Issue 47 – Oct 2005.pdf

The article discusses various issues and repairs related to Rolls-Royce and Bentley cars. It starts with a nostalgic tone, mentioning the lack of a social gathering place for enthusiasts to share stories and experiences. The author then describes a repair job on a Cloud III, where they had to replace the door seal and encountered a wiring issue. The article also touches on the topic of wiring techniques used in older models, comparing them to modern methods.

The main topic of the article is a mysterious noise in a T2 model, which was identified as a hydraulic pump issue. The problem was traced to the return line of the number one system accumulator, and a solution was found by installing a "muffler" in the flexible pipe to dissipate the energy from the pressurized fluid.

The author also shares their experience with changing low-pressure hoses on a Silver Spur and notes that the design of the accumulator valves and hoses in this model does not produce the same knocking noise as in the T2. They then describe a modification they made to the T2 using a restrictor pipe from a Silver Spur, which solved the problem.

Additionally, the article mentions the replacement of rebound buffers on a Silver Cloud, which can be a challenging task, and the importance of proper suspension alignment. Finally, the author touches on the topic of cartridge fuses and how they can "blow" without an apparent overload, but the explanation is cut off at the end of the provided text.