Paul H

Just replaced the top vinyl on my Vitesse and refurbed another. New headlining and new top cover for my son’s MGBgt . Any more info you need just let me know Paul

To remove , there are 3 bolts holding rear . Undo from inside and release . Then drag one side at 45 degrees ish and the front section will lease . Do the same with the rear section . Lift off roof covering . Job done Paul

I bought a syringe 200ml added some tubing . Also used for topping up the gearbox and diff Paul

https://www.buzzweld.co.uk/u-pol-raptor-1k-multi-use-bed-liner-aerosol-black-405g-da6650.html? Paul

Check out www.rust.co.uk they offer a range of products together with lots of info about treating rust . Paul

Thanks for info - appreciated . Paul

Thanks Phil , this could work well for me . What was the spec for the Sealey air mover ? Paul

Hi just waiting on delivery of a new SIP 100 litre Compressor after the 3 year old little used SGS one spewed oil everywhere . As a newbie to spraying now looking at air extraction to reduce imperfections like dust , flies etc . Any advice as to suitable equipment . I’m using a single garage to spray and can use existing windows to vent . Any advice welcome Paul Just realised I will have power issues as the compressor will be taking a lot of electricity , it’s a 3hp motor Paul

The sill doesn’t line up with the bonnet and from the pic it’s way out . Is it a case of fettling ( posh word for bending the bonnet section ) and or packing the sill ? Both sides have the bonnet overhang Paul

When I bought my Vitesse the incorrect carbs had been fitted and the diff blew up within 3 miles . The previous owner had fitted a new differential but forgot to fill with oil 😱Welcome to classic car ownership . That was 5 years ago and learnt a lot since then and the most important lesson was to teach myself how to maintain and repair my Vitesse as garage costs are very high and no guarantee that the quality of workmanship is there as I’ve found to my cost . The forum will help you at every stage.

Save you some pennies . When I bought my Vitesse I had the same idea but was quickly and correctly dissuaded Paul

Running 15amp on mine . I know it’s high guess 10 would be ok Paul

You might think twice about twin exhaust . Might be a tad loud plus road clearance could be an issue . Paul

Apart from Haynes , second hand EBay is fine as it will get grubby . The AA Book of the Car is a great intro to how our classics work https://www.wob.com/en-gb/books/m-a-i-technical-ed-jacobson/aa-book-of-the-car/9780903356213? Paul

I’ve fitted a Huco pull type on my Vitesse excellent bit of kit , if you need any info let me know . Paul

When it’s MOT time find a suitable local garage as modern mot chains don’t understand our Triumphs . Your front wheel bearings are tapered and need a degree of play to operate . Tighten them up and they will seize . If you don’t have the gear layout on the gear knob leave a paper show the H box layout . My local garage lets me drive in and I stay with the car assisting the MOT guy doing what he says . He even invites me in the pit to see the underside . Paul

This is the reply I got from Halfords . So you can buy an item and you’re not told it’s out of stock until you try and collect or it doesn’t turn up . Then you get no apology just can we try again . I think not Paul Case reference 17182021 Dear Paul, Thanks for confirming your contact details. Items will stay up on the website when we are due to get more stock. Items are only removed when it is discontinued. If you still want the item, I can take a look and see when the item will be returning?

Didn’t @Gary Flinn suggest this wasn’t a NOS factory bonnet and could have been assembled with NOS panels which is not the same . Paul

I have a sunroof on my Vitesse and don’t have a visor and ok without it . Visors do crop up on EBay and sell for approx £100 subject to condition . The visors normally will have scratches and pitting on the brackets . Visors are not made any more so prices will climb higher . Paul

What starter do you have . I fitted a high torque to my mk 2 Vitesse and the starting difference was significant. I’ve also fitted a Huco fuel pump and this makes for easier starting . The pump is by the battery .

The inhibitor switch is bolted to the side panel Paul

This is where I’ve fitted the Huco on my Vitesse Paul

How many clips for the centre strip . Asking for a friend 😁 Paul

Hi Colin . Do you how many I need for my Vitesse ? Paul

Not sure of the correct terminology . Its the rivet clips securing the chrome trim for the Herald/Vitesse part GHF1461 They seem very expensive is there a workaround ? Paul UPDATE , just seen Canleys at 49 pence each