Search found 11 matches

by BYY922
Thu Aug 30, 2018 7:52 pm
Forum: Wilks' cars P1 and P2, thats cars up to 1947
Topic: Petrol tap corks.
Replies: 1
Views: 2040

Petrol tap corks.

Hi all, I’ve had to replace the Ewart petrol tapcorks on my 1935 Rover 14 due to sucking air on the pump and am wondering what to soak them in prior to assembly?
I’ve been told several different things so would like to know what to use. Ta.
by BYY922
Mon Aug 13, 2018 8:09 am
Forum: Wilks' cars P1 and P2, thats cars up to 1947
Topic: Horrendous vapour lock!!
Replies: 9
Views: 7732

Re: Horrendous vapour lock!!

Well, had to jinx it didn’t I!! The electronic pump is now sucking air intermittently ( couple of loud ticking bursts every 20-30 secs) and won’t pull full throttle so I’m guessing air leak suction side? Had pipe out of tank and seems ok on reserve and normal. The rubber hoses either side of pump ar...
by BYY922
Sun May 13, 2018 3:43 pm
Forum: Wilks' cars P1 and P2, thats cars up to 1947
Topic: Horrendous vapour lock!!
Replies: 9
Views: 7732

Re: Horrendous vapour lock!!

Well, just attended a local car show, about 14 mile round trip, all good. Hot started fine, so I’ll call that a satisfactory result.
by BYY922
Sat May 12, 2018 5:08 pm
Forum: Wilks' cars P1 and P2, thats cars up to 1947
Topic: Horrendous vapour lock!!
Replies: 9
Views: 7732

Re: Horrendous vapour lock!!

Just a quick update, fitted a Facet Posi-flo (that did sterling service in my Land Rover Lightweight) to the offside by the tank. Got it all nice and hot and it restarted several times without issue. All this was in the garage however due to another wet weekend, but I’m due to attend a classic car s...
by BYY922
Fri May 11, 2018 6:22 am
Forum: Wilks' cars P1 and P2, thats cars up to 1947
Topic: Horrendous vapour lock!!
Replies: 9
Views: 7732

Re: Horrendous vapour lock!!

Thanks for your comprehensive replies. My fuel line is on the o/s chassis rail already so that’s taken care of. The pipe enters a pre- filter ( simple plastic see through for convenience and observation) then into the mech pump on the o/s of the block before crossing the block between the radiator a...
by BYY922
Mon May 07, 2018 6:50 pm
Forum: Wilks' cars P1 and P2, thats cars up to 1947
Topic: Horrendous vapour lock!!
Replies: 9
Views: 7732

Horrendous vapour lock!!

Gentlemen, I’m suffering horrendous vapour lock now we have hot weather. I’m considering an electric pump to hot start prime when hot starting or sitting in traffic, anyone tried this? She’s a 1935 14, mech pump was recently rebuilt and runs/starts fine in all weathers/ driving conditions except hot...
by BYY922
Sun Apr 29, 2018 7:03 pm
Forum: Wilks' cars P1 and P2, thats cars up to 1947
Topic: Compression test results?
Replies: 5
Views: 3922

Re: Compression test results?

I was always lead to believe that knurling lead to quicker wear due to the reduced surface area. I’d rather press in new ones, but appreciate the advice.
by BYY922
Mon Apr 23, 2018 6:40 pm
Forum: Wilks' cars P1 and P2, thats cars up to 1947
Topic: Compression test results?
Replies: 5
Views: 3922

Re: Compression test results?

Thanks chaps. Any idea if anyone would have a set of guides/ valves and ballpark price?
by BYY922
Sun Apr 15, 2018 8:57 pm
Forum: Wilks' cars P1 and P2, thats cars up to 1947
Topic: Compression test results?
Replies: 5
Views: 3922

Compression test results?

I’ve just carried out a compression test on my ‘35 14. 1-5 recorded 130 psi and no.6-135 psi. Whilst they’re nice an consistent, I want to know what the bmep is supposed to be as per the factory spec? Additionally, the plugs (Accuspark AC9CR) are oiling and sooty even though mixture and timing are c...
by BYY922
Fri Jan 05, 2018 5:59 pm
Forum: Wilks' cars P1 and P2, thats cars up to 1947
Topic: Rattling horn/advance centre piece?
Replies: 3
Views: 3661

Re: Rattling horn/advance centre piece?

Many thanks Lula. Apologies for late reply, I’ve had to re register to get back on here