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by SteveClem
Wed Jul 01, 2020 6:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New member saying "Hello"
Replies: 28
Views: 3432

Re: New member saying "Hello"

There’s a lot of ex-bobbys interested in, and running Minors :wink:
Saw a clip on the tv recently of some low life in a stolen Minor giving the police a problem... West Yorkshire I think?
by SteveClem
Sun Jun 28, 2020 3:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: new member
Replies: 7
Views: 879

Re: new member

Welcome, and all the very best for your new project. I’m sure it’ll bring you much enjoyment and satisfaction. Perhaps peppered with a little frustration now and then :wink: I’m a new member too. I collect what will be my ‘61 two door saloon on Saturday. What part of the country are you in? Glad th...
by SteveClem
Mon Jun 15, 2020 6:54 pm
Forum: Do you know....?
Topic: Authenticity of Vehicles
Replies: 12
Views: 2327

Re: Authenticity of Vehicles

As years go on, it becomes increasingly difficult to confirm originality/authenticity. Over the past 50+ years generations of people have done work to these cars, some good and some not so good. In the absence of definitive information I think the best course is to ensure that a car is sound and hon...
by SteveClem
Mon Jun 15, 2020 6:34 pm
Forum: Bodywork
Topic: Locking petrol cap
Replies: 13
Views: 1977

Re: Locking petrol cap

:cry: .
You could have got lucky...
by SteveClem
Sat Jun 06, 2020 7:46 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Wiring trafficators and indicator lights
Replies: 5
Views: 2212

Re: Wiring trafficators and indicator lights

I suggest that you get the flashers and trafficators to work separately.
Put the trafficators on a classic teardrop switch, so you can use them for fun,shows etc.
When they are wired to work together they are very prone to get snapped off!! Ask me how I know :wink:
by SteveClem
Sat Jun 06, 2020 7:37 pm
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Charging battery of modern car
Replies: 13
Views: 2205

Re: Charging battery of modern car

Recently had to put a new battery on a 2010 Tiguan, just as simple as changing a Minor battery. And the radio didn’t pack up either...
by SteveClem
Fri May 29, 2020 8:08 am
Forum: Useful Tips
Topic: WOOD OIL
Replies: 17
Views: 9377

Re: WOOD OIL

I agree with Megan. Osmo is the best that I have used, by far.
by SteveClem
Fri May 22, 2020 2:47 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Flasher Unit again
Replies: 8
Views: 1234

Re: Flasher Unit again

I have a couple of minor flasher cans in my spares box and one is larger than the other! The larger one appears to be more substantially made.
Maybe from a different tin hut in a faraway place 😀
by SteveClem
Fri May 22, 2020 2:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Window frame to front door rubber? Help please
Replies: 11
Views: 1425

Re: Window frame to front door rubber? Help please

[quote=SteveClem post_id=653588 time=<a href="tel:1590133975">1590133975</a> user_id=14878] You could try moulding one from sugru. It made a great job repairing damage to the rubber inserts on my Beetle bumper. I've never heard of Sugru before. Is it as good as the website suggests? On th...
by SteveClem
Fri May 22, 2020 2:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Window frame to front door rubber? Help please
Replies: 11
Views: 1425

Re: Window frame to front door rubber? Help please

ManyMinors wrote: Fri May 22, 2020 11:58 am As Steve's a "regular" we make allowances :wink: . Also, I think driving a Beetle makes him appreciate how good a car a Minor is :lol:
:D :D Yes, the Minor is a better car to drive, but the B****e is a lot of fun and the chrome is better quality.
by SteveClem
Fri May 22, 2020 8:52 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Window frame to front door rubber? Help please
Replies: 11
Views: 1425

Re: Window frame to front door rubber? Help please

You could try moulding one from sugru. It made a great job repairing damage to the rubber inserts on my Beetle bumper.
by SteveClem
Wed May 20, 2020 10:59 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: WD 40
Replies: 29
Views: 3543

Re: WD 40

:D Worth a try!
by SteveClem
Wed May 20, 2020 9:37 am
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: E scooters
Replies: 44
Views: 6555

Re: E scooters

I’ve never seen an e-scooter in real life. They don’t seem to have arrived here yet
by SteveClem
Wed May 20, 2020 9:33 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: WD 40
Replies: 29
Views: 3543

Re: WD 40

I rather like Duck Oil.
by SteveClem
Wed May 06, 2020 11:01 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bodges
Replies: 16
Views: 1587

Re: Bodges

As a student, back in the early ‘70’s, a few friends and I bought a Minor. There were big holes in the floor. We liberated lot of old beer cans from the back of the union bar, flattened them, riveted them together and stuck them to the floor. A bit of carpet and a lick of under seal. Mot wasn’t a pr...
by SteveClem
Tue Apr 21, 2020 6:52 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Dead battery
Replies: 16
Views: 1534

Re: Dead battery

I would think that the battery is under warranty. Our local ‘battery shop’ will test for free and replace if faulty.
by SteveClem
Sun Apr 19, 2020 7:50 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Alternator conversion
Replies: 48
Views: 7152

Re: Alternator conversion

This is starting to sound like the famous four yorkshiremen sketch!,😀
by SteveClem
Sun Apr 19, 2020 7:46 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Electronic ignition
Replies: 40
Views: 3626

Re: Electronic ignition

The electronic ignition on my two Minors has been faultless for years. The exact same system on my Austin has been a nightmare, and I’ve gone back to points and condenser.
Doesn’t make any logical sense🤔
by SteveClem
Mon Apr 13, 2020 5:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dealer or private purchase?
Replies: 24
Views: 3110

Re: Dealer or private purchase?

Lovely looking Mini! My first car was a 1971 mini 1000 in Harvest Gold.
Amazing what could be achieved in a Mini when one is young and flexible. Happy days :D
by SteveClem
Fri Mar 20, 2020 7:17 pm
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Currently drinking.....
Replies: 116
Views: 23174

Re: Currently drinking.....

Looks like we’ll not be drinking at the pub for a while :cry: