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by ianmack
Wed Mar 16, 2022 3:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: No engine number
Replies: 9
Views: 829

Re: No engine number

Frankly if there is no number at all on the new engine I would leave the record as it is. Trying to get DVLA to amend anything can be a complete can of worms and there is nothing that can be proved to be wrong.
by ianmack
Wed Feb 09, 2022 11:38 am
Forum: Other
Topic: Do you guys feel safe driving your Moggy??
Replies: 45
Views: 5183

Re: Do you guys feel safe driving your Moggy??

A waste of a nice old car, and for a result that was entirely predictable.
by ianmack
Tue Feb 08, 2022 2:26 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: Do you guys feel safe driving your Moggy??
Replies: 45
Views: 5183

Re: Do you guys feel safe driving your Moggy??

When my daughter was approaching driving age I was offered a free Metro needing a few odd jobs. I’m glad I didn’t bother after seeing that!

We all have to decide what risks we are prepared to accept. As I approach 70 I still enjoy motorcycling. The armchair can wait.
by ianmack
Thu Jan 20, 2022 3:57 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Different A series engines
Replies: 11
Views: 1328

Re: Different A series engines

Marketing men in the 60s would have struggled to find a catchy slogan for the ‘MG of restricted growth’.
by ianmack
Thu Jan 20, 2022 3:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: "De Luxe"?
Replies: 9
Views: 869

Re: "De Luxe"?

They had a very modest idea of luxury in those days :D

‘Original Morris Minor’ by Ray Newell gives plenty of detail on changes over the years.
by ianmack
Fri Dec 24, 2021 10:31 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: differences between 1000 and 1098
Replies: 10
Views: 1340

Re: differences between 1000 and 1098

A late 62 car might well be registered in 63. When sales were slow new cars could sit around for months.
by ianmack
Fri Dec 24, 2021 10:24 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tiny brakes
Replies: 16
Views: 1927

Re: Tiny brakes

The small brakes are fine as long as they’re in good condition. A lot of Minors with little use or long storage have sticking wheel cylinders.
by ianmack
Fri Dec 24, 2021 10:20 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Thinking about my future with my Morris Minor
Replies: 10
Views: 1018

Re: Thinking about my future with my Morris Minor

Mechaniicville, what a wonderful name for a place for an old car enthusiast to live!
by ianmack
Fri Dec 24, 2021 10:13 am
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: The awful joke thread
Replies: 138
Views: 136833

Re: The awful joke thread

‘ I’ve got some of that German cake for Christmas ‘

‘ Is it stollen?’

‘No, I paid for it!’
by ianmack
Thu Dec 23, 2021 8:31 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: BSF
Replies: 5
Views: 730

Re: BSF

Probably because they are produced in very small numbers nowadays. I don’t know of any major industry that uses BSF now. Or conversely you might say that metric items seem cheap because of vast production volumes.
by ianmack
Wed Nov 24, 2021 10:29 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Messageboard management
Replies: 47
Views: 6306

Re: Messageboard management

As for Facebook the data collection aspect has to be borne in mind and I certainly wouldn’t put any personal details on it. I think it’s harmless enough if you just use it to natter about old motors.
by ianmack
Wed Nov 24, 2021 10:24 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Messageboard management
Replies: 47
Views: 6306

Re: Messageboard management

Since the forum carries no adverts I assume it is paid for by members’ subs and thus we are providing a public service. I find that quite a few clubs have all or most of their site available to members only.
by ianmack
Sun Nov 21, 2021 3:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Morning meet at Middle Wallop.
Replies: 2
Views: 728

Re: Morning meet at Middle Wallop.

And that one Minor was a shabby old thing wasn’t it!
by ianmack
Thu Nov 04, 2021 7:48 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Gearbox
Replies: 5
Views: 973

Re: Gearbox

I have assembled a 948 box with an 803 rear end and change mechanism. It all slots together without modification. You need to use the right rods as the 803 has a lift and engage reverse while the 948 engages against a spring.
A 1098/803 conversion is more complicated as some machining is required.
by ianmack
Sat Oct 30, 2021 6:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Would you choose Lucas parts?
Replies: 23
Views: 3229

Re: Would you choose Lucas parts?

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by ianmack
Fri Oct 22, 2021 12:07 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Lumpy running on choke
Replies: 7
Views: 1265

Re: Lumpy running on choke

I start mine from cold with the choke full out. Soon after starting the engine, as you say, will run rough as the extra fuel for starting is no longer needed. I push the knob halfway in which eases the rich mixture but still gives an increased tickover speed and keeps it running smoothly to pull awa...
by ianmack
Thu Oct 21, 2021 3:26 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Cigarette Lighter Central Connection
Replies: 23
Views: 3240

Re: Cigarette Lighter Central Connection

I hadn’t come across 12 Volt Planet before but the range on their website looks good. Their socket with clips is actually stated to be suitable for inflators but not lighters. It costs £8. That’ll teach me to be a tightwad :D
by ianmack
Wed Oct 20, 2021 4:41 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Cigarette Lighter Central Connection
Replies: 23
Views: 3240

Re: Cigarette Lighter Central Connection

I can’t advise on the connector size you will need, so many manufacturers produce these sockets and I wouldn’t assume that they are all a standard fitting. You could try measuring it with a micrometer, or maybe just buy a pack of assorted connectors.
by ianmack
Wed Oct 20, 2021 11:18 am
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Cigarette Lighter Central Connection
Replies: 23
Views: 3240

Re: Cigarette Lighter Central Connection

Cigarette lighters, ooh don’t get me started! I have an electric tyre pump which plugs into a lighter socket. It was original equipment with a Vauxhall Corsa. Unfortunately the Corsa is the only vehicle we have with a suitable socket. Browsing eBay I spotted a socket with wires and clips to connect ...
by ianmack
Tue Oct 19, 2021 8:42 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sticky speedo - lubricate?
Replies: 5
Views: 1226

Re: Sticky speedo - lubricate?

Thanks George I’ll bear this in mind if it sticks at rest again. The cable was lubricated when I assembled it and I think it is in good condition. A poor cable will more likely cause erratic swinging of the needle rather than sticking.