Thanks a lot for the welcome. I've been reading here for a few months now, and learning a lot. Its just a shame that only a little of whats written applies to my car.

Yep, I'm in the UK! Here are some photos as promised. I've now removed the fan and shrowd, will rig up an electric fan when I can find one for the right price. Notice also the spray of all over my hood (bonnet), any guesses on where thats coming from?