Morris Minor Owners Club

Thanks for your replies. I don't think that the choke staying open is the problem, as you can see it shutting, but it is certainly worth me checking inside the carb. Also the fact that it happens suddenly I suspect would not point to this. I guess the only way to check the coil is to try another one...

My moggie has developed a problem. It starts fine, and drives well for the first half mile or so. Then the engine cuts out, and although restarts easily, cuts out again as soon as you lift the clutch and make it work. My guess is that it may be the head gasket, but the oil and water look good, with ...