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My method for this repair was to grind down the spot welds , wire brush the loose rusty exposed metal. Make a cardboard copy of the likely area of metal you'll need to replace. Allow a generous perimeter to allow "wriggle room " to find good solid metal to weld to. Aim for a 90 degree, one piece rep...

Matt , Once you've identified the rating of the Heated rear windscreen it will help you use the correct rated / size of wiring. In turn , given it's likely electrical consumption , you can choose an appropriate relay switch. There are a number options , a straightforward relay , a fused relay , a Ti...

John With the tank out and filled with water, I'd try an application of boiling water over the nut , rather than the blow torch.It may need more than one application but I've loosened many a stuck nut / bearing with the method. I easily cracked a paving slab with boiling water first time around , fr...

Martin Good advice from ManyMinors , I'm a fan of Plus Gas too. Other things to consider , if it's a case of " no joy ". Ask a local garage to put an Impact socket on it with their air gun. Once loosened , pop the nut back on it's thread. Do it up hand tight. A smear of vaseline , for lubrication , ...

I'd leave the WD 40 on the bench myself. It's very useful for a lot of things. However it is a bit "sticky" after use.It will therefore attract more dust from the carbon brushes and after a while you'll be back where you started. You want to keep the old varnish on the windings dry. Any penetrant sp...

Bruce , Sorry for delay in responding. I've taken a link from the Technical section of the Burlen Fuel Systems website showing / explaining the official pencil trick. I've found it useful , compared to using the spare third hand that you can never find. https://sucarb.co.uk/technical Click on H type...

Hi Apologies if I'm teaching you to suck eggs at any stage. Is the outside of the carb and it's controls clean and lubricated ? Assuming the relatively new jet and needle haven't been dropped or damaged in any way , was the jet centering done at the same time as replacement or more recently ? Was pr...

Charlie , Glad you were able to crack the problem. One to tick off the big long list ! There's always something to do on any classic car. Personal safety should always be top of your list with any job , especially if working alone. We'll sign you up to Michael Caine's " Self Preservation Society " f...

Hi Charlie , Welcome to the Forum. Apologies for the fact that your post has slipped by the radar.It's strange times at the moment. Your post suggests that you have been tracking down the right lines. At this late stage would it be possible to have an update as to whether with new voltage stabiliser...

Richard This link to a YouTube video will "paint a picture " for you on a conventional set up : - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T01lZdAsP9I " Ecuspark "...I've not come across that particular Electronic Ignition set up before. Could it possibly be Accuspark ? In which case there fitting instructio...

There's a lot of really , really good work being done. As your experience has grown , the quality of the work rises. You are the Chief Quality Controller and you have some very clear specifications as to what is acceptable and what isn't. Well done that man ! As I said in the early stages , crack on...

It's a plus 1 for an extra fused box. My mate wanted " just one or two " additions to the electrical system when we re-wired his Moggie I put a secondary fuse box inside the car under the dash. Count up how many feeds you need and allow for a least a couple of "spares " positions. My modern car has ...

One option for you to consider is a timer relay that will switch off automatically after a certain time. You will need a " beefy" to cope with the electrical load of a rear windscreen. Here's what I had in mind : - https://www.autoelectricsupplies.co.uk/product/836 . I've used the Company for years....

Carsten
You're welcome. Safe driving Bob

Carsten , If it's a 3 terminal ignition switch ( ? ), the wiring diagram for a " saloon " says : - 1. To Starter Motor Colour White with Red tracer wire ( via Solenoid ) 2. Two wires Colour both White wires a. goes to Ignition warning light b. goes to the fuse box for ignition controlled components ...

Mike
Looks like a Sprite / Midget fork to me , see attached : -
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Keep safe
Bob

Dave , Glad you were able to blow away a few of Alice's cobwebs whilst "travelling for your daily exercise ".It was a super day weather wise. Still need a few parts for my pal's Jag to finish off the refurbishment of the bits but 75% of it done. It's certainly kept me sane over the last couple of mo...

If you've done the Restoration Bodywork course or are a professional body shop guy or gal......then it would be an easy fix. It's always difficult with just photos to fully assess what work needs to be done. Quote " only some surface rust " ?? My definition of that is no more than 30 minutes rubbing...

Brian
Welcome to the Forum. Keep the questions , concerns , other peoples preferences ( and why ) etc. coming.
I don't suppose you've got any inside information on " when the dust settles " have you ? Let's hope it's not long.
Bob

What's the expression … " you can never have enough Mole grips when doing bodywork ! "
Some quality work there alright.
Bob