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Re: Newbie and looking for help
Posted: Sun Feb 22, 2015 10:03 pm
by mogbob
Turn the ignition to the ON position to get the fuel pump operating, turn the key one more position ( against the spring resistance ) to operate the starter motor.Release the pressure immediately the engine kicks into life.
Don't leave the ignition on, when working on the car, for any longer than necessary.If you do, you will " cook " the coil.Just a minute or two won't harm it...but any longer and the odds of causing lasting damage increases.
Bob
Re: Newbie and looking for help
Posted: Sun Feb 22, 2015 11:03 pm
by Morris Minor 61
Ok thanks a lot
Re: Newbie and looking for help
Posted: Sun Feb 22, 2015 11:07 pm
by bmcecosse
Oh dear - there's a steep learning curve ahead I fear........ But no worries - plenty of help on here!
Re: Newbie and looking for help
Posted: Mon Feb 23, 2015 12:30 am
by Morris Minor 61
I've never came across a car with an ignition like that and I'm use to minis
Re: Newbie and looking for help
Posted: Mon Feb 23, 2015 7:37 am
by kennatt
Morris Minor 61 wrote:I've never came across a car with an ignition like that and I'm use to minis
sorry not quite sure what you mean there.
Re: Newbie and looking for help
Posted: Mon Feb 23, 2015 7:58 am
by ManyMinors
If this Minor is a '61 it'll have a "pull" starter switch won't it
Yes, the ignition (key) switch has to be turned on before the engine will start.
A local garage or motor factor should be able to sell you a length of rubber fuel hose of the correct diameter quite cheaply. You can then cut it to the correct length. Get some correct clips for it at the same time.