That CT OK feeling...

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Liz · #1 Post by **Liz** » Sun Oct 02, 2022 6:25 pm

The Minor van has sailed through it's CT with only the usual little mentions which pop up every time, typical with older vehicles.
Two years before we have to think about it again.
Didn't do anything to it before hand other than get two new front tyres, hoover out the dog fur and give it a quick wash. I don't think it's fair to give Didier a mucky vehicle to check over!

Hotrodder · #2 Post by **Hotrodder** » Mon Oct 03, 2022 11:32 am

The rain has stopped today so I'm going to make a start rebuilding the front suspension on my old van. I only noticed last night after re-reading the failure notice. I have to do both sides, not just the one he pointed to.

Then the Mrs. reads out a nice ad for a property that has two huge workshops, one with a car lift installed.

Liz · #3 Post by **Liz** » Mon Oct 03, 2022 4:25 pm

So you are off out looking at the house then?

Our little abode was bought as a 'lock up and leave' second home, no grass, just a courtyard and the ground floor is a garage. The garage currently houses 4 Minors - one half re-built so as you know it takes up more room with the 'loose' parts scattered about, a couple of classic motorbikes, bike trailer plus freezer, washing machine, boiler etc etc.
Not high enough for a lift, and the trailer tent lives elsewhere with a load of odd Minor parts - bootlids and the like.
You can't have enough garage space, ever!

curtis · #4 Post by **curtis** » Mon Oct 03, 2022 4:32 pm

That's a proper sous-sol !
When we bought our place I noticed the sous-sol was "vierge !! No transformation, no kid's playrooms. So I have a large workshop, four classics and space for another. However, I have agreed with myself that enough is enough.

Polly · #5 Post by **Polly** » Mon Oct 03, 2022 5:52 pm

curtis wrote: ↑Mon Oct 03, 2022 4:32 pm That's a proper sous-sol !
When we bought our place I noticed the sous-sol was "vierge !! No transformation, no kid's playrooms. So I have a large workshop, four classics and space for another. However, I have agreed with myself that enough is enough.

Do you always agree with yourself, or might another one creep in?

curtis · #6 Post by **curtis** » Mon Oct 03, 2022 6:49 pm

I was tempted at a rassemblement this weekend, and it wouldn't have taken up much space !
I have enough to keep me happy as there is usually something to do after and before each competitive event (rallyes and hillclimbs).
In fact one is in the bodyshop for repairs after an accident (not my fault) during a rallye in the Limousin a few months ago. Hope to get it back this week. Will be off to the Vosges in a couple of weeks for another rallye (hope the paint has dried !)

Hotrodder · #7 Post by **Hotrodder** » Mon Oct 03, 2022 9:04 pm

I got one side removed today before the back stopped play. I noticed the bottom section of the frame outriggers both sides is completely shot away. Oddly the CT man didn't mention it on the fail notice. It will need welding if/when it does get noticed. I don't think I can do it laying on my back with my old stick welder so its a worry.

Coldonat · #8 Post by **Coldonat** » Mon Oct 03, 2022 9:40 pm

I'm lucky. We live in an old farmhouse, and the outbuilding where I keep my MGB has a wooden floor. Underneath there is a cellar, so I've cut the floor under the car into panels that I can remove when necessary, giving me, effectively, a pit. Without that, because of my age and health, I think I would have sold the car years ago.

Liz · #9 Post by **Liz** » Tue Oct 04, 2022 10:57 am

Sounds like we need a forum classic car event.......!

curtis · #10 Post by **curtis** » Tue Oct 04, 2022 12:46 pm

Good idea to have a thread to discuss events, share mechanical tips, questions etc.

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