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by Bit of Both
Tue Sep 20, 2016 8:28 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Carb needle
Replies: 3
Views: 1447

Re: Carb needle

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.
by Bit of Both
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...
by Bit of Both
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.
by Bit of Both
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.
by Bit of Both
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
by Bit of Both
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
by Bit of Both
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
by Bit of Both
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
by Bit of Both
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...
by Bit of Both
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.
by Bit of Both
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 ...
by Bit of Both
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
by Bit of Both
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
by Bit of Both
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]Image[/frame]
by Bit of Both
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
by Bit of Both
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
by Bit of Both
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
by Bit of Both
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. :(
by Bit of Both
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
by Bit of Both
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!