Edinburgh smile
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Re: 20vt Porto to do list.... [Re: Brilly1uk] #1377710
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Another pic - still Porto though! laugh click to enlarge


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Re: 20vt Porto to do list.... [Re: Brilly1uk] #1377728
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Porto after touch up
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Re: 20vt Porto to do list.... [Re: Brilly1uk] #1377744
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Full marks for effort, what are the headlight lenses like?


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