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by Alex Macmillan
Wed May 10, 2023 2:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Engine Cutting Out
Replies: 28
Views: 6428

Re: Engine Cutting Out

As promised, here's an update on the problem. Tilly is now back from my local "magician's workshop" with a very sore smacked bottom! It turned out that it was the electronic ignition module that was causing the problem (Lumenition). Having bought the car from Charles Ware in October 2021, ...
by Alex Macmillan
Tue May 02, 2023 3:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Engine Cutting Out
Replies: 28
Views: 6428

Re: Engine Cutting Out

With my limited knowledge (enhanced of course by members on here!), and my lack of ability l am now totally flummoxed. "Tilly" will be going to my local classic car magician - over 50 years experience - next week for a proper diagnosis and smacked bottom! Once she has recovered, I will let...
by Alex Macmillan
Wed Apr 26, 2023 10:57 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Engine Cutting Out
Replies: 28
Views: 6428

Re: Engine Cutting Out

I am taking all the points made on board. It's slow progress at the moment due to it being a bit too cold to work outside -it was -0.2 overnight here in the Highlands. I have however ordered and awaiting a float bowl kit from ESM. I will let you all know the outcome one way or another.
by Alex Macmillan
Sun Apr 23, 2023 11:25 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Engine Cutting Out
Replies: 28
Views: 6428

Re: Engine Cutting Out

Again thanks for all the helpful info posted. In the interim I have just changed the fuel pump and coil but the problem still persists! For instance, on initial start up the engine runs fine. On allowing the car to tick over at rest, after about 30 seconds it just cuts out. Start again, same symptom...
by Alex Macmillan
Sat Apr 01, 2023 6:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Engine Cutting Out
Replies: 28
Views: 6428

Re: Engine Cutting Out

Indicators still work during engine cut out time. I thought that if it was fuel related, the engine might have stuttered rather than cut out abruptly.
Again thanks for all the pointers
by Alex Macmillan
Sat Apr 01, 2023 1:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Engine Cutting Out
Replies: 28
Views: 6428

Re: Engine Cutting Out

Thanks for advice. Will carry out checks and monitor situation. The problem mainly occurs after a short, 3-4 weeks, lack of activity. After a run out, Tilly behaves herself. Perhaps it's damp?
by Alex Macmillan
Sat Apr 01, 2023 12:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Engine Cutting Out
Replies: 28
Views: 6428

Engine Cutting Out

Following on from Dotty's car not starting: my 1275cc, electronic ignition, negative earth car, starts and runs for a short while then suddenly dies and then picks up again. Its definitely an electrical problem as, when it dies (sometimes in an embarrassing traffic situation) the electronic rev coun...
by Alex Macmillan
Wed Nov 09, 2022 3:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Traveller Rear Window sliding channels
Replies: 3
Views: 640

Re: Traveller Rear Window sliding channels

Thanks for the replies. Much appreciated.
by Alex Macmillan
Mon Nov 07, 2022 2:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Traveller Rear Window sliding channels
Replies: 3
Views: 640

Traveller Rear Window sliding channels

I am in the process of replacing all the sliding window channels in my Traveller. Windows are out and have cleaned out the drain holes in the lower wood sections. Is it necessary/advisable to make corresponding holes in the new lower channels before fixing?
by Alex Macmillan
Tue Oct 04, 2022 12:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Engine identification plate
Replies: 7
Views: 541

Re: Engine identification plate

Great advice and information from this knowledgeable forum.
by Alex Macmillan
Thu Sep 29, 2022 2:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Engine identification plate
Replies: 7
Views: 541

Re: Engine identification plate

Excellent response. Thank you.
by Alex Macmillan
Thu Sep 29, 2022 11:37 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Engine identification plate
Replies: 7
Views: 541

Engine identification plate

My Traveller had a Marina 1275 engine fitted when I bought it 6 months ago. I have noticed that the engine identification plate is missing, although I do know the number from paperwork. Is there a way that a new plate can be obtained, stamped with the correct number for installation?
by Alex Macmillan
Sun Sep 25, 2022 4:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Traveller Rear Window wipers
Replies: 4
Views: 332

Re: Traveller Rear Window wipers

I have now binned the idea - too difficult!
by Alex Macmillan
Sun Sep 11, 2022 1:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Traveller Rear Window wipers
Replies: 4
Views: 332

Re: Traveller Rear Window wipers

Thanks for the info. I am currently looking at using Mini Clubman rear door wipers as they are "handed". Anyone have any thoughts?
by Alex Macmillan
Fri Sep 09, 2022 4:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Traveller Rear Window wipers
Replies: 4
Views: 332

Traveller Rear Window wipers

Has anyone installed rear window/doors wipers? If so, how easy/difficult?
by Alex Macmillan
Thu May 12, 2022 9:02 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Steering Wheel lock nut
Replies: 5
Views: 445

Re: Steering Wheel lock nut

Thanks again for all the advice. Much appreciated.
by Alex Macmillan
Wed May 11, 2022 3:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Steering Wheel lock nut
Replies: 5
Views: 445

Re: Steering Wheel lock nut

You are a star Phil! Thanks.
by Alex Macmillan
Wed May 11, 2022 3:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Steering Wheel lock nut
Replies: 5
Views: 445

Steering Wheel lock nut

Can someone please tell me the correct size socket for the steering wheel lock nut? I wonder if a metric size is close enough as that would probably be easier to obtain?
by Alex Macmillan
Wed Mar 09, 2022 2:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Column mounted combined flasher/dip/horn/indicator stalk
Replies: 3
Views: 457

Column mounted combined flasher/dip/horn/indicator stalk

Has anyone on here installed a modified stalk for all the titled functions? If so, can I have details?