This fantastic how-to, by Mad Mark, on replacing your clutch makes the whole procedure seem positively simple. The actual job in itself isn't too difficult, and with this guide it will be a walk in the park!
Buying a TVR Cerbera need not be a stressful, headache inducing experience. Like many cars of the same ilk, a TVR is an enthusiast's car, and because of this there are many examples that have (secretly) been given more love and attention than the owner's other half! Also, again luckily for us, problems with Cerbera's are quite consisten across the range, and thus have been well documented and are generally quite easy to spot.
Not only will this buyers guide show you how to avoid the pitfalls but also how to spot the best examples on the market. For the complete novice I have split the guide into two parts; the first explaining the different models, engines and options, and the second half detailing the problems and what to look for.
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Old Diagnostic Software (.zip | 1,737Kb)
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Instructions for using the software (.doc | 124Kb)
(The instructions are for the Speed Six engine, but can be used for the AJP as well)
"Tried the newer software on my car yesterday. I had a error message coming up when i started the software that told me that one file was missing. Seems to be for just the ECU version(MBE94130116)that I have in my car.
A wealth of information in these workshop manuals, giving you guidance from the people who knew best, TVR themselves. Of course it's always advisable to use these manuals in conjunction with any other guides and advice you can pick up, as better, more efficient methods may have been discovered, or errors corrected.
The original parts manual, features breakdowns of each section of the Cerbera. Very helpful if you're looking to rebuild certain parts, buy spares, or just interested in what a certain part is called when getting advice.
Always double check part numbers however, as TVR were quite notorious with using various substitute parts, and certain components have now been superceded.
The tappet adjustment is service job done every 6000 miles or every year (whichever comes up first). It isn't a terribly hard job, but requires care, patience and accurate measuring equipment (micrometer).