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Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 30-04-14, 11:30 PM

Replies: 6 Proper brake fluid? Views: 3,007 Posted By Janne Castrol writes it exceeds DOT 3 and DOT 4. Sounds... Castrol writes it exceeds DOT 3 and DOT 4. Sounds like DOT 5.1.

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 28-04-14, 11:23 PM

Replies: 6 Proper brake fluid? Views: 3,007 Posted By Janne I used DOT 4 in UK, but here I switched to DOT... I used DOT 4 in UK, but here I switched to DOT 5.1. Higher boiling point, but the same base chemistry. It was not easy to source.

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 28-04-14, 11:20 PM

Replies: 7 Radiator dimensions Views: 2,205 Posted By Janne If it has been modified like you say then maybe... If it has been modified like you say then maybe the best thing to do is to measure it up yourself. Make it 2-3 cm smaller in height and width, so you can have brackets made locally and fitted. As you...

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 28-01-14, 09:47 PM

Replies: 36 Getting the engine of a Bristol 410 running for the first time in seven years Views: 13,838 Posted By Janne 411 S5 also has the mechanical pump. Had to have... 411 S5 also has the mechanical pump. Had to have it replaced last year. Why install an electric pump, when the mechanical ones work? Less parts that can fail.

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 05-12-13, 05:30 PM

Replies: 5 Raerer than hen's headlights Views: 2,837 Posted By Janne During my 10 years in UK I saw maybe 5 Bristols... During my 10 years in UK I saw maybe 5 Bristols on the road. They are rare. Of course I could have missed a few "modern" ones, as the design is - let us say - very discreet. One Fighter.

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 25-11-13, 10:35 PM

Replies: 5 Door closer bracket Views: 2,110 Posted By Janne None in stock? None in stock?

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 25-11-13, 03:33 AM

Replies: 5 Door closer bracket Views: 2,110 Posted By Janne Well, I bought one from Bristol some years ago.... Well, I bought one from Bristol some years ago. Maybe it is easiest to call them first!

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 03-11-13, 01:04 AM

Replies: 8 V8 Series Windscreens Views: 2,720 Posted By Janne Ask Pilkington how long they have made the 411... Ask Pilkington how long they have made the 411 screen. You will be told 7 or 8 years. And they used a 411s5 screen to get the shape etc.

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 27-10-13, 09:13 PM

Replies: 11 Question Views: 2,184 Posted By Janne OT: As long as the VIN plate is of a vehicle 25... OT: As long as the VIN plate is of a vehicle 25 years older....... ( easy on a Defender, the Meccano of vehicles)

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 19-09-13, 09:24 PM

Replies: 11 412 Restoration Views: 4,827 Posted By Janne Bristol Ltd can sell you any spare parts you... Bristol Ltd can sell you any spare parts you need. For the engine, gearbox and diff, you just need to know the exact model variation, and get the arts from the US. A new gearbox ( assume Torqueflite...

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 06-09-13, 05:41 PM

Replies: 2 Exhaust system + diff Views: 1,862 Posted By Janne Received the quote from Bristol Cars Ltd, and the... Received the quote from Bristol Cars Ltd, and the whole system ( both sides) was surprisingly cheap. UKP 1428.42 excl shipping. I do not think it is stainless tough.

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 05-09-13, 07:54 PM

Replies: 2 Exhaust system + diff Views: 1,862 Posted By Janne Exhaust system + diff So my Bristol has failed its MOT ( road worthiness testing) due to a holed exhaust and a leaking diff. The diff should not be too diff-icult to fix ;) but the exhaust is another thing. Do you guys...

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 22-08-13, 07:32 PM

Replies: 6 New headlamps Views: 2,716 Posted By Janne ( I do not have any economic interest in Holden... ( I do not have any economic interest in Holden Classic & Vintage) A good selection of 7 inch lamps at Holden, cheap as chips! The Cibies are 34 UKP each.

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 20-08-13, 09:53 PM

Replies: 2 411 Windscreen wiper stalk Views: 1,996 Posted By Janne If you mean the arm the movable rubber ended bit... If you mean the arm the movable rubber ended bit its on, they are generic. I bought mine ( polished stainless steel) from one of the companies that cater to the Vintage car bunch. Not sure, but could...

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 20-08-13, 03:58 PM

Replies: 36 Getting the engine of a Bristol 410 running for the first time in seven years Views: 13,838 Posted By Janne Check the rubber hoses between the radiator and... Check the rubber hoses between the radiator and engine too.

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 13-08-13, 04:21 PM

Replies: 6 New headlamps Views: 2,716 Posted By Janne I find the light output superb on the 7 inch... I find the light output superb on the 7 inch Halogen lamps. I would not replace them with any other tech. (just my 2 cents..!)

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 11-08-13, 02:49 AM

Replies: 36 Getting the engine of a Bristol 410 running for the first time in seven years Views: 13,838 Posted By Janne Fully agree with Claude. After sitting for 7... Fully agree with Claude. After sitting for 7 years, you need to check through all systems, like electrical, hydraulic etc, replace all fluids ( brakes, engine oil, powesvsteering, gearbox oil etc)...

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 03-08-13, 01:21 PM

Replies: 8 V8 Series Windscreens Views: 2,720 Posted By Janne Are the rubber seals used on Bristols not... Are the rubber seals used on Bristols not generic? I recall buying most from other companies than Bristol. I think including the rear and front windshild rubbers.

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 31-07-13, 09:55 PM

Replies: 8 V8 Series Windscreens Views: 2,720 Posted By Janne I had the misfortune to get a stone crack the... I had the misfortune to get a stone crack the windscreen on my 411 S5. My insurance used Autoglass. As the windscreens ( for the 411 at least) are not generic or fitted to some other car, they had a...

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 18-04-13, 08:26 PM

Replies: 3 Fuel gauge sender Views: 2,820 Posted By Janne Thanks guys! I will run the tank almost dry,... Thanks guys! I will run the tank almost dry, then have a look. I did have the tank cleaned out recently due to lots of debris. Guess some of the debris could have lodged in the sender unit?

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 11-04-13, 09:48 PM

Replies: 3 Fuel gauge sender Views: 2,820 Posted By Janne Fuel gauge sender My 411 S5 seems to be suffering from a dead fuel sensor/sender unit. Testing of the gauge tests positive, etc. Does anybody know if there is a "generic" unit made? Or, anybody know the manufacturer...

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 11-04-13, 09:43 PM

Replies: 4 One the hunt for an affordable Bristol Views: 2,148 Posted By Janne The words "Bristol" and "affordable" are seldom... The words "Bristol" and "affordable" are seldom used together.... :) But "Bristol" and "very enjoyable" - yes! If I may advice, I would look for the best possible example, as a proper restoration...

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 14-08-12, 09:21 PM

Replies: 9 411 windscreen and rear screen removal Views: 2,969 Posted By Janne I agree. I cracked the windscreen on my S5 (... I agree. I cracked the windscreen on my S5 ( large stone) and had problems finding a replacement. Autoglass replaced the rubber ( standard H-shaped black rubber) on the back screen, and fitted the...

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 19-03-12, 05:33 PM

Replies: 11 411s5 tyres Views: 4,663 Posted By Janne Thanks Thank you all for your help. I need to take it in for a tune up ( it has been standing for a year) of the engine, and I will ask them to check the supention.

Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 18-03-12, 02:29 PM

Replies: 11 411s5 tyres Views: 4,663 Posted By Janne I have tha Avons on it. Here on Islafnd, the... I have tha Avons on it. Here on Islafnd, the roundabouts have a camber that slopes out. Sound crazy, it is craxy, but done so the water runs off during the trop. rains. When I had 30 PSI on them,...

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