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Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 07-08-26, 11:54 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 7,406
Posted By David C
Here is a really good video where different size...

Here is a really good video where different size carbs are compared on a 383 using a dyno:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tjbUd5mrmWg

What I take away from it is that if you are starting from...
Forum: Bristol News & Other Bristol Discussion 20-07-26, 04:45 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 6,807
Posted By David C
Welcome! Your best bet will be to come along to...

Welcome! Your best bet will be to come along to the Bristol Owners' Club concours at the RAC Club near Epsom on the 23rd of August. It's the biggest gathering of the year and there should be at...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 29-05-26, 03:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,560
Posted By David C
Here's a picture of the rear face along with the...

Here's a picture of the rear face along with the door cards. The door cards are available as well if you are...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 29-05-26, 01:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,560
Posted By David C
Are these what you need? I think they are from...

Are these what you need? I think they are from series 1 or 2.

https://www.bristolcars.info/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=2108&stc=1&d=1780066345
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 25-05-26, 10:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,914
Posted By David C
Try Martin Robey or Jensen Service Ltd. After...

Try Martin Robey or Jensen Service Ltd. After that vintage Aston Martin specialists.
Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 03-05-26, 02:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,638
Posted By David C
I think my 403 still has original engine bay...

I think my 403 still has original engine bay paint that is matte black. The engine block would have been a light green.

While the engine is out it would be a bit easier to get at the steering...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 03-04-26, 10:07 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 5,410
Posted By David C
I have a selection of these badges in various...

I have a selection of these badges in various states. At least one of them would require a backing plate to be bonded on. Note different backgrounds - one of them textured.

Open to...
Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 11-03-26, 11:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 14,712
Posted By David C
Powerlite offer model 401 for the 6 cylinder...

Powerlite offer model 401 for the 6 cylinder Bristol which is 1KW, 4Kg and positive or negative earth. About £250. Also 531 which is 1.3KW, 2.4Kg and negative earth only. About £360. Unlike the...
Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 31-01-26, 05:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,973
Posted By David C
My 406 has the same issue. I think it is a...

My 406 has the same issue. I think it is a disagreement between the steel frame and the aluminium skin so the only real way of stopping it coming back is to separate the two, repair and try to...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 19-01-26, 09:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,128
Posted By David C
Try...

Try these:

https://www.bristolcars.info/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=2099&stc=1&d=1768814262

https://www.bristolcars.info/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=2100&stc=1&d=1768814262

They are...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 12-01-26, 11:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,128
Posted By David C
Very happy to share the diagram. It would be...

Very happy to share the diagram. It would be nice if my name stays with it.

I don't know if the Facel Vega has the same motor. There is another Piper motor for which I found a diagram on line that...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 11-01-26, 05:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,128
Posted By David C
Piper electric windows on 410

I have finally got around to sorting intermittent window operation on my 410. Although Piper electric windows were fitted to a fair number of Bristol cars I have not seen a wiring diagram for their...
Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 24-12-25, 08:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 5,947
Posted By David C
Threads on a spare AC pump I have are 10-32 so I...

Threads on a spare AC pump I have are 10-32 so I assume yours will be too.

Here is what seems a fairly scientific test of different thread repair...
Forum: Wanted - anything Bristol car related 08-12-25, 09:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 8,307
Posted By David C
I think at least the body is the same on any...

I think at least the body is the same on any water pump from 401 to 406 with built in thermostat.

New units are available from a number of sources including Ebay.

If you have an old unit that leaks...
Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 03-12-25, 06:09 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 4,968
Posted By David C
Good work, Stefan. The last one was brilliant so...

Good work, Stefan. The last one was brilliant so I look forward to this.
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 28-11-25, 07:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,791
Posted By David C
Brilliant! I will give them a go. Thank you.

Brilliant! I will give them a go.

Thank you.
Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 20-11-25, 09:15 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 7,578
Posted By David C
I recently had a differential serviced by Oliver...

I recently had a differential serviced by Oliver Penney and he fitted a new seal so may be able to supply or point you in the right direction.
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 05-11-25, 08:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,760
Posted By David C
I like the idea and it seems remarkably good...

I like the idea and it seems remarkably good value. I don't have anything new enough to need any for my cars but I hope you find enough takers to get some made.
Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 22-10-25, 06:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,801
Posted By David C
Update on 123 ignition. I had been using one of...

Update on 123 ignition.

I had been using one of the stock curves recommended by others who had fitted 123 to the Bristol engine. It worked quite well but had a couple of flat spots. I tracked down...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 22-10-25, 05:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,791
Posted By David C
Exactly what I was looking for, thank you. I...

Exactly what I was looking for, thank you. I think I will need to visit to test the fit so if you find something suitable in the meantime please let us know
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 20-10-25, 08:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,791
Posted By David C
Trim clips.

I need to re-attach the stainless strips on the side of my 410 and the chrome ones on the side of the 406. Has anyone found a source of suitable clips? I would rather avoid steel if possible.
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 17-10-25, 04:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,723
Posted By David C
My best guess is that the battery is getting a...

My best guess is that the battery is getting a bit tired or something is amiss with the alternator / regulator. A healthy battery with a decent charge should be able to run the fans for a while...
Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 13-10-25, 02:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,087
Posted By David C
You should be able to grind down a socket, both...

You should be able to grind down a socket, both by tapering the top and shortening the bottom so that it will fit in.

Just checking - do you have original Bristol studs or later replacements? All...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 09-10-25, 05:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 9,305
Posted By David C
The other thing I forgot to say is do not feed...

The other thing I forgot to say is do not feed power switching side of the fan relays with a switched ignition feed as this could fry the ignition switch in seconds and melt the wiring. Use a...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 06-10-25, 07:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 9,305
Posted By David C
I put the plate back on my car last year after...

I put the plate back on my car last year after many years without but haven't got around to putting it back on since I fitted the re-cored radiator. Fair to say that it isn't vital for keeping my...
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