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by rellarby
Sun Jun 26, 2011 6:03 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: Minor convertible
Replies: 9
Views: 2898

Minor convertible

I am intending to fit a new roof on my convertible (1962). I am receiving conflicting advice on which type of material to use, some say double duck, others mohair and even vinyl. advice please. The car is in good condition and I want to fit a reasonable quality and durable roof. The roof spends 90% ...
by rellarby
Thu May 19, 2005 6:35 pm
Forum: Bodywork
Topic: MOT failure - Welding
Replies: 30
Views: 13727

Thanks everyone for your very helpful comments, I can see that I have started several debates on welding v brazing, interpretation of the MOT regulations and competency of MOT Testing stations. As I intend to keep the car for a long time (it is in very good nick), I am going to take it to classic ca...
by rellarby
Wed May 18, 2005 8:10 pm
Forum: Bodywork
Topic: MOT failure - Welding
Replies: 30
Views: 13727

MOT failure - Welding

I am looking for advice from other members who may have experienced the same or a similar problem. A year ago I bought a MM convertible in excellent condition with a full years MOT. Today I took it for its MOT only to be told that it had failed on welding, the reason given is that the welds were not...
by rellarby
Sat Jul 03, 2004 8:09 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: seat belts
Replies: 4
Views: 2169

Thanks for your advice Ray, two front seat belts (inertia reel) fitted and working fine.
by rellarby
Thu Jul 01, 2004 8:59 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: seat belts
Replies: 4
Views: 2169

Thanks Ray found it, may have a problem though because inertia reel must be fitted vertically, using top rail will probably leave it on an angle. also do you know the bolt size I should use.
by rellarby
Thu Jul 01, 2004 8:10 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: seat belts
Replies: 4
Views: 2169

seat belts

I am fitting inertia reel seat belts to the front of my 1963 convertible and cannot figure out how to fix the shoulder fixing without welding a nut on to the door post and spoiling the interior paintwork which is in excellent condition.