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Oil and locking device advice

Posted: Fri Aug 12, 2016 8:13 pm
by Clare45
I've just become the very proud owner of a 1958 Morris Minor convertible. It has been fully restored.
Can anyone recommend what type and brand of oil to use?

I would also like to get a locking device for the car.

Any recommendations on either of those greatly appreciated
Thank you :D

Re: Oil and locking device advice

Posted: Fri Aug 12, 2016 8:32 pm
by panky
A decent 20/50 oil for the engine and gearbox, Halfords classic 20/50 is good but I use Comma oil from my local motor factors - it's just as good and half the price :)
For security I use a Disclock, it clamps around the steering wheel and is a very good visual deterrent as well as being extremely difficult to remove without a key, if you do decide to get one then the large size is needed to fit the standard Minor steering. Also a secret switch to isolate the ignition will often baffle a potential thief :wink:

Re: Oil and locking device advice

Posted: Sat Aug 13, 2016 10:44 am
by bmcecosse
You DO want a secret switch - but not necessarily on the Ignition which is too obvious and too easily by-passed by any worthwhile thief. It is an absolute MUST for every Morris Minor.

Re: Oil and locking device advice

Posted: Wed Aug 17, 2016 12:56 pm
by Brian in Saudi
Or the old wartime standby: remove the rotor arm.

Assuming you do not have electronic ignition that is. If so, swapping the plug leads around works.

Re: Oil and locking device advice

Posted: Wed Aug 17, 2016 4:25 pm
by amgrave
That's what I do swoop two of the leads over when parked up and I don't mark them in firing order either.

Re: Oil and locking device advice

Posted: Wed Aug 17, 2016 6:17 pm
by dalebrignall
just put the other ignition lead in your pocket