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by les
Sun Mar 17, 2024 6:56 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Beehive Springs -again!
Replies: 44
Views: 830

Re: Beehive Springs -again!

My apologies, most owners have discussed some sort of issue here regarding a Minor during ownership but can’t ever recall a post of yours doing so.
by les
Sun Mar 17, 2024 2:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: tyre pressures
Replies: 11
Views: 229

Re: tyre pressures

Social media, everyone complains about it but they carry on using it !! :-?
by les
Sat Mar 16, 2024 8:16 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: Maintaining DIY Service Records
Replies: 6
Views: 186

Re: Maintaining DIY Service Records

It’s also handy, at the beginning of the book to record the info from the log book, well v5 now. I also include mot, tax and insurance history, prices and expiry dates. Go for it Stephen, ring that bell ! :D
by les
Sat Mar 16, 2024 6:38 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: Maintaining DIY Service Records
Replies: 6
Views: 186

Re: Maintaining DIY Service Records

I have 3 sturdy notebooks Stephen, for car, van and bike, with info on all that has been done and bought. Mileage and date. OTT you bet ! :D
by les
Sat Mar 16, 2024 2:45 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Distributor mechanical advance query
Replies: 6
Views: 134

Re: Distributor mechanical advance query

I’d start by removing the assembly and giving the parts a good clean, to eliminate any possible sticking.
by les
Sat Mar 16, 2024 11:36 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Beehive Springs -again!
Replies: 44
Views: 830

Re: Beehive Springs -again!

That was the thread that sprang to mind ! Yes it did go on a bit but all good fun ! Anyone who’s astounded with two pages, would need counselling at nine :D
by les
Sat Mar 16, 2024 9:47 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Beehive Springs -again!
Replies: 44
Views: 830

Re: Beehive Springs -again!

You obviously don’t own a Minor, although not a difficult job it can be a bit of a fiddle, that's why some leave them off, I guess. :o
by les
Fri Mar 15, 2024 10:31 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Beehive Springs -again!
Replies: 44
Views: 830

Re: Beehive Springs -again!

From that it appears Minors are not the only cars to have these springs, if you’ve done it on other cars. Presumably other BMC range, or perhaps more widespread.
by les
Fri Mar 15, 2024 7:09 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Ominous Engine Signs? (magnetic sump plug)
Replies: 21
Views: 538

Re: Ominous Engine Signs? (magnetic sump plug)

I like your ‘better safe than sorry’ attitude, peace of mind is worth a lot !——— anyone can say ‘that’ll do’ !
by les
Fri Mar 15, 2024 9:53 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Half shaft refit - handedness?
Replies: 6
Views: 116

Re: Half shaft refit - handedness?

Not a good idea to interchange, sometimes the direction of rotation can be discovered by observing the wear pattern on the splines but this can’t always be conclusive.
by les
Wed Mar 13, 2024 10:42 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Beehive Springs -again!
Replies: 44
Views: 830

Re: Beehive Springs -again!

I can’t fault the logic but I thought beehive springs or not, the shoe springs should always be at the rear, never the front. However, I’m wondering if relying on the shoe springs alone there is a tendency to ‘twist’, bias to the pull of the springs. I think the beehives hold the shoes more ‘squarel...
by les
Tue Mar 12, 2024 2:44 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Electronic ignition
Replies: 17
Views: 345

Re: Electronic ignition

When’s a Morris Minor not a Morris Minor ? :-?
by les
Sun Mar 10, 2024 3:45 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: solar panel
Replies: 10
Views: 203

Re: solar panel

Yes you’re right and a little used vehicle is quite likely to be in said garage, as mine is. However depending on the location, there is the possibility to site the charger outside. Waterproofing could be another issue though.
by les
Sun Mar 10, 2024 2:41 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: solar panel
Replies: 10
Views: 203

Re: solar panel

I’m thinking along the same lines John, sounds like a plan.
by les
Sun Mar 10, 2024 2:27 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Lockheed Brake M/C
Replies: 8
Views: 245

Re: Lockheed Brake M/C

Looks like someone has had them shot blasted in an attempt to clean them up, that’s the sort of finish you can expect from that process. You need to be sure with secondhand brake parts. I’ve got a used cylinder that I feel is fine but I’m reluctant to advertise it.
by les
Sat Mar 09, 2024 6:28 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: Flushing the radiator in a hard water area?
Replies: 6
Views: 201

Re: Flushing the radiator in a hard water area?

Refill using distilled water or de-ironised instead of tap water
by les
Fri Mar 08, 2024 9:00 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Ominous Engine Signs? (magnetic sump plug)
Replies: 21
Views: 538

Re: Ominous Engine Signs? (magnetic sump plug)

Like all things in life, it may not strictly need doing but it’s what gives you peace of mind that counts.
by les
Thu Mar 07, 2024 10:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Thermostat housing
Replies: 16
Views: 453

Re: Thermostat housing

Maybe the OP was thinking of this, doubt this would be the case in his example. An interesting read however.
https://www.allmetalsfab.com/galvanic-r ... ar-metals/
by les
Thu Mar 07, 2024 3:00 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Ominous Engine Signs? (magnetic sump plug)
Replies: 21
Views: 538

Re: Ominous Engine Signs? (magnetic sump plug)

With the standard sump plug, draining the oil over the years is bound to leave sediment on the sump bottom, then when you fit a magnetic plug all those particles over the years are suddenly drawn to the magnet, so you’ve probably got all those years worth on your recently installed magnet !
by les
Tue Mar 05, 2024 3:05 pm
Forum: Parts for sale
Topic: Valves
Replies: 6
Views: 610

Re: Valves

nik60————Have sent you a PM via this forum.