Keep at it!
I've owned my '52 MM since 1983 and it's only broken down once.
I must add that I teach Auto. technicians and have been a mechanic for over 35 years.
Marc
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- Tue Sep 04, 2012 7:30 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: I'm am slowly giving up on my MM. One problem after another
- Replies: 27
- Views: 4516
- Tue May 15, 2012 7:11 pm
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Timing chain
- Replies: 30
- Views: 7639
Re: Timing chain
The timing chain is 52 years old, replace it!
Timing chains DO wear out (stretch). A worn T chain can cause a cam to crank timing to be "out" by 10 degrees cuased by stretch. It's such a low powered engine, why allow those valves to open and close out of time?
Marc
Timing chains DO wear out (stretch). A worn T chain can cause a cam to crank timing to be "out" by 10 degrees cuased by stretch. It's such a low powered engine, why allow those valves to open and close out of time?
Marc
- Wed Dec 14, 2011 12:36 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Winter driving
- Replies: 12
- Views: 3329
Re: Winter driving
snow chains show chains snow chains. fixes all in this situation not always... http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q263/jamesbduggan/chains.jpg . I imagine, if the weak link broke, in one of the snow chains it would cause a considerable amount ($$$) of damage to the fender (wing) of that car!
- Fri Jan 14, 2011 5:57 pm
- Forum: Series MM Register
- Topic: Anyone got a sidevalve ring-gear for the flywheel?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1752
Re: Anyone got a sidevalve ring-gear for the flywheel?
As it says, I'm after a new set of teeth for one of the engines. Has anyone got one or even a very good flywheel? I'm in Cardiff, if that helps. Cheers Rob Rob, When I rebuilt the engine in my MM I replaced the ring gear with new . I found one on Ebay for very little money. The old ring gear worked...
- Thu Nov 18, 2010 12:02 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: what other hobbies do minor members have ????
- Replies: 120
- Views: 18929
Re: what other hobbies do minor members have ????
I would be happy to try.irmscher wrote:interesting hobby i bought an old bandsaw to restore maybe you could give me a year it was made ?? i will look tomorrow for the make
- Wed Nov 17, 2010 2:48 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: what other hobbies do minor members have ????
- Replies: 120
- Views: 18929
Re: what other hobbies do minor members have ????
Restore/rebuild antique woodworking machines. Current projects are 1907 JM Marston 24 inch bandsaw made in Boston Massachusetts. This saw is RHD just like the MM. Also a 1890s Francis Reed sensitive drill press made in Worcester Massachusetts. One of the last pieces needed was a lower blade guide fo...
- Thu Sep 02, 2010 5:00 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Serious car accident in my '51 Morris Minor
- Replies: 57
- Views: 11860
Re: Serious car accident in my '51 Morris Minor
WOW! Get well soon.
- Tue Aug 17, 2010 7:32 pm
- Forum: Series MM Register
- Topic: MM gearbox design origins?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1883
Re: MM gearbox design origins?
RobThomas wrote:Does anyone know where the MM gearbox design emerged from? MG, Morris, Hotchkiss, etc?
BTW: The transmission in the MG TF is very much like the MMs.
- Tue Aug 17, 2010 7:28 pm
- Forum: Series MM Register
- Topic: MM gearbox design origins?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1883
Re: MM gearbox design origins?
I was wondering if the MM gearbox components are metric or whit. I've a remote gearstick conversion from a Series 2 M8 but was idly wondering how I might need to make up some longer hold-down studs for it but they might be metric/whit mixed like the Hotchkiss-derived M8 engine. My left hand doesn't...
- Thu Jul 29, 2010 11:33 pm
- Forum: Series MM Register
- Topic: MM windscreen wipers installation
- Replies: 1
- Views: 811
MM windscreen wipers installation
I imagine this has been said before but I could not find it in a search: When removing the W/wiper assembly for repair, when re-installing the assembly, the driver's side (RHD) gear is installed BELOW the cable. The passengers side gear ABOVE the cable. This is ONLY for "clapping hands" wi...
- Thu Jul 29, 2010 10:49 am
- Forum: Series MM Register
- Topic: MM gearbox tailshaft/flange loose
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1355
Re: MM gearbox tailshaft/flange loose
Like the title says, I've just had a look at the box out of HFH 200 and the flange that is bolted to the output shaft is loose. I looked at another box in the garage and it is the same. Is it a known issue? I'm aware of the advice regards speedo slippage in the factory manual but wondered what has ...
- Thu Jul 29, 2010 12:10 am
- Forum: Series MM Register
- Topic: Front windscreen and wiper (update)
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1950
Re: Front windscreen and wiper (update)
Mike,mike.perry wrote:Thanks for such a detailed reply. When you have tweaked it I will transfer it to Technical Info if that is OK with you
I would like to add to it. I will be away this weekend so will start back next week.
Thanks,
Marc
- Wed Jul 28, 2010 12:03 pm
- Forum: Series MM Register
- Topic: Front windscreen and wiper (update)
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1950
Re: Front windscreen and wiper (update)
The process I used to install the W/screen and new rubber: The old rubber was cut out (easily) with a carpet knife against the outside surface of the glass. The windscreen was removed from inside the car. The body surfaces were cleaned of the old sealant and rubber and cleaned thoroughly. Important ...
- Mon Jul 26, 2010 11:02 pm
- Forum: Series MM Register
- Topic: Front windscreen and wiper (update)
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1950
Re: Front windscreen and wiper ?
Did you fit your windscreen? Do tell us how you got on Mike, I (actually WE) did fit the front windscreen. It was a TOUGH job done in 90 degree heat! The rubber is tight and seals water but the center chrome leaks. I will remove it and add some sealant. Before fitting the W/S I made a piece to take...
- Mon Jul 26, 2010 7:54 pm
- Forum: Series MM Register
- Topic: Add on Temp and Amp gauges?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3571
Add on Temp and Amp gauges?
My 1952 MM has an ammeter and temperature gauge mounted under the center of the dashboard. I always thought they were original. Not so?
- Mon Jul 26, 2010 7:29 pm
- Forum: Series MM Register
- Topic: Oil cap help?
- Replies: 1
- Views: 763
Oil cap help?
I recently purchased some oil caps (3) for the Morris sidevalve engines. One is an original type MM made of aluminum and two are "bakelight". The aluminum cap does not have the riveted plate with whatever is written on it (I have no idea). Would someone supply a clear picture of the top of...
- Fri Jul 09, 2010 8:52 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Don't bite the hand that feeds you!
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2677
Re: Don't bite the hand that feeds you!
I think this forum is fanfreekintastic! If the powers-that-be lock this post I will apologize now. BTW: I am amazed at the restraint shown by the moderators. You Brits are nice! Sorry, I don't know why you posted this :-? Pete Pete, 'didn't think you would. My point: I have been on a number of foru...
- Wed Jul 07, 2010 9:12 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Don't bite the hand that feeds you!
- Replies: 12
- Views: 2677
Don't bite the hand that feeds you!
I think this forum is fanfreekintastic! If the powers-that-be lock this post I will apologize now.
BTW: I am amazed at the restraint shown by the moderators. You Brits are nice!
BTW: I am amazed at the restraint shown by the moderators. You Brits are nice!
- Thu Jul 01, 2010 1:00 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Series II Splitscreen Rarity?
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2065
Re: Series II Splitscreen Rarity?
I'm on vacation (holiday) for the next 7 weeks so I have the time.marcusthemoose wrote:VERY long story on the username- if i told you all where it comes from it would bore you to death, and you probably would get lost.
- Wed Jun 30, 2010 11:33 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Series II Splitscreen Rarity?
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2065
Re: Series II Splitscreen Rarity?
Marcus,marcusthemoose wrote:
now i feel like a right nerd.
Just out of curiosity I Googled "Moose in England" and I found a statement (never take googled info as fact) that there are NO wild moose in England.
I own a 1952 MM (splitscreen). Just trying to keep the thread on track.