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  1. la_bigmac

    Random power loss (Battery related)

    As Ozziedog suggested. For me, I had a corroded earth strap from the gearbox to the chassis, the single strand remaining used to glow when cranking.
  2. la_bigmac

    VW of America Super Bowl 2024 advert

    Liked the advert. Liked Taylor swift chugging a beer. No idea what football result was.
  3. la_bigmac

    Track Rods, ends and tracking.

    Thanks all, I had a good climb round under the van at the weekend. Started a shopping list, but could use a pay day first! The Drag link is not centred to the beam (Vertically, looks good horizontally), it looks like it's touched the beam as there are some ware marks on the drag link. I will...
  4. la_bigmac

    Track Rods, ends and tracking.

    Thanks Clem, I could not see a downside to having both sides adjustable (Other than cost) but thought I would ask before I spent money. I guess if I remove the rod with ends unmoved I can match the length on the new one before fitting. (Plan A) My nearest tyre shop were unhelpful with tracking...
  5. la_bigmac

    Track Rods, ends and tracking.

    Hello all, My last MOT resulted on yellow chalk being scribbled all over my track rod ends etc. I have lived with this situation without incident, but have decided its time to stop pushing my luck as I have a few longer trips planned. Questions to the hive mind. 1 - Is it bad to fit...
  6. la_bigmac

    Winnie - Our 1970 Bay

    I fitted one of these, from https://www.classiccarstereo.co.uk BT to phone for calls and Spotify. I have not had a good experience with DAB Aerials. The stick on ones are BS, presently using a mag mount WiFi aerial. Plan to try the splitter thing. DAB is great when there is no data.
  7. la_bigmac

    Parts Wanted Steering column 1972 RHD wanted

    I did this job earlier in the year, fitted a litestear. I only needed to cut the outer tube once removed. Instructions were clear on the measurements and not complicated.
  8. la_bigmac

    Polzeath, Cornwall - this afternoon, not too shabby!

    Love Polzeath especially when the very expensive campsite allows camping in the carpark on the hill at a much cheeper price! @Aldaol Is the food shack still in the lay-by / parking bays you were parked up in? Polzeath photo from a few years back (Expensive campsite VIP zone, about 50m from the...
  9. la_bigmac

    Fuel in crank case.

    Dual carbs, one was spot on, the other was quite a bit off. I had to adjust both in the end as the new valves had slightly different retaining springs. I still think one of the valves was the issue rather than float height.
  10. la_bigmac

    Fuel in crank case.

    Thanks all for your input. I replaced both needle valves and its seems to have solved the problem. For info, purchased the needle valves from https://www.southerncarbs.co.uk/ their website is bunk, but one phone call and the parts were in the post same day.
  11. la_bigmac

    The best awnings ?

    I am still using a driveway frame tent from JK. 15 years old, has stood up well in many storms. Very stable. You can hang an inner 2 man tent or have large enclosed space. Two sides roll up plus the drive away side. Has a short porch on the front side which helps keep the rain off. It's...
  12. la_bigmac

    Fuel in crank case.

    Thanks everyone for your input. Work begins on Saturday! Shame as my carbs are running sweet since a recent rolling road tune up, will try hard not to mess up the mixtures. I already have an electric fuel pump, a fuel cut off solenoid sounds like a good idea, but would hide the issue. But it is...
  13. la_bigmac

    Fuel in crank case.

    Hello all, I noticed a very high oil level in my 1776 with twin weber 40 IDF. Carbs fitted late 2017 so not very old! Purchased from CoolAir. The oil had a very strong smell of petrol, did an oil change checked the levels all good. Took the van out for a shake down all fine, levels all good...
  14. la_bigmac

    Fuel Hose and the dreaded E10

    It's disturbing just how quickly E10 dissolves fuel lines. I try to buy E5 when ever I can especially if the van is going to be sat for awhile and only use E10 on a long run. I considered replacing the lines in the noisy cupboard with copper. My end of season to do list is getting long.
  15. la_bigmac

    Right coil for 123 dissy.

    Humm, have you checked the voltage when you rev it? I have had problems in the past with an alternator which worked most of the time. Load does make a difference. Made it look like a problem with the coil. Hitting it with a hammer got me home from Cornwall. I have a 123 also, I have found...
  16. la_bigmac

    Split Charge draining battery

    Mine is the same as Warren, ignition on it charging else its isolated. I agree with creationblue deduction :-) . I do need to up-rate mine a little as the drain on my LB exceeds the charging capacity. But then I have a stupid amp, capacitors and subs.. What I would say about battery chargers, I...
  17. la_bigmac

    Microsteer PAS for our buses

    Litesteer was straight forward to fit and works great. I have not found it to be bulky. What I would say is the ECU is mounted so any moisture will collect in it so bag it up! I did fit a new (refurbished) steering box first. Makes leaving a Cornish parking space a lot easier!
  18. la_bigmac

    Leisure electrics part 2.

    Gas works for me when camping without hookup, well when we could still get the 15Kg bottles.. Unless its a very hot day I can still make ice. I tend to chill the beer cooling device on the driveway on Mains before heading off. Lots of Beer and freezer blocks help keep things cool while on...
  19. la_bigmac

    Oil cooler / oil pump

    I have never had one, its on the list for the next non stock engine. I was worried about driving mine in the 40oC heat last year on a long run back from Ireland. Fine when moving, but when the motorway grinds to a stop my imagination takes over. I guess some considerations: a little more...
  20. la_bigmac

    Tinware paint

    My engine bay is not colour coordinated. ;-) But I have used High Temp paint on the tinware near the really hot parts, anything else just does not last. If you are using a rattle can, put the can in a bucket of really hot water. Helps mix the paint, better adhesion and more force for better...
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