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- Tue Mar 05, 2019 12:07 pm
- Forum: Electrical
- Topic: electric temp guage with no V regulator
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1225
Re: electric temp guage with no V regulator
Good afternoon, I have purchased the suggested device, which appears to be ideal for the job. Could anyone let me know a recommended place to earth it? Currently my temp gauge is in the drivers side glovebox door, so access to drill inside is quite limited! That is assuming I need to mount it to a s...
- Sat Feb 23, 2019 10:48 am
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: I found a small screw
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1476
Re: I found a small screw
Don’t throw it away though!! You never know...
- Sat Feb 23, 2019 10:41 am
- Forum: Electrical
- Topic: electric temp guage with no V regulator
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1225
Re: electric temp guage with no V regulator
Excellent, I will order one and give that a go.
Many thanks for the tip!
Edd
Many thanks for the tip!
Edd
- Fri Feb 22, 2019 5:50 pm
- Forum: Electrical
- Topic: electric temp guage with no V regulator
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1225
electric temp guage with no V regulator
Hi all, I have had a good old search of the electrical forum, but cannot quite find the info that I need. Mine is a 1959 Minor still with original, gold-faced speedo, which I believe means that there is no voltage regulator. My mechanic (did his apprenticeship on Minors so unlikely to be a duffer) h...
- Thu Jan 24, 2019 2:17 pm
- Forum: Electrical
- Topic: Battery Amps
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2500
Re: Battery Amps
To finish this thread, I have just ordered a 075 battery from a Cheshire-based seller on ebay. It cost me £55 with next day delivery, which seemed pretty reasonable. My sole reason for choosing it was the 'LUCAS' branding, which I thought would sit quite nicely in the car! Mine is negative earth, wi...
- Mon Jan 07, 2019 9:38 am
- Forum: Electrical
- Topic: Battery Amps
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2500
Re: Battery Amps
Many thanks for the informative replies! I will have a measure and see what I can fit in there. My car is negative Earth, the current battery is fitted backwards, keeping the terminals at the rear, and leaving a handy blank side to fix my own period logo rather than something modern and inappropriat...
- Fri Jan 04, 2019 11:24 am
- Forum: Electrical
- Topic: Battery Amps
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2500
Battery Amps
Hi all, There was an excellent article in the most recent minor matters, on batteries suitable for higher compression engines that might need a little more oomph. Sadly my copy has already fallen victim to the recycling police! Can anyone advise on a suitable battery? My engine has 12G940 head so is...
- Sun Aug 12, 2018 5:16 pm
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Engine not running - can't figure it out
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2823
Re: Engine not running - can't figure it out
You can spend hours polishing it up, but it will tarnish pretty darn quick in the air, undoing all your hard work.
You can buy chromed dashpot covers and mirror-finish heat shields if you desire a bit of bling.
Edd
You can buy chromed dashpot covers and mirror-finish heat shields if you desire a bit of bling.
Edd
- Thu Feb 01, 2018 5:41 pm
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Head compatability
- Replies: 22
- Views: 5004
Re: Head compatability
Read through my engine rebuild thread before you spend any money! I machined cut-outs into the block, can't remember what my clearance is from the top ring. Sinking valves is definitely easier, although it then throws your rocker geometry off, so adjustment may be needed there. As soon as you go awa...
- Tue Oct 17, 2017 10:44 am
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Grease monkey - what's best for trunnions?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2465
Re: Grease monkey - what's best for trunnions?
Wading into the grease debate..... When working on my 60s outboards I use 'Evinrude' branded grease, which is marketed as waterproof and "will not wash out, even in salt water". So I tend to use this for everything. I imagine it is a fair bit pricier than a big tub of moly, but a tube has ...
- Wed Oct 04, 2017 10:14 pm
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: MM Mechanic in Berkshire, please
- Replies: 1
- Views: 672
Re: MM Mechanic in Berkshire, please
Under an hour away is Peter Rowe, at Dennis Road motors in West Molesey. For all things mechanical he is A1, having served his apprenticeship on Minors. Appreciate that is still a fair journey! They do not do bodywork.
Try your local MMOC branch? Contact details in Minor Matters each month.
Edd
Try your local MMOC branch? Contact details in Minor Matters each month.
Edd
- Sat Sep 23, 2017 8:19 pm
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Starter Problem
- Replies: 39
- Views: 8159
Re: Starter Problem
Any engineering firm/reconditioners should be able to replace the ring gear for you. I had a new one fitted to mine and flywheel refaced for £40 plus the vat locally to me.
- Sun Sep 03, 2017 9:18 pm
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: painting gold seal engine
- Replies: 55
- Views: 47515
Re: painting gold seal engine
Always good to stand out from the crowd, and a shame to lose some of the history of the car. Gold gets my vote. Spend a bit of time spraying it properly and it will look fantastic.
Edd
Edd
- Tue Aug 22, 2017 12:02 pm
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: timing chain - tinkling
- Replies: 36
- Views: 7276
Re: timing chain - tinkling
2" wide puddle, or 2" deep?! I have the same, apparently it is common for mating surface of cover to distort from previous tightening, and so needs dressing back to flat. It's on my to do list, once I have mentally prepared myself to remove hockey sticks again! I may well use non-setting g...
- Thu Aug 17, 2017 10:22 pm
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: timing chain - tinkling
- Replies: 36
- Views: 7276
Re: timing chain - tinkling
Concur, you've done all the hard work, a duplex kit is under £30, would be foolish to not fit and forget one! In my humble opinion
- Mon Aug 07, 2017 9:25 pm
- Forum: Bodywork
- Topic: How do you remove body wrap?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1929
Re: How do you remove body wrap?
If UV has broken down the film then you are in for a miserable job, as it will continue to break up. I have done this exact task! As suggested, heat is your friend, this softens the adhesive and makes the vinyl more flexible, so easier to remove in large pieces. Make sure you pull it off SLOWLY, pul...
- Tue Jun 27, 2017 7:34 pm
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Sandblasting and repainting wheels
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1595
Re: Sandblasting and repainting wheels
Bit late, I used a powder coater in Tolworth, they blasted the wheels for me too. Happy with their work. Near the girls school just off the A3.
Edd
Edd
- Tue Jun 27, 2017 6:00 pm
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Core plugs
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2673
Re: Core plugs
I was advised to dab loctite around rim beneath core plug, and then paint a little over the top to aid sealing, as it is not a machined surface, but rough from casting. I imagine there are all manner of sealants you could use, clear nail varnish is another option!
- Tue May 30, 2017 1:46 pm
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Engine breathing
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1256
Re: Engine breathing
Loads of info on this on the forum, quick search will dig it up!
General consensus, fit tappet cover breather (ensure correct one or it will foul rad hose) and plumb to carb. No rocker breather required as long as filter cap is vented.
Edd
General consensus, fit tappet cover breather (ensure correct one or it will foul rad hose) and plumb to carb. No rocker breather required as long as filter cap is vented.
Edd
- Wed May 10, 2017 7:36 am
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Balancing
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1559
Re: Balancing
The next time we are all reading about an event that 'broke the internet', it won't be a Kardashian, it'll be Phil listing his stock of unique spares on eBay!