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by bmcecosse
Fri Sep 16, 2016 10:46 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: fan blade
Replies: 8
Views: 1723

Re: fan blade

Just ONE blade. Which obviously has two arms to keep it balanced.... Note that a Mini blade cannot be used - it pushes air rather the pull required for a Minor.
by bmcecosse
Thu Sep 15, 2016 12:56 pm
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: selling a car Help Please!
Replies: 10
Views: 2369

Re: selling a car Help Please!

VOSA would never say a garage does dodgy MOTs - but you DO owe him £50 since you didn't sell the car to him......
by bmcecosse
Thu Sep 15, 2016 12:47 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: starting up -Float chamber lid off?
Replies: 16
Views: 2687

Re: starting up -Float chamber lid off?

Take the sill covers off as a first move - and inspect the crossmember very carefully. Poking hard with a blunt chisel!!
by bmcecosse
Thu Sep 15, 2016 12:45 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: 1275 exhaust manifold questions.
Replies: 22
Views: 6657

Re: 1275 exhaust manifold questions.

2nd vote for the cut down manifold.The HIF44 is a good move, and will help with future upgrades such as a 'big valve' head.
by bmcecosse
Thu Sep 15, 2016 12:41 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Rocker lubrication
Replies: 23
Views: 5218

Re: Rocker lubrication

The head gasket can't go on 'wrong way round' - the stud holes won't allow it. And we surely all know by now not use nasty 'gasket goo'.....
by bmcecosse
Thu Sep 15, 2016 12:39 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Brake issues
Replies: 3
Views: 1400

Re: Brake issues

Nothing to do with adjustment - that just gives a long pedal. As above - seized cylinders.....or oil on the shoes. Off with the drums !
by bmcecosse
Wed Sep 14, 2016 10:15 pm
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: selling a car Help Please!
Replies: 10
Views: 2369

Re: selling a car Help Please!

For £50 is this worth all the hassle? Give him the cash and get him off your back. There really is no point arguing over such a trivial amount.
by bmcecosse
Wed Sep 14, 2016 10:10 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: starting up -Float chamber lid off?
Replies: 16
Views: 2687

Re: starting up -Float chamber lid off?

Cost of engine repairs are insignificant compared to welding/bodywork repairs. Don't fret about the engine too much till you get the car fully surveyed for whatever else it needs.
by bmcecosse
Wed Sep 14, 2016 10:06 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: 1275 exhaust manifold questions.
Replies: 22
Views: 6657

Re: 1275 exhaust manifold questions.

On that otherwise standard Sprite (is it??) engine - I would not spend a lot on a fancy exhaust - the gains will be not be worth the money unless you modify the engine further (camshaft + better head ).
by bmcecosse
Wed Sep 14, 2016 10:01 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: A friend of mine . . .
Replies: 6
Views: 1547

Re: A friend of mine . . .

If you see it but can't catch it - use a hole saw to make a hole (obviously... :roll: ) in the base of the bellhousing to make retrieval easier. If you can't see it - stop worrying about it - it's a thin washer and even if caught up by the flywheel it won't last long in there!
by bmcecosse
Wed Sep 14, 2016 9:57 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Rocker lubrication
Replies: 23
Views: 5218

Re: Rocker lubrication

If it's being 'lightly lubricated' then oil must be getting through. Probably right enough for parts in good condition with no slop in the shaft or rockers.
by bmcecosse
Wed Sep 14, 2016 9:54 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Starter motor not engaging
Replies: 30
Views: 6546

Re: Starter motor not engaging

The whirr pretty much confirms what Phil says above - the teeth on the flywheel have worn away... Next time it does this - turn the engine 90 degrees by hand and then try again.
by bmcecosse
Wed Sep 14, 2016 11:09 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Best/alternative oil for Carburettor?
Replies: 4
Views: 1950

Re: Best/alternative oil for Carburettor?

Just a teaspoon or two of 20W50 to start with - they don't need 'filling up'. Some modified engines respond better to 3-in-one, and as Phil says EP90 has been used by the Works where the cars are run on rough ground and don't want the pistons flapping up and down.
by bmcecosse
Tue Sep 13, 2016 2:10 pm
Forum: Bodywork
Topic: Sanding to perfection
Replies: 8
Views: 2720

Re: Sanding to perfection

Don't use 'sandpaper' - very fine 'wet & dry' is what you need. But will the surface not improve with just polishing mop and good cutting compound?
by bmcecosse
Tue Sep 13, 2016 12:46 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: starting up -Float chamber lid off?
Replies: 16
Views: 2687

Re: starting up -Float chamber lid off?

Good point about 'old petrol' - didn't know it had stood for 5 years. It will never start on fuel that old. Still try the eggcup with fresh petrol (or frankly a good squirt of 'carb and choke'cleaner will have a similar effect- it will tell you if the engine is basically willing to go.
by bmcecosse
Tue Sep 13, 2016 12:42 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Hair pulling engine problem
Replies: 7
Views: 2069

Re: Hair pulling engine problem

The spitting back indicates more than a 'weak mixture' - and in any case this 'number of flats business' is just a guess. When cold starting with 'choke' pulled it has no relevance whatsoever. Check the compressions...
by bmcecosse
Tue Sep 13, 2016 12:39 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Oil Primer Plug
Replies: 2
Views: 1176

Re: Oil Primer Plug

As above - don't block the flow of oil!
by bmcecosse
Tue Sep 13, 2016 12:37 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Ignition switch
Replies: 2
Views: 1050

Re: Ignition switch

Why were you changing the switch in the first place?This may be a clue... You need a meter (or test lamp)to check if volts are getting to the starter solenoid - it may be faulty -or needing to be earthed/connections cleaned. Does the starter always work if you press the button on the solenoid?
by bmcecosse
Mon Sep 12, 2016 8:47 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Brake pipe union threads
Replies: 30
Views: 8982

Re: Brake pipe union threads

And the brake pressure switch T piece....... Rover made a mess of the later Mini (and probably others in the range) by using M10 x 1 fittings in some places and UNF in others - but at least they dropped the BSF. UNF and M10 are particularly dangerous because it is just about possible to convince you...
by bmcecosse
Mon Sep 12, 2016 8:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Classic car snobbery
Replies: 27
Views: 6926

Re: Classic car snobbery

Why would you 'wave' at other old cars?? Mystifies me.... Is there a speed trap ahead :-?