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by simmitc
Thu Mar 28, 2024 9:14 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lucas catalogue
Replies: 8
Views: 188

Re: Lucas catalogue

Still not easy to find, so here's the direct link: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/326046961367 ... Sw1b1l7LLo
by simmitc
Tue Mar 26, 2024 9:33 am
Forum: Other
Topic: 1966 morris minor 1000 Oil Filter
Replies: 31
Views: 442

Re: 1966 morris minor 1000 Oil Filter

is there somewhere in this group where you can just chat I’m new to this and I just love old cars Post under General Discussion and possibly Off Topic (see the Board Home page). We welcome general chat - we can all waffle and go off topic, see the Awful Joke Thread, 3 word story game etc. I just tr...
by simmitc
Mon Mar 25, 2024 11:28 am
Forum: Other
Topic: 1966 morris minor 1000 Oil Filter
Replies: 31
Views: 442

Re: 1966 morris minor 1000 Oil Filter

A drift away from the original question :lol: All very interesting, really the colour is a topic in its own right under Bodywork; but I'm not going to split it out :-? Rach, if you still want to know about the oil filter as originally asked, can you post a photo of what you have currently so that we...
by simmitc
Sun Mar 24, 2024 4:32 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: 1966 morris minor 1000 Oil Filter
Replies: 31
Views: 442

Re: 1966 morris minor 1000 Oil Filter

Save the photo to where you can access it. A small file size is good - if using Windows, then the snip tool will allow you to select and copy part of a photo and save to a small size. Prepare post as usual. Scroll down and click on Attachments tab. Click button <Add files>. Browse to the file and se...
by simmitc
Sun Mar 24, 2024 2:23 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: 1966 morris minor 1000 Oil Filter
Replies: 31
Views: 442

Re: 1966 morris minor 1000 Oil Filter

You need a Heritage Certificate from the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust at Gaydon. It will list the original colour, date built, date shipped, to which dealer, and a host of other details. You can also look behind the glove box liners and other trim as those areas may reveal the original body...
by simmitc
Sun Mar 24, 2024 11:42 am
Forum: Other
Topic: 1966 morris minor 1000 Oil Filter
Replies: 31
Views: 442

1966 morris minor 1000 Oil Filter

If the car is standard, then rear axle use SAE90 Hypoid / EP90 oil. Approx 1.5 pints; but fill until it comes out of the filler hole. Engine oil filter - is it the original unit with a metal bowl and separate element, or has it been converted to a spin on one? If not sure, then post a photo of right...
by simmitc
Fri Mar 22, 2024 9:34 am
Forum: Do you know....?
Topic: Can anybody help to find my first love
Replies: 8
Views: 287

Re: Can anybody help to find my first love

Contact the Club's office in Derby. If the current owner is a member of the club then the office will be able to pass your details to the owner. If you do meet up, then it would make a good article for the Club's magazine "Minor Matters".
by simmitc
Thu Mar 14, 2024 5:33 pm
Forum: Problems with the Messageboard
Topic: Cannot post, blocked or blacklisted by IP
Replies: 0
Views: 196

Cannot post, blocked or blacklisted by IP

Have you had this problem? If yes, but currently OK, then can you please send me a PM to confirm which ISP or network you were using plus the IP address reported when blocked. If currently having the problem, then try sending me a PM as above and see if that works. If that still does not work, then ...
by simmitc
Sun Mar 10, 2024 5:13 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Lockheed Brake M/C
Replies: 8
Views: 264

Re: Lockheed Brake M/C

socket should be OK as the cap is not tightened excessively. The only thing to watch is that the alloy is quite soft and a socket grips on the corners or points, whereas a box spanner grips the flats. However, seated plus a bit should be fine and much better than a bodge with an open ended spanner o...
by simmitc
Sun Mar 10, 2024 3:49 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Lockheed Brake M/C
Replies: 8
Views: 264

Re: Lockheed Brake M/C

And the chewed up state of the nuts arises from not using the correct box spanner :-? New items have perfectly formed hexagons with flat sides. The filler cap will still work with a deformed "nut", but I would be more concerned about the inner workings of the cylinder.
by simmitc
Tue Mar 05, 2024 9:20 pm
Forum: Wanted
Topic: Traveller lock barrel
Replies: 2
Views: 155

Re: Traveller lock barrel

Most of the parts suppliers who advertise in Minor Matters should be able to help. For example: https://www.morrisminorspares.com/ and search "Traveller handle"
by simmitc
Wed Feb 28, 2024 9:46 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Door alignment
Replies: 2
Views: 478

Re: Door alignment

One of the more frustrating experiences in assembling a Minor. You may have already found that there is adjustment on both top and bottom hinges and for each hinge, on both the A-post and the door. Add to that the use of shims under each hinge "leg" - good quality laser cut shims of varyin...
by simmitc
Sun Feb 25, 2024 10:27 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Rear axle repair
Replies: 14
Views: 642

Re: Rear axle repair

Not identical, but should fit - the main difference in the casing is the oil filler plug. The diff ratio will be different, but you can swap the diff.
by simmitc
Sun Feb 25, 2024 10:22 pm
Forum: Wanted
Topic: Rear axle wanted for 1962
Replies: 2
Views: 289

Re: Rear axle wanted for 1962

Whereabouts are you? The axles are not easy to ship!

Do you need a complete axle or just the casing?
by simmitc
Thu Feb 22, 2024 11:36 am
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Wipers
Replies: 7
Views: 707

Re: Wipers

The OP stated "I have fitted a new wiper motor wheelboxes and wire.". If it really is a new motor then it shouldn't be full of hardened grease. It sounds like a major refurbishment of the system, which means disassembly and reassembly of all components, so there is a risk of damage to the ...
by simmitc
Thu Feb 22, 2024 9:01 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: March spares day
Replies: 3
Views: 360

Re: March spares day

It's on the events list https://www.mmoc.org.uk/Events/
by simmitc
Mon Feb 19, 2024 6:01 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Purolator - how tight?
Replies: 43
Views: 1374

Re: Purolator - how tight?

It might be worth replacing the O-ring with a fibre washer...
by simmitc
Mon Feb 19, 2024 5:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Brakes
Replies: 13
Views: 804

Re: Brakes

Was the braking system in good order before fitting the servo? You are correct that the servo should simply reduce the effort needed to press the pedal, it should not make the brakes grab. The state of the drums, shoes and cylinders can all affect the feel of the brakes. It might be that the servo h...
by simmitc
Mon Feb 19, 2024 5:07 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Purolator - how tight?
Replies: 43
Views: 1374

Re: Purolator - how tight?

By "collar", do you mean around the bolt at the bottom or round the top lip of the cannister? The sealing ring on the underside of the head usually stays in place if pushed firmly into the groove in the head - a blunt rod helps; but a couple of dabs of grease can help hold the seal in plac...
by simmitc
Sun Feb 18, 2024 10:17 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Brakes
Replies: 13
Views: 804

Re: Brakes

The clue is that when you brake, you lock the wheels; but when your good lady brakes, she uses less pressure on the pedal and relies on the servo assistance. It is possible to lock the wheels on a minor without a servo if the road surface is suitable and you press hard enough on the pedal. As above,...