Morris Minor Owners Club

Bill I always like to get the two contact points back to clean shiny metal. The end of the spring contact " arm " and the brass insert of the metal dome. Stephen's last photo shows both items perfectly. Every point in an electrical circuit needs clean contact points for trouble free operat...

Stephen Wrong ? No ..that would work just as well. Bob

When it comes to installing the wiper motor , do not put the wiper blades back on at this stage.Substitute some cardboard pointers , gaffa taped to the spindles. The cut off position for the auto park system ( with the wiper blades at the bottom of the screen ) is adjusted by rotating the exterior d...

A link to Moss with a diagram of the parts you might need for the refurbishment , other suppliers available of course.
https://www.moss-europe.co.uk/windscree ... 51-71.html
Bob

Stephen If you have Watchmaking skills , then I'm preaching to the converted ! I have two pals that I've helped with Classic car restoration. Both have a tremendous , enthusiastic approach to dismantling car parts in the shortest possible timescale. Unfortunately an element of finesse in their appro...

Stephen I think you've nipped the problem in the bud. When you have a moment , I'd' clean up the corroded Earth ring back to clean metal. Emery paper or a small brass brush. Ditto the fixing point / stud .Re- fit firmly and cover with Copa ease or a dab of vaseline to protect it for the future. The ...

Before removing the dashpot , when it " refuses to proceed " what happens when you lift the piston lift pin. Does it feel " jammed " ? Possible causes damaged needle ? Is it perfectly straight ? Remove needle from piston , after slackening the grub screw.Place on a flat surface e...

James I'm with Stephen , you have identified the washers necessary and have the double check of the Burlen Fuel diagram that Stephen posted. I have done a number of SU Fuel pumps and carburettors and I've found " the extra washer / washers " in some packs. Some deliberate where a multi pur...

Duncan ,
Here's a link to a non vented cap .There are other Morris Minor suppliers of course
https://www.morrisminorspares.com/engin ... 02-p830265
Bob

ESM seem to have it in stock : -
https://www.morrisminorspares.com/fuel- ... 01-p830595
Bob

Capt Tolley's Comes out White from the tube ( so that you can see it ) but dries clear. Great stuff Bob

An answer for your friend.Reference books show A40849 25D4 as being fitted to Minor 1000 HC 1963-66. The car you say was 1967.( Supply in the parts bin still being used up in the factory early 1967 ? till they ran out. ) Another source :- http://morrisminordoctor.com/services/dist shows 40849 B as b...

Fibreglass repairs have their place ,providing the area concerned does not compromise structural integrity or as in this case is not in an area subject to continuous stress. I would continue with "pulse " welding , with your piece of brass / copper behind. It's the same technique as plug w...

Look up Burlen Fuel , lots of help on their technical pages for SU pumps and they sell all the spares you would need if you discover something is suspect.I've put a link to the " disassembly " page.Fire us some questions if you are still unclear on anything.Take your time , don't go at it ...

Don...I stand corrected. Even greater care and subtlety required for Aluminium.
Thanks Don Bob

Philip On the assumption that you don't have any bodywork hammers and dollies , then a bit of improvisation is called for. To get rid of the dents / distortion you will need some reasonable size ( not thin wood ) wooden battens and a couple of large G cramps. A bit of a jugging exercise but place a ...

Well done Myrtles Man. You can sit back and really enjoy your cup of tea now , you've earned it. Bob

Always listen to free advice.
Bottom line , I say to my mates when involved with their restorations / recommissioning ,
" It's your car and it's your decision , forget everyone else. You're the one whose got to live it and be happy.
Bob

Getting at the distributor at the back / base of the engine on a Morris Minor to check over / clean things is a pain as regards access. A lot of people find it easier to remove the whole thing. Before you panic , just take elementary precautions. 1. Make sure that the HT leads are numbered 1 to 4 ( ...

+ 1 for JowettJavelin's suggestions. When you pull out the wiring , clean up the pin on the flasher ( marked P ) and the bullets on the flasher wiring. A good " polish " with sand paper or emery cloth will ensure you have a decent electrical connection. Make sure the wire itself hasn't bee...