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by johnnydog
Mon Jan 12, 2026 7:16 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: Grease guns
Replies: 1
Views: 372

Re: Grease guns

There are plenty of flexible nozzles available as a seperate purchase or part of a kit, but you would need to establish the thread at the grease gun end if just buying a flexible nozzle
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As to what needs greasing - some uj's have grease nipples; some don't. You'll have to ...
by johnnydog
Sun Jan 11, 2026 2:10 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: Radiator filling
Replies: 2
Views: 301

Re: Radiator filling

I've never had any issues with airlocks filling a replacement radiator or replacing the coolant. Once flushed through thoroughly and clean water is coming out with a top to bottom and a backward flush, then any remaining water in the galleries should be clear / clean. If you intend using a mix of 33 ...
by johnnydog
Sun Jan 11, 2026 1:14 am
Forum: Engine
Topic: Fan / Water Pump
Replies: 4
Views: 403

Re: Fan / Water Pump

Hi John,
I have already messaged you re this issue, but I thought I'd also put it on here - having checked with my S, I don't think the problem lies with any aspect of your component assembly. The water pump pulley depth appears correct and the position / spacing of the fan appears OK too. I think ...
by johnnydog
Sat Jan 10, 2026 11:04 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: Champagne!
Replies: 4
Views: 670

Re: Champagne!

That's great news - a pass with a clean bill of health is always a good feeling and if it is following major repair work, it brings a great deal of self satisfaction! Well done!!
by johnnydog
Sun Jan 04, 2026 3:10 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: Fan belt
Replies: 4
Views: 482

Re: Fan belt

Sorted! :D
by johnnydog
Fri Jan 02, 2026 8:41 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: Fan belt
Replies: 4
Views: 482

Re: Fan belt

I think the size most suppliers stipulate is 1088mm, although some state that non PAS belts are different!
The trouble is that with many belts, the alternator sits too close to the cylinder head especially on later models, so that the belt has to be slackened/ removed to get to no.1 spark plug which ...
by johnnydog
Fri Jan 02, 2026 7:52 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: Valve cover gasket
Replies: 1
Views: 267

Re: Valve cover gasket

I would definitely say so!! :lol:
by johnnydog
Thu Dec 25, 2025 9:55 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: New carpet
Replies: 4
Views: 446

Re: New carpet

Chestnut! Just seen the door cards! Probably the better colour against the lighter carpet, although any colour is always a subject for debate!
by johnnydog
Wed Dec 24, 2025 11:42 pm
Forum: Body and Trim
Topic: Rear seat back supports
Replies: 1
Views: 370

Re: Rear seat back supports

There are two brackets at the bottom of the seat back that are secured to the floor under the seat base by two small bolts (not sure what thread size but the heads are 1/4 AF), with a 'penny' washer. These do, as you have queried, stop the bottom of the upright from moving forwards, although the ...
by johnnydog
Wed Dec 24, 2025 11:20 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: New carpet
Replies: 4
Views: 446

Re: New carpet

Fitting a new aftermarket carpet isn't the easiest job to do, as they generally don't fit particularly well and need a bit of modification, but well done - it looks good so far and will transform the interior. What colour are the seats? Assuming chestnut or light tan, then the lighter shade of ...