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I think the idea is that by switching arable land from growing food to crops to make ethanol then more people will starve to death, the world population will drop and therefore less CO2 will be produced. Oh, hang on. Maybe I've got that wrong......

Hi, I think the other thing this proves the need for, in these times we live in, is a lockable fuel cap. If you want one I've attached some links below for you pick from. It will deter the opportunist who doesn't want to get caught, which most of them are. Best wishes, Mike. https://www.googleadser...

However, ethanol is hygroscopic, meaning that it attracts water from the air and, over time , the water will separate out and lie on the bottom of the tank promoting rusting. :o So I wonder if they can explain to the average motorist, what the advantage is in putting this destructive stuff in fuel?...

Hi Ian, As far as I understand it they were all originally fitted balanced and ready to go. So if you haven't removed the balancing plates and there's no sign of any ever being fitted (and subsequently rusting off), your prop should be okay to refit once you've done the UJ's. That said, every one I...

Jagnut, what is the difference between a retained pensioner and a pensioner? My Dad was employed by them from about 1949 (not sure exactly which year he left the army) through to 1986, at which point he was able to retire and take his pension (from January that year). As far as I understood it at t...

Hi Elinor, 1 - Brakes imbalanced across an axle Rear 2 - Brakes imbalanced across an axle Front 3 - Service brake lagging in operation Offside Rear 4 - Service brake lagging in operation Nearside Front I would suggest your brakes need a good service, budget for brake shoes, their connecting springs...

The waxstat doesn't replace the choke, it adjusts the jet to compensate for temperature variation - but has a widespread reputation for going wrong Just had a little read up on this on some other forums and it seems there is another fix for the waxstat out there....... Apparently you prise open the...

Hi, I've just fitted a 948 engine with a 1098 gearbox mated to it, using the thicker 1098 engine backplate and had no issues at all. So I would say it's out of alignment somewhere but not because of that. Try slackening off all the gearbox rubber mounting bolts and remove the two (each side) that b...

The above - 1275cc Midget/Sprite flywheel with centre bush adapter to carry the Ford first motion shaft. Thanks for the confirmation Phil. As I am unable to recall why it came off with so little wear to the ring gear I shall add it, clearly labelled, to my 'free to whoever needs it' spares pile for...

This is the oil separator I used:

That looks like a neat option Phil.
Your link takes me to the separator but is that a kit or do I have to buy it all individually?
Many thanks,
Mike.

Hi, I have uncovered another item from my motoring past whilst clearing out my shed. This is what I believe to be a 1098 flywheel (or 1275?) converted for use with a Ford type 9 gearbox. I obviously didn't use it much as it has a new ring gear fitted, with hardly any or no wear evident...... Howeve...

Planning ahead, I bought loads of parts way before actually being ready to fit them, because I knew I'd be wanting them. It helps to keep the momentum going once you start. Even with this I find I have missed things or need extras, however it allows me to move onto something else, while I wait for ...

Hi Andy,
ESM also do this (link below), which I believe is the correct one and not that expensive.
Best wishes,
Mike.

https://www.morrisminorspares.com/fuel- ... -c-p830822

Hi,
I have silicone heater hoses and, whilst it was tight, I managed to get them through the bulkhead with the rubber grommets in place, so it can be done.
Best wishes,
Mike.