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[minimissions]

I well like the look of that with the splitter on the front never thought it would suit a Hornet/Elf but this does look ace! Nice mean look to it..

[imack]

Never been much of an elf/hornet fan but there's something about your car I find quite appealing.

[Mat]

Thanks all! Really pleased with it, took it out for a proper drive/local show today, it’s not perfect by any means but is a good base to work from.

[minimissions]

They don't need to be perfect just as long as your enjoying them! :)

[toromod]

just started the restoration of my 68 Elf so this made interesting reading!

[Mat]

Long time, not much done! Picked up a vac gauge at a show, haven't fitted it yet.



Bought some Minivation hinges- no more bruised head for me! Had to adapt the RH one to clear my non-standard brake cylinder. Had a spent bullet case to hand, which fitted nicely.



Bought a new cylinder head at the same time, a big valve Metro one. I'd been feeling that the standard SPI head was strangling things somewhat, so hopefully this should help until I have a breakdown and buy a K-Series...









I bought a tracker months ago which needs activating a bit sharpish, so once the head is on that'll be next.

Edited by Mat, 30 December 2018 - 04:56 PM.

[minimissions]

Loving the look of this little car!

[Mat]

Thanks, I'm quite fond of it myself!

[GreaseMonkey]

Is that a spanner bracelet? How cool! 

 

Lovely car too. 

[Mat]

It is, from here:

http://www.kwicksilv...uilt-not-bought

They're Snap-on spanners heated and shaped to fit- my wife bought it for me a few years ago. Love it!

[DUF2]

Bought some Minivation hinges- no more bruised head for me! Had to adapt the RH one to clear my non-standard brake cylinder. Had a spent bullet case to hand, which fitted nicely.

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How are the hinges? I have heard varying reports about the fit and operation of them.
With having the Riley grille, access under the bonnet is compromised so reall could do with something like this.
Glad you like the paint job on Duffy!

Edited by DUF2, 15 January 2019 - 07:40 PM.

[Mat]

 

Bought some Minivation hinges- no more bruised head for me! Had to adapt the RH one to clear my non-standard brake cylinder. Had a spent bullet case to hand, which fitted nicely.

.

How are the hinges? I have heard varying reports about the fit and operation of them.
With having the Riley grille, access under the bonnet is compromised so reall could do with something like this.
Glad you like the paint job on Duffy!

 

 

Fit is very good- I haven't used them much as I'm still messing about with the head. The only reason I had to adapt it was because my brake cylinder is from a later car so fouled the gas strut stud.

[DUF2]

Bought some Minivation hinges- no more bruised head for me! Had to adapt the RH one to clear my non-standard brake cylinder. Had a spent bullet case to hand, which fitted nicely.

.

How are the hinges? I have heard varying reports about the fit and operation of them.
With having the Riley grille, access under the bonnet is compromised so reall could do with something like this.
Glad you like the paint job on Duffy!

 
Fit is very good- I haven't used them much as I'm still messing about with the head. The only reason I had to adapt it was because my brake cylinder is from a later car so fouled the gas strut stud.

A little while ago I looked at their website, it suggested they were updating the kit for Elf/Hornet. Yesterday when I looked there were no hinges listed for the Elf/Hornet!

[Mat]

Bought some Minivation hinges- no more bruised head for me! Had to adapt the RH one to clear my non-standard brake cylinder. Had a spent bullet case to hand, which fitted nicely.

.

How are the hinges? I have heard varying reports about the fit and operation of them.
With having the Riley grille, access under the bonnet is compromised so reall could do with something like this.
Glad you like the paint job on Duffy!

 
Fit is very good- I haven't used them much as I'm still messing about with the head. The only reason I had to adapt it was because my brake cylinder is from a later car so fouled the gas strut stud.

A little while ago I looked at their website, it suggested they were updating the kit for Elf/Hornet. Yesterday when I looked there were no hinges listed for the Elf/Hornet!

Nope, they've stopped making them- sadly there aren't enough Elfs or Hornets to provide much of a market. I think I know of another set if you want some?

[Mat]

Dragged her out (literally) today to finish wiring in and register the tracker.



Comes with a window sticker- always a winner for me!



And an app to show where the car is, what it’s doing (idle, switched off or running), and to allow me to switch off the ignition should it be nicked.



This is from www.classic-tracker.com and is a subscription service, totally worth it though I think. And Nick who sold it to me is a cracking chap, registering and answering my questions on a Sunday!