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    Alternator Removal Problem!!!

    I just thought I would give you a last update on this! I found a great company to restore my Alternator and Starter Motor to like new. They were both Lucas originals and not working properly. After lots of searching I found a company called Heritage Rotating Electrics AKA Maltby Auto Electrical...
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    Stainless steel exhaust

    I brought a double ss stainless steel exhaust from famousfour.co.uk and it is really good. For a 2.25 petrol 90. Two years old, still like new. It was also cheaper at the time to buy it from a retailer rather than direct!!! Hope that helps.....
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    Tub sits high at back after new A frame cross member

    I watched this a while ago Britannic restorations. Just shows that when you buy new replacement chassis bits the don't always fit! It may well be something wrong with your new part?!? Skip to 12 mins in for the interesting bit! . May help you, may keep you sane!! ;-)
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    Alternator Removal Problem!!!

    Just to let you know the alternator came out in seconds using a screwdriver as a lever!! Easy when you know how! Thanks again :-)
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    Alternator Removal Problem!!!

    I’m planning on getting it totally remanufactured, so it will be like new again! I’m certainly not getting rid of it! I’ve been working all day, so have not tried getting it off yet, but I really appreciate all the info. I will update everyone on how it goes! Thanks again :-)
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    Alternator Removal Problem!!!

    Oh yes! I have googled it and can see it! Great that gives me a bit of confidence now I know what I’m dealing with! Thank you very much for that
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    Alternator Removal Problem!!!

    Thank you both, I’ll have another look tomorrow!!
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    Alternator Removal Problem!!!

    I was also wondering if this is the correct alternator for the vehicle as I can't find any reference to these 'stubs'? Any ideas ? :-)
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    Alternator Removal Problem!!!

    Hi All! Help please :-) !! 1. Just removing my alternator (Lucas LRA00100) from my 2.25 petrol 90 and I have hit a snag!! Removed all the bolts only to find the thing is still attached by some sort of sleeve going through the one of the alternator and mounting points. Any ideas how I get it...
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    Manual Steering Box Refurb

    Final update on this. I got my steering box back from steering specialists Ltd as detailed above. Really please! All seals, bearings replaced and the outside looks like new too. I got it back on no problem and been using it for a few weeks, it feels great, no leaks :-) Just so you know it cost...
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    Manual Steering Box Refurb

    Sorry about the delay in reply. I did ring those guys and they said they could not do a manual box because they can’t source the parts!
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    Manual Steering Box Refurb

    Ive decided to take a chance on the ebay company! Fingers crossed!!
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    Manual steering box re manufactures

    Ive decided to take a chance on the ebay company! Fingers crossed!!
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    Manual steering box re manufactures

    Hi Everyone! I have just removed my manual steering box (Gemma) from my old Ninety because its been leaking oil like a sieve! I would like to send it away to be refurbished like new. I just wondered if anyone can recommend a place that does this. I have found this company on via ebay, but would...
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    Manual Steering Box Refurb

    Hi Everyone! I have just removed my manual steering box (Gemma) from my old Ninety because its been leaking oil like a sieve! I would like to send it away to be refurbished like new. I just wondered if anyone can recommend a place that does this. I have found this company on via ebay, but would...
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    1985 90 Rear Door Check Strap Removal!

    Thanks :-) Yep it all came up great with a good scrub and the videos on youtube (Britannic restorations) helped with getting the squirter going again. You cannot get any of those parts anymore........
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    1985 90 Rear Door Check Strap Removal!

    Hello All, I just thought I would put something up to say I have nearly finished my rear door! In the end I managed to find a new old stock door of exactly the right type. So I got it sprayed and then refurbished all the bits and built the new door. Its taken me for ever but really pleased...