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Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 29-04-26, 12:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 42,339
Posted By Martin9645
Thank you everyone. have gone for the warts and...

Thank you everyone.

have gone for the warts and all approach.
Ordered Starter, Inhibitor, Solenoid and battery and will have the lot replaced tomorrow. Not taking any chances for Saturday
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 29-04-26, 08:17 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 42,339
Posted By Martin9645
First thing I tried. Put a jump pack on but same...

First thing I tried.

Put a jump pack on but same problem just a click.
Ran gear lever up and down, even tried starting in Neutral
Has done this a couple of times in the past but would start after a...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 29-04-26, 07:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 42,339
Posted By Martin9645
Urgent Help

My Bristol 411 has decided to not start 3 days before the BRDC Meet at Silverstone.

When I turn the ignition key I just get a clicking noise and start not engaging.
I am assuming the starter motor...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 01-04-26, 09:37 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 6,540
Posted By Martin9645
Bristol 411 Mrk 1 - Grille Badge & Mat Set

I Have a 1969/70 Bristol 411 Mrk 1 which is in fantastic condition but has the Grille Badge "BRISTOL" missing.
Would any one have one for sale?

I am also looking for a really nice fitted mat set to...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 19-06-25, 01:57 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 4,847
Posted By Martin9645
411 Door Seal

I am after a door seal for a Mark 1 411 that would fit around the window surround on both doors. When I purchased the car they were not fitted but I am sure there should be one to make a good seal...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 28-05-25, 07:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,230
Posted By Martin9645
Thanks Giles, I have cleaned up all terminals...

Thanks Giles,

I have cleaned up all terminals and that seems to have sorted the problem.

Fingers crossed
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 20-05-25, 01:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,230
Posted By Martin9645
Thnak you Roger for your advice Starting an auto...

Thnak you Roger for your advice
Starting an auto without this sounds fairly scarey and not for the faint hearted.

In your experience should you replace both?

Wiggling the wires has got it going ok,...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 20-05-25, 08:44 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,230
Posted By Martin9645
Thank you everyone for your advice. I think I...

Thank you everyone for your advice.

I think I may have found the problem. The starter motor leads go to a box on the rear engine bay fire wall. I played with these wires and she started up...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 16-05-25, 01:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,230
Posted By Martin9645
That is exactly the problem

That is exactly the problem
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 16-05-25, 08:24 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,230
Posted By Martin9645
Problems starting 411 on slight slope

Would any one have any ideas why my Bristol 411 has problems starting on my drive which has a slight slope so the car points upwards.
The ignition will click as if in gear (auto) but will not turn...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 24-04-25, 09:19 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 5,041
Posted By Martin9645
Is this the correct Carb?

Morning All,

I have had a lot of advice on my rich carb problems and have decided to replace the existing Carter with an Edelbrock AVS2.

I am looking at a Edelbrock 1906 AVS2 650 CFM with electric...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 11-04-25, 01:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,641
Posted By Martin9645
Bristol 411 Running Rich

Good afternoon all,

I have my Bristol 411 6.3l Mark 1 back on the road after a re-commission by Smallman Hall, Bridgnorth (cant recomend enough). Replacing all brakes, Electric Fuel Pump, all Seals...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 13-03-25, 03:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,124
Posted By Martin9645
Bristol 411 - Fuel Reserve

Good afternoon All,

I have another question for the experts please.

My 411 Mark 1 has a Fuel Reserve button on the dash.

How does it work? I can see a solenoid on top of the tank but no obvious...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 17-02-25, 10:18 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,476
Posted By Martin9645
Bristol 411 Mark 1 Front Brake Discs

I am trying to track down a pair of Front Brake Discs for a Bristol 411 (Mark 1)
I believe they are the same as a 410??????

Have been quoted £250 + VAT a corner.... Ouch!!

Wondered if any one had...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 10-02-25, 04:51 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,884
Posted By Martin9645
Stainless Steel Exhaust for a 411 Mk1

Does anyone know where I can get a price for a stainless steel exhaust (complete) for a 411 Mk1.
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 18-11-24, 11:42 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,135
Posted By Martin9645
Bristol Mechanic Shropshire

I have a 1970 Bristol 411 and am looking for a mechanic in the Midlands prefereably Shropshire who knows Bristols. My car is immaculate but due to being in a collection for 12 years now has a leaky...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 16-08-24, 02:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,262
Posted By Martin9645
Thanks Nick, My car is standard with nothing...

Thanks Nick,

My car is standard with nothing done to heads etc..

I feel I should probably add an aditive and keep going on 99 Ron (Gold Plated Petrol)
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 16-08-24, 08:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,262
Posted By Martin9645
What Fuel

I have a Mark 1 411 (1969/70).

I am currently using 99 RON fuel in it.

What fuels do others use??

Does anyone use 97 RON with or with out a fuel additive.

Would be good to get some advice as...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 16-08-24, 07:41 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,282
Posted By Martin9645
Thanks David, really appreciate all your...

Thanks David,
really appreciate all your help.

Kind Regards
Martin
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 14-08-24, 08:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,282
Posted By Martin9645
[QUOTE=David C;13470]ATF+4 and Dexron III seem to...

[QUOTE=David C;13470]ATF+4 and Dexron III seem to be widely recommended for use in the Torqueflite 727. I have chosen Comma MVATF+ as it is readily available from Halfords amongst others.

Do you...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 13-08-24, 12:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,282
Posted By Martin9645
Diff Oil

Can some one please tell me what Diff Oil & Gear Box Oil I should use on a 1970 BRistol 411 Mark 1 with a 3 Speed Auto Box??

many thanks
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 29-07-24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,094
Posted By Martin9645
Ignition Key

I am trying to track down an ignition key for a 411 Mark 1 (1969/70)
The current key is a Neiman dont know if this is original or not???

Am after either a key or a blank which I can get cut
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 29-07-24, 10:27 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,636
Posted By Martin9645
411 Ignition Key

I have a 1969/70 Bristol 411 mrk 1 and am trying to obtain a new ignition key.
Current key is a Neiman
Dont know if this is original or a copy??
Does anyone know where I can get a key or blank?
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 10-07-24, 08:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,420
Posted By Martin9645
Thank you for all your advice. To Roger, the...

Thank you for all your advice.

To Roger, the fuel gauge does not move. car has been in a collection for 12 years so don't know how much it has been driven in that time.

I am going to check the...
Forum: 8 & 10 cyl Bristol cars 09-07-24, 02:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,420
Posted By Martin9645
Fuel Tank Float Unit

As a NEW Bristol owner I am trying to locate some parts for my fantastic 1970 - 411 Mark 1.
I have a fuel gauge not working which I think will be a faulty Float Unit.
1. Would you agree with the...
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