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Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 03-02-21, 12:03 AM
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Posted By lansdownplace
I have an original set I put aside for the same...

I have an original set I put aside for the same reason, but I no longer have a 412
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 24-08-20, 08:54 AM
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Posted By lansdownplace
Door handles are from a Morris Marina I believe.

Door handles are from a Morris Marina I believe.
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 10-07-20, 10:31 PM
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Views: 1,357
Posted By lansdownplace
412 lights

The 412 headlights are from an Opal Kadet of the era. i think you can still get as new versions if you search diligently. The tail lights are very difficult to source, so I bought a spare pair of...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 27-02-16, 06:52 PM
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Posted By lansdownplace
412 component query

Hi, there is a block on the bulk head where the starter motor main feed is connected, could anyone please give me a name for, and possibly even a supplier for said component please?

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Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 06-01-16, 09:58 AM
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Posted By lansdownplace
412 (5.9L) Distributor Options

The distributor on my 412 is unwell and I thought it might be a good opportunity to upgrade it alongside the rest of the electronic ignition upgrades which have accumulated over time. I need a Dizzi...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 26-12-14, 01:44 AM
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Views: 2,731
Posted By lansdownplace
After much investigation and head scratching the...

After much investigation and head scratching the problem has been resolved. The alternator, regulator and battery were fine as were their earths. The problem was tracked down to the ignition feed...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 01-12-14, 12:08 AM
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Views: 2,731
Posted By lansdownplace
Hi Richard, I wonder if it is a loose earthing...

Hi Richard, I wonder if it is a loose earthing cable. As 412s use an Apple II operating system they just can't get viruses :)

I believe Sid sorted your window problem by suggesting an upgraded...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 01-12-14, 12:04 AM
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Views: 2,731
Posted By lansdownplace
Thank you for this, I will check that that is the...

Thank you for this, I will check that that is the case and report back
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 30-11-14, 07:06 PM
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Posted By lansdownplace
412 Electrical Problem

My 412 electrics are being temperamental. It has a new alternator, regulator and battery and charges nicely at 13.5v. and then it just drops at random to 11 volts or so. Turning systems like the...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 28-06-14, 08:33 PM
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Views: 2,740
Posted By lansdownplace
There is a several good youytube videos of the...

There is a several good youytube videos of the Hennesey Turbo Dodge V10, I wonder if that is what the Silverton era Bristol were hoping emulate as soon as they got a buyer for a T version. The T...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 28-06-14, 04:01 PM
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Views: 2,740
Posted By lansdownplace
That is in fact from the uncompleted Fighter GT...

That is in fact from the uncompleted Fighter GT project. Both the cars in the picture were to have body upgrades to GT Spec, the blue car was almost done and post BCL administration was returned to...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 26-05-14, 11:43 AM
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Views: 2,416
Posted By lansdownplace
There are at least three, the one made for Toby...

There are at least three, the one made for Toby Silverton that was alleged to have been found in the factory which was a mule from the 60s (it wasn't, it was a latter day confection of a re-bodied...
Forum: Bristol News & Other Bristol Discussion 13-10-12, 01:10 PM
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Posted By lansdownplace
Thumbs up It is now online.........and very good it is too....

It is now online.........and very good it is too. It is very professional looking and the photographs used reflect that.

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Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 15-09-12, 09:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,613
Posted By lansdownplace
I believe Brabazon spent well over 2000 hours on...

I believe Brabazon spent well over 2000 hours on it, it is a complete nut and bolt job done exactly as it left the factory, right down to the tyre specification. It would be really interesting to see...
Forum: For Sale - Cars, Parts & Automobilia (Bristol related only) 24-06-12, 11:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,015
Posted By lansdownplace
I used dynamat on my 412 as a sound killer and it...

I used dynamat on my 412 as a sound killer and it is excellent. As well as removing the musty smell you can get with felt it kills the higher pitched noises. There are other suppliers like Noise...
Forum: Bristol News & Other Bristol Discussion 31-03-12, 08:22 PM
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Views: 2,600
Posted By lansdownplace
Prof Bryan Warren

I'm sorry to have to tell you that Prof Bryan Warren died last Wednesday after a long illness, bravely borne. Besides his interests in Bristols (400,405,411) and the BOC he was very involved in the...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 19-03-12, 01:03 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,034
Posted By lansdownplace
Bristol Cars recommended 30psi all around to me...

Bristol Cars recommended 30psi all around to me mine. I did a quick check on the Michelen site and they used 28 and 29 psi respectively to illustrate top performance for braking and cornering, as...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 18-03-12, 05:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,034
Posted By lansdownplace
That doesn't sound right at all, I wonder if the...

That doesn't sound right at all, I wonder if the front geometry needs reseting? I recall driving a 409 that had been refurbished by the owner, who was particularly pleased with the money he saved...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 18-03-12, 01:54 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 12,319
Posted By lansdownplace
Thanks for putting that up Kevin, I had found the...

Thanks for putting that up Kevin, I had found the site earlier by guesswork. They are an amazing product. Surely a package would be possible for a Bristol?

I have just parted with my 110 4cab and...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 18-03-12, 12:50 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,034
Posted By lansdownplace
Hi, 30 PSi all around is recommended and seems...

Hi,

30 PSi all around is recommended and seems to strike the right balance.

As a side note I switched from Avon ZV3 tyres to Michelin Primacy and the transformation on grip and ride was quite...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 14-03-12, 10:35 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 12,319
Posted By lansdownplace
OK forget the diesel/LPG option. How do you get...

OK forget the diesel/LPG option. How do you get these puppies in a 603
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 13-03-12, 10:27 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 12,319
Posted By lansdownplace
I saw a reasonably new defender 90 in Trafalgar...

I saw a reasonably new defender 90 in Trafalgar Sq yesterday with a pretty rorty V8 and ventilated disks. If it hadn't been for the wider wheels and alloys you wouldn't have know it wasn't standard....
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 12-03-12, 10:55 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 12,319
Posted By lansdownplace
Could you shoehorn the VW 5l V10 diesel in? That...

Could you shoehorn the VW 5l V10 diesel in? That would give you stupendous torque, relative economy and displacement.
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 12-03-12, 08:20 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 12,319
Posted By lansdownplace
Thank you to all the contributors. I think that...

Thank you to all the contributors. I think that comprehensively covers everything. The range of technical issues which get brought into play are quite mind blowing and I can see why an engine...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 11-03-12, 09:50 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 12,319
Posted By lansdownplace
It seems that you get 20% less MPG from Gas and...

It seems that you get 20% less MPG from Gas and 10% less BHP (don't know about low end torque) which whittles away the saving a little. On 12,000 miles a year it has to save at least £1,500 quid....
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