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by knmstag
Wed Apr 04, 2018 3:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: DVLA log book changes & corrections
Replies: 3
Views: 1025

DVLA log book changes & corrections

I recently noticed a couple of errors on the V5C log book for my Morris Minor. I have owned the vehicle for over 2 years. The car is a late 2 door saloon (1971 'J' Reg), Colour is peat brown. It appears to be a very original low mileage car. However, within section 4 of log book, the 'Date of regist...
by knmstag
Sat Jan 27, 2018 12:59 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: My Morris Minor (1971) will not start!!
Replies: 40
Views: 11042

Re: My Morris Minor (1971) will not start!!

I really do appreciate the support received fro you guys. It's a relief to get it sorted eventually. :) With regard to the strength/quality of spark at plugs, it's difficult to assess the result, as it's very subjective 'shades of blue/white'! Once I have given the car a good run-out, and added some...
by knmstag
Thu Jan 25, 2018 11:28 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: My Morris Minor (1971) will not start!!
Replies: 40
Views: 11042

Re: My Morris Minor (1971) will not start!!

Good news! - I've finally managed to resuscitate my Morris Minor! :P - and it is back on the road! Having replaced various components and carried out various checks over the past three weeks, today I replaced the distributor cap and fitted new Champion spark plugs. I checked the HT leads for correct...
by knmstag
Sun Jan 21, 2018 3:54 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: My Morris Minor (1971) will not start!!
Replies: 40
Views: 11042

Re: My Morris Minor (1971) will not start!!

Thanks once again folks, I will try again tomorrow, as it's snow/sleet & rain here in Coventry today! I will take note of the comments and suggestions concerning the HT leads, & order of firing etc. I've not put any NEW fuel into plug holes yet, I have concerns as per previous post, but may ...
by knmstag
Fri Jan 19, 2018 5:51 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: My Morris Minor (1971) will not start!!
Replies: 40
Views: 11042

Re: My Morris Minor (1971) will not start!!

A friend of mine called around today, to help me get my car fired-up and running. He is an experienced engineer, having a number of classic cars over the years. However, despite spending a couple of hours in the cold weather, we were unable to get it started! He fitted a spark tester between plugs &...
by knmstag
Tue Jan 16, 2018 4:17 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: My Morris Minor (1971) will not start!!
Replies: 40
Views: 11042

Re: My Morris Minor (1971) will not start!!

Thanks to all for your input with suggestions and ideas to get my Morris fired-up, but still no joy! I have checked the lower short flexible pipe between float chamber and carburretor for blockage, but it is running clear. I have carried out a compression test of cylinders, and they are looking good...
by knmstag
Fri Jan 12, 2018 7:19 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: My Morris Minor (1971) will not start!!
Replies: 40
Views: 11042

Re: My car won't start!

Thanks to all for your comments & suggestions. I did the usual checks before replacing anything, so I don't believe the replaced parts are the issue. The car was not used for over a year and stored under a cover outside. I added fuel wen I put it on the road in the summer. It ran well for a few ...
by knmstag
Fri Jan 12, 2018 3:25 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: My Morris Minor (1971) will not start!!
Replies: 40
Views: 11042

My Morris Minor (1971) will not start!!

Hi to all MMOC crew, Hope I am posting this in the relevant area....as it may be electrical or fuel related.... I am becoming increasingly frustrated as my Morris Minor (1971 saloon) will not start. It's a very original genuine low mileage car, still positive earth, with the dynamo. It was running w...
by knmstag
Fri Jan 12, 2018 3:01 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: My car won't start!
Replies: 10
Views: 7887

Re: My car won't start!

Hi to all MMOC crew, I am becoming increasingly frustrated as my Morris Minor (1971 saloon) will not start. It's a very original genuine low mileage car, still positive earth, with the dynamo. It was running well about a month ago, but left for a few weeks, but now refuses to start. There is a spark...