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by roymck
Sat Oct 19, 2024 5:54 pm
Forum: Series MM Register
Topic: Looking for a MM
Replies: 2
Views: 112755

Looking for a MM

Looking for a nice rust free 2 Door MM . Doesn’t have to be standard . If it’s been welded then welding to a good standard reqd . No patch welding . Must be up and running. Anything about?
by roymck
Thu Jun 06, 2024 8:47 pm
Forum: Series MM Register
Topic: Is it a lowlight
Replies: 2
Views: 86947

Re: Is it a lowlight

Thinking about buying it , But! Fake ?
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by roymck
Thu Jun 06, 2024 8:24 pm
Forum: Series MM Register
Topic: Is it a lowlight
Replies: 2
Views: 86947

Is it a lowlight

What chassis number did the lowlights tourer finish at . April 51 with chassis number SMM 93424 was exported to USA and returned . Should it be a lowlight ? Thanks .
by roymck
Mon Nov 17, 2014 8:08 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Solid heater water pipes
Replies: 18
Views: 6693

Re: Solid heater water pipes

Well thanks to all the kind people that PM.d me with the offer of a suitable heater pipe ,somebody sent me one F.O.C so its now sorted . Many thanks. I just wanted to get hold of a heater pipe, I don't think being lectured about irrelevant issues is reqd. Just to note we may both be called Roy but w...
by roymck
Thu Nov 13, 2014 10:34 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Solid heater water pipes
Replies: 18
Views: 6693

Solid heater water pipes AKA how to reply to threads

Instead of wasting my time and yours here a tip on how to post on a thread. Hi Roy , yes I know what it is you are after, I have one but don't want to sell it but here is a picture of what it looks like. Why didn't you say that in you first reply instead of rambling on , I don't believe you have one.
by roymck
Thu Nov 13, 2014 7:19 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Solid heater water pipes
Replies: 18
Views: 6693

Re: Solid heater water pipes

Bmcecosse and sorry I don't know you real name. Once again you post your opinion that is not relevant to the thread , My car runs extremely well on twin SU's as did tens of thousands of BMC cars also did during period. Just for the sake of trying to find a suitable copper heater return pipe you reco...
by roymck
Wed Nov 12, 2014 6:07 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Solid heater water pipes
Replies: 18
Views: 6693

Re: Solid heater water pipes

15mm copper pipe is really too large to fit to 1/2 rubber heater hose , yes it can be made to fit but its bad engineering practice and not recommended although I could make up the 15mm copper pipe I would be unable to make the copper pipe bend tight enough at the front edge. Yes the car is modified ...
by roymck
Wed Nov 12, 2014 9:25 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Solid heater water pipes
Replies: 18
Views: 6693

Re: Solid heater water pipes

That's want I need type A .. 90dg from bottom hose then along side manifold then 90dg up to rubber hose join , NOT the type that goes over t/stat housing .

ANYBODY GOT ONE ?

Thanks Roy
by roymck
Mon Nov 10, 2014 7:52 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Solid heater water pipes
Replies: 18
Views: 6693

Re: Solid heater water pipes

I could use rubber pipe but the metal hose is neater, so that's what I am trying to achieve .
by roymck
Mon Nov 10, 2014 6:04 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Solid heater water pipes
Replies: 18
Views: 6693

Solid heater water pipes

The solid water pipe that goes from the bottom hose over the inlet manifold to the heater rubber flexible hose comes in various shapes. How many different types are there and did they differ according to engine sizes? I have fitted twin carbs and the existing copper tube now hits on the top of the m...
by roymck
Fri Aug 29, 2014 7:49 pm
Forum: Bodywork
Topic: Convertible conversion split screen
Replies: 3
Views: 1778

Re: Convertible conversion split screen

Mmmm Obviously not.
by roymck
Mon Aug 25, 2014 7:41 pm
Forum: Bodywork
Topic: Convertible conversion split screen
Replies: 3
Views: 1778

Convertible conversion split screen

Is there a kit of parts available for converting a split screen to a convertible . I believe the hood is different ? Anybody done a conversion?

Thanks Roy
by roymck
Wed Jan 08, 2014 3:39 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: 5 speed box clutch
Replies: 1
Views: 988

5 speed box clutch

Need a new clutch centre plate for a 1275 to ford type 9 5 speed conversion. I think these are specially made so who stocks spares for this conversion.

Thanks Roy
by roymck
Wed Oct 02, 2013 9:15 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: 1275 onto 803 gearbox
Replies: 12
Views: 3868

Re: 1275 onto 803 gearbox

Whats wrong with keeping the 1275 flywheel , it fits the engine . Is it the clutch that's the problem?
by roymck
Wed Oct 02, 2013 5:45 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: 1275 onto 803 gearbox
Replies: 12
Views: 3868

Re: 1275 onto 803 gearbox

Doesn't the 1275 flywheel have different fixings 6 bolts instead of 4 as used on the 803 948 and 1098 ..
by roymck
Wed Oct 02, 2013 6:30 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: 1275 onto 803 gearbox
Replies: 12
Views: 3868

1275 onto 803 gearbox

Due to the 948 engine unexpectedly expiring I need to fit a replacement engine a bit sharpish . I know its not advised as yes the gearbox wont last long, but I need to fit a spare 1275 Sprite engine onto the 803 box as a temp fix . Has anybody done it, I know the 1098cc clutch has clearance problems...
by roymck
Mon Sep 09, 2013 6:36 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Toyota 5 speed conversions
Replies: 9
Views: 7656

Toyota 5 speed conversions

I have been given a unused kit of parts for a 5 Speed conversion to fit a Toyota box to a Morris 1000 . I think this was bought from the Morris Minor Centre at Bath many years ago .Was this the same kit offered by Rooster racing? I have been told they stopped making the kit as Toyota boxes were hard...
by roymck
Sat Jan 29, 2011 8:25 am
Forum: Bodywork
Topic: Split screen Convertible conversion
Replies: 2
Views: 1131

Split screen Convertible conversion

What companies do a split screen convertible conversion kit , and should i do it , might save me replacing the headlining. Any thoughts . Thanks Roy