By unique thread do we mean the bizarre MOD-special fittings with a standard cone but UNF thread? The FV430s are riddled with them!
And before anyone asks yes, they have been lock-wired since the photo was taken.
Andy
Unlikely as these things don't tend to apply to historic vehicles. Can you imagine anyone cancelling the London to Brighton run? What will be more interesting is having vehicles that need a driving licence when most cars will be self-driving and therefore licence-free.
Andy
A shame you didn't offer the FV439 on here or the FV430 Forum first - I know some people who might be interested but are put off by the exorbitant 17.5% buyer's fee with VAT on top!
Andy
I'm wondering if there's also an issue that the "Facebook Generation" aren't interested in mechanical things anyway. I know several twenty-somethings who treat their cars like iPads and don't understand the concepts of maintenance or servicing.
Andy
From the DVLA website (Google is your friend):
"A rebuilt vehicle can keep its original registration number if you can prove you’ve used:
the original unmodified chassis or bodyshell (car or light van)
a new chassis or monocoque bodyshell of the same specification as the original (car or light van)
the original unmodified frame (motorbike)
a new frame of the same specification as the original (motorbike)
You must also have 2 other major components from the original vehicle from the following lists.
For cars or light vans:
suspension (front and back)
steering assembly
axles (both)
transmission
engine
For motorbikes:
forks
wheels
engine
gear box"
Andy
I've had problems with both of those on occasions, especially if the site is (legitimately) directing elsewhere. Try a completely bare browser and see if it makes any difference?
Andy
It's also worth noting that the solenoid heavy current is fed directly from two terminals on the Distribution Panel, it may be worth checking they're both present and correct?
Andy