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by King Kenny
Mon Mar 18, 2024 11:01 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Voltmeter -false low readings
Replies: 5
Views: 84

Re: Voltmeter -false low readings

I did mine using a momentary switch .
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by King Kenny
Sun Mar 17, 2024 5:45 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Half shaft refit - handedness?
Replies: 6
Views: 116

Re: Half shaft refit - handedness?

I fitted a pair of reconditioned/hardened half shafts a while ago. I had no way of telling which side they came from so I just fitted them blind. Either I got it right or it did not make any difference, but that was nearly twenty years ago and they are still fine. I know that wont help you in determ...
by King Kenny
Sat Mar 16, 2024 4:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My new Series 2
Replies: 5
Views: 158

Re: My new Series 2

I love the colour. You have a very interesting project that will keep you busy for some time but you will have a wonderful car when you are finished. I am slightly jealous.
by King Kenny
Wed Mar 13, 2024 6:32 pm
Forum: Useful Tips
Topic: Diff Plug Tool
Replies: 6
Views: 210

Re: Diff Plug Tool

Always undo the filler cap first. If it proves difficult, at least the diff will have oil in it so you can move the car if needed. only whe the filler is loose should you undo the drain. This way you know you can fill it up again.
by King Kenny
Sat Mar 09, 2024 1:04 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Disc brakes.
Replies: 3
Views: 111

Re: Disc brakes.

I have an Owen Burton Ford based disks that have been fitted over thirty years years without a problem. Still on the original pads.
by King Kenny
Fri Mar 08, 2024 9:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gearbox repair /replacement
Replies: 5
Views: 227

Re: Gearbox repair /replacement

Hi Lizzy. I had a gearbox that needed replacing about 20 years ago. I had a renewed exchange box from a company near Heathrow. It locked solid after a few weeks and I had to send it back for a replacement. The second box has been trouble free ever since. I think a box that despite this a replacement...
by King Kenny
Fri Mar 08, 2024 4:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Thermostat housing
Replies: 16
Views: 453

Re: Thermostat housing

I used copper grease on mine (I used to steal it from work). Works well.
by King Kenny
Wed Mar 06, 2024 9:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: No MOT
Replies: 9
Views: 347

Re: No MOT

Brilliant. Thanks for that. We came back to the UK from France last year. In France the MOT for classic cars was every five years.
by King Kenny
Wed Mar 06, 2024 6:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: No MOT
Replies: 9
Views: 347

No MOT

I was out of the country when the change in MOT rules came into effect. I have a current MOT, in order to re-register my 1969 Traveller in the UK. I understand that it is no longer a legal requirement on vehicles of a certain age, but do I need to fill in a form or anything else when it comes up for...
by King Kenny
Sun Feb 25, 2024 6:48 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Rear axle repair
Replies: 14
Views: 632

Re: Rear axle repair

I took a rear axle off of my convertible and found that it had rusted through at that point too. I welded it up and ground it to shape. It was not difficult and I had a successful repair.
by King Kenny
Sun Feb 25, 2024 6:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How many of you can weld, and how did you learn?
Replies: 22
Views: 1095

Re: How many of you can weld, and how did you learn?

I worked at an engineering factory and became a welder there. We made valves for the Nuclear and petro - chenical industry so our welds were tested to LLoyds standard. We used argon arc TIG, MIG and S.M.A.W. (stick) welding with just a little gas welding and brazing. When I converted a two door salo...
by King Kenny
Fri Feb 16, 2024 6:39 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Remote battery isolator
Replies: 19
Views: 776

Re: Remote battery isolator

That is food for thought as I have an anti theft battery switch fitted to the battery, but I have to open the bonnet to use it. I was looking for a short term switch that did not require lifting the bonnet for when I am making frequent stops. It will only be required for the fused side of the electr...
by King Kenny
Thu Feb 15, 2024 6:51 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Remote battery isolator
Replies: 19
Views: 776

Re: Remote battery isolator

~With a username like King Kenny, I wonder if it's in homage to Kenny Dalglish?~.... No.
by King Kenny
Wed Feb 14, 2024 7:02 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Remote battery isolator
Replies: 19
Views: 776

Re: Remote battery isolator

Thank you all for your comments, They mirror my thoughts, The reason for the drain is that ten years ago I fitted a CD player that I bought at a car boot sale foe £1.00. It worked fine when the car was parked but the CDs jumped when the car went over a bump. I was going to take it out and throw it a...
by King Kenny
Tue Feb 13, 2024 10:11 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Remote battery isolator
Replies: 19
Views: 776

Remote battery isolator

I'm having problems with battery drainage and have fitted a screw down battery isolator. But this means I have to open the bonnet every time I want to use it. I have seen these remote isolators and wondered if any one has experience of using one.
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by King Kenny
Tue Feb 06, 2024 8:19 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Speedometer Compatibility
Replies: 10
Views: 771

Re: Speedometer Compatibility

by King Kenny
Thu Jan 25, 2024 7:12 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Conversion from discs back to drum brakes
Replies: 20
Views: 1362

Re: Conversion from discs back to drum brakes

I can only agree with the previous comments. I fitted a Ford disc kit from Mr Burton in the eighties. I also changed to silicone fluid at the same time and I have eliminated the annual rear brake cylinder overhaul. My wheels do not stick out either. As far as maintenance is concerned, I am still run...
by King Kenny
Tue Jan 09, 2024 11:47 am
Forum: Bodywork
Topic: Door Alignment
Replies: 7
Views: 17247

Re: Door Alignment

My first port of call would be the striker plate and latch. They could have moved too far forward. Just loosen them and move tham back. I hope it is as simple as that.
by King Kenny
Mon Jan 08, 2024 9:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Planning a long trip
Replies: 19
Views: 208088

Re: Planning a long trip

Good plan. Here are a few thoughts I have to start the ball rolling. The best thing about a Minor is that it can be easily fixed almost anywhere in the world that has a decent postal service (probably not Russia). The longest run I did in my Traveller was a five country trip to West Germany and back...
by King Kenny
Sat Dec 30, 2023 1:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Annual Insurance Fun.
Replies: 14
Views: 49563

Re: Annual Insurance Fun.

I think it is all because modern insurance companies use a standard computer system that has no box to tick for classic cars like ours. Every minor on the road, including mine, has been modified but the youngsters filling in the forms have no concept of this. I had to lie in order to get a quote las...