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by Dartford Dave
Sat Nov 25, 2023 7:37 pm
Forum: Daimler SP250/251, 2.5 V8 & V8-250 Saloon Forum
Topic: 2.5 V8 - New Owner
Replies: 16
Views: 3541

Re: 2.5 V8 - New Owner

Hi Plus8. I bought my v8 a couple of months ago and after a couple of days went to visit a friend and show him the car. That's when I found out my P transmission doesn't work either. I also found out my handbrake didn't work! Sitting in his lounge having a cup of tea and saw my car rolling past his ...
by Dartford Dave
Sun Oct 15, 2023 3:48 pm
Forum: Daimler SP250/251, 2.5 V8 & V8-250 Saloon Forum
Topic: V8 250 Rear brake issue.
Replies: 11
Views: 1110

Re: V8 250 Rear brake issue.

Thanks Chris S for your experience with the EBC pads. At the moment I have fitted the original design pads but once I am happy the brakes are performing correctly I will refit them. After a great deal of struggling I have managed to change the rear flexible brake pipe. Horrendous job as nothing woul...
by Dartford Dave
Mon Oct 09, 2023 8:57 pm
Forum: Daimler SP250/251, 2.5 V8 & V8-250 Saloon Forum
Topic: V8 250 Rear brake issue.
Replies: 11
Views: 1110

Re: V8 250 Rear brake issue.

I contacted EBC about the difference in the brake shoes they supplied versus the original design. . Interestingly they say that their design is better ( no surprise there!) But also that brake discs under normal braking will reach 350 C and wheel temperature reaching 150C - 200C is normal ! That's s...
by Dartford Dave
Mon Oct 02, 2023 7:56 pm
Forum: Daimler SP250/251, 2.5 V8 & V8-250 Saloon Forum
Topic: V8 250 Rear brake issue.
Replies: 11
Views: 1110

Re: V8 250 Rear brake issue.

I've had another play around with my rear brakes today. And to be honest I've left myself confused on where I'm at. Followed Chris suggestion and jacked up rear wheels, pumped brakes and although wheels were hard to turn they weren't locked. New pads had a small amount of play so not binding. Decide...
by Dartford Dave
Sat Sep 30, 2023 8:05 pm
Forum: Daimler SP250/251, 2.5 V8 & V8-250 Saloon Forum
Topic: V8 250 Rear brake issue.
Replies: 11
Views: 1110

Re: V8 250 Rear brake issue.

Thank you Richard and Chris for your advice. The new pads were ECB Ultimax. They fitted into the callipers easily but neatly. Before bleeding there was a 2mm gap between the pads and disc so don't think pad dimensions are an issue. The new pistons were from David Manners so believe they are not an i...
by Dartford Dave
Sat Sep 30, 2023 12:02 pm
Forum: Daimler SP250/251, 2.5 V8 & V8-250 Saloon Forum
Topic: V8 250 Rear brake issue.
Replies: 11
Views: 1110

V8 250 Rear brake issue.

I bought a V8 a short while ago. All appeared well and drove several short local journeys to get to know the car. Took the car for a longer run out to a show, 20 miles each way. Towards the end of the homeward journey I left the motorway and at the top of the slip road was aware of a big cloud of sm...
by Dartford Dave
Mon Sep 04, 2023 9:03 am
Forum: Daimler SP250/251, 2.5 V8 & V8-250 Saloon Forum
Topic: 2.5 V8 Transmission oil
Replies: 2
Views: 378

Re: 2.5 V8 Transmission oil

Many thanks Richard. I thought it would make sense to check the oil when it was warmed up and expanded. Didn't realise should be checked with engine running though.

I will have a handbook shortly.

Thank you again for your assistance

Dave
by Dartford Dave
Sun Sep 03, 2023 9:08 pm
Forum: Daimler SP250/251, 2.5 V8 & V8-250 Saloon Forum
Topic: 2.5 V8 Transmission oil
Replies: 2
Views: 378

2.5 V8 Transmission oil

I'm new to the V8 2.5 so still finding my way. I have a couple of questions that I need help with. Apologies if a little basic. 1. When do you check transmission oil level ? Cold and static or hot ? At present if I check cold then oil level is low. 2. What oil should be used ? 3 As the dipstick tube...
by Dartford Dave
Fri Aug 18, 2023 3:48 pm
Forum: Daimler for sale
Topic: Daimler DB18
Replies: 5
Views: 679

Re: Daimler DB18

The car goes through the auction this weekend and having serious thoughts about withdrawing it even though I've already bought a replacement in the form of V8 2500. Looking at the pictures and video I'm now wondering why I ever decided to sell it. Ha. Especially as this style of car doesn't seem to ...
by Dartford Dave
Wed Aug 09, 2023 7:36 pm
Forum: Daimler SP250/251, 2.5 V8 & V8-250 Saloon Forum
Topic: Buying advice V8 250
Replies: 19
Views: 1154

Re: Buying advice V8 250

Hi John. Thank you for your offer but I bought one last night ! There was one for sale in Bonhams online auction that I was attracted to. Ironic really as I would preferred to have bought from a known source such as a yourself.

Thanks again for thinking of me

Dave