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[Chris_R]

1990 mini with 1275 metro engine (or is it 1300?)

Just bought this car as a non-runner. I know that the previous owner had the distributor out and that there is apparantly a loose clutch, so thought the first thing to check is the static timing. Engine turns over ok on the key so I know it's not seized, but I can't turn the thing over by hand no matter what I try!! I can't rock the car with it in gear as the clutch must be seized - pedal is solid and car rolls in gear without engine turning over. I thought with the plugs out I'd be able to turn it with the fan but I just can't get any movement at all and to cap it all the bottom pulley has been welded to the crankshaft so there's no nut on there that I can use.

Any hints or tips chaps?

[mrbridger]

1990 mini with 1275 metro engine (or is it 1300?)

Just bought this car as a non-runner. I know that the previous owner had the distributor out and that there is apparantly a loose clutch, so thought the first thing to check is the static timing. Engine turns over ok on the key so I know it's not seized, but I can't turn the thing over by hand no matter what I try!! I can't rock the car with it in gear as the clutch must be seized - pedal is solid and car rolls in gear without engine turning over. I thought with the plugs out I'd be able to turn it with the fan but I just can't get any movement at all and to cap it all the bottom pulley has been welded to the crankshaft so there's no nut on there that I can use.

Any hints or tips chaps?

have you tried using a spanner/socket on the alternator bolt?

[Chris_R]

Yes i have, that just spins the alternator pulley without moving the belt. I guess I could over tighten the fan belt and try it again.

[Pauly]

Take the spark plugs out, will make it easier.

[Chris_R]

They are out!

[liirge]

IGNORE ME!

Edited by liirge, 07 September 2010 - 06:36 PM.

[HARBER07]

Not if his clutch is seized...

[liirge]

Aye....sorry didn't read properly!