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Fiat 126 Chat => Fiat 126 Mechanical Problem Solving => Topic started by: Richard Parker on December 05, 2006, 09:26:30 PM

Title: Fuel and Engine Questions
Post by: Richard Parker on December 05, 2006, 09:26:30 PM

Hi everyone,

Could anyone tell me what fuel is best to run a 1987 650 Air Cooled Fiat 126?

My 126 has developed a tin rattling sound, coming from around the alternator area.  Is this a common fault?  Does anyone have any advice on how to fix it?

Thanks,

Richard

Title: Fuel and Engine Questions
Post by: 126dave on December 05, 2006, 09:41:35 PM

hi richard,welcome to the best 126 site going!.
the ''tin rattling'' sound maybe loose bolts around the tin work......or else where,these little motors do vibrate a lot,have a good check around and nip up any bolts etc you can find,but it may be connected to your fuel question.......are you sure its not a pinking/detonating /pre ignition fault?.
 the a/cooled needs leaded,or you need to add some lead additive,they are also very timing sensitive..........im sure others on here will contribute to solve your problem.........

Title: Fuel and Engine Questions
Post by: Chris Lakin on December 06, 2006, 12:20:25 AM

welcome to the forum Richard, ive heard a few people ask this question about rattling in that area, i think it could be a worn alternator? or it could be a lose airfilter in the housing.

With regard to fuel, unleaded is ok, if you dont go mad, and if you put CASTROL VALVE MASTER in about £10er a pot.

Kind regards

Chris Lakin