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by moggiegeek
Wed Jan 03, 2024 6:21 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Fitting a 3.9 diff to a 1969 2-door Minor
Replies: 4
Views: 13413

Re: Fitting a 3.9 diff to a 1969 2-door Minor

Renewing the seal sounds easier with this method of keeping the diff in its carrier on the axle, using the road wheel. I did the suggested spring balance and string method and after crushing the first spacer by sailing past 140ft/lbs in an instant. My advice would be to buy some spare crushable spac...
by moggiegeek
Tue Dec 26, 2023 9:43 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Tweaking 1275 post rebuild
Replies: 4
Views: 2524

Re: Tweaking 1275 post rebuild

Thanks for recommending the HIF44 and starting point BDL needle for starting to set up. Can you shed a bit of light on the other wonderings?
by moggiegeek
Tue Dec 26, 2023 4:00 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Tweaking 1275 post rebuild
Replies: 4
Views: 2524

Tweaking 1275 post rebuild

Hi, Happy Xmas to all. I've had the joy of doing some longer "running in" journeys and it's raised a few questions. The engine is a rebuilt 1275 with 266 camshaft, Minispares Stage 3 head, maniflow inlet and lcb exhaust, with K and N filter. It's currently on a HIF38 carb with AAA needle. ...
by moggiegeek
Sun Dec 17, 2023 10:16 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: mini heater and heated rear window
Replies: 8
Views: 23135

Re: mini heater and heated rear window

Welcome to the forum. I have fitted a heated rear window which is excellent. This was one with the heater wires in the glass not a self adhesive one - if they're still available. The screen fitting I found really challenging on my own and in the end went to a auto glass firm in Bath who took it on a...
by moggiegeek
Sat Dec 16, 2023 7:25 pm
Forum: Parts for sale
Topic: 1098 Engine for sale.
Replies: 1
Views: 34311

1098 Engine for sale.

Having upgraded my engine to 1275 I have the old 1098 engine for sale. Comprising block, 12g202 cylinder head, rockers, push rods etc. Flywheel, water pump, timing gear etc. It's a great engine in relation to excellent oil pressure, 40 at hot tickover, 60 when running. The down side is that it's com...
by moggiegeek
Sat Dec 16, 2023 7:24 pm
Forum: Parts for sale
Topic: 1098 Engine for sale.
Replies: 0
Views: 34483

1098 Engine for sale.

Having upgraded my engine to 1275 I have the old 1098 engine for sale. Comprising block, 12g202 cylinder head, rockers, push rods etc. Flywheel, water pump, timing gear etc. It's a great engine in relation to excellent oil pressure, 40 at hot tickover, 60 when running. The down side is that it's com...
by moggiegeek
Sat Dec 16, 2023 7:12 pm
Forum: Parts for sale
Topic: 12G940 Cylinder Head for sale
Replies: 0
Views: 34238

12G940 Cylinder Head for sale

IMG_20231216_152911.jpg IMG_20231216_152930.jpg IMG_20231215_102350.jpg Selling above head in good condition. 9 stud. Valves, 33mm, 29mm. Single valve springs, heater take off, bypass hose stub in good condition. Never skimmed, original deck height. Only available as I replaced it with a Mini spare...
by moggiegeek
Sat Dec 16, 2023 7:11 pm
Forum: Parts for sale
Topic: 12G940 Cylinder Head for sale
Replies: 0
Views: 34104

12G940 Cylinder Head for sale

IMG_20231216_152911.jpg IMG_20231216_152930.jpg IMG_20231215_102350.jpg Selling above head in good condition. 9 stud. Valves, 33mm, 29mm. Single valve springs, heater take off, bypass hose stub in good condition. Never skimmed, original deck height. Only available as I replaced it with a Mini spare...
by moggiegeek
Wed Oct 18, 2023 10:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Remote Oil Filter Location
Replies: 11
Views: 4758

Re: Remote Oil Filter Location

Thank you for the fascinating posts above. I've learned loads - from historical and technical perspectives. The only way I can build on what I've learned is to say that I do have an oil temp gauge fitted and look forward to seeing what it shows as well as making sure the thermostat on oil cooler cir...
by moggiegeek
Wed Oct 18, 2023 4:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Remote Oil Filter Location
Replies: 11
Views: 4758

Re: Remote Oil Filter Location

Hi, the engine is a 1275 A+ first rebore - Ital - thin flange. Minisport stage 3 head, 266 cam, Maniflow inlet and Exhaust. HIF 38/K and N filter, Vernier duplex. With an updated clutch and Midget gearbox and 3.9 diff. Currently running in. Complete with upgraded braking, servo/ discs, Wolseley rear...
by moggiegeek
Tue Oct 17, 2023 11:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Remote Oil Filter Location
Replies: 11
Views: 4758

Re: Remote Oil Filter Location

Hi, if I was starting from scratch I wouldn't bother at all. If I was still enthusiastic I'd follow Phil's example.
As I've been building this I am where I am and it's a hobby.
by moggiegeek
Tue Oct 17, 2023 7:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Remote Oil Filter Location
Replies: 11
Views: 4758

Re: Remote Oil Filter Location

Thanks Phil for the assurance that as a pressurised system I can fit the remote filter above the engine as in the repurposed battery compartment. So far as filter location is concerned I have it located below the radiator and have modified the front panel by removing a segment of it so front of cool...
by moggiegeek
Tue Oct 17, 2023 2:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Remote Oil Filter Location
Replies: 11
Views: 4758

Remote Oil Filter Location

I'm planning to locate the remote oil filter assembly together with associated oil thermostat in space vacated by battery. ( see separate post). Oil cooler radiator positioned in and below front panel) Is there any technical reason why the filter assembly shouldn't be above the engine in the positio...
by moggiegeek
Fri Oct 13, 2023 7:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Best cover for Morris Minor Convertible
Replies: 10
Views: 1108

Re: Best cover for Morris Minor Convertible

Hi During last two years my moggie has lived outside. I went for the best moderate priced cover I could. It was tailored for moggie, has a non abrasive lining, was breathable and had a smart grey external cover. It also had adjustable straps below. Although I've got no direct comparison I would say ...
by moggiegeek
Fri Oct 13, 2023 4:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Relocating Battery
Replies: 14
Views: 5516

Re: Relocating Battery

Thanks for the contributions. In answer to the last point the changes are really just to neaten up installation of brake and clutch fluid reservoirs, wash bottle, remote oil filter and thermostat for oil filter which is located at front of radiator having modified front panel and inner rad panel to ...
by moggiegeek
Fri Oct 13, 2023 3:41 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Relocating Battery
Replies: 14
Views: 5516

Re: Relocating Battery

Thank you all for your replies. I'd like to do this, using 50mm2 or 70mm2 cable, venting the battery as suggested. I'm having difficulty locating a suitable fused earth cable ( it's -ve earth wired.) Given it's a safety critical item I'd prefer to buy new. What amperage fuse should it have? It's a s...
by moggiegeek
Wed Oct 11, 2023 2:07 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Relocating Battery
Replies: 14
Views: 5516

Relocating Battery

I'm wondering about relocating the battery to the boot in order to create space for a remote oil filter and thermostat as well as brake and clutch fluid reservoirs and windscreen washer reservoir. The engine is originally a 1275 A+ with filter above starter motor and space is limited - servo positio...
by moggiegeek
Sat Jan 21, 2023 10:49 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: 1275 clutch release bearing noise
Replies: 10
Views: 1249

Re: 1275 clutch release bearing noise

Sorry to cause confusion. There are two fans side by side on the engine side of the radiator. The radiator is a conventional one. Not aluminium. The fans suck air into the engine bay. So the car can stand still at fast idle with a stable temperature for a long time. The shrouding or fan casings are ...
by moggiegeek
Fri Jan 20, 2023 10:17 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: 1275 clutch release bearing noise
Replies: 10
Views: 1249

Re: 1275 clutch release bearing noise

I fitted two fans, both sucking air into the engine bay with a thermostatic switch and additional electric switch. Between them they create quite a breeze in the engine bay. Last summer's heat prompted me to add the second one. I do wonder to what extent the shrouding etc blocks airflow, however I w...
by moggiegeek
Thu Jan 19, 2023 5:20 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: 1275 clutch release bearing noise
Replies: 10
Views: 1249

Re: 1275 clutch release bearing noise

Thanks Phil, as it has turned out on the second run of the car - it's only just finished after a few years - I realised that the noise did coincide with taking power from the engine and slipping the clutch. However...On checking today in the daylight I found I could provoke the noise by sharp revvin...