Paul H
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17 minutes ago, Badwolf said:
Hi Maggs - After 4 years I am still asking stupid questions (and giving stupid answers that aren't wanted!!), but this forum has saved me a fortune and several members (yes, you know who you are), have saved my sanity, well what was left. You are in good hands here, I know that I am. Stick around and enjoy the ride. Oh, and don't assume that just because a topic doesn't initially interest you, stick with it, threads have a habit of wandering off into the most strange and interesting areas, some are even legal!!
Same here and I’ve been here 5 years 😱
Paul
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Bought this can , described as panel wipe . I now have “fisheye “ and don’t know if it’s contaminated air or Im using the wrong product as panel wipe
Paul
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Saw this product in Toolstation and a possible use in bonding metal . Cost was about £12. I haven’t tried this product
Checked on www ct1.com and found this Video ( not to all tastes ) https://youtu.be/AoZuA0ATw4Y
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2 hours ago, daverclasper said:
Maybe depends on the finish you want?
Replacing the veneer will be a pro job because of all the contours of the capping ?
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Assuming you don’t replace the veneer do you use wood stain before applying varnish
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Just had my Vitesse MOT’d. All went went well until invited down the pit to see a nycrolock nut missing off the bolt going through the front shocker securing it to the lower wishbone . The mot guy then found a 7/16 af replacement and all’s well with another 12 months mot .
We need a list of MOT stations who understand our cars .
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What’s the best procedure to refurb the passenger door capping on my Vitesse , the pic shows the worst section where a layer is peeling . Does that mean the capping were originally veneered
Paul
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11 minutes ago, Gary Flinn said:
I would recommend either Dynax S50 or Dinitrol 3125 Rust Proofing fluids
I've used both previously on my current classic and the Dinitrol on all my previous Triumphs
Best to warm the cans up in a bucket of hot water for half an hour or so before application, the Dynax S50 is available in larger 750 ML Aerosol cans and they come with a long wand/lance so you can apply into all area of the box sections
If treating a chassis on its own best to turn it over after application and do all the area's again so you ensure full coverage
Its a very messy job so paper overalls, gloves and eye protection are a must and put something underneath to catch the excess as it runs out!
Another vote for Bilthamber products
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Might have got a mate to front the bid hoping the lambs will follow , it’s cheap selling fees in relation to its selling price £45 if I’ve read it correctly
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56 minutes ago, Colin Lindsay said:
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/154578930782?hash=item23fd9f4c5e:g:WoIAAOSwSwthE6g9
Well it's back, but reduced.
It’s received a bid
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I fitted this hi level light on my Vitesse
see my post 2/3rds on the way down
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I used an air pressure switch from a Hoover washing machine connected to the original push button to operate the electric washers.
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Is it time to consider whether the whole site is fit for purpose as it looks like it’s a standalone solution that has developed over the years . Maybe an epos online solution should be considered like Shopify or even Wix .
If this isn’t practical then removing the moving graphics and having black text on a white background would be an improvement. I used to check prices with the TSSC shop but don’t bother now because the site is so clunky . Having dual pricing complicates the purchasing exercise . Does dual pricing make money for you . I did a quick check on SEO ( search engine optimisation ) and there are issues which will affect your Google ranking eg no H tags . My apologies if this is incorrect . It’s some time since I last did SEO . Lastly the delivery charges appear high compared other suppliers.
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8 minutes ago, Pete Lewis said:
i still cant get my head round the rattling fit 1/2nd hub i would have bet on my knees the two boxes centre hub was different
it keeps me awake for 5 minutes at night
pleased it seems to be working ok can i carve a knotch on the door post ??
Pete
Hi Pete could it be that the 1st:2nd hub on my gearbox is not a 156911 ?
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Update:
Test Drive: All went fine and the box is much more “direct “ now no flopping around . I haven’t fully tested coming down to second at speed properly . At 25 I can drop to second which I couldn’t do before so it’s looking promising . I’ve lost the singing canary so that must be a positive . Only issue I had was engine was a bit sluggish until I realised I hadn’t put back the spark plug lead on no 6 cylinder 😱. She’s singing now . Thanks Pete needs a proper run now to test and bed the new clutch in
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On 21/08/2021 at 09:36, Wagger said:
Should have asked this too.
Does the recess in your Vitesse sump line up with the steering rack? And, is where is the ridge wrt the spark plugs? Is it between cranks 2&3 or 1&2?
Workshop manuls may be wrong here.
Does this help
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The club shop has the puller priced at £75 plus p&p ( club member price )
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24 minutes ago, Pete Lewis said:
some time back a post showed some home made leather loops to fit the head rest rod and contrain the disapearing belt ends
Pete
Like this one made from a leather belt , and a later version with a popper for easy release
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9 minutes ago, Wagger said:
My poor long suffering wife had a riding accdent as a child and had to have three fusions in her neck in her thirties. As a result four vertebra are joined together. She has been advised never to travel in anything without a head restraint. (Headrest).
I know that some of you fit Mazda MX5 seats in Vitesses, but is anything else worthy. The MX5 is collectors car, so they will be expensive. I suppose a wander to a scrapyard could result in me seeing something. There are loads of small two door cars around but I'll bet most of these will be too tall, or they will be on sliding rails.
I’ve fitted MGF seats, also added heated seats kit
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From the vertical face of the rocker box 30mm to the heater box
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21 hours ago, Colin Lindsay said:
When the red ratchet strap wouldn't do, I went for the industrial-sized version...
Hi Colin like this method as one side can be done , did this method work for you
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I printed out the form , completed . Photoed with my smartphone saved as photo (jpeg) and emailed back as attachment
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Just checking how much oil is required for my Mk2 Vitesse with D type Overdrive . My research says 1.35 litres. Is this correct ?
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3 minutes ago, Paul H said:
Hi Pete, could you explain the issue , it will be better than me trying to ! I know there is slop on the single rail hub . This is because it’s the wrong one fitted ? What is the one I have from . I know I need part no 156911, which is no longer available and the solution is to find a second hand one or buy an old Vitesse Mk1 or mk2 ?? box and dismantle. My preferred option is an old box as I would be able to better understanding the gear box workings .
Paul
It’s item 11 part 156911 that I need
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Panel Wipe
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Hi Chris, I’ve got moisture traps at the compressor and the gun . I’m beginning to think the compressor might be at fault . I’m using 2k Epoxy Primer
Then Cellulose . I’ll try anti silicone and see if there’s an improvement . I’m very new to spraying and will try misting as you suggest
This is what happened when spraying cellulose on a sill for my Vitesse . I’ve started to flatten again before spraying again . The other sill was fine and fish eye only started when I used the Upol Panel wipe
Onwards and upwards and enjoying the learning curve
Paul