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- Sun Apr 25, 2021 3:25 pm
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Gearbox only removal.
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1206
Gearbox only removal.
Although I am well practiced at removing and replacing engine and gearbox together, and engine only operations, I have just this day suffered gearbox failure on DiD run. Hence I only need to change box, so wondering if (as I have never done this) if it quicker to follow the manuals instructions of c...
- Sat Apr 10, 2021 12:07 pm
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: cylinder head casting repair?
- Replies: 16
- Views: 1623
Re: cylinder head casting repair?
I do have the sandwich plate with heater take off with this head, as pictured. Have been reading on other forums which tells me that using this set up on a non Maestro application can cause flow problems due to air locks? Opinions are split as to whether it is advisable to use it or not. Any thought...
- Fri Apr 09, 2021 6:58 pm
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: cylinder head casting repair?
- Replies: 16
- Views: 1623
- Fri Apr 09, 2021 11:44 am
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: cylinder head casting repair?
- Replies: 16
- Views: 1623
Re: cylinder head casting repair?
Panic over! To my huge embarrassment, I found out by myself that I had fitted a 1098 gasket which over lapped the 1275 (standard) bores! I my (limited) defence, the set was marked 1275 on the packet. I have informed machine shop, who had already tested the head and found nothing amiss. Lesson learne...
- Thu Apr 08, 2021 12:38 pm
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: cylinder head casting repair?
- Replies: 16
- Views: 1623
cylinder head casting repair?
After extensive rebuild of an A+engine, I started it and ran it on my DIY test bed, and after running for around 1/2 hour, it started belching clouds of thick blue smoke! In all other ways the thing ran perfectly, so I have stripped the whole lot down again, and can find nothing untoward in all the ...
- Thu Feb 25, 2021 8:59 am
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Clutch choice.
- Replies: 5
- Views: 552
Re: Clutch choice.
Sorry Phil,I should have said that I could swap the crank and rods back to Ital type if that type was preferable. However, it is the question of difference in operation of the two types that I was meaning. I am aware of mod to lengthen the clutch fork arm have a " Declan" linkage to incorp...
- Wed Feb 24, 2021 5:59 pm
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Clutch choice.
- Replies: 5
- Views: 552
Clutch choice.
Sure that it has been done many times on here, but I have a choice to fit either type of clutch available to a rebuilt A+ engine and 1275 midget gearbox, and would like an opinion as to which is preferable please? I have both types of hardware (ESM conversion for Minor type, or 1275 midget flywheel)...
- Fri Jan 29, 2021 12:18 pm
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Timing gears with Morse HV chain.
- Replies: 5
- Views: 454
Re: Timing gears with Morse HV chain.
Thanks.
Is this the same company?
https://www.findtheneedle.co.uk/compani ... -and-morse
Birmingham.
Is this the same company?
https://www.findtheneedle.co.uk/compani ... -and-morse
Birmingham.
- Fri Jan 29, 2021 11:10 am
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Timing gears with Morse HV chain.
- Replies: 5
- Views: 454
Re: Timing gears with Morse HV chain.
Thanks for notifying Phil. Can or should you use the tensioner with these?
- Mon Dec 14, 2020 12:10 pm
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Timing cover leak solution?
- Replies: 46
- Views: 4378
Re: Timing cover leak solution?
Many thanks to all contributors for my original question.
I have 2 A+ engines, and will fit ALL of the above to them.
I have 2 A+ engines, and will fit ALL of the above to them.
- Thu Nov 19, 2020 7:13 pm
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Timing cover leak solution?
- Replies: 46
- Views: 4378
Re: Timing cover leak solution?
The gasket shown in the link above https://www.minispares.com/product/Classic/Engine/Block/Gaskets/GUG705550GM.aspx?100108&ReturnUrl=/search/classic/timing%20cover%20gasket.aspx is the preferred type of gasket for my use. It has a slightly rubberised feel to it. Lightly covered in grease and ni...
- Thu Nov 19, 2020 10:00 am
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Timing cover leak solution?
- Replies: 46
- Views: 4378
Timing cover leak solution?
Found this on another site, and wondered if anyone has used it, as I have never seen one before? Bit pricey but seems to be the ultimate answer to a common recurring problem? https://www.dsnclassics.co.uk/retrosport-shop/engine-accessories/timing-cover-kit-midget-sprite-morris-1000-retrosport-front-...
- Fri Nov 06, 2020 12:09 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Young enthusiast Bangers and Cash
- Replies: 48
- Views: 6099
Re: Young enthusiast Bangers and Cash
Another Morris club is organising a JOGLE run, which has to be postponed until next year, due to the current situation.
I think that it is a excellent idea, and will be taking part. I did think that the Minor club would have had one, as the "Minors on tour" is quite popular?
I think that it is a excellent idea, and will be taking part. I did think that the Minor club would have had one, as the "Minors on tour" is quite popular?
- Tue Oct 20, 2020 11:10 am
- Forum: Bodywork
- Topic: Traveller Cab pick up chasis
- Replies: 26
- Views: 7840
Re: Traveller Cab pick up chasis
Location of the rear of the cab is the problem, but yes I guess it would be possible to knock up a "custom" flat bed rear, but not sure about extending the rear overhang? You may run into problems with registration/legality problems later? I went into some detail when contemplating this, a...
- Mon Oct 19, 2020 11:03 am
- Forum: Bodywork
- Topic: Traveller Cab pick up chasis
- Replies: 26
- Views: 7840
Re: Traveller Cab pick up chasis
The only way to fit the longer doors/cab section to an LCV is to lengthen the LCV chassis by 7" (IIRC), in the correct place. This has been done a number of times, and something that I looked very deeply into when restoring my Van. I bitterly regret not carrying this out at the time. "Unse...
- Sun Oct 18, 2020 1:03 pm
- Forum: Bodywork
- Topic: Traveller Cab pick up chasis
- Replies: 26
- Views: 7840
Re: Traveller Cab pick up chasis
No, trav doors are the same as 2 door and Van/pick up doors are 4 door.
- Mon Oct 05, 2020 6:43 pm
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Facet fuel pump?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 598
Re: Facet fuel pump?
Many thanks.
- Mon Oct 05, 2020 2:56 pm
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Facet fuel pump?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 598
Re: Facet fuel pump?
Thanks Phil, I will get one ordered. Where in the line did you mount your filter please,bulkhead or nearer the pump?
- Mon Oct 05, 2020 11:03 am
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Facet fuel pump?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 598
Facet fuel pump?
I am fitting a crankcase breather to my A+ engine in the Minor,so have to find an alternative fuel pump. I am looking at a Facet pump as these have been recommended by others, but unsure as to which one to go for? Would appreciate suggestions from others who may have fitted these please. I note that...
- Wed Sep 30, 2020 10:00 am
- Forum: Electrical
- Topic: Ducellier Distributor
- Replies: 2
- Views: 961
Ducellier Distributor
Have found a Ducellier Dizzy in my box of old Distributors, and wondered if they are any good?
Apparently they were used in the days of industrial disputes when Lucas could not supply? I notice that spares are available still, so are they worth pursuing with, or not worth the bother?
Apparently they were used in the days of industrial disputes when Lucas could not supply? I notice that spares are available still, so are they worth pursuing with, or not worth the bother?