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by daveyl
Mon Nov 05, 2012 11:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Distributor
Replies: 17
Views: 1912

Re: Distributor

Is the electronic dissy usable for Positive earth set up?
by daveyl
Sun Nov 04, 2012 4:48 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: tyres
Replies: 4
Views: 956

Re: tyres

I read that article. It was one of the PC team project cars. Yes, a bit mental the choice of tyres. I very much like the mag though. Should write me thinks.
by daveyl
Sun Oct 28, 2012 2:04 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Anyone used these tyres on their Minor?
Replies: 19
Views: 5453

Re: Anyone used these tyres on their Minor?

I did wonder if the 'only for temporary use' was only relevant when fitted as a spare on a modern car, as the other 3 tyres are a different size.
by daveyl
Thu Oct 25, 2012 9:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Activity low
Replies: 15
Views: 2530

Re: Activity low

You need McVities CHOCOLATE HOB NOBS They're the Marines of biscuit world.
Go-on dunk me, Again Go-on I'm going nowhere me!
That's because they use 2-pk choc. Try 'rich-tea'. One dunk, too little - two dunks, too soup. True dat.
by daveyl
Thu Oct 25, 2012 2:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Activity low
Replies: 15
Views: 2530

Re: Activity low

Well I really should be fitting my new indicator stork, but you chaps are distracting me. Along with this cuppa and bickies.
by daveyl
Wed Oct 24, 2012 8:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Door cards
Replies: 5
Views: 1005

Door cards

I would be grateful for your help. 1) Is there a product or a way of bringing faded door cards up to muster. AND 2)is there a way of removing paint over spray from said door cards (I've tried celly thinners, white spirit and bleach, all to no avail)
by daveyl
Tue Oct 23, 2012 7:06 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Diff question
Replies: 22
Views: 4079

Re: Diff question

I did one of those a few years ago. Not sure how easily the bearing (numbered '52' on the Moss diagram) can be removed without damage. The key for fitting the Pinion shaft is to have a few different size shims (no. 74) because it's a trial and error basis to fit. (Although, if you have 2x diffs to w...
by daveyl
Tue Oct 23, 2012 6:32 pm
Forum: Useful Tips
Topic: What motor oil ????
Replies: 21
Views: 11046

Re: What motor oil ????

I was informed that Comma make and supply oil for all the 'Wilkos' and 'halfords' etc in this world. This was from the 'Fat bloke' down the local vehicle factors.
Don't know how true this is though. Anyone?
by daveyl
Mon Oct 22, 2012 2:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: can you tell what it is yet?
Replies: 7
Views: 1516

Re: can you tell what it is yet?

Well done, I doff my imaginary hat to you Sir. Put it this way, it's not a 1098.
by daveyl
Mon Oct 22, 2012 1:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: can you tell what it is yet?
Replies: 7
Views: 1516

can you tell what it is yet?

As per heading. I saw this on ebay. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/271081235190? ... 1423.l2649
by daveyl
Sun Oct 21, 2012 11:51 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: compression ratio
Replies: 9
Views: 1556

Re: compression ratio

I have a Haynes 'Ital 1.3' manual to hand. The low compression engine is 8.0:1 and the High comp. is 9.4:1
by daveyl
Fri Oct 19, 2012 4:56 pm
Forum: Bodywork
Topic: fitting of Kick plates
Replies: 7
Views: 2050

Re: fitting of Kick plates

On this subject and just a thought. I've recently added a bead of clear silicon (and then over-painted) at each end of my kick-boards because I've only just realised why all four corners of the boxed sections have rotted out! I've only ever removed the box kick-boards on two occasions, both times to...
by daveyl
Wed Oct 17, 2012 4:31 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Can I use a Mini choke cable?
Replies: 6
Views: 1166

Re: Can I use a Mini choke cable?

As mentioned I have also used these for the throttle. Simply cut the 'barrel' ended one off. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/MTB-INNER-AND ... 3a758e310f
by daveyl
Mon Oct 15, 2012 6:58 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Brake shoe replacement advice
Replies: 37
Views: 7748

Re: Brake shoe replacement advice

It could be the 'triple-sprocket spring' impacting on the 'Clonker-motor'. Also worth checking the 'gangle-pin' for excessive play. :wink:
by daveyl
Wed Oct 10, 2012 10:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Wheels
Replies: 17
Views: 3452

Re: Wheels

The marina diff has a longer nose, about an inch in it i think
I think that is the other way round. The Marina is shorter by 1 inch.
by daveyl
Wed Oct 10, 2012 9:48 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: STARTER MOTOR TO FLYWHEEL CLEARANCE
Replies: 7
Views: 1982

Re: STARTER MOTOR TO FLYWHEEL CLEARANCE

A 3mm (approx) spacer/washer is needed on the shaft and a touch of epoxy glue to hold it to the bottom of the shaft. The bendix will have to be removed and I think a special tool is required, unless someone knows differently. I say this due to my own failed attempt to remove it myself. I did toy wit...
by daveyl
Wed Sep 26, 2012 6:14 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: TYRE SIZE
Replies: 16
Views: 4424

Re: TYRE SIZE

According to that rim calculator, cars running with 145x80x14 tyres should have rims, no less than 4 inches wide! And for certain, those exceptionally wide 155x80x14 tyres should never be fitted to a 3.5" rim either.

Joking aside thanks for the info Roni. Very useful.
by daveyl
Tue Sep 25, 2012 4:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: mini mayfair manifold
Replies: 2
Views: 606

mini mayfair manifold

I saw this on ebay http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/110956057655?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649#ht_571wt_932 and the chap selling it says that the exhaust outlet hole is 35mm. I have a Marina 1300 exhaust manifold and that is also the same fitment. Only difference I can see is the 4...
by daveyl
Sat Sep 22, 2012 10:19 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Mixture
Replies: 4
Views: 1062

Re: Mixture

I've fitted a K&N before and found the mixture needed to be adjusted. On another note If you have removed the carb or manifold recently, I would recommend that you check for air leaks. Re-tighten the retaining nuts and any vacuum pipes etc. I say this because recently I had an issue with the eng...
by daveyl
Sat Sep 22, 2012 9:32 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Engine Rebuild
Replies: 107
Views: 19877

Re: Engine Rebuild

I notice those pistons have circlips to retain the gudgen pins. I didn't think these were fitted as standard to the 'Minor' 1098 engine, where there was a preference for the press fit type. I mention this as the pistons may not be standard and so you will need to take note of the piston serial numbe...