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by Richard the old one
Tue Nov 26, 2024 4:45 pm
Forum: Dolomite-related [Start here!]
Topic: Electrical faullt
Replies: 9
Views: 876

Re: Electrical faullt

Have you also checked the fuse electrically. You need to do it with a meter as I had one that looked to be ok but it was no longer passing any current.
I will also include https://i.postimg.cc/SjVwwRK8/EPSON050.jpg the 1550 dolomite ignition circuit diagram which I included in Dolly Mixtures no so ...
by Richard the old one
Tue Nov 26, 2024 4:36 pm
Forum: Dolomite-related [Start here!]
Topic: Electrical faullt
Replies: 9
Views: 876

Re: Electrical faullt

The loss of the voltmeter read may just be that the earth connection to the voltmeter is not very good. I suggest you check that the actual voltmeter connections are making a good contact. I did have a problem and It took me quite a time to find it was actual the voltmeter negative connection. Check ...
by Richard the old one
Fri Oct 11, 2024 9:07 pm
Forum: Dolomite-related [Start here!]
Topic: Windscreen washer pumps
Replies: 6
Views: 1900

Re: Windscreen washer pumps

Wonky wobbly jets are a common problem. I have just used some resin to stop them moving about.
by Richard the old one
Mon Sep 30, 2024 2:15 pm
Forum: Dolomite-related [Start here!]
Topic: Dolly 1300cc clutch
Replies: 8
Views: 2796

Re: Dolly 1300cc clutch

Hi Jod.

I found your article interesting to read and I can understand that you have found that it works however after checking my spare slave cylinder a part number GSY105 it does have different size treads so I would not be able to install it as you suggest.

I believe that a GSY103 is notched on ...
by Richard the old one
Mon Sep 23, 2024 3:39 pm
Forum: Parts & Automobilia for Sale
Topic: 1500 Gearbox - Non-overdrive
Replies: 4
Views: 3670

Re: 1500 Gearbox - Non-overdrive

I was a bit quick with my initial response in that I was only considering the internals which you had checked out.
I think you were right to replace the front and rear seals but I would also replace the speedo drive seal part NKC105 as I changed a rear seal on one car thinking it was that which was ...
by Richard the old one
Fri Sep 20, 2024 12:27 pm
Forum: Dolomite-related [Start here!]
Topic: Windscreen washer pumps
Replies: 6
Views: 1900

Re: Windscreen washer pumps

Purchase a modern 12v pump such as part wp12 from www.vechicle products.co.uk. as they seem to last a lot better. I have fitted one on the top of the washer reservoir as the wires and pipes were long enough to fit it there and it is so easy to get at. Use the wife's hair drier to warm up the plastic ...
by Richard the old one
Thu Sep 12, 2024 4:28 pm
Forum: Parts & Automobilia for Sale
Topic: 1500 Gearbox - Non-overdrive
Replies: 4
Views: 3670

Re: 1500 Gearbox - Non-overdrive

The problem is you can't be certain that any new parts will be as good as the ones fitted.
by Richard the old one
Tue Sep 10, 2024 12:08 pm
Forum: The Public Bar - General Chat
Topic: Ziebart Treatment, a poll.
Replies: 14
Views: 3502

Re: Ziebart Treatment, a poll.

Ziebart and other rust protection treatments.

When I purchased my first 1500HL Dolomite in May 1977 I had it Ziebarted and when I checked it over I did find a couple of areas where I considered the coverage to be either lacking or poor so I took it back and these areas were treated to my ...
by Richard the old one
Sun Sep 08, 2024 11:25 am
Forum: Meetings & Events
Topic: Triumph Dolomite Club International Rally (TDCIR) 2024
Replies: 16
Views: 9384

Re: Triumph Dolomite Club International Rally (TDCIR) 2024

I went up to Worksop on the Wednesday before the event and did not come home until Tuesday. There were plenty of places to visit in the area. It was made more enjoyable as we were able to go out for an evening meal after the event with Mike Tailor and his wife. I am always disappointed that more ...
by Richard the old one
Sat Aug 24, 2024 10:05 am
Forum: Dolomite-related [Start here!]
Topic: Rear crankshaft seal
Replies: 22
Views: 5104

Re: Rear crankshaft seal

Can you please provide the part number for the double seal.
by Richard the old one
Fri Aug 23, 2024 10:08 am
Forum: Dolomite-related [Start here!]
Topic: Rear crankshaft seal
Replies: 22
Views: 5104

Re: Rear crankshaft seal

Has anyone identified the part number and supplier for a suitable double lip seal as that does seem to be a good idea.
by Richard the old one
Thu Jun 13, 2024 8:10 pm
Forum: Dolomite-related [Start here!]
Topic: [Dolomite 1500] Wheel Size and Other Options
Replies: 17
Views: 4013

Re: [Dolomite 1500] Wheel Size and Other Options

I would think it would be quite easy to change all the 3/8 studs for sprint 7/16 studs. This could be another option.
by Richard the old one
Sat Jun 08, 2024 4:39 pm
Forum: Dolomite-related [Start here!]
Topic: Sprint fuel filler cap
Replies: 4
Views: 1044

Re: Sprint fuel filler cap

What you can do is to take the rubber seal out and then cut a groove across it to let air in and then replace it. I do not think many MoT engineers actual look at the seal and it is no different from having a vented cap.
by Richard the old one
Fri Jun 07, 2024 5:15 pm
Forum: Dolomite-related [Start here!]
Topic: Sprint fuel filler cap
Replies: 4
Views: 1044

Re: Sprint fuel filler cap

It can be quite difficult to see if a locking type petrol cap is vented so I will attach a photograph of a cap that I stripped down to find out how it was vented.
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by Richard the old one
Thu May 09, 2024 7:19 pm
Forum: Dolomite-related [Start here!]
Topic: Shaun - steering clamps
Replies: 3
Views: 871

Re: Shaun - steering clamps

When the racks were originally built the hole had a small round plastic plug fitted in it, part number 145108. I have been told it acts as a damper on the rack shaft as obviously there must be some play between the shaft and the racks tube The plastic plug was kept in place by wrapping insulating ...