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by brandonr
Fri May 02, 2014 5:57 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Wiper spindle (leaking around)
Replies: 5
Views: 1669

Re: Wiper spindle (leaking around)

OK, parts on their way from ESM. A lot more WD40 and then left a soldering iron on the nut for 2 hours. That worked and it came off. As suggested by autopickup, I tapped the spindle in to release it from the chrome housing. The washer turned to dust.

Thanks all round.

Roger.
by brandonr
Thu May 01, 2014 9:54 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Wiper spindle (leaking around)
Replies: 5
Views: 1669

Re: Wiper spindle (leaking around)

Thanks Guys, that is all very helpful. I'll get the replacement bits lined up before proceeding.
Roger.
by brandonr
Thu May 01, 2014 12:01 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Wiper spindle (leaking around)
Replies: 5
Views: 1669

Wiper spindle (leaking around)

I am getting a leak from under the wiper spindle on my 1968 saloon. Looks easy - undo the large chrome nut, remove the chrome conical housing, and replace the rubber seal between it and the bodywork. Trouble is, no matter what I do the large chrome nuts (on both sides) will not budge. Soaked in WD40...
by brandonr
Sun Mar 30, 2014 4:39 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: 1968 saloon Original rear seatbelts.
Replies: 7
Views: 2031

Re: 1968 saloon Original rear seatbelts.

Bluegrass, where did you get to on this subject? I have a '68 saloon and would like to fit rear belts, but concerned about how to fit mountings that would comply with the law, MOT etc.

Cheers,

Roger.
by brandonr
Thu Nov 28, 2013 2:31 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Loose boot lock/handle
Replies: 7
Views: 2143

Re: Loose boot lock/handle

Thank you, Tom. I'll give it a go - although I could do with slimmer fingers.
Roger.
by brandonr
Thu Nov 28, 2013 12:32 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Loose boot lock/handle
Replies: 7
Views: 2143

Re: Loose boot lock/handle

My boot has ceased to lock so I think I need to replace the barrel, or entire handle. I got as far as removing the catch-plate with the 4 screws, but how on earth do you get at the 2 small nuts holding the handle on? Is there a special tool?

Thanks,
Roger.
by brandonr
Wed Oct 09, 2013 9:30 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: Tax disc holders
Replies: 17
Views: 5968

Tax disc holders

Does anyone know where I can get a period-style tax disc holder? The only ones that I can find are motorcycle type that require a bolt or screw.
Thanks,
Roger.
by brandonr
Tue Sep 24, 2013 5:02 pm
Forum: Bodywork
Topic: How to remove the front grill?
Replies: 17
Views: 7761

Re: How to remove the front grill?

Thanks for the tip cyclonethicone. Food for thought, bmcecosse,- now, what is the most outrageous colour to go with Almond Green....
by brandonr
Sat Sep 21, 2013 7:49 pm
Forum: Bodywork
Topic: How to remove the front grill?
Replies: 17
Views: 7761

Re: How to remove the front grill?

Well mine certainly isn't OEW, but I guess it should be, so thanks for that.
Roger.
by brandonr
Sat Sep 21, 2013 2:45 pm
Forum: Bodywork
Topic: How to remove the front grill?
Replies: 17
Views: 7761

Re: How to remove the front grill?

I know that this is an old message, but I have just found it after trying to remove the grill on my 1968 for painting. I'll go down the road of masking - I can't believe how difficult it is to get the grill off. Can anyone tell me what shade of yellow the grill is? - or any modern equivalent? I am n...
by brandonr
Tue Jul 23, 2013 9:20 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Buying refurbished Minors.
Replies: 12
Views: 3478

Re: Buying refurbished Minors.

Thank you Hubert. That is exactly how i feel. I have always been a purist, keeping my cars in original condition, but I am now at a stage in life where I just want to enjoy a drive. Thanks for taking the itme.
Roger.
by brandonr
Mon Jul 22, 2013 10:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Buying refurbished Minors.
Replies: 12
Views: 3478

Re: Buying refurbished Minors.

er.. it's very nice, but LouiseM said there was a convertible for sale. I know that I am new to minors but.....

Roger.
by brandonr
Mon Jul 22, 2013 9:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Buying refurbished Minors.
Replies: 12
Views: 3478

Re: Buying refurbished Minors.

Thank you all for the advice. With regard to the one in the club magazine, I am in the process of joining the club now so I don't know when I will get a magazine. Any possibility of having the contact number/e mail of the seller?
Roger.
by brandonr
Mon Jul 22, 2013 6:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Buying refurbished Minors.
Replies: 12
Views: 3478

Buying refurbished Minors.

I have just sold my '48 Riley and want to enter the world of Morris Minors. I would like a convertible, but have failed to find anything within striking distance of Devon. I am, therefore, considering having one 'made' for me by one of the firms specialising in this. What I find confusing is that on...