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by Dusty56
Fri Jan 05, 2024 2:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: caravans
Replies: 38
Views: 158472

Re: caravans

I built a teardrop for our daughter
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by Dusty56
Wed Jul 26, 2023 2:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Everyday Modifications For Your Morris Minor.
Replies: 11
Views: 2335

Re: Everyday Modifications For Your Morris Minor.

An excellent book.
by Dusty56
Mon Jul 17, 2023 10:21 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Old English White RAL Colour Code??
Replies: 12
Views: 1245

Re: Old English White RAL Colour Code??

I have been using Rover Arum White which seems pretty close.
by Dusty56
Fri Apr 07, 2023 6:32 pm
Forum: Do you know....?
Topic: V5C Registration Document Wrong Engine Size Cylinder Capacity CC
Replies: 7
Views: 2719

Re: V5C Registration Document Wrong Engine Size Cylinder Capacity CC

I wrote a covering letter explaining that the tax class won't change as the vehicle is "historic" and no supporting documentation is needed. This was in reference to my 1948 De Soto where I changed from 2300 cc diesel to 5700 cc petrol. The V5C came back with the changes in a couple of wee...
by Dusty56
Thu Mar 23, 2023 8:07 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What do you want me to tell you?
Replies: 39
Views: 18719

Re: What do you want me to tell you?

You're spot on Berni. I sometimes drop into the Facebook page and some of the questions (and answers) are frightening! It's great to see new owners but it seems a lot of them do absolutely no research or test drives, but rather just buy a car and then ask the most basic questions on Facebook or com...
by Dusty56
Wed Mar 22, 2023 4:06 pm
Forum: Bodywork
Topic: Old English White
Replies: 15
Views: 10073

Re: Old English White

I have been using Arum white on my wheels.
Halfords haven't been replenishing their stock recently so I am slightly concerned that it's been discontinued.

The flash has made my wheel look slightly whiter than it is.
by Dusty56
Wed Mar 22, 2023 3:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: ESM Morris Minors.
Replies: 5
Views: 966

Re: ESM Morris Minors.

I have been using ESM for a little while and have always been happy with the service. I received a van petrol tank yesterday instead of the saloon item that I had ordered. Correct tank arrived this morning and the incorrect item was collected this afternoon. I'm very happy with the way things were d...
by Dusty56
Sat Mar 04, 2023 2:50 pm
Forum: Bodywork
Topic: MM Parcel Shelf
Replies: 4
Views: 1081

Re: MM Parcel Shelf

I'm interested in the bending answer.

The bar is padded, a kit is available.
I used 15mm pipe lagging and some vinyl I had lying around.
Fitting instructions for the crash pad are available on the Newton Commercial website.
by Dusty56
Tue Jan 03, 2023 5:56 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Camshaft choice
Replies: 3
Views: 477

Re: Camshaft choice

I have looked at the websites but they don't give comparative specs. The A series always responds well to improved breathing so a streetable set up is all we require. The Chevy V8 I put in my Model A was tuned a little wild but if course it was a large engine in a light car. The intention is to incr...
by Dusty56
Tue Jan 03, 2023 3:25 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Camshaft choice
Replies: 3
Views: 477

Camshaft choice

I have received advise that the Swiftune SW5 can is an excellent choice.

I am considering a KAD "stage 3" cylinder head.
Would I be better going for their road 100 cam?

I can't find specs from either manufacturer to compare.

Engine is Marina 1275
by Dusty56
Tue Jan 03, 2023 12:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Minichamp models
Replies: 10
Views: 854

Re: Minichamp models

My wife bought a convertible for my birthday at the NEC...I think it was £120
by Dusty56
Mon Jan 02, 2023 8:00 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Crank pulley
Replies: 9
Views: 774

Re: Crank pulley

Very helpful, thanks
by Dusty56
Mon Jan 02, 2023 4:39 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Crank pulley
Replies: 9
Views: 774

Crank pulley

I have a Marina engine which I am preparing to put into our Minor.
The engine has been fitted with a Minor crank pulley.
Would it be better for me to fit a damper pulley and if so is a "performance" pulley worth the extra cost over a standard item?
by Dusty56
Mon Dec 05, 2022 5:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Registration origins
Replies: 30
Views: 2214

Re: Registration origins

Usually (but not always) if the V5C states non transferable registration mark, it isn't the original number.
by Dusty56
Tue Nov 29, 2022 8:30 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Maestro engine into Minor
Replies: 3
Views: 789

Re: Maestro engine into Minor

That's helpful, thanks Kevin.
by Dusty56
Mon Nov 28, 2022 1:38 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Maestro engine into Minor
Replies: 3
Views: 789

Maestro engine into Minor

Apologies if this has been covered already. I have been offered a good Maestro 1275 engine for a fair price. Presumably the "front" of the engine just needs the same modifications as a Marina engine. The information I have been able to find indicates that the rear of the crank needs to be ...
by Dusty56
Tue Oct 04, 2022 9:27 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How to show that I am a club member?
Replies: 8
Views: 1077

Re: How to show that I am a club member?

Even after clicking on "edit Profile"? In my defence I had my retina reattached last week and my vision is not great at the moment. Now that is a very reasonable defence. I hope you're well on the mend now. Thanks, it will be a few weeks yet. Having blurred vision in one eye is worse than...
by Dusty56
Mon Oct 03, 2022 12:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How to show that I am a club member?
Replies: 8
Views: 1077

Re: How to show that I am a club member?

unclealec wrote: Mon Oct 03, 2022 11:50 am Even after clicking on "edit Profile"?
I didn't notice the edit profile.
In my defence I had my retina reattached last week and my vision is not great at the moment.

Done now, thank you.
by Dusty56
Mon Oct 03, 2022 11:29 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How to show that I am a club member?
Replies: 8
Views: 1077

Re: How to show that I am a club member?

Hi Dusty Just did this a few weeks ago. Click on Profile in the drop-down list from the arrow by your user name top right, , then click on Edit Profile, you should see a box saying "MMOC Member?" with a Yes button and a No button. Click on the Yes button. I just checked and there is a box...
by Dusty56
Mon Oct 03, 2022 10:20 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How to show that I am a club member?
Replies: 8
Views: 1077

Re: How to show that I am a club member?

I have managed to log in to members member's area but I still can't seem to add my membership number to my profile.