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- Tue Nov 17, 2015 6:56 pm
- Forum: Custom & Modified Register
- Topic: Ford Cosy engine
- Replies: 7
- Views: 6501
Re: Ford Cosy engine
It depends on how much you want to spend and the anticipated outcome. Best to fit a Zetec for minimum fuss and less frontal weight, plus it's a well supported swap which the old cossy isn't. Not saying it can't be done though, but have a look here for ideas: http://www.morrisminorowners.co.uk/viewfo...
- Mon Nov 02, 2015 11:57 am
- Forum: Bodywork
- Topic: REAR SCREEN PROBLEMS
- Replies: 32
- Views: 5384
Re: REAR SCREEN MORRIS 1000
I've used waxoil as a lubricant and thick plastic coated vehicle wiring instead of string - worked well without tears. The professionals use parachute cord.
Pete
Pete
- Sun Nov 01, 2015 12:02 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Q plate concern
- Replies: 33
- Views: 7571
Re: Q plate concern
I suggest folk have a wee look here, it's not all roses: http://www.rodsnsods.co.uk/forum/licensing-legal-section/bugatti-owners-club-dvla-situation-may-affect-us-all-360250 Basically, a minority may stuff it up for the sensible folk, or have already done so. Fitting a 1275 into a minor, or disc bra...
- Sun Oct 11, 2015 11:38 pm
- Forum: Custom & Modified Register
- Topic: Anyone building an old school project over winter ?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 3878
Re: Anyone building an old school project over winter ?
There are a couple of Rover V8 projects on the MMO site.
PO
PO
- Tue Jun 30, 2015 9:10 am
- Forum: Custom & Modified Register
- Topic: National Rally Trophies for 2015
- Replies: 6
- Views: 4481
Re: National Rally Trophies for 2015
A great weekend and thanks to Charlie for organising the Custom and Modified folk.
Pete
Pete
- Wed Jun 24, 2015 1:39 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: National Rally: On-The-Door Booking
- Replies: 21
- Views: 4830
Re: National Rally: On-The-Door Booking
Yes, weather isn't looking great. This must be the worst year ever for poor weather, I just hope I don't get another wiper motor failure on the way down like the one on Sunday.
Pete
Pete
- Tue Jun 23, 2015 5:53 pm
- Forum: Series MM Register
- Topic: Wipers and body mounting MM
- Replies: 18
- Views: 5568
Re: Wipers and body mounting MM
It would be sensible to store it carefully. I'm fortunate that I can remove my entire wiper system in about 15 minutes, but owners of standard vehicles would be a couple of hours - more if early MM.
Pete
Pete
- Mon Jun 22, 2015 8:25 pm
- Forum: Series MM Register
- Topic: Wipers and body mounting MM
- Replies: 18
- Views: 5568
Re: Wipers and body mounting MM
I fitted a series 2 motor and wiper mechanism (outside nut) to my mm as I felt it was a better solution to water leaks and ease of fitment. I wasn't concerned about originality. Having said that, the motors themselves are very weak, and my very little used reconditioned motor has just expired. Whoev...
- Fri May 08, 2015 11:54 pm
- Forum: Custom & Modified Register
- Topic: National Rally Trophies for 2015
- Replies: 6
- Views: 4481
Re: National Rally Trophies for 2015
Not fully decided if I'll make it yet - hope to. Got to stop Stevie winning the lot again
Pete
Pete
- Sat Apr 18, 2015 6:22 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Synthetic oil
- Replies: 12
- Views: 3588
Re: Synthetic oil
Very poor service I'm afraid.
Pete
Pete
- Fri Feb 13, 2015 5:58 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: splitscreen glass replacement
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1546
Re: splitscreen glass replacement
Whilst not the best of fits, I found the Baines? rubber fitted not too badly apart from the aforementioned lip seal. Once the chrome surround is fitted it looks ok, and using the correct sealant ensures it doesn't leak.
Pete
Pete
- Thu Jan 29, 2015 3:23 pm
- Forum: Bodywork
- Topic: Shot/bead blasting
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1775
Re: Shot/bead blasting
I wouldn't get the bonnet done - doors and wings should be fine, unless they are very heavy handed. I had my entire body shell and panels blasted, but I'd have been better doing it myself with a flap disc as blasting distorted the bonnet and pock marked most of the body resulting in a lot of extra w...
- Sun Jan 25, 2015 10:56 pm
- Forum: Custom & Modified Register
- Topic: alloy wheels deteriorating?
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2820
Re: alloy wheels deteriorating?
It will just be the lacquer deteriorating - happens with most alloys. Solution is to remove lacquer from the rim (its not chrome it's alloy polished/diamond cut then lacquered) and then polish the bare alloy back to a good shine - takes a bit of work. Or else, get the wheels refurbished by a reputab...
- Wed Jan 21, 2015 7:01 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Most reliable car?
- Replies: 16
- Views: 5147
Re: Most reliable car?
My only breakdowns needing the AA were halfshafts and diffs. I took spares of both if I was travelling far on holiday after the first few breakages.
Electronic ignition is a good mod, but keep the old set up in the boot as a backup. Proper maintenance helps too of course.
Pete
Electronic ignition is a good mod, but keep the old set up in the boot as a backup. Proper maintenance helps too of course.
Pete
- Sun Dec 28, 2014 4:34 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Please help
- Replies: 53
- Views: 11475
Re: Please help
There must be more to this than meets the eye.
Pete
Pete
- Sat Dec 27, 2014 12:04 am
- Forum: Series MM Register
- Topic: Front MM, lowlight and highlight wing bonnet space
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2223
Re: Front MM, lowlight and highlight wing bonnet space
Fibreglass replacement lowlight wing fit is a compromise. I got a good fit on the O/S but nearside was a bit short on height looking a bit like yours.
Type of bonnet makes no difference to fit, but I do think that not all short bonnets are exactly the same size as I'd issues with fit.
Pete
Type of bonnet makes no difference to fit, but I do think that not all short bonnets are exactly the same size as I'd issues with fit.
Pete
- Tue Dec 23, 2014 11:12 pm
- Forum: Bodywork
- Topic: Traveller cab vs. Commercial cab: Interchangable?
- Replies: 12
- Views: 4944
Re: Traveller cab vs. Commercial cab: Interchangable?
You might like to check out here to see some builds:
http://morrisminorowners.co.uk/index.ph ... =indexpage
Your project sounds pretty good, but £8.5k for a chassis is taking the P
Pete
http://morrisminorowners.co.uk/index.ph ... =indexpage
Your project sounds pretty good, but £8.5k for a chassis is taking the P
Pete
- Mon Dec 15, 2014 2:35 pm
- Forum: Bodywork
- Topic: Part rotten underfloor cross member - short term fix?
- Replies: 29
- Views: 8517
Re: Part rotten underfloor cross member - short term fix?
I'd strongly suggest getting the crossmember properly repaired as soon as possibly. You will probably get away with doing just the ends which shouldn't be too expensive. Unfortunately, when you start work like this it always develops into something bigger. Your rear spring hanger looks like it's jus...
- Tue Dec 02, 2014 1:30 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: tax disc holder position
- Replies: 23
- Views: 5945
Re: tax disc holder position
You do not have to display tax discs in the UK anymore.
Pete
Pete
- Mon Dec 01, 2014 7:59 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Minor Registration
- Replies: 13
- Views: 3580
Re: Minor Registration
It is advisable to photocopy anything you send to the DVLA as this issue seems pretty common.
Pete
Pete