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by RobThomas
Sat Aug 01, 2020 8:45 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Clutch pressure plate set up
Replies: 9
Views: 1220

Re: Clutch pressure plate set up

Capture.PNG Correct gauge plate fitted, adjust thrust plate to sit parallel and at same height as central stub. Without the correct gauge plate you are a bit stuffed. Manual says that just using the driven plate is not ideal since you don't know for certain that it is flat and parallel, however, it...
by RobThomas
Sat Aug 01, 2020 8:24 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Clutch pressure plate set up
Replies: 9
Views: 1220

Re: Clutch pressure plate set up

From memory, that isn't how it is done. You set it on a very flat plate and adjust the screws to bring the thrust plate to a set height and perfectly level. Not done it, only read about it a while ago.
by RobThomas
Tue Jul 21, 2020 7:55 am
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Floor dip switch
Replies: 10
Views: 2318

Re: Floor dip switch

Unscrew the dip switch from the floor, remove the 3 wires (noting position and colour), screw dipswitch to bottom of dashboard in comfortable position and then run new wires of suitable thickness from original position to the new position. You will need 3 long wires, 6 "Bullet connectors" ...
by RobThomas
Fri Jul 17, 2020 5:45 pm
Forum: Do you know....?
Topic: Gear Stick Retaining Plate
Replies: 7
Views: 2465

Re: Gear Stick Retaining Plate

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One like this?
by RobThomas
Wed Jul 01, 2020 8:38 am
Forum: Series MM Register
Topic: Oil filter
Replies: 20
Views: 5395

Re: Oil filter

Sent one of the kids under the car. :D "HOF250W" Not showing on Halfords, as you say. This might work. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/114227594114?var= Jaguar S-Type Saloon 3.0 V6 (1999 - 2008) 175kW VW Golf Mk IV 1.6 (1997 - 2005) 75kW Audi TT Coupe 1.8 T quattro (1998 - 2006) 165kW VW Golf M...
by RobThomas
Tue Jun 30, 2020 8:55 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Thread sizes
Replies: 117
Views: 157001

Re: Thread sizes

Plug in the back of the Lockheed master cylinder where a stub can be fitted for a remote reservoir. It is 1 inch x 20 tpi, UNEF. Same thread as pop-off valve on the Shorrocks supercharger. On page one it says BSC but I'm somewhat doubtful of this since 1 BSC is 26 tpi.
by RobThomas
Tue Jun 30, 2020 5:48 pm
Forum: Series MM Register
Topic: Oil filter
Replies: 20
Views: 5395

Re: Oil filter

It was a Halfords HOF 205 or 250. I can't recall which and it's turned so I can't see it. :D
by RobThomas
Tue Jun 30, 2020 7:42 am
Forum: Series MM Register
Topic: Oil filter
Replies: 20
Views: 5395

Re: Oil filter

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by RobThomas
Tue Jun 30, 2020 7:39 am
Forum: Series MM Register
Topic: Oil filter
Replies: 20
Views: 5395

Re: Oil filter

Not tempted to fit the screw on filter conversion?
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by RobThomas
Sat Jun 27, 2020 2:23 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: 12G295 head on a 948 block
Replies: 15
Views: 1999

Re: 12G295 head on a 948 block

948 Vedette Engine block and crank, early Mini tappet covers, A+ timing gear with duplex chain, 2-ring (2A948?) 1100 camshaft, 12G295 head, 1275 head studs etc
by RobThomas
Sat Jun 27, 2020 8:47 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: 12G295 head on a 948 block
Replies: 15
Views: 1999

Re: 12G295 head on a 948 block

Mini MPI exhaust manifold fitted to a 12G295 (at last)
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by RobThomas
Wed Jun 17, 2020 8:23 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Use of Marina front suspension arms and splined pin
Replies: 5
Views: 698

Re: Use of Marina front suspension arms and splined pin

I like the stuff you write, Phil. Always finding the definitive answer by 'doing it' first.

Thanks.
by RobThomas
Fri Jun 12, 2020 7:34 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Engine to far forward?
Replies: 24
Views: 2390

Re: Engine to far forward?

I can just get a finger between the engine bay crossmember and the bolt head holding the gearbox on. Same as the photo from Michiel above.
by RobThomas
Mon Jun 08, 2020 7:52 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Stub axle/swivel upright fit.
Replies: 9
Views: 1049

Re: Stub axle/swivel upright fit.

Series MM stubs are much smaller. Looks like the .875 is for one of those.
by RobThomas
Sat May 30, 2020 10:05 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Choke lever swap
Replies: 25
Views: 2391

Re: Choke lever swap

If the end of the cable is at all frayed it starts to get like putting a coat onto a reluctant 4- year-old kid. Fingers splay out! :D
by RobThomas
Tue May 26, 2020 7:39 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: radiator
Replies: 5
Views: 639

Re: radiator

Lots of alloy rads for about the same price, which is interesting when you consider how much more radiator you get from the Chinese alloy ones. About 1cm. Too bloody wide to fit in the car without cutting and welding the front panel. :evil: PS Only bought it so I could easily weld on some added extr...
by RobThomas
Sat May 16, 2020 2:22 pm
Forum: Series MM Register
Topic: Split Screen chrome surrounds
Replies: 2
Views: 866

Re: Split Screen chrome surrounds

i VERRRRRY GENNNNNNTLY eased the chrome to the right shape before it went in. It gets slightly bent every time it gets levered out.

Good luck! :D
by RobThomas
Sat May 16, 2020 9:45 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dash ashtray - What to replace it with?
Replies: 30
Views: 3155

Re: Dash ashtray - What to replace it with?

That panel hole would make a fancy charger socket for an I-phone.
by RobThomas
Fri May 15, 2020 5:57 pm
Forum: Series MM Register
Topic: Rich
Replies: 8
Views: 1973

Re: Rich

Might possibly be crudded up at the bottom of the float chamber where it leads up to the needle. Can you lift out the brass float? It does sound like a lack of fuel getting through. Does the piston visibly rise when it first fires?