If you are considering an MGB in your near future, watch this first. Check out the list of work I … More
Category: Maintenance
Stubborn Oil Seal Removal
Looks a bit crude but works. Better than levering them out and risking damaging to contact surface of the component. … More
Red Rubber Grease
I’ve had the radiator out the car whilst doing another job and although the last time i took it off … More
Testing Classic Vacuum Advance
A vacuum modulator was introduced to later cars as emission controls became tighter. I will write about these separately and … More
Removing Hub Nuts – clockwise or anti-clockwise?
It’s important that when undoing the hub nuts – front and back – that they are undone the correct direction. … More
Wiper stub nut removal
I recently needed to remove the wiper stubs to replace the rubber seal between it and the body …. but … More
DIY Car Service Parts
Replacing your car parts? Looking for car parts at the best prices to self-service your vehicle? You’re in the right … More
Technical topics, penetrating oils, rust release fluids, V8 Register, MG Car Club
Penetrating oils – how do they compare?The classic car fraternity is often faced with bolts that are difficult to release … More
Cleaning Heavy Rust Deposits from the Engine Block
I have never had to use this stuff but have read it is one of the ways to clean out … More