rampant rivet Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 That's really coming together and looking good I'll have to call by soon to take dims of everything I need to get my cab floor moving :cool2: wing nut patterns are on their way t'foundry :-D you'll probably need them sooner than I :laugh: RR. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Higgins kpt. Posted August 29, 2013 Share Posted August 29, 2013 very nice work, I look forward to the completion of renovations, see you next year in Normandy? regards Higgins Tom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fayjo56 Posted August 29, 2013 Author Share Posted August 29, 2013 That's really coming together and looking good I'll have to call by soon to take dims of everything I need to get my cab floor moving :cool2: wing nut patterns are on their way t'foundry :-D you'll probably need them sooner than I :laugh: RR. Great stuff, you efforts on the remanufacture front is much appreciated. I reckon your project will catch up with mine the way you are going! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fayjo56 Posted August 29, 2013 Author Share Posted August 29, 2013 very nice work, I look forward to the completion of renovations, see you next year in Normandy?regards Higgins Tom Thanks Tom. I dont think I'll make Normandy sadly:( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fayjo56 Posted September 29, 2013 Author Share Posted September 29, 2013 (edited) Nice new rear mud guards (flaps) now fitted. Rear N/S brake drum and wheel cylinder removed. The brake shoes look ok, wheel bearings look ok. The wheel cylinder is better than I expected. I will dismantle and clean up and have a better look. I guess the only way to know its useable is to re fit and try it when I have sorted the master cylinder. Edited September 29, 2013 by fayjo56 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rampant rivet Posted September 29, 2013 Share Posted September 29, 2013 Mudguards look good and your brake linings too, I have to replace my rear linings as they are a tad thin plus they look as though they have been contaminated due to rear hubs failing, keep going your nearly there :nut: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Farrant Posted September 29, 2013 Share Posted September 29, 2013 Mudguards look good and your brake linings too, I have to replace my rear linings as they are a tad thin plus they look as though they have been contaminated due to rear hubs failing, keep going your nearly there :nut: Don't forget that the leading shoe linings are twice as thick as the trailing when new, so there is normally a distinct difference in thickness throughout their life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rampant rivet Posted September 30, 2013 Share Posted September 30, 2013 Yes Richard had noted that, my main reason for changing linings is because of contamination due to hubs seals beginning to fail plus the thinner of the linings are fairly worn and as I have it all apart its easier to do the job now rather than later. Don't forget that the leading shoe linings are twice as thick as the trailing when new, so there is normally a distinct difference in thickness throughout their life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fayjo56 Posted October 6, 2013 Author Share Posted October 6, 2013 The rear o/s wheel cylinder is now apart and could do with new rubbers. I have also removed the front o/s hub and wheel cylinder, which is in really good condition! The 2 brake drums are now painted and under the wheel arches topcoated. I just need to order up some rubbers (any recommendations?) and reassemble. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Farrant Posted October 6, 2013 Share Posted October 6, 2013 I just need to order up some rubbers (any recommendations?) and reassemble. I get my seal kits from Past Parts Ltd at Bury St.Edmunds. If there is any doubt on the state of the bore, I send the whole cylinder to them to recondition. Cannot fault their service, have been using the regularly for about 16 years now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fayjo56 Posted October 13, 2013 Author Share Posted October 13, 2013 Thank you Richard, will give them a call. I have had my first go with a honing tool today and the master cylinder and front wheel cylinder have cleaned up a treat, so hopefully just new rubbers are needed. I didn't get much time this weekend, had to work sat morning:cry: then work on the car:(. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fayjo56 Posted November 10, 2013 Author Share Posted November 10, 2013 Well progress is still slow, family commitments, car issues and the forthcoming festivities are conspiring to make sure time and cash is short:cry: I am still working on the area I probably have least experience / confidence / enjoyment in - brakes. The O/S cylinders are re rubbered and back together, as is the master cylinder, so hopefully they will perform OK, time will tell. I shall get on to the N/S as soon as I can. I have yet to sort a water pump, recon or otherwise, so still can't have her running again:( All in all a bit frustrated with progress, but I guess many of you have been there! The good thing is 'er indoors refuses to let me give up. On a positive note, I now have a pair of screens, an early bush bar and a copy of the early parts list thanks to a very good friend on HMVF. Will post again when things move forward. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rampant rivet Posted November 10, 2013 Share Posted November 10, 2013 Chin up :-D I've had days like that, what with broken springs , knackered bearings and worn out brake cylinders etc etc etc I know how it is and its overcoming these setbacks what makes it all worthwhile in the end :cool2:. K.B.O. as WS Churchill used to say when things were not going too well. RR. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fayjo56 Posted December 22, 2013 Author Share Posted December 22, 2013 Wiring going back in. Tailgate painted, tailgate bump stop brackets fabricated. Merry Christmas all! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fayjo56 Posted January 1, 2014 Author Share Posted January 1, 2014 The wiring is nearly finished, rear lights and number plate mounting/lights fitted. The sidelights will be side and indicators. Tailgate chains and hooks fitted. The correct pattern bush bar now on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snort Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 Looking really good, very nice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rampant rivet Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 Like the front side/ indys what's the story behind them ? I think I'll do that on mine :-D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fayjo56 Posted January 1, 2014 Author Share Posted January 1, 2014 Like the front side/ indys what's the story behind them ? I think I'll do that on mine :-D The body of the lamp is actually a custom/classic car mirror(!):blush: Which my brother then converted with some festoon bulb holders. My vintage Fire Engine has side lights very much like the early MW's and these mirror bodies are almost identical. I'll take a pic with the lenses on to see what you think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fayjo56 Posted January 6, 2014 Author Share Posted January 6, 2014 Acquired a few British style footman loops this weekend - well chuffed!:-D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fayjo56 Posted January 19, 2014 Author Share Posted January 19, 2014 Had a visit from Rippo today, look what he brought with him! I am a happy bunny!:banana::thanx: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rampant rivet Posted January 19, 2014 Share Posted January 19, 2014 They look very familiar they look bl**dy good too, Johns done a real good job on them I can't wait till I get mine :cheesy: the bulk heads the next thing on my do do list. keep up the good work Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fayjo56 Posted January 26, 2014 Author Share Posted January 26, 2014 Following a 'hiccup' (see my thread in lubrication section) she is now running quite well and with good oil pressure. The timing needs a bit of adjustment I think, and the vacuum advance retard on the dizzy doesnt seem to be working. Any advice on these greatfully received. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fayjo56 Posted February 5, 2014 Author Share Posted February 5, 2014 I finally got around to sending my verification letter and all the other bits off to DVLA last week. A nice new V5 arrived today with a suitable registration number.:-D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fayjo56 Posted February 9, 2014 Author Share Posted February 9, 2014 The wiring is now complete (apart from new battery leads) and all lights working. She is running better and better, still tinkering. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arcot1751 Posted February 9, 2014 Share Posted February 9, 2014 Looking good Try agricultural merchants for your battery leads they will usually make them to order with the correct ends etc. D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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