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by plastic_orange
Sun Nov 30, 2014 3:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How long have you had yours....?
Replies: 9
Views: 2977

Re: How long have you had yours....?

Paid £100 back in 1972 and still have it:

One on left only 10 years, but one on right from 1972

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by plastic_orange
Sun Nov 23, 2014 5:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My first Minor
Replies: 15
Views: 4031

Re: My first Minor

I've still got mine - bought in 1972.

Pete
by plastic_orange
Sun Nov 23, 2014 5:28 pm
Forum: Custom & Modified Register
Topic: Kustom Minor
Replies: 24
Views: 21309

Re: Kustom Minor

We really shouldn't be getting negative comments on the custom section, but each to their own. I don't like green cars, but I've not been known to make a negative comment on someone's green Minor (well, only if I know them :D ). Best going here for modified stuff: http://morrisminorowners.co.uk/inde...
by plastic_orange
Fri Nov 21, 2014 8:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Pretentious Experts
Replies: 22
Views: 7334

Re: Pretentious Experts

well guys i dont know what to do the previous own of my car welded in an almost new floor however welded from the inside perfect welds leaving the rust behind and the old floor sections on the outside, so now im not sure what to do with it because i have no idea what to keep and what to leave - i d...
by plastic_orange
Thu Nov 20, 2014 11:11 am
Forum: Custom & Modified Register
Topic: Safety mods needed...
Replies: 14
Views: 8375

Re: Safety mods needed...

I wondered when Wolseley brakes would surface :D I think it's time you tried a disc brake equipped Minor Roy - you wouldn't go back then :wink:

Pete
by plastic_orange
Sun Nov 16, 2014 12:12 pm
Forum: Bodywork
Topic: door repair or door skin?
Replies: 10
Views: 4139

Re: door repair or door skin?

I thought it was just me that thought these panels were too short :D I had to extend them too. Having said that, they weren't too bad a fit.

Pete
by plastic_orange
Sun Nov 16, 2014 12:06 pm
Forum: Series MM Register
Topic: Lowlight on ebay
Replies: 8
Views: 2664

Re: Lowlight on ebay

I look forward to seeing it Ewan.

Pete
by plastic_orange
Fri Nov 14, 2014 8:08 pm
Forum: Custom & Modified Register
Topic: Safety mods needed...
Replies: 14
Views: 8375

Re: Safety mods needed...

As I advised, have a read through the numerous threads on how to go about modifying your minor as it's all been done before, then decide what you actually want. Lowering is an issue if you go too low (3 inches will cause problems) unless you re engineer the car. Can you do the work yourself? if not,...
by plastic_orange
Fri Nov 14, 2014 10:59 am
Forum: Custom & Modified Register
Topic: Safety mods needed...
Replies: 14
Views: 8375

Re: Safety mods needed...

Have a look here for some ideas: http://morrisminorowners.co.uk/viewforum.php?f=48

Ford Zetec is a useful swap, but diesel conversions are starting to become popular. Have a look at the JLH website for the best in brake and suspension mods.

Pete
by plastic_orange
Tue Oct 28, 2014 9:30 am
Forum: Series MM Register
Topic: Exterior fittings.
Replies: 8
Views: 2845

Re: Exterior fittings.

ESM's rubber gasket between wing and light base has only a passing resemblance to the real thing. but the remainder of the rear light including lens is fine.

Pete
by plastic_orange
Sat Oct 25, 2014 3:30 pm
Forum: Series MM Register
Topic: Vehicle dating
Replies: 5
Views: 2962

Re: Vehicle dating

My mm series is numbered before your one (57***)and was registered in July 1950. Check out the chassis numbers here:
http://seriesmm.mmoc.org.uk/reglist.htm

Pete
by plastic_orange
Thu Oct 23, 2014 6:12 pm
Forum: Custom & Modified Register
Topic: Project V8 2 years on
Replies: 10
Views: 6924

Re: Project V8 2 years on

My rover powered minor did consistent 14.5's last time out :D
My Ls1 powered one managed a 12.9 during a shakedown run - that's with me backing off, so I'd guess 11's is likely.

PO
by plastic_orange
Sun Oct 19, 2014 12:05 pm
Forum: Bodywork
Topic: Door trim plugs
Replies: 11
Views: 3811

Re: Door trim plugs

These plugs from esm won't fit unless you place them in boiling water to soften them. Once heated, press them into holes on door whilst still pliable.

Pete
by plastic_orange
Fri Aug 15, 2014 2:37 pm
Forum: Custom & Modified Register
Topic: Ford Fiesta 1275 cc Engine
Replies: 14
Views: 14295

Re: Ford Fiesta 1275 cc Engine

The zetec conversion is bread and butter stuff now to the old Ford guys. They have got this down to a fine art without the need of expensive parts. Just check the net for what they do. On the Minor front, contact Stevie (Morrisfixer) as his conversion is possibly the neatest around - prize winner at...
by plastic_orange
Fri Aug 15, 2014 10:44 am
Forum: Custom & Modified Register
Topic: Ford Fiesta 1275 cc Engine
Replies: 14
Views: 14295

Re: Ford Fiesta 1275 cc Engine

Check out here to see some zetec minors - and more:

http://morrisminorowners.co.uk/viewforum.php?f=48

Pete
by plastic_orange
Fri Jul 18, 2014 9:21 pm
Forum: Custom & Modified Register
Topic: Project V8 2 years on
Replies: 10
Views: 6924

Re: Project V8 2 years on

RPI aren't the best folk to speak to with regard to performance - and they are mega pricey. Best to join up here for all things Rover V8 and absorb the information: http://www.v8forum.co.uk/forum/index.php?sid=57e9bd73dfee8949551c8ecdc094a89c My Rover engined minor - 3.9 with edelbrock carb and inle...
by plastic_orange
Thu Jul 10, 2014 2:12 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: Scary brake problem
Replies: 9
Views: 2397

Re: Scary brake problem

I'll second the disc suggestion, well worth it, and a lot less maintenance once fitted, plus you'll stop :D .

Pete
by plastic_orange
Wed Jul 09, 2014 6:57 pm
Forum: Custom & Modified Register
Topic: trunnions?
Replies: 1
Views: 2207

Re: trunnions?

It really depends what you are considering. Standard set up is fine with most 4 cylinder conversions, but obviously uprated brakes, shocks etc. If properly maintained the upright and trunnions should last for a very long time. I never had to replace anything in 80,000 miles of hard use with a well t...
by plastic_orange
Fri Jun 27, 2014 5:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: hi i just came here to give 2 free cars to club or members
Replies: 38
Views: 10433

Re: hi i just came here to give 2 free cars to club or members

It is entirely possible it was highland morris/bluemorris68, however, given that the grammar was fine in the advert (unlike his usual nonsense) it may not have been (possible he got a schoolkid to write his hoax advert though :D ). I have his full address if anyone wants to pm me. He was banned on t...