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by E J W Harrison
Thu Jun 20, 2013 5:03 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: Minor 1000 coping with MOT Roller Brake Test
Replies: 26
Views: 6822

Re: Minor 1000 coping with MOT Roller Brake Test

Thanks, both for your ideas. Having exchanged one of the shoes of the LHF brake for the same shoe on the RHF brake, miraculously the brake balance appears to have been improved and the car has now achieved an 'MOT pass' This was the tip from the Morris Minor owners club website. This is still strang...
by E J W Harrison
Tue Jun 18, 2013 9:55 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: Minor 1000 coping with MOT Roller Brake Test
Replies: 26
Views: 6822

Re: Minor 1000 coping with MOT Roller Brake Test

Just had a recorded brake failure on 1960 2 door saloon due to imbalance (at a different testing station). Brakes are in very good condition with all cylinders operating (no leaks)and fully bedded and adjusted shoes.The car has never before failed a braking test! Have been advised to de-adjust front...