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by johnnydog
Mon Feb 09, 2026 12:47 pm
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: Instruments
Replies: 8
Views: 94

Re: Instruments

Early facelift model dash looms from the gauges had the same rubber plugs as the prefacelift dash and are interchangable, before the hard white plastic plugs / connector blocks were introduced.
The Stag and the 2500 wood dash pieces look similar, but they are noticeably different when put side by ...
by johnnydog
Fri Feb 06, 2026 4:41 pm
Forum: Body and Trim
Topic: Door hinge pins
Replies: 4
Views: 121

Re: Door hinge pins

Chris Witor does supply them but is currently out of stock unfortunately.
As I would think it is a relatively frequently requested part, it may be worth contacting him about further supplies?
https://www.chriswitor.com/proddetail.php?prod=CW4051
I am aware that the Austin / Morris 1800 / 2200 used ...
by johnnydog
Mon Jan 12, 2026 7:16 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: Grease guns
Replies: 1
Views: 748

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
https://ebay.us/m/y3aO2f
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: 874

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: 1072

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: 5
Views: 1570

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: 927

Re: Fan belt

Sorted! :D
by johnnydog
Fri Jan 02, 2026 8:41 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: Fan belt
Replies: 4
Views: 927

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: 654

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: 841

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!