Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars
09-08-22, 12:16 AM
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Replies: 9
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409 and later suspension
To Brian Dodd, many thanks for your message, I have yet to receive the description you refer to, my email is: pjhoskin@optusnet.com.au
looking forward to hearing your advice.
Peter
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Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars
22-07-22, 11:29 PM
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Replies: 9
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Thanks Brian, I have not worked on coil...
Thanks Brian, I have not worked on coil suspension before and am facing it with trepidation Nick suggested a trolley jack was ok for removal but not replacement hence the 4 studs; they are massive...
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Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars
18-07-22, 01:12 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,223
409 and later front suspension
Thank you both for your answers. I had a very helpful telephone conversation with Nick of SLJ who stated their method is to cut the tube and re-weld on completion, I suspect time is a factor here. He...
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Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars
09-07-22, 01:52 AM
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Replies: 9
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409 and later front suspension and steering
I am about to overhaul the steering box and worn parts in the front suspension and steer links of my 603 and think design is common to the later models so looking from advice etc from anyone who has...
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Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars
08-07-22, 11:24 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,543
Bristol 603 - window operation
Partial success. I did tests as described by Davis C and found that the drivers switch when stationary was passing my 2v test lamp currents but not the current demanded by the headlamp load....
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Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars
01-05-22, 07:51 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,543
603 electric windows
Thanks David for your two responses.
Current situation
Following failure of passenger window to raise or lower from either of the two switches and no problems on Drivers window I changed over the two...
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Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars
30-04-22, 01:24 AM
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Replies: 22
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603 - Electric windows
Sorry for the break in communications, we had a successful BOCA Rally in the Victorian Alps followed by a couple of days in the Snowys.
I received and fitted to the passenger door a new switch, it...
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Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars
20-03-22, 01:30 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,543
603 -Electric window operation
Thank you Kevin, I will follow up your suggestions when I return from our forthcoming Rally. I have not time to conduct major work at present. I tested both passenger switches when in the idle...
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Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars
16-03-22, 11:57 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,543
603 electric windows
Thanks for all the responses.
Wiring diagram - drawing B680039 shown on the resources website quoted by Kevin is the one I am using. It agrees with the one in the handbook including colour...
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Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars
14-03-22, 10:59 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,543
603 Electric windows
Very helpful responses to date.
Continuity of wires... I have checked about 30 different cable linkages but I cannot find a record of testing between the motor and the switch so will do so starting...
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Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars
13-03-22, 01:24 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,543
603 - electric windows
I found the drivers switch for the passengers window stuck in the up position and the window was firmly closed and would not respond to either control switch. The drivers window operated normally. I...
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Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars
25-10-21, 03:27 AM
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Replies: 3
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603 removing door inner panels
I received this assistance from John Tullet.
John Tullett here, Technical and Spares coordinator for the BOC and partner with Graeme in the Classic Bristol Car Parts Company. Also, proud member of...
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Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars
05-04-21, 03:26 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 958
Bristol 603
Yes, the heater water valve is on the cabin side of the firewall just above and aft of the Dip switch area. The heater control bowden cable turns an operating wheel to which the valve is connected by...
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Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars
22-03-21, 06:16 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 958
603 Heater-water valve
Hi Peter,
Thanks for input but regret the 603 is not so easy as earlier models! I have attached photos somewhere which I hope will appear.
0893 shows the heater pipes going into the bulkhead. This...
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Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars
21-03-21, 02:45 AM
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Replies: 8
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603 Heater Water Valve
My water Valve is shut and control on the facia is not moving all the way to hot and Canberra winter is coming! The valve would appear to be on the passenger side of the engine bulkhead somewhere...
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Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars
23-01-21, 05:50 AM
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Replies: 2
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Bristol Universal Joints
In helpful discussion with Spencer Lane-Jones they fit MOOG U-Joints part no. 315G. Examination of MOOG webpage(United States) identified the item but could not find a way of despatch overseas....
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Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars
10-01-21, 08:26 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 734
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Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars
10-01-21, 08:22 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 913
Bristol 603 Series 2. . Door inner panels
I need to remove the door inner panels to adjust the window frame height. How is it done? The top roll could come outwards or upwards but which? What sort of fasteners are used? Any advise...
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Forum: Wanted - anything Bristol car related
04-09-20, 08:53 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 1,220
Wanted
Wanted later 411, 603 or Britannia. Peter Hoskin, Canberra, Australia
pjhoskin@optusnet.com.au
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Forum: For Sale - Cars, Parts & Automobilia (Bristol related only)
31-08-20, 05:51 AM
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Replies: 3
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Bristol 411
Could you please advise if this car is still for sale? If so I would appreciate more details, photos etc. to pjhoskin@optusnet.com.au. Particularly concerned about underbody structural condition and...
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Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars
07-01-19, 11:11 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 2,027
Radiator Hoses
Peter,
I have recently renewed my top and bottom hoses on my 408. The replacements were those used on the Falcon XD 4.8 litre V8.
I had to shorten the top hose at the engine end by about 15mm but...
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Forum: For Sale - Cars, Parts & Automobilia (Bristol related only)
18-02-17, 02:58 AM
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Replies: 2
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Bristol 408
I am in the same situation, youhave probably found a solution/source for the rear light? can you share your findings?
Peter Hoskin, Canberra
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Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars
09-06-16, 08:41 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 3,651
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