general maintenance question

[peter]

Are there things that work themselves loose? What do you typically "tighten up" on a periodic basis? thanks peter

[Steve C.]

I would periodically check the loose nut between the steering wheel and the driver's seat

Sorry for not sending a serious reply.......couldn't help it.

With a new build, you should tighten the exhaust manifold, oil pan and valve cover bolts.

Steering linkages and suspension bolts as well.

[pgermond]

In a word.... EVERYTHING!

The engine and drive train components are obvious, however, doors may fall off if the shoulder bolts loosen up, you might have a wind wing or sun visor disappear one afternoon, that rattling you hear could be your trunk lid due to the hanger for the hinges not being tight. At least that's what I've heard from others

[Aggressor]

Peter
I've owned British sports cars since 1969 and have developed the habit of occasionally checking every reachable fastening for tightness and security. I know the Weavers found several steering joints that required setscrew tightening while spot-checking 2002 Homecoming participant cars.

- Geary

[bstandley1]

I routinely have to tighten up the door latches ..... and the set screws on my steering linkage have loosened up as well.

Bob

[weaver]

I'm amazed at how many cars I check have a loose steering wheel, if you feel looseness in the wheel just tighten the nut.

Alan