euan douglas

Yes, I understand now! I think senile decay is setting in quicker than I thought!

Out of interest - what does "do not left foot brake" mean? Don't we all use our left foot to brake!

I'm afraid I haven't got mine yet either - are there problems?

Well, I took my GT6, now sold, and now my Sprint to Andrew Doney of Edinburgh Sports Cars in Dalkeith. That's about 10 miles east of Edinburgh. Only problem is that I don't know when he'll be re-opening after the New Year. It could be next Wednesday or maybe not until the following Monday. His numbers are 0131 374 4177 or 07813 997 489, though he'll only answer if open for business. Best of luck Euan

So folks - what's the best type of material for the gasket, cork, paper or rubber? I think Rimmers and others do a paper one, but rubber is also available, at a price. Also should you use sealant and if so then what's the best type and on all faces, cover and head? All advice welcome. The rear lower corner is hard to seal and allows a drip to go on the exhaust - a bit smelly! Euan

Johny and Pete - the PO rebuilt the engine but don't think the pump is new and anyway the overflow is only from the rear carb, the front overflow is dry (touch wood!) so inclined to think it's a sticky rear valve. Will dismantle rear and check for rubbish/sticky valve. Thanks both.

Hi all Pretty simple query - before I dismantle anything I am assuming that the fuel leak through the overflow tube on the rear HS6 carb is probably due to a sticky needle valve? So, best to remove float chamber top and clean everything? Euan

Sorry, should have said the belts are inertia reel type if that helps. I suppose a bit of trial and error would be the best approach but if anyone has previous experience fitting the 254 belts then advice would be welcome and save me a bit of head scratching!.

Hi Just going to fit Securon 254 rear belts in my Dolomite and wondered where the long bolt goes, the kit has 3 short and one long bolt. Don't want to use a short one when the long one would be best. The instructions don't mention which bolts to use where. Euan

Hi Have just fitted new door glass felt all round and now it is very hard to get the windows up and down. I wonder if it is OK to lightly lubricate the felt and if so then what would be recommended? Euan

And I've replied to that PM so I look forward to hearing from you, probably by PM. Euan

Pete I have PM'd you. Euan

Well Pete, if you can find it and it works, then I'd be more than happy to take it off your hands. I'm sure we could come to some arrangement. Let me know if you can find it and we can go from there - OK? Euan

Well, having now got my Sprint I find I need an inner 75w headlamp, GLU105, which also is used on the Vitesse. A well known supplier shows these as no longer available and to use the halogen replacement. This is a more expensive option, as I would need to replace both sides, I wondered if anyone can give me the name of a supplier who might have these or indeed have any other suggestions? What does anyone else do when GLU105 is needed/ Euan

Lovely - thanks everyone. I'll discuss with the seller when I see him and the car tomorrow. I know when I sold the GT6 I just notified DVLA online and almost immediately got an email confirming I was no longer the owner, but whether the buyer got a new V5 quickly or not I've no idea. Now the boot is on the other foot! Euan