UsInWorld said:
If got it done in Bulgaria or Turkey I guess labour cost is cheaperπŸ™‚
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The 10-14 day wait in a hotel for the parts may not make the labour look cheap πŸ€”. but generally yes, but if you don't know them and they get it wrong you are in the do dos
UsInWorld said:
At the moment its dreaming about the warmer life in Bulgaris compared to our 2 weeks of snow and ice in NE Scotland. Doing lots of research and would do a drive around the country to learn the areas. Buying a mortgage free property would be niceπŸ™‚
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Not so easy now cos of the B thing. It might be warmer depends on where you look. Great skiing available in some areas.

We have got our first real snow for this season 3inchs and counting:), But unlike the UK our seasons dont mix, they are clearly defined.

I would really say don't plan to get work done here, if you have to cos of a breakdown then that's just the way it is. But possibility of breaking down in a remote area is quite high if you get of the main roads, AA dont work here:).

J
 
marjon said:
Afternoon folks:).

So the fire was roaring at 09:00 today, yep it has snowed again overnight. It stopped around 5pm yesterday and really hadnt come to much. But todays effort is pretty good;). Its just getting control of the roads and reckon we have about 2inchs so far.
So staying warm and toasty inside today:).

J
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Tis hard work putting logs on the fire . I managed to get a bit done this morning outside but the temperature started to drop and when my moustache gets ice forming on it its time to call it a day ⛄❄⛄
 
Stanleysteamer said:
When I was a kid Bukta was the tent of choice.

First one we had was this one.
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Then we graduated to a frame tent, exactly the same as this:
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Although for some reason the peeps who own this have not extended the open flap and supported it on the two poles with guy ropes like they have the one over the cooking area!
We used that until I left home. I even used it when I went to Scotland with my ex before we got engaged.
It was finally given to the scouts who were amazingly grateful for it!
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We had one to blue plastic covered roof happy days
 
marjon said:
1. you would need to speak to your insurer to get the cover longer, Not sure you could insure a UK plated car here.
@Stanleysteamer has longer European cover but don't know who with or details @english111 does stay a while so he may
know ( he hasn't been on for a while) Plus not much point in a 6mth cover (unless you have European residence/citizenship) without Appling for a visa as you are now only allowed 90days in Europe without.

2. There are lots of locals who can be pretty good and some main dealers, getting anything other than basic parts could take some time. So I would certainly make sure everything is as good as possible and if its due do it before you are stuck, Wouldn't hurt to pack some or spares either
I do most of the work on our cars, Main dealer for the L322.

3. Istanbul is Turkey ;)

What part are you planning on visiting or is it just a general drive around. we are on the east coast 1hr from Varna. Theres loads to see depending on what you want.

We love the easy going lifestyle, but it can be frustrating sometimes;).

J
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As I believe the cover you get is only 3rd party when we were traveling over here on arrival we would purchased a green card a sort of top up to full comp but it may have all changed since B x ?
 
Stanleysteamer said:
He could, or Mikunis,
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Ohh yes now yer talking,4 flat slides🀀.
Stanleysteamer said:
Do you think Strombergs are better? The only time I had one it was a royal pain. And of course they have diaphragms to split.
(In his 4 chapters on carburation, Vizard doesn't mention Strombergs at all.
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Not a chance I would change to strombergs ;) Some say they are technically better, but harder to tune. If it has SUs which the A series mini did then stick with them cos there is so much more info on getting the basic setup right.

J
 
marjon said:
The 10-14 day wait in a hotel for the parts may not make the labour look cheap πŸ€”. but generally yes, but if you don't know them and they get it wrong you are in the do dos


Not so easy now cos of the B thing. It might be warmer depends on where you look. Great skiing available in some areas.

We have got our first real snow for this season 3inchs and counting:), But unlike the UK our seasons dont mix, they are clearly defined.

I would really say don't plan to get work done here, if you have to cos of a breakdown then that's just the way it is. But possibility of breaking down in a remote area is quite high if you get of the main roads, AA dont work here:).

J
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Will be towing our homemade caravan so accomms is sorted as long as can find a place to park.

For full peace of mind makes sense to get new timing belt fitted while in UK. If not then would bring the Dayco kit.
Been 11 years since bought the Landy and do everything myself except clutch & gearbox as got no lift.
Always carry UJ's, Wheel bearings, vacuum pump, fuel pump, waterpump, Aux belt and more in the back + tools, still not a guarantee. So being aware of surroundings is essential. A farmer with a tractor is a good first help. Thou not planning to visit remote places yet

Don't mind snow and frost, specially when knowing a real summer awaits. NE Scotland is mixed to say the least. Southern Englng weather much better, thou houseprices sky high. Dreaming of better quality life with a garden ie place to repair the LandyπŸ™‚
 
Stanleysteamer said:
He could, or Mikunis, a Weber, a Dellorto or all sorts of things, even a Fish

Do you think Strombergs are better? The only time I had one it was a royal pain. And of course they have diaphragms to split.
(In his 4 chapters on carburation, Vizard doesn't mention Strombergs at all.

It is said they are technically superior but harder to tune.
I'd go for an HIF SU. The rest of the engine is so suited to them.
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No, i like SU carbs, but there are tuned Minis with other A series variant engines/head set ups ...
 
More wood on the fire needed πŸ€”

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J
 
Stanleysteamer said:
He could, or Mikunis, a Weber, a Dellorto or all sorts of things, even a Fish

Do you think Strombergs are better? The only time I had one it was a royal pain. And of course they have diaphragms to split.
(In his 4 chapters on carburation, Vizard doesn't mention Strombergs at all.

It is said they are technically superior but harder to tune.
I'd go for an HIF SU. The rest of the engine is so suited to them.
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That's good then, It has a HIF44 on there at the moment. ;)
 
.... I now have to add "Fix the lathe" to my "things to do" list. :(
The bearings appear to have gone on the intermediate shaft on the underdrive pulley stack.
It is screeching like crazy. Any oil I put in just runs out and gets thrown around the cabinet. :(
Bummer!
 
Stone56 said:
As I believe the cover you get is only 3rd party when we were traveling over here on arrival we would purchased a green card a sort of top up to full comp but it may have all changed since B x ?
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Ours is fully comp and was with Lancaster as well. So I don't know why you would be thinking that.
It hasn't changed with Brexit.
 
Dippypud said:
No, i like SU carbs, but there are tuned Minis with other A series variant engines/head set ups ...
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It'll be interesting when Dan tells us what work he discovers his Mini has had done.
I am wondering if he will find that it is impractical as it is and maybe better to redo it back to some form of "standard", i.e as in a MG Metro set up. That would be plenty powerful enough but drink less juice unless he only potters around in it. ;)
 
Been searching high and low for my Haynes on Minis.
Eventually remembered I gave it to my grandson along with a pile of Mini magazines and other stuff as I had decided my Mini days were over.
So cannot turn to a page to help @DanClarke as quick as I would like. No matter, I'm sure he will get his own.
I still own the special tool needed to compress the rubber donut front suspension. ;)
 
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