Morris Minor Owners Club

Lovely to see someone giving a bit of TLC to a sad shell of a car.

I didn't realise you could buy the vinyl and I am encouraged by seeing someone respray in their garden. I don't have the luxury of a garage so i will certainly have a go myself when the time comes.

They look lovely and bright.

I think I might have a go myself. There is only so much old dirt you can clean off the vinyl!!

How about Mabel?

Oh I forgot to say that there is a strange slow ticking noise coming from somewhere in the front when the engine is running.

I have been trying to remember if this is normal (I had a Traveller many years ago) but I can't remember!!!

Julie

Hi there,

When I press the floor switch to put on the main beam the headlights go out completely.

Also the fuel gauge doesnt go above half full even thought I have filled George up.

Anyone has any ideas about either problem?

Julie

Brilliant idea Matt.

I could get enough sweets in there to keep the convoy going!

davidmiles wrote:the seat bare metal frame wire brushed off to get rid of loose surface rust, followed here, by a coat of hammerite rust eating gel.[frame][/frame]

Ooh I am glad I picked the same gel!!!!

ASL642 wrote:Sweets for 6 hours = bigger ashtray!

Hmm, you could be right.

May have to rethink this!!!

I am coming from Braunton, North Devon EX33 2PA. Would love to join the convoy but I don't know if I can guarantee being at a particular point at a particular time. I think it is going to take me about 6 hours if I can get George to chug along at 50. Also meeting family who are joining me for the we...

Hi, Whereabouts is Christow? It is not a place I know. I have only been a member for a few weeks but have learned lots on here. Everyone is very friendly and helpful and nearly every aspect of restoration is here. You just have to spend a few hours going through all the threads! I am trying to grapp...

What a lovely car.

Do you think the mileage is genuine? Surely it must be 129,000?

I don't know much about the Oxford. I assume the engine is not original!!

caught a fish

This topic is making me nervous.

The thought that someone might steal George mortifies me.

Are low lifes really interested in them?

Perhaps I should be thinking about an alarm. I like the sound of what alainmoran has done but I don't understand it!!!

Oh Poor George. He has those horrible headlight peaks!!! I haven't worked out what use they are yet and it makes the car look like it is trying to be American!! Did they have a purpose? Can't think of any reason why you would want them on your car!! One of my jobs to do is to take them off. Sorry if...

[quote="ASL642"]It's amazing what a bucket of warm soapy water and something like Cif/Mr Muscle can do to the interior. /quote]

OOOH I will have to get the marigolds out!!!

Try Tim Lang (Taunton) http://www.minormagic.co.uk/www.carrestorationuk.co.uk 01823 461 861 They offer everything from MOT to a full restoration service. Thank you ASL642. I happened to be in Taunton on Friday and went in to see Tim. Had a good chat and I was well impressed with his welding. (I kno...

Hi there,

I was just wondering if there are any active members in the North Devon area?

Am I the only one? I see a couple of travellers around here but I haven't seen any other Moggys.

Are George and I here on our own?

It would be nice to meet up.

How about Norman or Ralph x

I do agree that 1500 is stupidly low as chris and ray pointed out. Personally i believe less than 10,000 is not a car used on a regular basis, and therefor not a 'working' minor. I disagree. At the moment until George is fully functional I am driving a 2001 Rover 25! I barely do 2,000 miles in it b...

ASL642 wrote:You can enter George in either the 2dr or 4dr classes (not certain which he is) On the Sunday (judging day) you will be shown where to park him. If you wish to be judged just leave your bonnet open.

Thank you.