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- Tue Jun 25, 2019 4:01 pm
- Forum: Technical queries
- Topic: Binding front brakes
- Replies: 1
- Views: 20002
Binding front brakes
I hope someone can help with some advice. I have an Austin Somerset which has been off the road for a couple of weeks and I recently changed over to silicone brake fluid which I have used in several cars with no problems. However, she has developed a ‘hydraulic lock’ with the system being pressured ...
- Mon Mar 18, 2019 11:42 am
- Forum: Technical queries
- Topic: Omega 3 ton trolley jack (G493F)
- Replies: 0
- Views: 26024
Omega 3 ton trolley jack (G493F)
Hi
I have had my Omega 3 ton trolley jack (G493F) for many years and it remains an excellent jack. However, the seals are weeping and I wondered if it is possible to obtain a seal or service kit from anywhere.
Many thanks
Malcolm
I have had my Omega 3 ton trolley jack (G493F) for many years and it remains an excellent jack. However, the seals are weeping and I wondered if it is possible to obtain a seal or service kit from anywhere.
Many thanks
Malcolm
- Mon Mar 18, 2019 11:40 am
- Forum: Technical queries
- Topic: Trafficators with flashing indicators
- Replies: 3
- Views: 22521
Re: Trafficators with flashing indicators
Hi
Many thanks
Many thanks
- Tue Mar 12, 2019 9:26 am
- Forum: Technical queries
- Topic: Trafficators with flashing indicators
- Replies: 3
- Views: 22521
Trafficators with flashing indicators
Hi I hope someone can help me. I have a 1954 Austin Somerset which has had flashing indicators fitted, but I would like to reinstate the semaphores to work at the same time.Is anyone please able to explain or preferably show me a diagram of how to accomplish this. Looking on the internet I found a d...
- Sat Dec 08, 2018 11:50 pm
- Forum: Technical queries
- Topic: Laser Alldrive
- Replies: 2
- Views: 20505
Laser Alldrive
Hi
I need to get a new socket set and regularly work on classic cars necessitating metric, af and whitworth sockets. I was looking at the Laser Alldrive kits. Can anyone comment on the quality and effectiveness?
I need to get a new socket set and regularly work on classic cars necessitating metric, af and whitworth sockets. I was looking at the Laser Alldrive kits. Can anyone comment on the quality and effectiveness?
- Sat Mar 03, 2018 11:06 am
- Forum: Technical queries
- Topic: Fuel Additive
- Replies: 1
- Views: 18958
Fuel Additive
Hi Sorry if this question has been asked before, but is there one single additive that does all or can they be used together? One for unleaded fuel One to preserve the volatility of petrol on a car which is rarely used One to help protect the fuel system against damage caused by ethanol With kind re...
- Sat Sep 24, 2016 10:31 pm
- Forum: Technical queries
- Topic: Adjusting cable brakes
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2609
Re: Adjusting cable brakes
Hi Many thanks for your reply! I have to say the Lanchester is also a very lovely car. I have always had cars from the 50s and 60s. It is a steep learning curve going pre-war. The cars are remarkably more primaries to drive and the comparative lack of spares and information is s bit of a shock!! Mal...
- Thu Sep 15, 2016 6:54 am
- Forum: Technical queries
- Topic: Adjusting cable brakes
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2609
Adjusting cable brakes
Hi
I have a 1939 Sunbeam-Talbot 10 with cable operated brakes all round. I have just had to purchase new shoes and have the cables re-made. Any advice on setting up and adjusting the cables?
Malcolm
I have a 1939 Sunbeam-Talbot 10 with cable operated brakes all round. I have just had to purchase new shoes and have the cables re-made. Any advice on setting up and adjusting the cables?
Malcolm