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681.
Renewing the oil seal on the overdrive output shaft
Contributor: Jim Livingstone
The procedure to change the various seals is relatively straightforward
but the information available in the official Manuals is sparse
to non-existent. Here Jim provides the information he gathered
from his research into the subject.. (June
2025) More |
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680.
Fitting a fan guard on an uprated replacement alternator
Contributor: Jim Livingstone
Jim noticed a new alternator had more aggressive fan blades
than the original unit and as he had always considered this
to be a hazard when working under the bonnet with the engine
running, so he fitted a fan guard. (May
2025) More |
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679.
How often should I replace my battery?
Contributor: Victor Smith
Car batteries can last for five years or a little more depending
on how you use your car and care for the batteries. Here he
highlights four tips. (May
2025) More |
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678.
What causes heavy steering & how to manage it?
Contributors: Victor Smith, Ron Gammons & Jim Livingstone
A member with an MGBGTV8 asked – “I have fitted 185/65
R15 tyres on 15” Minilite wheels and my steering is really
heavy and stiff. Have I made a mistake? Should I have fitted
14” wheels?” Here was the response. (May
2025) More
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677.
Brakedown safety kit
Contributor: Victor Smith
It's clear sense to have them in your car should you breakdown
so they can be easily reached and put on before stepping out
of the car next to heavy traffic. (May
2025) More |
