Clunking in reverse

hi all,

I have just test driven a 1984 series3 petrol. Everything seemed fine with the exception of a clunking noise which only happened when reversing the vehicle out of the garage. It was fine going forward. It's just passed it's MOT but has a drive shaft universal joint advisory. Is it likely that this is what's causing the clunking noise?

Hope u can help

yup

Possibly it needs changing as soon as you can but could easily a worn reverse idler gear

Cheers guys,

Out of interest, how big a job and expense would the reverse idler gear be to fix? Would use this info as part of any offer I make if I decided to purchase the vehicle.

it means box out and stripping,so you have labour costs,plus cost of replacing or repairing box

Henry bounces like a kangaroo on acid in reverse.

I kinda like it.

Thanks for that, any idea on how much that would cost? Would like a rough guide to help me barter

500 upwards

Cheers mate, much appreciated

Hard to say on an old girl. It could take all day to get the box out and a day to get back in. Id say 5 to 6 ton.

Cheers for the quick responses guys. Will all
Help with my negotiations. Seller wants £7250. It's a 84 petrol truck cab with a 3/4 canvas. Engine runs sweet as a nut and the panels and chassis are very good.

Does the above price sound ok? Was looking at 90's prior to this one so not really clued up on my values for series 3's

Daz90 said:

Does the above price sound ok? Was looking at 90's prior to this one so not really clued up on my values for series 3's

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im not sure of current prices but i wouldnt pay that unless it was mint

Seven grand for a series 3 is top money. You want a minter with a cast iron warranty. Even then it will cost to keep it mint. They dont look after themselves and always need a few quid spending on them.
The other problem if your not doing much resto work is things will inevitably take you by surprise. I see things weekly when tinkering so I can see the problems before they arise and plan a little.

Does it have a new galvenized chassis? I would expect so for that money.

Col

Hi all, appreciate the responses. No it does not have a galvanised chassis. Original matching numbers one with a new rear cross member and two small patches. Nice original paint with nice patina but does need footwells sorting both sides. 101000 miles on original engine. I too thinks it's high in its price.

Daz90 said:

Hi all, appreciate the responses. No it does not have a galvanised chassis. Original matching numbers one with a new rear cross member and two small patches. Nice original paint with nice patina but does need footwells sorting both sides. 101000 miles on original engine. I too thinks it's high in its price.

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Sounds a bit on the heavy side if it has rot. If the foot wells have had it the bulkhead won't be far behind.
Should be about 4 grand tops. I wouldn't pay more than 3.

Cheers bobsticle, much appreciated. Is there a clever way of checking the bulkhead area behind the dash or is the only way to remove the dash completely?

Daz90 said:

Cheers bobsticle, much appreciated. Is there a clever way of checking the bulkhead area behind the dash or is the only way to remove the dash completely?

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The trouble lies in the box sections round the door pillars so not easy to spot. they rot from the inside out. Things to look for are uneven surface and signs of filling round the pillars and vents.