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Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 09-09-23, 01:57 PM

Replies: 5 405 ignition problem Views: 1,033 Posted By James McClure I had this exact problem on my 401 many years... I had this exact problem on my 401 many years ago. A previous owner had connected so many things off the ignition switch and the switch can’t handle that much current draw. The worst was the...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 29-01-16, 09:45 PM

Replies: 4 Advice needed on 403 fuel tank cleaning Views: 2,410 Posted By James McClure We have a company in the US called Eastwood. Many... We have a company in the US called Eastwood. Many restoration tools, including a fuel tank resto kit. I've used it successfully. Includes an acid and a liquid that becomes an inner liner. Does not...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 29-01-16, 09:36 PM

Replies: 3 401 Dashboard instruments Views: 2,916 Posted By James McClure Temp Gauges The shop in Tunbridge Wells. Don't remember their name. You cont fix the capillary tube yourself. At lest I've never seen info on doing this. I've seen gauges for sale on eBay.

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 19-02-14, 06:43 AM

Replies: 29 Cylinder head spanner remanufacture Views: 15,069 Posted By James McClure Used to see these in tool boxes, 1/2" and 9/16"... Used to see these in tool boxes, 1/2" and 9/16" with this shape. Starter or generator bolts. Ratchets took their place I bet.

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 19-02-14, 02:05 AM

Replies: 39 Bristol Engines Views: 23,383 Posted By James McClure The 2.4 is a short stroke 3.4 straight 6, and is... The 2.4 is a short stroke 3.4 straight 6, and is almost 2" shorter, so should be lighter also. Nice looking engine and I already have one, with triple 1/1/2" SU's!

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 16-02-14, 03:03 AM

Replies: 39 Bristol Engines Views: 23,383 Posted By James McClure Jag Motor?? I must admit that I've been thinking of selling the motor and gearbox from my 401. Then possibly installing a 2.4 Jag motor, which I have. Hopefully not much weight added, as the 2.4 is lighter...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 11-06-13, 06:30 PM

Replies: 2 401 ignition switch lucas 5 replacement Views: 2,142 Posted By James McClure Faulty switch? First of all: I have seen some of these switches at Beaulieu. Also, I had problems with my switch, as it was expected to do more than it could, as in run more than 10amps through it! I connected...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 23-11-12, 01:57 AM

Replies: 8 Alternator fusing Views: 2,719 Posted By James McClure Fuses This panel attaches to the back of the dash, so is unseen. On the other side of the panel are three relays. I found that a relay is needed for the electric fan, at the least. Often the charging...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 01-09-11, 11:42 PM

Replies: 13 401-403 Wiring Schematic Views: 5,122 Posted By James McClure My 401 had been retrofitted with flashers before... My 401 had been retrofitted with flashers before I owned it. I reconnected the semaphores on to the proper switch. The semaphores can't support a flasher, I believe, as you can't get a bright bulb...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 12-08-11, 04:27 PM

Replies: 25 Fuel starvation (403) Views: 13,349 Posted By James McClure Brass to copper On the statement that a plumber advised that soldering brass to copper is problematic: Brass is merely copper alloyed with zinc. They solder together quite well. Plumbers use soft solder only,...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 06-08-11, 09:51 PM

Replies: 13 401-403 Wiring Schematic Views: 5,122 Posted By James McClure Thanks, I will soon download the finished... Thanks, I will soon download the finished schematic, in high resolution PDF.

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 09-04-11, 10:03 PM

Replies: 5 403 indicator switch dismantling Views: 3,205 Posted By James McClure Indicators Here are 2 photos that illustrate how I installed LED indicators. I wanted them to not be noticeable and they are not. The LED's peak out of their small holes just enough.

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 03-03-11, 06:05 PM

Replies: 13 401-403 Wiring Schematic Views: 5,122 Posted By James McClure And, the final PDF of this will be high... And, the final PDF of this will be high definition, single page size, for those who want it emailed to them. I like doing these in color; no need to trace a line with your finger and find you've...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 02-03-11, 04:34 AM

Replies: 13 401-403 Wiring Schematic Views: 5,122 Posted By James McClure My intent is to make a color version of the... My intent is to make a color version of the schematic, and might be more realistic if there are errors in the manual version. I also wanted to do this as I am making changes to mine and wanted a...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 01-03-11, 05:15 PM

Replies: 13 401-403 Wiring Schematic Views: 5,122 Posted By James McClure 401-403 Wiring Schematic I have attached a wiring schematic I am working on. I invite any suggestions on changes, additions. From early 401's to the 403's, there appear to have been some changes; mostly color codes. When...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 10-02-11, 06:00 PM

Replies: 5 403 indicator switch dismantling Views: 3,205 Posted By James McClure Rewire with additions Here is a current photo of my dash electrical. In the lower left is an added bracket which holds 4 relays and 20 fuses. This bracket attaches up and out of site. The wiring shown is from a...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 28-11-10, 08:22 PM

Replies: 5 I am 23 and just racked down a 403 in a barn. Now what? Views: 3,220 Posted By James McClure Sad when an owner turns a nice car into junk. ... Sad when an owner turns a nice car into junk. This car is now only good for the few remaining untouched parts. I'm in Silicon Valley, California, with 401/1209.

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 22-11-10, 04:37 AM

Replies: 4 403 dashboard lights Views: 2,794 Posted By James McClure Where is your electric fan switch connected? The... Where is your electric fan switch connected? The fans draw quite a bit of power.

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