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by johnnydog
Sat Mar 07, 2026 5:45 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: PRV copper washers
Replies: 1
Views: 180

Re: PRV copper washers

The copper washers you describe are single use 'crush washers' - they are in essence a folded washer which forms a good seal when tightened. After use, they are better replaced with new. As copper washers are soft, they mould themselves to any surface irregularities to provide a good seal. In the ...
by johnnydog
Sun Feb 22, 2026 6:37 pm
Forum: Parts for Sale and Wanted
Topic: wtd: McPherson Strut tube
Replies: 3
Views: 2875

Re: wtd: McPherson Strut tube

I have several good used ones, but unfortunately due to other commitments I am unable to access them for approx 3 weeks. If you don't get fixed up prior to that, let me know.
Alternatively, if you need one sooner, you could try Andy Harrison (Exeter area) or Roger Carnell (Scotland); both of which ...
by johnnydog
Sat Feb 21, 2026 4:13 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: CP or CR engine
Replies: 5
Views: 3320

Re: CP or CR engine

A 1973 2.5PI with twin balance pipes between the throttle bodies (as in your photos) is likely to be a 125bhp unit rather than the earlier 132bhp. I understand the engine change was from engine no. MG75001.
by johnnydog
Sat Feb 21, 2026 10:02 am
Forum: Engine
Topic: CP or CR engine
Replies: 5
Views: 3320

Re: CP or CR engine

What engine no. prefix is it? Surely an original PI engine should have a MG prefix? Unless it's previously had a replacement CP / CR engine from a TR.....?
by johnnydog
Wed Feb 18, 2026 11:00 am
Forum: Body and Trim
Topic: Mk 2 Boot lock dismantling
Replies: 14
Views: 13918

Re: Mk 2 Boot lock dismantling

Just to answer the above, there are only two components - the latch which is one piece, and the lock assembly which again is one piece. The retaining ring is part of the lock assembly, so you won't loose any parts once you have rotated it, and withdrawn it from the body. The lock, rod and retaining ...
by johnnydog
Tue Feb 17, 2026 9:44 am
Forum: Body and Trim
Topic: Mk 2 Boot lock dismantling
Replies: 14
Views: 13918

Re: Mk 2 Boot lock dismantling

Again, it has been a while since I removed a Mk1 boot lock assembly - a Mk2 more recently, but I would say the procedure is similar.
From memory, I find that it is beneficial to remove the bolts securing the latch part to the inner boot panel so that it can be moved around in its aperture. It won't ...
by johnnydog
Sat Feb 14, 2026 10:34 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: Coil wiring
Replies: 7
Views: 3439

Re: Coil wiring

My 1973 2.5 PI is the same era as yours Simon, and al Screenshot_20260214_220026_Gallery.jpg so fitted with its original AC Delco alternator as yours (whether it was supply issues at this time, but early '73 PI's (maybe 2000's as well (?) were fitted with AC Delco instead of Lucas), hence the ...
by johnnydog
Tue Feb 10, 2026 2:02 pm
Forum: Engine
Topic: Cuts out when hot at idle and difficult to restart.
Replies: 18
Views: 6235

Re: Cuts out when hot at idle and difficult to restart.

It's hard to see but it looks like you do have a ballast resistor fitted and wired up. Owner often remove / bypass them and fit a 12v coil. My 1973 PI definately still has a ballast resistor fitted.
Screenshot_20260210_134736_Chrome.jpg
by johnnydog
Mon Feb 09, 2026 12:47 pm
Forum: Electrical Systems
Topic: Instruments
Replies: 11
Views: 7242

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: 3617

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 ...