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- Thu Jul 25, 2024 6:00 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: DVLA and tourer/electric conversions
- Replies: 5
- Views: 148
Re: DVLA and tourer/electric conversions
One interpretation of the rules is that any change to a monocoque shell will result in its registration be voided and a Q-plate issued. You drilled a hole to fit a light switch, seat belt, aerial, washer bottle in non-original position, run a wire through the bulkhead, fit a speaker? You modified th...
- Thu Jul 25, 2024 9:28 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: DVLA and tourer/electric conversions
- Replies: 5
- Views: 148
Re: DVLA and tourer/electric conversions
Currently a change of engine from petrol 803cc side valve engine to petrol V8 or twin cam will not usually affect the historic status but a change to electric will automatically lose it. The conversion industry has experienced this problem and made representation; and I suspect that this is one reas...
- Tue Jul 23, 2024 4:43 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: I bought another one
- Replies: 28
- Views: 630
Re: I bought another one
If you do need to attach a tow rope to the front of the car, then the tie rods have always been the favoured place. However, be careful to not catch the number plate. I have always carried a toe rope and used it on quite a few occasions - to tow more modern vehicles that have failed to proceed. For ...
- Sun Jul 21, 2024 5:26 pm
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Smelly Morris problem
- Replies: 5
- Views: 275
Re: Smelly Morris problem
Deceased rodent under the carpet or rear seat? ![:o](./images/smilies/icon_eek.gif)
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- Sat Jul 20, 2024 8:52 pm
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Can no one provide a gearbox and brake fluid extension filler pipe
- Replies: 20
- Views: 404
Re: Can no one provide a gearbox and brake fluid extension filler pipe
Years ago I bought a 1 litre bottle of oil. It cam with a semi-flexible pipe attached to the cap. Ever since them, I just refill it from a 20 litre drum whenever I want to top up the gearbox. Remember that you need to be able to see the filler hole to get the correct oil level. I use the same type o...
- Sat Jul 20, 2024 8:40 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Do you have an opinion on Autonomous Vehicles?
- Replies: 13
- Views: 388
Re: Do you have an opinion on Autonomous Vehicles?
We do know, it's no secret, but not published here to avoid them being found by spammers.
- Thu Jul 18, 2024 1:26 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Do you have an opinion on Autonomous Vehicles?
- Replies: 13
- Views: 388
Re: Do you have an opinion on Autonomous Vehicles?
It's interesting to read the opinions, although the purpose of the topic is to find participants for the focus group. Given the number of accidents that occur every year as a result of human failings, would an autonomous vehicle be any worse? How many times do you see human idiots driving too close ...
- Wed Jul 17, 2024 5:40 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Do you have an opinion on Autonomous Vehicles?
- Replies: 13
- Views: 388
Do you have an opinion on Autonomous Vehicles?
We have been approached by the University of Leeds to see whether any of our members would like to participate in a Focus Group discussion Autonomous Vehicles. I shall quote: One of these groups should be recruited from people who are pretty individualistic, very pro cars, but not so positive about ...
- Sat Jul 13, 2024 11:51 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: SNF307K
- Replies: 5
- Views: 217
Re: SNF307K
Contact the MMOC office and ask if they can trace previous owners of the car from club records. If yes, then they will be able to pass your details to any previous owners who are still about. No guarantee of results, but worth a try,
- Sat Jul 13, 2024 11:47 am
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: rear diff temperature normal driving
- Replies: 2
- Views: 144
Re: rear diff temperature normal driving
It probably depends on what temperature is defined as "hot". 40 degrees C, not worried, 85 I would be; but I'm afraid that I don't know what the "normal" is.
- Fri Jul 12, 2024 6:53 pm
- Forum: Electrical
- Topic: converting to 2 speed window wiper
- Replies: 3
- Views: 184
Re: converting to 2 speed window wiper
Are you referring to a 948cc Minor 1000 with one piece windscreen, or the earlier cars? If 948 and If you fit the same motor (from a Mini) as used for the tandem wipers, then the slow speed is slightly slower than the current one and the fast speed is a lot faster. Really worth it if you use the car...
- Thu Jul 11, 2024 9:46 pm
- Forum: Bodywork
- Topic: water proof wood frame
- Replies: 1
- Views: 229
Re: water proof wood frame
Moved from Cars for Sale to Bodywork so that replies can be posted. Put 10 Traveller owners in a room and you'll get at least 12 different answers to your question :roll: To narrow it down a bit, is the car for show or daily use? Is it garaged or kept outside? Do you know what is on there at the mom...
- Tue Jul 02, 2024 9:35 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Compressors
- Replies: 4
- Views: 269
Re: Compressors
Given that the site you quoted is currently giving a 403 error, I would be wary.
- Tue Jul 02, 2024 9:28 pm
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Slight 'growl' under acceleration
- Replies: 13
- Views: 500
Re: Slight 'growl' under acceleration
Have a look at the air filter. Has the intake silencer tube either come loose or fallen off completely? They tend to crack around the joint, and then you get a throaty roar under acceleration.
- Tue Jul 02, 2024 10:54 am
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Stud broke holds choke bracket
- Replies: 5
- Views: 220
Re: Stud broke holds choke bracket
Ah, now I understand. Good job on fitting the spring. The cam acting on the throttle screw is a fast idle device and the operation you describe is completely correct. The screw should be set so that with the choke off, there should be no contact between the screw and cam; the throttle stop screw is ...
- Tue Jul 02, 2024 10:49 am
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Piston pressure check what you think
- Replies: 2
- Views: 153
Re: Piston pressure check what you think
I'd be happy wit those. I would repeat number 2 to see if it gets any closer to the others. As those were dry readings, it would be interesting to add a little oil and repeat all readings to see if there's any significant difference; and check valve clearances on number 2; but nothing of concern.
- Mon Jul 01, 2024 9:43 pm
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Does it do any harm adding a additive even if your heads ben done
- Replies: 2
- Views: 217
Re: Does it do any harm adding a additive even if your heads ben done
It probably depends on what the additive is. If referring to something like Castrol Valvemaster as a lead replacement, then no harm at all in using it. If some of the snake oil miracle cures, then don't waste the money. The modification for using unleaded fuel is hardened valve seats, and the only w...
- Mon Jul 01, 2024 9:35 pm
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Stud broke holds choke bracket
- Replies: 5
- Views: 220
Re: Stud broke holds choke bracket
Sorry, I'm having trouble understanding to which parts you are referring. The choke cable is solid. When you pull on the knob, it lowers the jet to enrich the mixture. When you push the knob in, the jet is raised. There is no return spring involved. The cable passes through the body of the carb, not...
- Mon Jul 01, 2024 6:54 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: National Rally 2024 - Feedback
- Replies: 4
- Views: 406
National Rally 2024 - Feedback
2024 was the first time that we have tried a rally at this location, and so would really like to know what everyone thought. What was good, what was not good? What did you think of the location and site? If yo did not attend, why not, what would attract you to come to a rally? All feedback, good or ...
- Mon Jun 24, 2024 1:48 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: What’s happening at the National Rally?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 572
Re: What’s happening at the National Rally?
Timings:
Gates open 08:00 for Morris Minors.
All Branch Avenue and display cars must be in place by 10:00.
Museum and rally open to general public at 10:00.
Gates open 08:00 for Morris Minors.
All Branch Avenue and display cars must be in place by 10:00.
Museum and rally open to general public at 10:00.