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by Monty-4
Sat Apr 01, 2023 5:53 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: 998cc Short Engine Build
Replies: 69
Views: 8565

Re: 998cc Short Engine Build

Life got in the way in between my last posts about this and today - when I found myself unpacking everything in a new storage unit rented in cooperation with some other nutters (MX5 not mine). The engine has been sitting for some time and has some surface rust on the unpainted areas like where the m...
by Monty-4
Fri Mar 17, 2023 9:18 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Morris fastback
Replies: 23
Views: 10065

Re: Morris fastback

Looks like it would have raised the top speed a little by being more aerodynamic!

Variety being the spice and so on, given infinite resources and a coachbuilder I'd definitely try it.
by Monty-4
Thu Mar 16, 2023 9:38 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Tracking - too much toe in
Replies: 51
Views: 4768

Re: Tracking - too much toe in

Perhaps the OP prefers to drive backwards so it is in fact toe-in.
by Monty-4
Mon Mar 13, 2023 9:17 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: 1098cc Engine Compression
Replies: 16
Views: 1567

Re: 1098cc Engine Compression

Decent numbers I think. I got around 160psi on a tuned engine with slightly raised compression.
by Monty-4
Mon Mar 13, 2023 9:14 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Wider wheels
Replies: 8
Views: 531

Re: Wider wheels

Refurbishment costs being what they are now I think you're better off buying new unless you plan to do it DIY. A friend of mine recently paid north of £350 to get five wheels painted . If the ride is that bad you might be resting on your bump stops, need some bushes and/or have poor tyres on already!
by Monty-4
Wed Mar 08, 2023 3:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The General State of Parts
Replies: 16
Views: 984

Re: The General State of Parts

Might be an idea for clubs to start building up a database of CAD files. With modern 3d scanning (such as the Quixel/Epic Reality Scan for iOS and Android) it would also be possible to photograph OEM parts and convert them to 3D with a phone, of course there may be some clean up and dimension check...
by Monty-4
Tue Mar 07, 2023 4:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The General State of Parts
Replies: 16
Views: 984

Re: The General State of Parts

On the positive side the price of custom moulded rubber parts from non-specific suppliers, and services such as laser cutting and CNC machining have come down considerably. My suspicion is that in future fewer suppliers will be providing parts for more car models on an on-demand basis, for a higher ...
by Monty-4
Tue Feb 21, 2023 9:00 am
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Non-Minor but Morris - E-Series
Replies: 3
Views: 3880

Re: Non-Minor but Morris - E-Series

I'll PM you and we can compare notes!
by Monty-4
Mon Feb 20, 2023 5:04 pm
Forum: Useful Tips
Topic: yoghurt pot heater mod
Replies: 10
Views: 2571

Re: yoghurt pot heater mod

Steve Baimbridge of Mostly Minors, mentioned here a couple of times, sells a metal bracket to achieve the same as the yohurt pot.

Slightly more expensive but a little more resiliant too!
by Monty-4
Mon Feb 20, 2023 2:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Story of Mog
Replies: 11
Views: 468

Re: The Story of Mog

Yes, the only financially reasonable approach might be a slow DIY job to get it solid and functional and then perhaps ship it off for professional paint.

This is why I've learnt basic MIG welding - so I can afford to have irrational sentimental attachments to cars. :lol:
by Monty-4
Mon Feb 20, 2023 2:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Story of Mog
Replies: 11
Views: 468

Re: The Story of Mog

Great story, is it still up near Edinburgh or the borders?

As others have said almost anything is salvagable as long you you're billing your own time at £0 per hour! :D
by Monty-4
Mon Feb 20, 2023 1:34 pm
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Non-Minor but Morris - E-Series
Replies: 3
Views: 3880

Non-Minor but Morris - E-Series

I wonder if any of the knowledgable folk here have experience of the E-Series in Maxi 1500/1750 and/or Landcrab 2200 form. I have a Morris 2200, a seized 1750 Maxi engine sitting the garage, and a silly idea of making my 2200 a five speed. Thing is I've undone all the bolts I can see but the sump/tr...
by Monty-4
Fri Feb 17, 2023 7:45 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Ford type 9 clutch plate
Replies: 4
Views: 331

Re: Ford type 9 clutch plate

I don't know about part numbers but I've only ever been able to get the right part from David Manners.

https://www.abingdonmgparts.co.uk/produ ... err/sier17
by Monty-4
Fri Feb 17, 2023 1:26 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: SU Carburettor
Replies: 8
Views: 377

Re: SU Carburettor

Do I understand correctly you tried rotating the dash pot top? Is the needle properly aligned in the jet, it could be rubbing.
by Monty-4
Tue Feb 14, 2023 7:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Period Correct Paint Colour?
Replies: 13
Views: 17838

Re: Period Correct Paint Colour?

My experience suggests later is darker. My car is '68 and darker.
by Monty-4
Mon Feb 13, 2023 11:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Period Correct Paint Colour?
Replies: 13
Views: 17838

Re: Period Correct Paint Colour?

There do seem to be two shades of Trafalgar blue, or BU37, though? I've come across a lighter and a darker one.
by Monty-4
Mon Feb 13, 2023 1:39 pm
Forum: Bodywork
Topic: Sills
Replies: 10
Views: 1901

Re: Sills

When ever someone asks about getting such work done in Scotland, my advice is to take it down south - this is based on my own experiences from when I lived in Scotland. Of course, if you do that then hopefully your gearbox won't fail on the way south resulting in having to pay for a private car tra...
by Monty-4
Wed Feb 08, 2023 7:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: what seats fit
Replies: 10
Views: 1136

Re: what seats fit

75 seats are lovely, nice one. On the big side if you're ever having people in the back perhaps. :D
by Monty-4
Wed Feb 08, 2023 7:51 pm
Forum: Bodywork
Topic: Sills
Replies: 10
Views: 1901

Re: Sills

Very roughly, when I last got quotes it was ~£600-800 a side. Could end up being £3-4k if the whole floor is coming out to find something solid to weld to.
by Monty-4
Wed Feb 08, 2023 7:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: what seats fit
Replies: 10
Views: 1136

Re: what seats fit

Off the top of my head on this common subject: - Newton Commerical do "Suffolk" seats that are adjustable and comfortable. - MGF/TF seats fit well and can suit the car okay. - Ford Ka seats fit but I don't think they look nice myself. - Procar-90 are great but need to be shipped from the U...