Minor Conversions, Engine Swaps, Suspension and Brake Upgrades, and other non-stock enhancements. Purists beware! http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/list.php?8 Wed, 22 May 2013 03:47:08 -0500 Phorum 5.2.15a http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,5078,5078#msg-5078 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,5078,5078#msg-5078 OldBloke Modified Minors Tue, 21 May 2013 20:20:14 -0500 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,5072,5072#msg-5072 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,5072,5072#msg-5072
The 2013 CANADIAN HISTORIC GRAND PRIX is set for Fathers Day Weekend, June 14 to 16 at Mosport/CTMP. The VARAC event is Canada's largest and most prestigious Vintage and Historic racing event with 200 beautifully prepared racing cars competing in six race groups.

The 2013 FEATURED RACE GROUP is a TRIBUTE TO THE CARS & DRIVERS OF ONE OF CANADA'S CLASSIC RACING SERIES - the PORSCHE 944 CHALLENGE CUPS from 1986 to 1990. Some of Canada's top drivers made this one of the most memorable series in what we now know was a golden period of Canadian road racing history. Among them: BILL ADAM, RICK BYE, DAVID DEACON, DAVID EMPRINGHAM, RON FELLOWS, SCOTT GOODYEAR, LUDWIG HEIMRATH, SCOT MAXWELL, STEPHANE PROULX, RICHARD SPENARD, DAVID TENNYSON, PAUL TRACY, JACQUES VILLENEUVE.

AND there is more than great racing in store for you! Check it out!

LAPPING/TOURING SESSIONS - Have you ever wanted to drive your car on the Grand Prix Circuit? Now is your chance! We have scheduled several sessions (two per day) for enthusiasts and fans to take to the track and experience the thrill of brisk paced lapping in a safe but extremely exhilarating charge around this world famous track. This will be the best twenty minutes that you have ever spent in a car.
"CHECKERED FLAG CRUISE" - Rock'n Roll into the track in your favourite ride on Friday evening at 5:30pm for this fun and free event. This Cruise Event welcomes all types of classic cars, hot rods, rat rods, street rods, customs and sports cars. It is "American Graffiti" with a racing twist. Following racing, Cruisers will be escorted from the front gates into the facility and onto the main paddock area, the centre of the race weekend. In the race paddock, they will join with race cars for a fabulous and eclectic display of automotive machinery not seen anywhere else. You will be steps from the restaurant and washrooms. Music will be supplied by Wild Willy. Best of all, participation and entry is free compliments of CTMP and VARAC. And who knows, we may have a special surprise in store for you.
"ESSO TOWER RALLY" - Commemorating the famous Esso Tower that was the signature building of Canadian Road Racing, we have put together a light-hearted Road Rally for Saturday. The rally will begin at 10:00am and include a stop for a delicious luncheon at a fabulous lakefront Country Inn, returning you to Mosport mid-afternoon. This is something that motoring enthusiasts won't want to miss.
"LEGENDS OF THE AUTOBAHN" - Three great German Marques are represented in this first-ever Canadian Event. The Mercedes, Porsche and BMW Clubs will hold their annual Concours and Car Corrals on Saturday and Sunday. This is your chance to see these fabulous cars assembled together, appropriately surrounded by motor racing, to which they have contributed so richly.
"MINI MEET NORTH" - Canada's largest Classic Mini gathering, going on all weekend.
"FIELD OF DREAMS ALL-MAKE CAR SHOW" Presented by Liquid Wrench - This is one of the best car shows that you'll ever experience. Cars of all makes are welcome. The car show atmosphere is relaxed very social and yet the air is charged with the excitement of wheel to wheel racing just feet away from the show field in Corner 8. CTMP offers a special discount rate to FIELD OF DREAMS participants and free dash plaques and window cards are provided. Participants are offered the opportunity to join in the noon hour parade laps.
"CLASSIC MOTORSPORTS DREAM LAPS" - For just ten dollars, Field of Dreams participants can join in the "Classic Motorsports Dream Laps". The Dream Laps is the largest on-track classic car parade in the country. This is a fabulous opportunity to experience and be seen in your car on the Grand Prix Circuit. Don't miss out. Join the party!
"TORONTO STAR - GREAT CANADIAN RACERS RE-UNION and LEGENDS OF MOSPORT" - Toronto Star Wheels Editor, Norris MacDonald invites you to step back into the history of "Canada's Home of Motorsport". Meet with friends and and enjoy the company of enthusiasts who have been part of the racing scene at Mosport since 1961. Join with Canada's greatest racers as host Gary Magwood and the panel of Canadian Racing Champions, Bill Brack, Eppie Wietzes, Craig Fisher, Walt Mackay and Grand Marshals, Ludwig Heimrath and David Deacon as well as others meet the Press and Fans. Photographs and autographs opportunities as well as souvenir event posters will be available.
For more event information, go to the website: http://www.canadianhistoricgrandprix.com
For tickets, go to:http://store.ctmpark.com/index.php?crn=225&rn=536&action=show_detail
Direct Email Contact: bob.deshane@varac.ca]]> Bob DeShane Modified Minors Mon, 20 May 2013 12:41:23 -0500 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,4910,4910#msg-4910 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,4910,4910#msg-4910
thank you, david]]> 1958traveller Modified Minors Sun, 21 Apr 2013 17:39:17 -0500 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,4740,4740#msg-4740 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,4740,4740#msg-4740 peternod Modified Minors Sun, 17 Mar 2013 05:22:00 -0500 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,4716,4716#msg-4716 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,4716,4716#msg-4716 BikerAngel458 Modified Minors Sun, 10 Mar 2013 14:47:58 -0500 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,4702,4702#msg-4702 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,4702,4702#msg-4702 Presently, my Minor is away receiving a new engine. Would it be possible to have an automatic gearbox from a Datsun 120Y (or similar vehicle) installed?

Thanks:),
Ben]]> MM1955 Modified Minors Sat, 11 May 2013 02:54:23 -0500 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,4621,4621#msg-4621 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,4621,4621#msg-4621 philipandrewdavid Modified Minors Wed, 13 Feb 2013 01:56:11 -0600 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,4500,4500#msg-4500 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,4500,4500#msg-4500
I have fitted 1981 ITAL brakes but wish to keep original moggt wheels has any member done this

I also wish to fit MG metro seats (i have the seats and platforms) any info would be appreciated

Chris]]> chris lack Modified Minors Tue, 22 Jan 2013 12:32:45 -0600 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,4470,4470#msg-4470 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,4470,4470#msg-4470
The are located near San Antonio and if anyone would like to have one, all they have to do is bring me one. I want one of the 2 doors and the 4 door, but I'd trade the other two for the moving to El Paso.

Also, I have the bed, rear of cab, one door, and the tailgate of a pickup.

So, any advice?]]> rbhouston Modified Minors Fri, 25 Jan 2013 19:23:24 -0600 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,4203,4203#msg-4203 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,4203,4203#msg-4203
I am wondering specifically here if there is any other car's leaf springs i can use with and on my mog axle.
Or is there another axle maybe even with disc brakes that wil able to be fixed to my current setup.

Help is greatly appreciated as this is a working classic and i use it daily when its on its wheels haha

Thanks.]]> BikerAngel458 Modified Minors Sat, 01 Dec 2012 12:03:09 -0600 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,4131,4131#msg-4131 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,4131,4131#msg-4131 $ 1100.00 or best offer 267-241-9554 ps. engine is still in the car and running if you want to drive it

thanx chuck]]> porsh911t Modified Minors Sat, 22 Dec 2012 05:47:18 -0600 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,4122,4122#msg-4122 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,4122,4122#msg-4122 I would like to get my 1955 Series two reregistered for daily use, and to do so it needs seat belts and preferably head rests. My questions are:

How high up is best for shoulder seat belts?

Is it possible to fit head rests? Bearing in mind that I am about 6 feet tall, and not having these would mean very sore should blades after an accident if one were to occur.

Any help would be much appreciated,
Ben
Junior Morris Minor owner and enthusiast]]> MM1955 Modified Minors Fri, 18 Jan 2013 15:42:01 -0600 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,4047,4047#msg-4047 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,4047,4047#msg-4047 For the time being before i save for a much larger engine i have aquired the 1.3 midget engine and the only issue i have is which clutch to buy, a 1.1 minor clutch or the midget clutch, while still using the 1.1 gear box.
Anybody help? =) thanks]]> BikerAngel458 Modified Minors Mon, 03 Dec 2012 15:03:36 -0600 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,3902,3902#msg-3902 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,3902,3902#msg-3902 chuck morris Modified Minors Tue, 02 Oct 2012 23:16:22 -0500 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,3874,3874#msg-3874 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,3874,3874#msg-3874 I had a 1954 2 door saloon, modified about 20 years ago to a 1954 convertable. Its been resting since then, not completed; however the next step is beginning - the change to an early 1949 electric powered lolite convertable.
Yes - all the ICE stuff is comming out! Engine, radiator, gearbox, fuel tank, back seat, to be replaced by an ex forklift motor, a battery bank, controller etc. The front body will go over to lolite panels, 5" catseye headlights, polished stainless steel grille, Series MM front seats, plain hubcaps, early bonnet chrome - all the early bodywork.
Right now, I've just about finished collecting the front bodywork and will be stripping and restoring these panels. I know that the car won't be completely authentic-looking - the back end of the bonnet will be wrong, for a start - but I think that the rounded clean shape of the earlier body style suits the electric function best. In keeping with this, I want to get the back right, too.
From 1948 'til about July 1949, the Morris Minor had 2" flat round glass taillights flush with the body. Behind the panel, the light had a bullet shaped body. The glass was fixed with a single central screw. The Lucas part number was 482. From mid '49, of course, Morris changed to the familiar "cheese-dish" taillight, which is presently on my vehicle.
I'm looking for a pair of the original Lucas 482 round taillights - any ideas?]]> Tom Jones Modified Minors Sat, 11 May 2013 02:56:36 -0500 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,3793,3793#msg-3793 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,3793,3793#msg-3793 doxendine Modified Minors Mon, 10 Sep 2012 12:22:56 -0500 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,1135,1135#msg-1135 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,1135,1135#msg-1135
Thanks Sharon]]> sharonbillings Modified Minors Mon, 15 Apr 2013 07:31:39 -0500 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,1121,1121#msg-1121 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,1121,1121#msg-1121 I have just purchased my first Morris, a 61 1000 sedan, she is in good shape and running well besides a couple of things , she needs most of the front bushes changed, they are worn and causing the steering wheel to wobble occasionaly, she also has a hole in the sump and is leaking oil quite badly, can anyone help me by pointing me in the direction of a good morry mechanic who is reasonably priced and reasonably close ,I live in Mosman Park, Perth .I dont have the machanical know how,any help would be much appreciated
cheers Kate]]> charlie21 Modified Minors Fri, 16 Nov 2012 19:53:28 -0600 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,1046,1046#msg-1046 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,1046,1046#msg-1046 Cobus.58 Modified Minors Sun, 21 Apr 2013 17:49:20 -0500 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,906,906#msg-906 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,906,906#msg-906
Thanks for your reply. I have some questions about Point 2.
1) You wrote; I have used a 1949 lowlight grill panel but used mesh on the actual frill section. Now that frill section is very important, ‘cause mine is in very sorry state (See photo) Is that frill section still lingering in your garage?
2) You wrote; The lights that are mounted in the grill are 146mm or 5 3/4" headlights which are the same as what was used originally. I measured the hole in my front (bought in India) and they are for 7 inch headlights (See photo) Now, isn’t that curious? Are you aware of different fronts?
3) On the same photo you can see 2 ‘drain holes’ marked with 2 black arrows. Here in The Netherlands no one knows what they are for. There is one ‘expert’ who claims it has something to do with CKD cars which were for escaping import taxes transported to the many dominions Britain possessed in those days. Any ideas?
4) Was mounting this front relatively straightforward? As work I see
A) Cutting a part out of the inner screen
B) Cutting a bit more out of the fender.
C) Connecting the extra 7 inch head lamps via a relay to a dashboard switch.
D) And Bob’s your uncle

That’s is all for the moment I’m attaching pics of my just finished Traveller restoration because there is still nothing to see of the Van I’m working on currently. For the simple reason that I am only concentrating on overhauling en refurbishing parts like front & rear suspension, steering column, horns, starter motor and so on, and so on.
5) Araluen Blue Is no Moggy colour but…….?

Greetings from Hans.(Dutch Moggyman)
h.havenaar@telfort.nl
Now I must try to upload the pics]]> Dutch moggyman Modified Minors Wed, 25 Apr 2012 14:46:57 -0500 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,884,884#msg-884 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,884,884#msg-884 ynot8u Modified Minors Wed, 16 Jan 2013 23:47:38 -0600 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,877,877#msg-877 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,877,877#msg-877 Post has been removed by the administrator due to violation of the Terms of Service.]]> seanajero Modified Minors Fri, 20 Apr 2012 10:29:14 -0500 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,805,805#msg-805 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,805,805#msg-805 has anyone done this ? parts used & connection info please,
thanks,
Nic]]> nbarter Modified Minors Sun, 01 Apr 2012 02:51:48 -0500 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,722,722#msg-722 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,722,722#msg-722 sealion Modified Minors Mon, 09 Jul 2012 05:24:31 -0500 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,465,465#msg-465 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,465,465#msg-465 Post has been removed by the administrator due to violation of the Terms of Service.]]> pollanla Modified Minors Fri, 06 Jan 2012 01:47:13 -0600 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,253,253#msg-253 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,253,253#msg-253


]]> Skye Modified Minors Sat, 11 May 2013 02:59:35 -0500 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,252,252#msg-252 http://www.morrisminorforum.com/phorum/read.php?8,252,252#msg-252
V6, V8 swaps, hot rod or dragsters, custom interiors welcome!]]> Skye Modified Minors Sat, 19 Nov 2011 18:52:49 -0600