Paul H

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. Paul

Hi Pete could it be that the 1st:2nd hub on my gearbox is not a 156911 ? Paul

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 Paul

Does this help Paul

The club shop has the puller priced at £75 plus p&p ( club member price ) Paul

Like this one made from a leather belt , and a later version with a popper for easy release Paul

I’ve fitted MGF seats, also added heated seats kit Paul

From the vertical face of the rocker box 30mm to the heater box Paul

Hi Colin like this method as one side can be done , did this method work for you Paul

I printed out the form , completed . Photoed with my smartphone saved as photo (jpeg) and emailed back as attachment Paul

Just checking how much oil is required for my Mk2 Vitesse with D type Overdrive . My research says 1.35 litres. Is this correct ? Paul

It’s item 11 part 156911 that I need Paul

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

I gave a lift to a friend on the school run in my Morris Minor. She broke the handle strap on the passenger door and I forgot to tell her to put her legs astride the footwell which was full of water 😱 Paul

I’ll go halve’s Paul

That’s like mine , bit more oil and gunge though Paul

Should be able to road test at the weekend Paul

Just put the od solenoid back with the Gearbox in place , just to prove my Mods work . All went fine . Starting the lower bolt was a faff trying to locate the screw hole , started with screwdriver extension and finished off with ring spanner Paul

This suction pump should work https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_nkw=Oil+Suction+Pump+Car+Hand+Syringe+Gun+Pump+Gearbox+Fill+%2F+Extractor+500ml&_trksid=p2380057.m4084.l1313 Paul

Hi purchased a couple of spin off oil filters from Canleys for my Vitesse , cost £7.20 each plus vat plus delivery ( there were a few extra bits ) . They sent FRAM PH966B which I then googled and found this offer from Arnold Clark’s Delivery is £2.95 or free with orders over £24 Paul

Hi Tony , I’m playing safe , just ordered from Canleys . Thanks for guiding me through the last Mann 714/2 issue Paul

Hi Pete , the rear support for the overdrive sits on that plate , which in turn bolts to the main chassis . I removed the plate and the rear support and attached to the gearbox and put back in one piece . The plate is then bolted back . Using this method eliminates the need of the modified spanner Paul

The gearbox plus overdrive is back , just bolting things back . The solution was jacking up the engine so it was parallel with the gearbox ie much higher than I did before . Thanks Pete Lewis . I didn’t need to butcher the bulkhead or remove the prop . A few tips I picked up on the way , this being my first clutch change. I removed the passenger door , passenger seat , steering wheel outer . The door removal not essential but made access much easier. Fold back carpet over prop shaft area, cover floor with old carpet .Use a piece of plywood in the cabin as a sledge for the gearbox . Moving the box around is much easier . The bolts holding the rear support for the overdrive are inaccessible. So made this double cranked spanner which holds the bolt head whilst tightening up from underneath . I bought these from Lidl some time ago . Ideal for lifting the box so it could be manoeuvred . Can’t rate these enough . About £5 each . Makes the job easier for 1 person Each air pad will lift 135 kg to approx 100mm. Once the box went home it was a case of lowering the engine / gearbox into place . Almost forgot a 3ft crowbar to jamb between the propshaft links to finally push the gearbox home . If you’ve painted the gearbox cover , remove any paint in the bolt holes (another T shirt ) plus you need a good torch Stuff a rag in the gear box cover access to stop dropping nuts or bolts . Thanks to all with help and advice Paul

Got 2 left ! Do I take the risk Paul

Where did you purchase from please ? Paul