After looking for a dolomite for quite a long time I have finally been able to acquire VVJ a faded orange 1500HL. Looking forward to getting her home and sorting her out
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| Author: | dodojoe16 [ Wed Mar 01, 2017 9:56 pm ] |
| Post subject: | 1978 1500hl VVJ |
After looking for a dolomite for quite a long time I have finally been able to acquire VVJ a faded orange 1500HL. Looking forward to getting her home and sorting her out . |
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| Author: | Toledo Man [ Fri Mar 03, 2017 7:18 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 1978 1500hl VVJ |
Photos are a must with a thread such as this. Let us know how you get on. |
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| Author: | Mad Mart [ Fri Mar 03, 2017 7:46 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 1978 1500hl VVJ |
Photos are optional. If he wants to post photos then he will. 
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| Author: | James467 [ Fri Mar 03, 2017 10:39 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 1978 1500hl VVJ |
That looks like it will come up well with a machine polish! Keep us updated Joe, I'm busy restocking the club spares so if theres anything you need then give the club spares line a call. |
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| Author: | dodojoe16 [ Sun Mar 05, 2017 11:45 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 1978 1500hl VVJ |
Yes looking forward to picking her up next Saturday. I did put a picture up with the first post but not sure if you can see it ? There's a little bit to be done but she's got an MoT till June so going to give her a good sevice then use and see what needs doing. The only thing I need to hunt out is what type of air filter does it need ? Are they wire mesh ones like on old landrovers or paper replacements ? Thanks Joe |
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| Author: | markas [ Mon Mar 06, 2017 5:08 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 1978 1500hl VVJ |
Welcome to Dolomite ownership! You may only think you need one thing, but that's now it starts...  The air filters are the paper element type - GFE 1063. They are shared with Midget & Spitfire 1500s. I'm sure you're aware your 1500HL is on twin carbs so will need two. |
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| Author: | dodojoe16 [ Mon Mar 06, 2017 6:14 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 1978 1500hl VVJ |
Yer I'm sure there's going to be many bits that fall off and go wrong... same as my old Land Rover. Thanks will order some now. |
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| Author: | dodojoe16 [ Sun Mar 12, 2017 12:24 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 1978 1500hl VVJ |
She's home ! VVJ has come home after a 5 hour round trip. Only managed two pictures from it but will get some more soon. Insurance tomorrow and then starts the fun driving !  |
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| Author: | dodojoe16 [ Mon Mar 13, 2017 11:32 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 1978 1500hl VVJ |
Had VVJ out for first proper run today and come across a little problem. The accelerator pedal seems to be very stiff making it more into a on off button ? Do the carbs need a rebuild or is there another cure ? I've cleaned and lubricated the linkage around the carbs ? Thanks |
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| Author: | GTS290N [ Mon Mar 13, 2017 2:11 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 1978 1500hl VVJ |
Check the throttle pedal and pivot inside the car, make sure the carpet isn't fouling, check the cable is free to move within the outer sleeve. If you need a new cable this one is recommended by Jeroen: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/222121116506? ... EBIDX%3AIT You have checked the whole linkage is free to move and returns OK? |
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| Author: | dodojoe16 [ Mon Mar 13, 2017 2:34 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 1978 1500hl VVJ |
Its a strange one. When the engine is off the throttle is free and moves very easily but when the engine is runnimg it seems to bind up ? Its very confusing. |
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| Author: | James467 [ Mon Mar 13, 2017 2:44 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 1978 1500hl VVJ |
Interesting, check the earth strap, there may be a bad connection. The accelerator cable will then act as the earth strap heating the cable and causing binding. |
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| Author: | AlanH [ Mon Mar 13, 2017 7:15 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 1978 1500hl VVJ |
Undo the carbs from the linkage and see if you still get the problem. |
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| Author: | dodojoe16 [ Tue Mar 14, 2017 12:14 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 1978 1500hl VVJ |
Checked the earth strap and it all seems ok. I believe there is meant to be a small amount of oil inside the carbs to act as damping? How would I check the leave of this ? |
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| Author: | James467 [ Tue Mar 14, 2017 12:43 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: 1978 1500hl VVJ |
On the top of the carb dashpot, the domed bit, there is a black plastic screw cap, remove it and fill up the chambers with 20/50 oil or dashpot oil if you have it..  That wouldn't cause the throttle stiffness though, they just lubricate the pistons which go up and down under vacuum controlling the fuelling. |
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