Would love to see these gone in return for a bit of cash, £50 the pair, bargain.

Previously fitted to my Series 3 but never used, the reality is I probably never will so it would be better off with someone else. GLR101 Fairey capstan short bollard winch, together with the brackets etc to operate it; also comes with the stubby cranking handle so it can be operated manually...

I've just ordered a electronic distributor, new leads and plugs. Bit overkill but the existing set up is at least 11 years old and there was a misfire already. I went for a Powerspark bundle from Simonbbc. I spoke to a friendly and knowledgeable bloke on the phone beforehand and it's free...

Do you lot honestly think our brakes are going to out perform modern equivalents, even with a nobber not paying attention :D:D

Very similar story to me, also on a Webber carb. Popped into the shops today (ie bloody hot!) 20 mins later jump in and it cuts out after 10 seconds then won't start. Firers on first go then just spins over. Left it for a bit hoping just too hot but no joy, also put in the emergency 5ltr fuel...

I got rangemasters 7,50R16 radials from ATS fitted, set of 5, for £475. I think they were 8 ply. Sorry, can't be a bit more helpful but there are some pictures of them fitted on in my thread which is somewhere in the Series forum (called SWB re chassis).

I'd like to see some pictures before laughing out loud. :D

I think so, the other side is all old jags.

Speaking of having boxes looked at @jamesmartin , I don't suppose you got my PM?

New starter sorted it. Spinning over a good'un now. Great service from that link. Fingers crossed the starter has some longevity.:)

I've been thinking about gas strutting the bonnet with spare tyre on. I wouldn't expect it to hold the weight, just help lift it up and down, I'd keep the bonnet prop. Reason being I have back problems and would like to keep the tub clear for a tool box. I know bonnet gas struts are a popular...

Hove laughed when I went in there for an emergency part for a SIII; had it in stock, mind.

So, just spent a week and a half flat on my back with a bad back...ideal. Managed to get to Harry today t see what was wrong. 12.5v as he stood; a smidge low I suppose, 12.3v (from memory) on cranking but only a click to show for it. I'm thinking the battery is low and a good jump would get...

Replace it. Can't be too careful with brake bits.

As to the first bit, no you have that the wrong way round, what I'm suggesting is perhaps against logic but worked for me. By winding the adjusters fully in, you are removing volume in which any air can be caught within the cylinders. When they are in this position, undertake the bleeding...

I've used one man kits both successfully and unsuccessfully. I suggest winding the adjusters fully in, have another go at bleeding, then wind adjusters out so the brakes work as they should, keeping an eye on the level in the reservoir.

Ah memories... Just finished a 4 year rechassis of my SIII SWB, but seeing your SII in bits reminds of the time. Here's my thread if you want to have a ganders, there might be so nugget from one of the old hands here that helps you along...

I like the grey ones

You can legally use a second hand one, but the finished vehicle needs to take the identity of the vehicle the second hand chassis came from (i.e. its VIN / Registration). If the chassis came from a vehicle old enough to avoid tax / MOT then happy days, your finished project will also be tax /...

I was in your situation and decided to save up for new chassis as I couldn't afford bit at the time. Whilst waiting for it to arrive I refurbed all the bits that needed it. What you say is true, but the legalities are that the ID carries with the chassis. If you stuck another second hand one...