Anyone know of a non-servo tandem split circuit master cylinder? I'm trying to fit a diagonal split circuit system to a Daimler 250 V8. It came with a single circuit system that used a remote servo and a non-servo 7/8" master cylinder. Normally one would have to fit two servos to do this, however I've found a double acting servo to replace the old single one but I can't find a non- servo...

I get the impression from reading the Triumph Spitfire 1500 Handbook that the only way to check the gearbox (transmission) oil is to go under the car. Is there a gauge elsewhere? Thanks Paul

It has been quite a while since I updated my website at: http://www.stephen.hull.btinternet.co.uk/ anyway I've uploaded a new page: http://www.stephen.hull.btinternet.co.uk/traditional.html which may be of particular interest to people wanting to know the old methods of traditional coachpainting, its quite comprehensive and will make a lengthy read. Enjoy Stephen.

need 10 of these not bothered about the condition, anyone got any leads. TIA dave -- I only please one person per day. Today is not your day. Tomorrow isn't looking good either. - Scott Adams

No pics yet I'm afraid, but I've been offered something which made me think "Hmm, Auto****e or alright?" 1969 Zodiac Executive in Browny Goldy Beige Metallic (you know the colour), 60,000 miles, old MOTs and bills and stuff, allegedly close to immaculate. Described as being "Very tidy indeed". Manual, 3.0 Essex, supposedly a really tidy example. MOT'd and taxed etc. What do these things...

Thought this is as good a place to ask as any. On the Jensen (Interceptor III) master cylinder there are two little plastic gubbins that go into the master cylinder that the hoses going to the remote brake fluid resevoir connect on to. I need one. Sharpish. What else uses the remote resevoir system and SOEnglish brakes? and when they're 35 years old, mega fragile...

Who took the challenge get rid of those old cars for 2000 quid some are not worth that. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1172736/Bangers-cash-Drivers-2-000-incentive-trade-old-cars-new-models--REALLY-help.html?ITO=1490 Bangers for cash: Drivers get £2,000 incentive to trade in old cars for new models... but how much will it REALLY help?

I was chatting to a neighbour over the garden wall last Sunday morning when a convoy of small 30s saloons crawled up our apology for a road 30 yards or more away. What struck me even at that distance was how bright their paintwork looked. It must haven taken absolutely hours of polishing to achieve the sort of finish that hints at the need for sunglasses to even look in that direction. Some...

After I bought my Minor 1000, I had a lot of trouble because it wouldn't start when hot. I thought I had fixed it, it has been starting first time and I have been driving around happily for nearly a year. Until yesterday. I got stuck in a traffic queue. The sort where you creep forward one car's length every so often. After about a quarter of an hour I got to the front of the queue - an...

As per the subject. I have an 11" Astrali but I'm struggling to turn it and want to go to 13". There seems plenty of choice on Ebay, but I'm wondering if those 6 small holes and the large centre hole will line up? (I want to leave the boss in place). Thanks for any help.

I believe 1965 was when fitting seatbelts in the front was made compulsary for new cars. Was it 3 point fixing from the start - or were some cars fitted with lap straps only? If so when did 3 point fixing become compulsary? Thanks for any info.

Not sure what to do with this... I've lumbered myself with sorting out and disposing of my father-in-law's 1984 BMW. It belonged to his father from almost new and has only done 48,000 miles, but has been standing for the last 5 years. Bodywork is excellent, so it'd be easy to recommission and get back on the road as a very tidy car. But the costs don't seem to add up. It needs a full exhaust...

I've had the engine out of my 79 VW camper to redo the oil seals. Whilst out I also removed the torque converter of the automatic transmission and did the seal in that too. Now on reassembly, I have no drive. The torque converter has been reconnected and spins OK with the engine running. Also I've checked the fluid. All I've done is slide the torque converter out off the 3 sets of concentric...

Question on Jags ******************************* I am not knowledgeable on car audio systems at all. I have a few questions: 1. What has a greater impact on the sound quality of a car audio system ? Is it the speakers or the sound unit ie CD changer/player/radio ?

i want to paint my ally wheels in satin black, any suggestions will i need a primer or can i spray it straight on. cheers dave -- I only please one person per day. Today is not your day. Tomorrow isn't looking good either. - Scott Adams

I have a 1700cc Transit which needs a new carb urgently in order to move it. The mounting flange seems the same as a range of carbs fitted to Fords but I was wondering if the Ford VV would fit, before I get one? Any further suggestions without spending to much money!!??

Now all our wardrobes are full of hiphopclothes and coogihoodies,can we get back to the mundane subject of nice old cars? Picked up this photo amongst a collection of old pics. Beautiful motor car. Anyone like a guess at its model?? Find the Picture at the following:- http://home-and-garden.webshots.com/photo/2389891210041170552dgjEzA

About time I got myself a decent supply of unleaded additive for the Rover (2000TC). Is Castrol Valvemaster Plus still the tipple of choice? Where do you buy it? Another 2000TC owning colleague wants to split a bulk purchase so we're looking to save a few quid. The only local supplier is Halfrauds, who charge over 14quid per 250ml. BTW, these Rovers benefit from the octane boost, hence the...

hi all i am currently restoring my ford capri mk 1. I tried to remove the flexible coupling, but after removing the clamp bolt, the flexible coupling wont detach from the spline. It moves about an inch, but wont come out completely. Has anyone encountered this problem before, and how i can remove it completely? Thanks for your help. James

Just curious - Sunday Times Magazine22/3/09, Page 60 - just wonder what the car is? Probably American, presumably two door judging by thr lerngth of the visible one, very uncomfortable treatment around the C pillar (or should that be B as there's only two of them) and what looks like lots of clip-on plastic trim around the wheel arches and door frame. Massive front overhang. Olds Toronado? ...