Hi
The needle seem to just have gotten stiff as I haven't driven it for some time. Problem was that the choke will move it down. It however stayed down even after choke was closed.
Some oil and open and closing it a few times and alls well.
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- Tue Sep 20, 2016 8:28 am
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Carb needle
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1447
- Mon Sep 19, 2016 7:08 pm
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Carb needle
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1447
Carb needle
Hi I took my Morris out for a spin today. The engine did not sound happy at all. Eventually it cut out and simply did not want to start. I then checked that there were spark. Found great spark. Then checked for fuel in the carb. All fine. By pure luck I noticed that the needle moved down. What can c...
- Wed Aug 12, 2015 8:20 am
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Oil leak
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2129
Re: Oil leak
Hi
The engine was totally rebuilt. Where can I source the cover with a tin can 'catch pot' pointing upward?
I did check the pie and it is clean.
The engine was totally rebuilt. Where can I source the cover with a tin can 'catch pot' pointing upward?
I did check the pie and it is clean.
- Tue Aug 11, 2015 10:26 am
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Oil leak
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2129
Re: Oil leak
Nope dripping out of pipe and covers are dry.
- Tue Aug 11, 2015 10:02 am
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Oil leak
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2129
Oil leak
Hi
What can I do to stop oil leaking out of the tappet cover pipe. (on side of engine)
Every time I stop there is oil leaking out of this pipe.
Thanks
What can I do to stop oil leaking out of the tappet cover pipe. (on side of engine)
Every time I stop there is oil leaking out of this pipe.
Thanks
- Thu Jul 23, 2015 11:01 am
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: stop leak oil addertive
- Replies: 28
- Views: 7575
Re: stop leak oil addertive
If I may join this discussion - I have oil dripping from the pipe that exists the side cover of the engine.
What can I do to fix this?
Thank you
What can I do to fix this?
Thank you
- Thu Jul 23, 2015 9:17 am
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: engine id plate rivets
- Replies: 7
- Views: 4241
Re: engine id plate rivets
Hi
My srews were cut of when the machinng of the engine was done.
How do I get them out to replace with new ones?
Thank you
My srews were cut of when the machinng of the engine was done.
How do I get them out to replace with new ones?
Thank you
- Wed Nov 13, 2013 10:18 am
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Leaking dampers
- Replies: 2
- Views: 996
Leaking dampers
Hi
Can anyone tell me what can be done to repair leaking dampers? Is there a kit that one can use to repair these dampers?
Thanks
Can anyone tell me what can be done to repair leaking dampers? Is there a kit that one can use to repair these dampers?
Thanks
- Fri Nov 01, 2013 6:19 am
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Engine setup
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1018
Engine setup
Hi I need advice regarding my 948 engine. My engine was rebuilt with new pistons, ring, bearings and valves, air filter, spark plugs, and points/condenser. If I set my timing according to the manual she runs fine but has two problems. The first is that she would cut out as soon as you take your foot...
- Mon Oct 21, 2013 6:00 pm
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Water leak
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1329
Re: Water leak
I have tried that - did it myself to check it.
- Mon Oct 21, 2013 3:11 pm
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Water leak
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1329
Water leak
Hi I have just had my engine rebuilt with new pistons, rings, bearings and all gaskets. I battled to start the engine until I discovered that the timing was way out. There were a lot of bangs before starting. On closer inspection I discovered that there is water coming out of the cylinder head bold ...
- Tue Oct 08, 2013 7:02 am
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Torque settings for engine
- Replies: 3
- Views: 3522
Re: Torque settings for engine
Hi
Thank you for the information. Those were the ones I thought had to be right.
Regards
Rob
Thank you for the information. Those were the ones I thought had to be right.
Regards
Rob
- Mon Oct 07, 2013 9:51 am
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Torque settings for engine
- Replies: 3
- Views: 3522
Torque settings for engine
Hi
Can anyone help me with the different torque settings for a 948 engine? I am in the process of assembling the engine as soon as I have all the parts back from machining.
Thanks
Rob
Can anyone help me with the different torque settings for a 948 engine? I am in the process of assembling the engine as soon as I have all the parts back from machining.
Thanks
Rob
- Thu Sep 26, 2013 11:39 am
- Forum: Restoration Projects
- Topic: Boris 1964 2 door saloon
- Replies: 153
- Views: 42554
Re: Boris 1964 2 door saloon
I replaced the inner bushes of my Morris yesterday. The rubber bushes was however almost none existent.[frame]
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- Tue Sep 17, 2013 6:20 pm
- Forum: Restoration Projects
- Topic: Boris 1964 2 door saloon
- Replies: 153
- Views: 42554
Re: Boris 1964 2 door saloon
Thank you for this visual demonstration. I will now also be replacing the bushes on my car. I have replaced all but these.
Regards
Rob
Regards
Rob
- Wed Sep 11, 2013 3:21 pm
- Forum: Bodywork
- Topic: Scratches on side windows
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2239
Re: Scratches on side windows
Hi
Thank you very much for the information. The scratches do not seem to be too deep.
I am definitely going to try it.
Regards
Robert
Thank you very much for the information. The scratches do not seem to be too deep.
I am definitely going to try it.
Regards
Robert
- Mon Sep 09, 2013 3:50 pm
- Forum: Bodywork
- Topic: Scratches on side windows
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2239
Scratches on side windows
Hi
Can anyone give me some advice on how to remove surface scratches on the side windows of my Morris?
Thanks
Can anyone give me some advice on how to remove surface scratches on the side windows of my Morris?
Thanks
- Wed Aug 14, 2013 7:14 am
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Ticking speedo.
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2681
Re: Ticking speedo.
Hi
I am experiencing the same problem. I have however fitted a new cable recently.
I am experiencing the same problem. I have however fitted a new cable recently.
- Thu Jul 25, 2013 7:13 am
- Forum: Bodywork
- Topic: Colour of panel vans
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1016
Colour of panel vans
Hi
Can anyone tell me whether the Morris panel van was painted in the same colours as what the cars were painted?
Thanks
Can anyone tell me whether the Morris panel van was painted in the same colours as what the cars were painted?
Thanks
- Wed Jun 12, 2013 10:22 am
- Forum: Restoration Projects
- Topic: Getting Ernie Back On The Road....
- Replies: 21
- Views: 9462
Re: Getting Ernie Back On The Road....
Wow that looks great!