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by josh_mayhem
Mon Apr 13, 2026 7:42 am
Forum: General
Topic: Bodyshop recommendations Devon/Cornwall
Replies: 3
Views: 3751
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Re: Bodyshop recommendations Devon/Cornwall

Thank you, will give them a call. Much appreciated
by josh_mayhem
Sat Mar 14, 2026 3:05 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Bodyshop recommendations Devon/Cornwall
Replies: 3
Views: 3751
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Bodyshop recommendations Devon/Cornwall

Hi, someone reversed into the nose of my S1 4.2 1967 roadster. And it’s creased the lower section of the bonnet as well as damaged the brightwork. Have had three places decline the work so any tips on a great Bodyshop in Cornwall or Devon would be greatly appreciated. Need someone with solid panel w...
by josh_mayhem
Sun Jan 09, 2022 9:27 am
Forum: Technical
Topic: Won’t start!
Replies: 12
Views: 5702
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Re: Won’t start!

Spark plugs not obviously wet, even after being cranked over a lot, although shining a torch into cylinder the piston head was visibly wet - although I guess that could be condensation?! Will check the carb bowls for fuel. Thank you. The only horrible thought I did have whilst out cycling yesterday ...
by josh_mayhem
Tue Jan 04, 2022 2:31 pm
Forum: Technical
Topic: Won’t start!
Replies: 12
Views: 5702
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Re: Won’t start!

Thank you both. Had checked and plugs definitely sparking when the engine turns over, turned lights off and placed a spare plug on the head whilst cranking it over. Also fuel in the filter bowl, undid the clamp and fuel pee'd out of the top..thankfully and usually I had the foresight to put a rag un...
by josh_mayhem
Tue Jan 04, 2022 10:58 am
Forum: Technical
Topic: Won’t start!
Replies: 12
Views: 5702
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Re: Won’t start!

Hi all, any help would be greatly appreciated... Have a S1 4.2 with SU carbs. Mechanical distributor. Turns over fine, new starter motor and battery last year, after a two year restoration by CMC. Plenty of fuel in the filter bowl. Can hear fuel pump prime upon switching on the ignition. Distributor...