Glad that iyou managed to sort it.

Just let me know as and when re the welding

hi there,

This cars problem was the rear box had collapsed. A removing the exhuaust at the downpipe and the engine ran well albeit noisely!!

THe running rich problem - I tried a replacement carb ( a spare from foggy) and unfortunately whilst the car ran better, it kept cutting out.

The car would start from cold ok but wouldnt restart. A roadside spark test showed the spark to be a little weak.

Working through the Renix diagnostic pages of the B14 engine manaul ( to be added to this site) showed that the coil primary resistance was a little too high. A replacement (spare) coil was marginally better so was fitted. I'll post the specs later once I have the book with me.

The idle solenoid was also tested. live 9V feed at the plug, a good earth from the carb but no click from the solenoid when connected.

A replacement solenoid is in the process of being repaired (the one I have has no blade connector)

The car will then be off to be tuned and welded!!

Shimon