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- Thu Apr 25, 2024 12:27 pm
- Forum: Bodywork
- Topic: Relocating rear spring hangers
- Replies: 5
- Views: 299
Re: Relocating rear spring hangers
Hello Phil, it’s cross checking BMC measurements that’s lead to the decision to act. First spotted when looking at rear wheel not being central in the rear wheel arch, thanks, John
- Thu Apr 25, 2024 12:06 pm
- Forum: Bodywork
- Topic: Relocating rear spring hangers
- Replies: 5
- Views: 299
Re: Relocating rear spring hangers
Thanks for your early response Stephen, I have replaced the area behind the fuel tank so strength is there. I think the sequence is: (assuming front wheels chocked) - remove hanger pin nuts - block rear to begin to take weight - 2nd jack under rear axle to take weight and allow careful lowering of s...
- Thu Apr 25, 2024 10:48 am
- Forum: Bodywork
- Topic: Relocating rear spring hangers
- Replies: 5
- Views: 299
Relocating rear spring hangers
Some time ago a local welder replaced the O/S spring hanger (that one under the seat). I replaced the N/S in line with the O/S. I’ve since found that the rear axle is approx 25mm further back than it should be! I intend to replace both again. Without removing the whole axle what’s the simplest way t...
- Thu Nov 05, 2020 2:24 pm
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Smiths Emission Control Valve (ECV)
- Replies: 17
- Views: 4190
Re: Smiths Emission Control Valve (ECV)
I failed to include a pic of the 1 and 1/2” carb and ECV upon installation but I’ve shown a pic of a similar installation. (Bottom pic) On mine there was insufficient space for the air inlet pipe and the fuel pump had to be moved. Since then I’ve moved the air inlet facing the front of the car but y...
- Sat Oct 10, 2020 2:07 pm
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Smiths Emission Control Valve (ECV)
- Replies: 17
- Views: 4190
- Sat May 02, 2020 11:58 am
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Original reclining seat frame/drawings
- Replies: 17
- Views: 5406
Re: Original reclining seat frame/drawings
Ebay is a good source but beware these are handed left and right and I received two of the same and had to replace one so a false economy!
- Sat May 02, 2020 11:58 am
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Original reclining seat frame/drawings
- Replies: 17
- Views: 5406
Re: Original reclining seat frame/drawings
Ebay is a good source but beware these are handed left and right and I received two of the same and had to replace one so a false economy!
- Fri May 01, 2020 6:45 pm
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Original reclining seat frame/drawings
- Replies: 17
- Views: 5406
Re: Original reclining seat frame/drawings
It’s on a considerable list of to do’s and will post pics when done
- Sat Mar 28, 2020 9:26 am
- Forum: Electrical
- Topic: Battery and charger
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1113
Re: Battery and charger
Thanks for prompt reply! Best wishes, John
- Sat Mar 28, 2020 8:54 am
- Forum: Electrical
- Topic: Battery and charger
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1113
Battery and charger
I need to charge my Morris’s battery which is a negative earth vehicle. So the red cable is on the positive terminal and the earth cable on the negative terminal. I’ve a senior moment or three - just to check that I should connect the red charger clip to the red battery terminal likewise the black? ...
- Sun Mar 15, 2020 11:15 am
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Adaptations for disabled drivers
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1202
Re: Adaptations for disabled drivers
Yes I will need to go to a specialist fitter but I’m interested in members experience as well. I can’t be the only one! Thanks, John
- Sun Mar 15, 2020 8:28 am
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Adaptations for disabled drivers
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1202
Adaptations for disabled drivers
Are there any members who have had adaptations to their Morris Minor because of leg amputation? I’ve just had the op done (right leg) and don’t want to stop driving our Morris. Let me know please, thanks, John
- Sat Mar 14, 2020 10:00 pm
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Original reclining seat frame/drawings
- Replies: 17
- Views: 5406
Re: Original reclining seat frame/drawings
I have yet to complete this work but the only difference between standard covers and recliners are the parts of covers that go down the sides of the rear squab. As usual with Newton they are beautifully made and faithful to the originals in that there is a carpet strip to lower rear of the rear squa...
- Wed Oct 02, 2019 3:14 pm
- Forum: Electrical
- Topic: Battery induced corrosion
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1507
Re: Battery induced corrosion
Many thanks for replies, the clamp was indeed close to the terminal so have radiused that as suggested, cleaned up and applied Vaseline so hope that works regards John
- Wed Oct 02, 2019 1:16 pm
- Forum: Electrical
- Topic: Battery induced corrosion
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1507
Re: Battery induced corrosion
Missed pic off
- Wed Oct 02, 2019 1:13 pm
- Forum: Electrical
- Topic: Battery induced corrosion
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1507
Battery induced corrosion
Found an accumulation of salts (?) between the positive terminal and battery retaining clamp see pic. I’ve cleaned this up but wonder what’s causing it, no leakage from terminal or cells can be seen? Thanks John
PS it’s negative earthed
PS it’s negative earthed
- Sun Feb 03, 2019 7:58 pm
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Original reclining seat frame/drawings
- Replies: 17
- Views: 5406
Re: Original reclining seat frame/drawings
Excellent thank you they look the same as the MGBs which I have aquired, regards, John
- Fri Feb 01, 2019 11:36 pm
- Forum: Other
- Topic: Original reclining seat frame/drawings
- Replies: 17
- Views: 5406
Re: Original reclining seat frame/drawings
Excellent thanks for sight of. Some pics would be good too particularly of the handles? Mine were missing and would like the same pattern. I’ve bought new covers made by Newton and they have the correct carpet trim to the lower rear of the squab. Thanks, John
- Mon Dec 24, 2018 12:19 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: MOT Exemption
- Replies: 18
- Views: 4107
Re: MOT Exemption
Mine has been MOT’d this year and will be every year. I’m good mechanically and electrically but don’t have the knowledge regarding chassis/bodywork. The answer of course is to replace rust damaged areas when they appear but I’m not always sure what is load bearing and what is not. Happy Christmas o...
- Sun Dec 23, 2018 4:00 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Everything that worried us re new Mot
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2352
Everything that worried us re new Mot
See link re car stopped for being in a dangerous condition despite being Mot exempt, not good
https://www.edp24.co.uk/news/crime/a47- ... letterlink
https://www.edp24.co.uk/news/crime/a47- ... letterlink