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by davehh68
Mon Nov 13, 2006 12:32 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Engine noise- head gasket?
Replies: 2
Views: 876

Engine noise- head gasket?

I'm trying to track down the source of a new engine noise..our Morris had recently been getting hot and running on after a bit of motorway use, although not overheating. Resetting the ignition timing and some lead replacement additive has stopped this, but there is now what I would describe as a har...
by davehh68
Wed Jun 22, 2005 12:47 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: telescopic dampers
Replies: 24
Views: 3909

RE: Re: Oil for Dampers

Cam, Willie et all. Thanks for the info and advice. The rear pivot pins are intact so a return to standard looks a relatively straightforward task. I notice from looking at some other messages that lowered cars often had Marina torsion bars fitted also, is it possible to find out if this has been do...
by davehh68
Wed Jun 15, 2005 8:11 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: telescopic dampers
Replies: 24
Views: 3909

telescopic dampers

Hi <BR><BR>I have just acquired a 1964 saloon that has been lowered by about 2" and fitted with telescopic dampers front and rear. I would like to return the car to its normal road height as I live in an area surrounded by speed bumps. Can I use the same dampers or will the travel be incorrect,...