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by John Quilter
Wed May 22, 2024 8:43 pm
Forum: "S"-Type Parts For Sale
Topic: Rear deck "KoolAire" A/C unit
Replies: 5
Views: 186

Re: Rear deck "KoolAire" A/C unit

Coolaire also did a kit for the MG1100 and Austin America, maybe the MGB as well?
by John Quilter
Tue May 21, 2024 3:36 pm
Forum: "S"-Type Parts For Sale
Topic: Rear deck "KoolAire" A/C unit
Replies: 5
Views: 186

Re: Rear deck "KoolAire" A/C unit

Missing the compressor should not be a big issue as this kit would have likely used the old York type and most now fit newer and more efficient and lighter Sanden type and I believe there is a mounting kit to use these on newer installations. They are also likely R134 compatible.
by John Quilter
Mon May 20, 2024 3:57 pm
Forum: "S"-Type Parts For Sale
Topic: Rear deck "KoolAire" A/C unit
Replies: 5
Views: 186

Re: Rear deck "KoolAire" A/C unit

It is likely this aftermarket kit.
by John Quilter
Thu Apr 25, 2024 5:02 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous
Topic: Vibration
Replies: 5
Views: 450

Re: Vibration

I would second the comment above about the engine and gearbox mounts. Many decades ago I removed the gearbox mount cradle (MOD car) and when replacing failed to get all the shim washers back in place as they came out. This resulted in a vibration at speeds around 50 MPH. Reshimmed the mount and elim...
by John Quilter
Fri Apr 05, 2024 4:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Almost a unique collision
Replies: 3
Views: 161

Re: Almost a unique collision

I try to practice 120% situational awareness whenever I take any of my cars out , which are all vintage classics, but the streets have become a tidal wave of rude, impatient, tailgating, and speeding drivers in over powered vehicles or massive pickup trucks. And in my area and there appears to be vi...
by John Quilter
Thu Mar 28, 2024 4:13 am
Forum: "S"-Types For Sale (or Wanted)
Topic: 1965 S-Type 3.8 Manual w/OD, 77159DN for sale in TX
Replies: 4
Views: 627

Re: 1965 S-Type 3.8 Manual w/OD, 77159DN for sale in TX

interesting, only 3 VINs off of Rolly.s blue disc wheel automatic sedan mentioned in the just prior post.
by John Quilter
Sun Feb 18, 2024 6:43 pm
Forum: Ignition & Electrical
Topic: Luggage compartment light 1965 3.8s
Replies: 9
Views: 2160

Re: Luggage compartment light 1965 3.8s

Following up on the boot light issue, I decided to address the recalcitrant mercury switch. My car has been through at least two in 50 years. My solution was to replace the incandescent bulb with an LED (Moss part number LLB989NG {this is for a negative earth car}) and cut open the mercury switch, r...
by John Quilter
Sat Feb 10, 2024 5:06 pm
Forum: Ignition & Electrical
Topic: Luggage compartment light 1965 3.8s
Replies: 9
Views: 2160

Re: Luggage compartment light 1965 3.8s

Yes the mercury switch is problematic, I hit the underside of the boot lid with my fist and it comes on. i do like the idea of an LED for this, Might source one and fit.
by John Quilter
Sun Feb 04, 2024 8:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Interior light door switch
Replies: 6
Views: 574

Re: Interior light door switch

So I'm guessing any work or replacement of this switch, requires removal of the interior kick panel trim for access.
by John Quilter
Tue Jan 09, 2024 5:27 pm
Forum: Suspension, Steering & Brakes
Topic: Locked brakes
Replies: 10
Views: 3790

Re: Locked brakes

Might not be your issue but if the master cylinder is like many there is a return port that allows fluid to return after the brakes are applied. There is a critical adjustment as I recall on the linkage/pushrod the allows this port to be open when the pedal is not depressed. Since you rebuilt the ex...