The 'E' Type Forum

Thanks for the replies to my problem. Can I assume the brake servo is the problem of passing fluid to the intake? Or is there any other path for the fluid that I could check. I see that there is a check valve in the system too. A rebuild kit of seals is about $60 for the servo so not to bad...New se...

Loss of brake fluid from the master brake front brakes sys. Trying to trouble shot this I pumped up the brakes with the pedal. When engine started much white smoke belched from exhaust. I get no smoke if pedal not pumped. Could brake fluid finding it’s way into the intake from pumping the pedal many...

I want to jack up the rear of my Series 2. I have a grinding noise that I want to isolate to the rear of the car and I would like to spin the rear wheels. Spin by hand or with the engine to determine where the noise is coming from. The noise is there all the time when the car is rolling. I would lik...

I changed the front brake pads and noticed when I spun the disc I was getting a scrapping sound from one brake disc. I have been hearing that type of sound when driving and sound like 2 pieces of fine sandpaper rubbing together. And it goes away when brakes applied. I saw from the book to keep of th...

New link to a web site for help. Installed a generic altenator and relays were by passed. The mount is on top of the engine facing backwards. I am on my 3rd Altenator as the other ones failed electrically type of failureia the diodes. I was directed to a web site showing how to install a fan that wi...

Just go the headlight ring off. Minor chipping of the black rubber/plastic behind the ring. I like the idea of checking voltages thru side light. Also, I ordered a official manual and suggested by all of you. I was a Air Force fighter jet mechanic and I know better. I was just being cheap. Voltages ...

Thanks to those who gave the secret of getting to the headlight ring. I have a minimum manual but show no exploded view of the headligh assy. I didn't want to damage any of the paint in the area. I have gone through 3 alternators in the past year as the diodes keep blowing. The latest one lasted abo...

I need to check the voltage at the headlights. They are very dim right now and the alternator diodes have blown. I don't have a maintenance manual and all I see is one screw holding the ring around the hood opening. If someone could get me started getting the lights out it would be greatly appreciat...

I have a mild grinding noise that happens all the time the wheels are rolling. It was diagnosed as a failing u-joint by and respectable mechanic. Is there a way to lube or replace with out a big engine or rear end removal?

Just got my SeriesII car back from installation of a new left frame member (Old one cracked and broke) The brakes are not right, the engagement point of the pedal starting push the master piston lowers until the pedal is almost to the floor. No fluid level changes in the bottles. After some time of ...

Checked the dip stick today and found the stick was at about a 15deg angle causing the tip to miss the hole in the baffle. Now reads correctly. Thanks.

Thanks for the info. I was thinking it had something to do with the baffle in the pan. I have not had time to look at it now that is for tomorrow. I have had the car less than a year but next month, May the year will be up. I saw there was a baffle in the pan but not sure how it is attached. Let you...

Changed my oil for the first time and found that the dip stick would hit something before it was fully in. It showed some oil but would never show into the crosshatched area even though the correct amount of oil was in and engine started and let sit for 5 - 10 mins. Any ideas of what it could be hit...

Hi Ash, Just saw you post as I didn't look through this section. Yes I had the alternator bearings replaced and it fixed the noise but the alternator didn't work properly. A long story is I bought a Bosch copy from Ebay and it never worked no mater how I wired it. After 2 months I took it to a Briti...

Thanks Tom

I found the same thing here and with Google. The cooling isn’t a big problem but something to watch.
I’m not going to worry about it.

Thanks
Elliott

I am planning to install a new modern alternator with internal regulator. My 69,S2 with A/C moves the alternator mount to above the center pulleys backwards. So the rotation in that configuration is reverse of the normal mount place (left side of motor). Will the Lucas model alternator, suggested in...

Steve, I apologize for no getting on with a replacement. I think I saw it just as we were leaving for an Alaskan cruise. I had a guy rework the old alternator and I am going to try that one first. I am struggling with the way it is suppose to go together but I have to give it one try and if not work...

I am looking for a instructions on how to change out my alternator with no regulator to one with an internal regulator. What wiring changes are need to be made. I have seen some to buy but is there one that is preferred over another?
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Elliott
69 ser2

I want to put in a alternator with an internal regulator and get rid of the relays. I need info on how to change the wiring and where to buy an alternator...

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Searching why my ignition light will not come on with ignition sw. Found the connection on the alternator which is the main power with a hefty wire is connected. It had become very hot the rubber cover was melted the the brown insulator piece was burn't in half. This one is in the plastic holding th...