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by chesney
Sat May 19, 2012 5:48 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Cylinder head swap!
Replies: 21
Views: 3672

Re: Cylinder head swap!

Ah, answered my own question - 2.750''.
by chesney
Sat May 19, 2012 4:21 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Cylinder head swap!
Replies: 21
Views: 3672

Re: Cylinder head swap!

Thanks BMC - I guessed it might be you that replied first :lol: 1 more question - how 'thick' should a standard 12G202 be then - so I know if mine has been skimmed before. Bit of a hitch with the manifold/carb. The 1098 I have was in a 948 style minor, so it came with an odd mix of 948/1098 bits. It...
by chesney
Sat May 19, 2012 2:17 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Cylinder head swap!
Replies: 21
Views: 3672

Re: Cylinder head swap!

Also want to swap as I want to fit a temperature gauge, so a 1098 head makes things easier
by chesney
Sat May 19, 2012 12:41 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Cylinder head swap!
Replies: 21
Views: 3672

Cylinder head swap!

Hi all, I'm about to embark on a full service of my 948 - this includes changing the head gasket. My question is is there any benefit in putting a 1098 head on a 948? I am aware of the 12G295 mod but i have a redundant 1098 awaiting rebuild. Also - will the valves need sinking - like the 12G mod, or...
by chesney
Thu May 17, 2012 4:41 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: SU Float Chamber issues
Replies: 14
Views: 2440

Re: SU Float Chamber issues

Petrol!
by chesney
Tue May 15, 2012 5:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Spotted today.
Replies: 2449
Views: 697566

Re: Spotted today.

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This came and parked next to me t'other day when I was at a mates. Didn't get to see the owner. The minor is mine :wink:
by chesney
Mon May 14, 2012 2:27 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: recalibrate a speedo
Replies: 25
Views: 3979

Re: recalibrate a speedo

Surely if the odometer works the cable must be fine?
by chesney
Sun May 13, 2012 7:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Morris Minor and researching other classics
Replies: 26
Views: 3968

Re: Morris Minor and researching other classics

There are 4 main spares suppliers that spring to mind straight away, so getting a part is never a problem. I find my minor a good car to live with, but it depends on what you look for, if you need radio or cruise control etc. As for mpg, on a cautious run, 40 can be gained I understand, but 35 is a ...
by chesney
Sun May 13, 2012 6:27 pm
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Three word story FORUM GAME
Replies: 4651
Views: 553602

Re: Three word story FORUM GAME

were made of
by chesney
Sat May 12, 2012 5:49 pm
Forum: Off-Topic
Topic: Three word story FORUM GAME
Replies: 4651
Views: 553602

Re: Three word story FORUM GAME

to the pub
by chesney
Sat May 12, 2012 12:11 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Best way of preserving my engine !
Replies: 19
Views: 1617

Re: Best way of preserving my engine !

Noted!
by chesney
Fri May 11, 2012 11:56 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Best way of preserving my engine !
Replies: 19
Views: 1617

Re: Best way of preserving my engine !

Ah, job for the weekend then! Thanks BMC
by chesney
Fri May 11, 2012 11:46 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Best way of preserving my engine !
Replies: 19
Views: 1617

Re: Best way of preserving my engine !

I find it difficult to tell my indicated speed in the first place! It'll waver between 27-33mph when I am doing around 30, for example. Takes some getting used to - especially round speed camera city here!
by chesney
Fri May 11, 2012 2:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Classic car show East Kilbride
Replies: 13
Views: 2198

Re: Classic car show East Kilbride

Where did the tartan paint come from for that mini :D
by chesney
Tue May 08, 2012 8:32 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Fuel Sender
Replies: 2
Views: 1672

Re: Fuel Sender

I have the same problem with my gold faced speedo - it never reads past 3/4. Is yours a gold faced speedo too? I just always make sure it has some petrol in :D
by chesney
Tue May 08, 2012 3:55 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: non bleeding
Replies: 10
Views: 1926

Re: non bleeding

tomas.geoghegan wrote:for the sake of £15 Approx Fit new cylinder
Tomas
15£! I get mine for just over 8 from my local motor shop :D
by chesney
Tue May 08, 2012 3:17 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: Indicators
Replies: 10
Views: 1537

Re: Indicators

Sometimes I get a similar problem on my minor, a 948. When I indicate right, it flashes fast as if a bulb is out, but if you adjust the position of the indicator switch slightly, it works perfectly. I guess because it is combined with the horn, it is allowed to move too much and affects the contact ...
by chesney
Mon Feb 27, 2012 8:01 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: car not starting
Replies: 27
Views: 2402

Re: car not starting

Local car shops can be a bit 'hit and miss'. My dad had a 6 volt one from a local shop, put it on a few months ago, and a cell has collapsed! At least with Halfords you do get a warranty, so you get what you pay for...
by chesney
Mon Feb 27, 2012 4:40 pm
Forum: Electrical
Topic: car not starting
Replies: 27
Views: 2402

Re: car not starting

Check all wiring for a short somewhere. Try disconnecting the battery next time you turn it off, and reconnect it when you return.