Paul Jones

Thank you Pete and all the other messages.   Very helpful. K r   Paul  

Hi All   Thank you for all your suggestions, very much appreciated. As as a resulting of working from home and from the information I received from all the members, I have decided to complete the following tasks: - Compression Test - If poor, then I will rebuild the engine. - Sort out my head (values and skimming). Is it worth getting it gas flowed? - Apart from replacing all parts that are worn. I would automatically replace, the oil and water plump and seals. - Anything I missed off, which should be included.   Finally can anyone recommend a good classic car mechanic shop that could service my head and rebore the cylinders if required. I live near Reading RG10. Many thanks   Paul      

Hi There I'm trying to install new covers for my back seats in my Herald 13/60. The bottom back seat came out ok, but I can't remove the top back seat. It seems to be attached at the bottom part of this seat. I had a look in the Boot and I noticed that there were 2 bolts (which had 2 nuts per bolt), and it was located in the same area that the seat was being held. However, as there 2 nuts on each bolt. I was thinking this bolt must be connnected  to the suspension or chassis, because it looked for secure. If I took these nuts off, would that release the back (top) seat or should it come out by moving this seat around?   Look forward to hearing from you and thank you for your hep and support.   K r   Paul    

Hi there   To all those who have replied to my Smoking Herald.   Thank you, your suggestions were very helpful.   I remembered that my car can't use unleaded petrol, even though I have been using an additive. As a result, I believe the valves are worn and need replacing. Plus, I will include the additional oil seals for added protection.   K r   Paul

I have a Herald 13/60 that burns alot of oil when it is revved. I assume that the Oil Rings around the cylinder are ok. But I think the problem is with the lack of oil stem seals in valve stems. Most of the cars in the 70'S were fitted with rubber oil rings to prevent oil dripping into the cylinder and then burning out in the form of blue smoke. I contacted Rimmer Brothers who sold me some small rubber oil rings that are used for the Vitesse.   Could someone please tell how to fit these rings or a more suitable product as the rings look very small?   Thank you for your help and support.   K r   Paul