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by philthehill
Mon Mar 04, 2024 5:06 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: 1275 installation clutch release
Replies: 11
Views: 279

Re: 1275 installation clutch release

Before giving a qualified answer.
What 1275cc engine have you got fitted?
What gearbox have you got fitted?
Once the above questions are addressed suitable answers to your questions can be given.
by philthehill
Mon Mar 04, 2024 4:28 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Changing rockers in situ
Replies: 5
Views: 174

Re: Changing rockers in situ

When you refit the head shorten the rocker locating pin lock plate so that the locking pin is secured only by the 5/16" stud. Then only the 5/16" stud has to be disturbed. BMC/BL did a similar thing but mistakenly shortened the locking plate the wrong way so that the 3/8" head stud ha...
by philthehill
Mon Mar 04, 2024 9:01 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Changing rockers in situ
Replies: 5
Views: 174

Re: Changing rockers in situ

You cannot replace the pedestals without disturbing the head gasket contact even if you replace one pedestal at a time.
The risk of the head gasket subsequently failing outweighs the additional work of replacing the head gasket as part of the installation of the 1.3 - 1 rockers.
by philthehill
Sun Mar 03, 2024 3:24 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Electric Fuel Pump SU v Hardi
Replies: 18
Views: 665

Re: Electric Fuel Pump SU v Hardi

Even with a standard SU carb the fuel delivery system can benefit from the installation of a fuel pressure regulator. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/304972778989?epid=1350702349&itmmeta=01HR2EQTE6E3SKMCFSZDZKRBFN&hash=item4701cb4ded:g:vrQAAOSwJm9kgYti&itmprp=enc%3AAQAIAAAA0Ljc9e65KxapfmcQCDI...
by philthehill
Sun Mar 03, 2024 3:11 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Blowing exhaust gasket
Replies: 2
Views: 151

Re: Blowing exhaust gasket

That gasket https://www.morrisminorspares.com/engine-c14/918cc-side-valve-engine-parts-c17/gasket-exhaust-to-manifold-918cc-side-valve-models-only-p899626 is expensive and should last a lot longer than it is doing. I suspect that the front pipe of the exhaust system in not aligned correctly and that...
by philthehill
Fri Mar 01, 2024 5:34 pm
Forum: Bodywork
Topic: Better than nothing rust treatment?
Replies: 41
Views: 1532

Re: Better than nothing rust treatment?

Further to the ESM engine mounts.
ESM list:-
Pt No: AHA5484 as a Minor 1000 engine mount ('e' bay sales)
and
Pt No: MNT101 as a correct softness Minor 1000 engine mount (web site sales).

I note that Pt No: AHA5484 is not recognised on the ESM web site. :-?
by philthehill
Fri Mar 01, 2024 2:57 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Timing Cover Leak
Replies: 78
Views: 3062

Re: Timing Cover Leak

As the drain plug is the lowest point on the gearbox the oil could be coming from anywhere.
I would suggest that you clean the gearbox casing and then run the car and see if you can trace the leak.
But before you do anything check the current gearbox oil level.
by philthehill
Fri Mar 01, 2024 8:46 am
Forum: Bodywork
Topic: Better than nothing rust treatment?
Replies: 41
Views: 1532

Re: Better than nothing rust treatment?

Chief Not very long ago and with my Shore hardness gauge (see photo below) and the Shore hardness of the new engine mounts was greater than the original BMC engine mounts I have. Regarding the statement by ESM as The 'Correct Soft Compound' - it would have been better stated as a specific 'Shore Har...
by philthehill
Thu Feb 29, 2024 10:43 pm
Forum: Bodywork
Topic: Better than nothing rust treatment?
Replies: 41
Views: 1532

Re: Better than nothing rust treatment?

In that case I would go for a good used engine mount rubber. You have a choice from:- MG Midget/Sprite 948cc/1098cc/1275cc. The A30/A35/A40. Morris Minor 803cc/948cc/1098cc. They all use the same engine mount. There are several used mounts on 'e' bay and some look to be serviceable. You may be able ...
by philthehill
Thu Feb 29, 2024 5:57 pm
Forum: Bodywork
Topic: Better than nothing rust treatment?
Replies: 41
Views: 1532

Re: Better than nothing rust treatment?

I have just checked and my own local branch Hampshire MMOC have a engine crane plus other equipment for loan.
by philthehill
Thu Feb 29, 2024 5:53 pm
Forum: Bodywork
Topic: Better than nothing rust treatment?
Replies: 41
Views: 1532

Re: Better than nothing rust treatment?

You may find that your local MMOC branch may have a engine crane for loan or hire.
by philthehill
Thu Feb 29, 2024 5:08 pm
Forum: Bodywork
Topic: Better than nothing rust treatment?
Replies: 41
Views: 1532

Re: Better than nothing rust treatment?

Well done. :tu1: Those engine mounting rubber look as if they could do with replacing. :-( I would suggest that you get some NOS engine mounts from club spares as then you will know what you have. New engine rubber mounts tend to be made with harder rubber these days whilst the original ones are jus...
by philthehill
Thu Feb 29, 2024 10:09 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Minor restoration in my area
Replies: 2
Views: 474

Re: Minor restoration in my area

Try:- S&P Crossways Garage, Vowchurch, Herefordshire. tel: 01981510661. Even if they cannot help you they may be able to point you in the right direction. https://www.facebook.com/p/SP-Crossways-Garage-Vowchurch-Herefordshire-100028366999213/ They even show a Morris Minor 1000 Reg No: HTV962D on...
by philthehill
Wed Feb 28, 2024 8:31 pm
Forum: Restoration Projects
Topic: My pickup
Replies: 6
Views: 748

Re: My pickup

From the information you have given above you appear to have a reconditioned (Gold Seal?) 950cc engine but the head is off a later 'A' Series - possibly a 1098cc engine as it has a temp gauge take off and the 950cc head does not have a temp take off facility. What is the head casting number? (the nu...
by philthehill
Wed Feb 28, 2024 8:15 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Timing Cover Leak
Replies: 78
Views: 3062

Re: Timing Cover Leak

I do not consider that the corrosion shown in the picture above is severe enough to cause a leakage problem. The corrosion is only on one small part of the gasket sealing face and there is plenty of non corroded contact face area remaining to give a good seal. Greasing the gasket allows the gasket t...
by philthehill
Wed Feb 28, 2024 9:11 am
Forum: Parts for sale
Topic: V W Derrington anti roll bar.
Replies: 1
Views: 686

Re: V W Derrington anti roll bar.

Now sold.
by philthehill
Tue Feb 27, 2024 11:26 am
Forum: Parts for sale
Topic: V W Derrington anti roll bar.
Replies: 1
Views: 686

V W Derrington anti roll bar.

V W Derrington Morris Minor anti roll bar with fittings.
Period (1970s) item and in good condition. See photo below.
£70.
Collection only from Stockbridge Hampshire.
PM me if interested.
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by philthehill
Tue Feb 27, 2024 9:07 am
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Garage lights
Replies: 12
Views: 980

Re: Garage lights

I use a Briticent Gripper mains powered inspection light fitted with a heavy duty inspection light bulb. It has a bulldog type clamp which can be attached to any near bodywork/suspension part. The bulb is surrounded by a metal cage. I have had the light for over 40 years and it is as good today as i...
by philthehill
Mon Feb 26, 2024 4:34 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: 5-30 synthetic oil
Replies: 6
Views: 544

Re: 5-30 synthetic oil

Mike I do not think that I would go so far as to use a 5W30 fully synthetic oil in a 'A' Series. The rear scroll may not be able to cope with returning oil to the sump. My Honda Jazz uses 5W30 fully synthetic oil in the engine but the machined clearances are much more precise in the Honda engine and...
by philthehill
Sun Feb 25, 2024 6:09 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: Painting Alloy Parts
Replies: 2
Views: 499

Re: Painting Alloy Parts

You never see self etch primer under the paint flaking from alloy parts especially BMC alloy parts. Use a self etch primer and the top coat paint will not flake off. There are various self etch primers for alloy on 'e' bay and at various prices too. For example: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1233487759...