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Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 26-02-25, 04:41 PM

Replies: 5 Dunlop brake calliper replacement. Views: 182 Posted By David C Thank you, Nick. I have rebuilt Dunlop callipers... Thank you, Nick. I have rebuilt Dunlop callipers in the past and never been entirely happy with them. The pin in the middle never seems to let the pad clear as much as newer designs. Changing to...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 26-02-25, 02:09 PM

Replies: 5 Dunlop brake calliper replacement. Views: 182 Posted By David C Thank you, Geoff. I contacted BCC and it turns... Thank you, Geoff. I contacted BCC and it turns out that they used to manufacture Coopercraft callipers back in the day. BCC confirm their brakes are suitable and in fact supply SLJ so that will be...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 26-02-25, 12:32 PM

Replies: 5 Dunlop brake calliper replacement. Views: 182 Posted By David C Dunlop brake calliper replacement. I just tried to order a pair of callipers from Coopercraft but it seems they are no longer trading. Has anyone tried any of the alternatives? I would rather a 4 pot solution so will probably not go...

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 21-02-25, 11:51 PM

Replies: 5 Bristol 603 Electrical circuits Views: 252 Posted By David C Something to bear in mind is that the UK at least... Something to bear in mind is that the UK at least since 1970 the Lucas rating for glass fuses is the Blow current. The continuous rating is half that printed on the fuse. Some other parts of the...

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 18-02-25, 08:46 AM

Replies: 5 Bristol 603 Electrical circuits Views: 252 Posted By David C I don't know the 603 but I imagine it will be... I don't know the 603 but I imagine it will be similar to this: https://www.holden.co.uk/p/voltage_stabiliser_negative_earth?s They are used particularly for the fuel gauge to prevent voltage...

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 18-02-25, 08:40 AM

Replies: 3 Bristol 411 Mark 1 Front Brake Discs Views: 233 Posted By David C Some time ago BG Developments in Bromsgrove made... Some time ago BG Developments in Bromsgrove made some Bristol discs for the American Car Care Centre amongst others. Please report back with an update if you do get in touch with them.

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 13-02-25, 11:20 AM

Replies: 1 Stainless Steel Exhaust for a 411 Mk1 Views: 241 Posted By David C A good place to start for any Bristol parts is... A good place to start for any Bristol parts is Graeme Payne at Bristol Classic Car Parts. He has the majority of the spare parts from the factory and can source many...

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 04-02-25, 04:05 PM

Replies: 4 help again please Views: 303 Posted By David C If you can find oversized bushes it is possible... If you can find oversized bushes it is possible to machine them to size on a lathe. There are some useful videos on youtube.

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 03-02-25, 07:52 PM

Replies: 4 help again please Views: 303 Posted By David C I can't help you with the arms but the air... I can't help you with the arms but the air cleaner on the 410 was originally gloss black so there's a fair chance the 407 was the same.

Forum: For Sale - Cars, Parts & Automobilia (Bristol related only) 01-02-25, 11:32 PM

Replies: 3 Rev counter repair and Clock ideas Views: 300 Posted By David C I updated my tacho by replacing the 1960s... I updated my tacho by replacing the 1960s electronics with a new circuit board made by a company called Spiyda trading on Ebay amongst other outlets. Cost of board about £45. Time to fit about an...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 31-01-25, 07:28 PM

Replies: 5 Thinking about a 401/403 Views: 934 Posted By David C It is a lovely looking car. I do like the white... It is a lovely looking car. I do like the white faced instruments. A lot depends on how you plan to use the car. The 2 litre Bristol responds very well to being driven quite hard and can be great...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 31-01-25, 09:11 AM

Replies: 5 Thinking about a 401/403 Views: 934 Posted By David C First signs are good - it looks as though it has... First signs are good - it looks as though it has a disc brake conversion. Check whether it has an anti roll bar and what engine and gearbox are fitted. Original engine would probably have been 85A at...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 08-01-25, 10:01 AM

Replies: 114 NEW CAR AGAIN.... 1956 Bristol 405 CHASSIS - 4106. 405GMT Views: 17,546 Posted By David C Until I started work on my Woody I would also... Until I started work on my Woody I would also have thought a boat builder would have been a good pace to start but having dug into the subject a bit deeper I think there are more subtleties than it...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 04-01-25, 02:00 PM

Replies: 10 Inspection lamp socket Views: 542 Posted By David C Picture attached with any luck. The end opposite... Picture attached with any luck. The end opposite the bulb is an electro magnet which is of limited use with aluminium...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 02-01-25, 11:39 AM

Replies: 6 Brsitol 406: Advance spring LUCAS DX6A distributor Views: 244 Posted By David C There are 2 models available, 123/Tune-6RVG which... There are 2 models available, 123/Tune-6RVG which needs to be plugged into a computer to tune and 123/Tune+6RVG which has Bluetooth and can be programmed by phone. I can't immediately remember which...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 02-01-25, 09:41 AM

Replies: 6 Brsitol 406: Advance spring LUCAS DX6A distributor Views: 244 Posted By David C If you were happy with how the car was running... If you were happy with how the car was running before the spring broke the least expensive solution would be to measure the diameter of the spring wire and try to find a replacement. I have a few...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 31-12-24, 10:45 AM

Replies: 4 Crack in engine block below exhaust manifold Views: 370 Posted By David C I had an 85 series block successfully repaired... I had an 85 series block successfully repaired many years ago. Much depends on the length of the crack and the thickness of the casting around the crack. A search on the web for "metal stitching"...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 08-12-24, 09:28 AM

Replies: 10 Inspection lamp socket Views: 542 Posted By David C It's a 2 Amp mains plug, often used for domestic... It's a 2 Amp mains plug, often used for domestic lights. Available from CPC, Ebay, Amazon etc. Cost around...

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 07-12-24, 02:13 PM

Replies: 21 410 Air Conditioning Views: 2,458 Posted By David C 410 Aircon compressor mount I am at last making some progress with installation of aircon on my 410. Pictures of compressor pump bracket...

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 07-12-24, 12:40 PM

Replies: 5 Mini starter motor Views: 500 Posted By David C Mini starter motor I finally got round to fitting a more modern starter to my 410. Very impressed! It's about a third the weight and size and spins the engine twice as fast. Powermaster PowerMax Plus 9300. Electrical...

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 18-11-24, 07:15 PM

Replies: 2 Bristol Mechanic Shropshire Views: 492 Posted By David C I have just had my gearbox rebuilt by... I have just had my gearbox rebuilt by Transmission Technology in Solihull. Very pleased with their service and prices. Ken identified a pinion issue on my rear axle and recommended Tim at Central...

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 24-10-24, 07:59 AM

Replies: 3 Removing the motor from an early 412 (400) Views: 490 Posted By David C Advice from Fel-Pro who manufacture replacement... Advice from Fel-Pro who manufacture replacement seals is that in car replacement is possible but unlikely to be successful. It is very difficult to get the top half in without damage unless you...

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 23-10-24, 07:56 AM

Replies: 4 Repairs and parts for Front Grilles 408 - 411 Views: 533 Posted By David C Good to know! For the record, please can you... Good to know! For the record, please can you tell us the name and contact details? Should anyone need a 408 grille I have a spare one with a few slats still attached.

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 22-10-24, 01:02 PM

Replies: 1 410 power steering hose Views: 530 Posted By David C 410 power steering hose Recent modification work to my 410, particularly fitting air conditioning, has prompted me to peer under a good few bonnets recently. One thing that I noticed is that the majority of 410s I have...

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 18-10-24, 09:35 AM

Replies: 1 412 re-wiring project Views: 521 Posted By David C Hello Phil. The BODA website has various 412 and... Hello Phil. The BODA website has various 412 and later wiring diagrams that should prove useful.

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