Euan Hoosearmy Posted March 6 Posted March 6 As you've got silicone hoses - make sure whatever coolant you use is compatible - see this for details 1 Quote
CVH1600 Posted March 6 Author Posted March 6 Thanks @Captain Colonial. I'm sure the original Westfield manual states pink?.. but then again, I've lost track of how many times the manual was incorrect, particularly the pre SVA version. Points noted and will get them sorted.👍 Quote
CVH1600 Posted March 6 Author Posted March 6 4 minutes ago, Euan Hoosearmy said: As you've got silicone hoses - make sure whatever coolant you use is compatible - see this for details Thanks @Euan Hoosearmy. Another school day. Quote
Captain Colonial Posted March 6 Posted March 6 Engines made after 1998 normally need antifreeze that uses silicate-free, organic acid technology (OAT), usually pink or orange in colour. These types of antifreeze offer better corrosion protection so that parts don't need to be changed as often. Engines made before 1998 usually need antifreeze that isn't OAT-based and does contain silicate, are usually blue or green in colour and are safe for silicone hoses. Downside is it needs changing every 2-3 years. Quote
John Dolan - Wirral & North Wales AO Posted March 6 Posted March 6 Nice build, looks good. Ignition is the standard Ford ecu set up, with a standard road cam. Fast road cam should be fine, a wild cam that won’t tick over would be a prob. Engine runs smoother and picks up better with the vac advance connected. As for the antifreeze, as far as I understand, you should be ok as long as you don’t mix with another colour as coagulation and blockages are prone when mixed. Quote
CVH1600 Posted March 8 Author Posted March 8 Found the page in the manual. Seems there is a difference of opinions 🤔 Quote
Captain Colonial Posted March 8 Posted March 8 11 minutes ago, CVH1600 said: Found the page in the manual. Seems there is a difference of opinions 🤔 An error in a Westfield build manual? Perish the thought! Quote
CVH1600 Posted Monday at 11:36 Author Posted Monday at 11:36 On 05/03/2025 at 20:36, John Dolan - Wirral & North Wales AO said: The IVA examiners aren’t always experienced with non cat, non fuel injected engines. The IVA Inspection Manual, p8 of section 02B, metered emissions. Your car should be tested to default limits, the last box on the page. Good luck. Many thanks for your advice @John Dolan - Wirral & North Wales AO. It's a pass for another pre cat engine on twin Webers. Just got to wait on DVSA now. Thanks also to the wider WSCC community, as there is some really valuable advice and support on this forum - real credit to you all! Absolutely buzzing now. 4 1 Quote
Ian Kinder (Bagpuss) - Joint Peak District AO Posted Monday at 12:07 Posted Monday at 12:07 30 minutes ago, CVH1600 said: Many thanks for your advice @John Dolan - Wirral & North Wales AO. It's a pass for another pre cat engine on twin Webers. Just got to wait on DVSA now. Thanks also to the wider WSCC community, as there is some really valuable advice and support on this forum - real credit to you all! Absolutely buzzing now. Well done - time for Peaky fun soon! Quote
Flying Carrot Steve Posted Monday at 12:28 Posted Monday at 12:28 51 minutes ago, CVH1600 said: Many thanks for your advice @John Dolan - Wirral & North Wales AO. It's a pass for another pre cat engine on twin Webers. Just got to wait on DVSA now. Thanks also to the wider WSCC community, as there is some really valuable advice and support on this forum - real credit to you all! Absolutely buzzing now. Great news, well done! Quote
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