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by Chipale
Sat May 02, 2020 10:24 pm
Forum: Daimler SP250/251, 2.5 V8 & V8-250 Saloon Forum
Topic: Inhibitor switch
Replies: 12
Views: 1885

Re: Inhibitor switch

Thanks H, I think I need to adjust my selector bar first as you say, then I'll play with the switch Thanks John, I am currently looking for both a service manual and parts list, without which life is much more difficult! I have messaged archives on this site and not yet found anything on ebay. Stil...
by Chipale
Fri Apr 24, 2020 7:02 pm
Forum: Parts for Sale & List of Suppliers
Topic: 250 V8 service manual
Replies: 2
Views: 1093

250 V8 service manual

I have the Daimler V8 250 factory service manual on CR-Rom which I no longer require. Free - first come, first served. I'll even cover the postage!!
Fergus
by Chipale
Mon Apr 20, 2020 7:46 pm
Forum: Daimler SP250/251, 2.5 V8 & V8-250 Saloon Forum
Topic: Non starter - electrical fault?
Replies: 10
Views: 1712

Re: Non starter - electrical fault?

Thank you everyone for these excellent replies. Some really useful information here and I appreciate you sharing this with me. As soon as I have time this week (pesky home working getting in the way) I'll have a fresh look at getting the car running. I'm clearly not planning any drives at this time ...
by Chipale
Sun Apr 19, 2020 9:35 pm
Forum: Daimler SP250/251, 2.5 V8 & V8-250 Saloon Forum
Topic: Non starter - electrical fault?
Replies: 10
Views: 1712

Non starter - electrical fault?

So, three weeks ago I decided to move my V8 250 out of the garage and on to the driveway to let the spring sunshine and fresh air hit the car after winter storage. All was fine. Reversed out, it sat for a couple of hours then drove it back in to garage. Started perfectly and the engine ticked over n...
by Chipale
Mon Sep 23, 2019 4:48 pm
Forum: Daimler SP250/251, 2.5 V8 & V8-250 Saloon Forum
Topic: Leather seat and headlining repair & replace
Replies: 12
Views: 2373

Re: Leather seat and headlining repair & replace

Thank you both for two very good suggestions for me to follow up which I will do
Fergus
by Chipale
Mon Sep 16, 2019 9:52 pm
Forum: Daimler SP250/251, 2.5 V8 & V8-250 Saloon Forum
Topic: Leather seat and headlining repair & replace
Replies: 12
Views: 2373

Leather seat and headlining repair & replace

Some advice please. The front seats on my V8 250 are in need of repair. The cushioning is disintegrating and there are cracks and a tear on the drivers seat. However, while the padding will be replaced with new I want the leather repaired and made good rather than go for brand new. The headlining is...
by Chipale
Tue Jul 09, 2019 12:33 pm
Forum: Daimler SP250/251, 2.5 V8 & V8-250 Saloon Forum
Topic: Gear selector cable
Replies: 4
Views: 1085

Re: Gear selector cable

Top tip, thanks
Car going in Friday to get bushes fitted so will ask mechanic to look at this
Fergus
by Chipale
Mon Jul 08, 2019 3:24 pm
Forum: Daimler SP250/251, 2.5 V8 & V8-250 Saloon Forum
Topic: Gear selector cable
Replies: 4
Views: 1085

Re: Gear selector cable

Thanks, I'll check them out
Fergus
by Chipale
Mon Jul 08, 2019 3:23 pm
Forum: Daimler SP250/251, 2.5 V8 & V8-250 Saloon Forum
Topic: Shock bushes
Replies: 2
Views: 694

Re: Shock bushes

Thanks Richard. Now ordered.
Getting them fitted on Friday in readiness for drive to car show at Glamis Castle on Sunday
Fergus
by Chipale
Mon Jul 08, 2019 11:02 am
Forum: Daimler SP250/251, 2.5 V8 & V8-250 Saloon Forum
Topic: Gear selector cable
Replies: 4
Views: 1085

Gear selector cable

I could probably do with a new gear selector cable on my 1968 V8 250. Car does go into park but you have to be carweful with this (it did slip into reverase the other week when stationary!). SC Parts, from what I can see, is only place doing this cable but its £296. Ouch Does anyone have any suggest...