[vitesse Mk1Correct air box colour]

1968 Mk1, Gloss black air filter box

Mk2 silver,

[Vitesse Mk1 breathing with remote servo fitted]

Just given the car it’s first service, whilst there I refitted the breather valve using a T piece just after the take off, feel happier now it’s back, car runs well. 

[Shorter alternator belt required? Vitesse 1]

Well found , ordered,  many thanks Tony.

I moved the Top hose as Pete advised and now have a more acceptable space.  Thanks Pete

Richard.

[Shorter alternator belt required? Vitesse 1]

Thanks Pete, i'll try the hose move and see if I can source a slightly smaller belt. Richard

[Shorter alternator belt required? Vitesse 1]

Thanks for the replies, its odd, the 1088 belt is a bit slack with the bolt up to limit , have bought a guard but that is so close it'll rub the top hose, will try Pete's hose adjustment and see if that gives enough space for the guard. Took a look at the 1080 belt Tony but its 17mm wide so too wide, am looking for similar now 10mm wide. Maybe my belt has stretched/worn so a new 1088 will be better

 

[Shorter alternator belt required? Vitesse 1]

Hi,

Mk 1 Vitesse has alternator fitted, belt (1088) fitted, however , alternator pulley blades sit only 7mm from top hose, looking for best fix, sadly I do not know history of this mod, brackets etc, thought maybe a slightly shorter belt would do, any thoughts? Thanks

[Vitesse Mk1 breathing with remote servo fitted]

Thanks again Pete, much appreciated. Richard

[Vitesse Mk1 breathing with remote servo fitted]

Thanks Pete, that's helpful, by oil dump I assume you mean there must be an oil trap at the end of the pipe. Richard

[Vitesse Mk1 breathing with remote servo fitted]

Hi, advice please,  Mk1 Vitesse 2L, had a remote servo fitted, garage used manifold point originally for the breather valve to connect  the servo vacuum , which is fine, however the rocker box now just has long pipe to below the engine to vent any fumes. Is this good enough/acceptable or can/should the valve be re-instated, if so how? I am thinking a T piece in the pipe to the servo, Servo was from Rimmers so assume there is a non return valve on the servo, should I fit another in the pipe after the T piece? . If the valve is refitted  1.will there be enough vacuum for both, 2 Any effect on performance/running mixture etc. Car runs beautifully at the moment, is it best left as it is, Any thoughts. Thanks Richard

[Wins international]

Leon, Bought recon diff from Wins recently, I’ve only done 500 miles so far so a bit early to say, so far it’s perfect, I did go for the CWP, didn’t see the point of not going for the full recon, excellent delivery/ service, Geoff is very helpful.R

[Herald/Vitesse locking fuel cap?]

JBANGLIA have Fuel Caps for Herald/Vitesse. on Ebay , The cap is black .£28.00 Inc. delivery  and has 2 keys.

They come with a ring and allen key to modify the aperture to accept a two prong cap.

I have not been able to fit yet as the car is away being rebuilt, however the seller assures its been successfully fitted to a herald.

 

[Herald/Vitesse locking fuel cap?]

Thanks for all the info, anyone that normally has them seem to be out of stock at the moment, hopefully they will re stock at some time.

Good news is that I have been in touch with The Fuel Cap company and they are close to producing one to fit the Herald / Vitesse . (Its mainly black sadly but at least one can secure the tank)

I will place the result on the Forum.

Regards Richard

[Herald/Vitesse locking fuel cap?]

Thanks Chris A.

Any recollection of who those suppliers are as currently I cannot even find a black one.

I agree they do not look nice but do not wish to leave the vehicle with a vunerable tank.

R

[Herald/Vitesse locking fuel cap?]

Cant seem to find a source for a Lockable fuel cap to fit my Vitesse, I wondered if anyone on the Forum has any ideas or even better, one to sell ! Thanks R