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RETURN ADDRESS: MMCCV Inc P.O. BOX 354
BALWYN, VIC. 3103
A GOOD LOOKING VAN SEEN AT CHILTERN AT THE MUSTER
THE GENERATOR July 2016 Vol 41 No 7
Official Club Newsletter of THE MORRIS MINOR CAR CLUB OF VICTORIA INC.
Member of the A.O.M.C. A.R.N. A0001386N ABN 47 849 670 294
Send all correspondence to:- P.O. Box 354, Balwyn. Vic. 3103. Web Address: http://www.morrisminorvic.org.au
Email |[email protected]
NEXT CLUB MEETING
14th July 2016 7.30pm for 8.00 pm at Horrie Watson Pavilion, Deepdene Park, Whitehorse Road, DEEPDENE. 3103. (Melways Map 46 Ref. A8)
MEETINGS ARE HELD ON THE 2nd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH
Club Committee & Contacts PRESIDENT: Mark Parritt Email: [email protected] Ph: 5976 4437 Mob: 0403 194 021 VICE – PRESIDENT: Braidy Davies Email: [email protected]
Ph: 9381 1149 SECRETARY: Michael Dobson Email: [email protected] AH: 9438 1695 BH: 0400 273 328 TREASURER: Neil Cheney APM Email: [email protected] AH: 5428 6584 BH: 0407 565 075 CLUB CAPTAIN: Stewart Carr Email: [email protected] AH: 98085586 Mob: 0409215907 MEMBERSHIP OFFICER: Barbara Urquhart Email: [email protected] Ph: 9817 5385 EDITOR: Graham Dines JP Email: [email protected] AH: 9836 7415 Mob: 0400 893 483 REGALIA: Graham Harper Email: [email protected] AH: 9439 5791 NATIONAL RALLY DELEGATE Richard McKellar Ph: 9830 5027 Mark Parritt Ph: 5976 4437 WEBMASTER: Email: [email protected]
Club Regalia Clothing
Short Sleeve polo Shirt $30.00
Long Sleeve Denim Shirt $40.00
Reversible Vest $45.00
Winter Jacket $70.00
Tee Shirts $15.00
Club Logo Tri Colour Caps $25.00
Cloth Club Logo Patch $10.00
Accessories Stubbie Holder $9.00
Promo Key rings $5.00
Lapel shirt pins $5.00
MMCCV Metal Grille Badge $20.00
MMCCV Windscreen Banner $7.00
Stickers for cars MMCCV Round Logo Sticker $2.00 BMC Rosette Sticker $4.00
Keep on Morrying (chrome) $2.00
Keep on Morrying (white ) $2.00
MMCCV $1.00
I Love my Morry $1.00
Magnetic MMCCV [round) Lge $15.00
Magnetic MMCCV [round) Sml $10.00
Morris Logo Vinyl Sticker $3.00
For Purchases Contact Regalia Officer
Graham Harper
MEMBERS ONLY WEB ACCESS Please note that access details for our Club Magazine (Members) Web Page have changed to:
Username: mmccv
Password: VcK9537C
BANK ACCOUNT DETAILS FOR ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER:-
BSB No: 633 000 ACCOUNT No: 1469 35168
ACCOUNT NAME: Morris Minor Car Club of Victoria INC.
In the reference field, please quote what the payment is for and by whom it is from
DISCLAIMER
This publication contains general information which does not necessarily reflect the views of the Club, its Committee or
Editor and should not be relied upon without specific advice from a qualified professional.
The Morris Minor Car Club of Victoria Inc. Expressly disclaim liability for anything done, or omitted to be done by
any person in consequence with the contents of this publication.
The Club and its Officers shall not be responsible for any transactions begun as a result of information published herein
nor any misrepresentation made by an advertiser
Anyone wishing to reprint an article can do so as long as the source is acknowledged.
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CLUB PERMIT SCHEME HOLDERS Notice to all club permit holders.
New applications and renewals to be signed between August 26 and September 17 are
to be sent to Mark Parritt at 37 Prince Street Mornington 3931. Phone 0403 194 021 or email: [email protected] Don’t forget to send early.
Renewals: please send a stamped self-addressed envelope plus Vic Roads Forms. ALL NEW APPLICANTS: PLEASE SEND 3 X $1.00 STAMPS PLUS CURRENT R.W.C., PROOF OF
OWNERSHIP, VIC ROADS CLUB PERMIT APPLICATION, VECHICLE ELIGIBILITY AND
STANDARDS DECLARTION FOR CLUB PERMIT VEHICLES AND 6 SIGNED and DATED RECENT
PHOTOS of Front, Rear, Driver’s side, Driving position (Side-on with driver’s door open) Chassis number or
ID plate, Engine Bay. Club rules are that a person must be a club member for more than 6 months before
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President`s Report July 2016 Hi All
It was great to see many club members at the Morry Muster at Albury and as usual the Albury Wodonga
Club put on a great rally. The meals were good, the Saturday night raffle was great fun and the run
turned into a mystery event for some of us. Many thanks to the Albury Wodonga Morris Minor Club for
all the hard work they put into organizing the event. More in the run report.
Our next run is to Bridges Restaurant in Hurstbridge for the mid-year lunch, one of my favourite events
of the year. If you have not booked and still wish to come, please contact Michael Dobson for a late
booking on 0400 273 328. See Up Coming Events for more details. Don’t forget to get your HATS ready
for Braidy`s hat competition. I don’t know what the prize is, but if it is as good as last year’s prize for the
best Hawaiian shirt, it will be worth winning.
Now that winter has finally set in and it’s too is cold and wet to work in the garden or shed/garage, it
would be a great time to have some mid-week POP-UP lunchtime runs. If you would like to arrange one,
please let me know so we can get an email out to all club members. A bit of fun in the winter’s sun!
The Committee have started planning for the clubs 40th birthday. The MMCCV first inaugural meeting
was on 16th February 1977, so the birthday celebration is planned to happen on the 19th February 2017.
We are still looking for a suitable venue and are considering having a lunch, so that we can put on a
display of our cars. If you have any thoughts on a venue, please let one of the committee members know.
Keep on Morrying
Mark
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Club Captain’s Report July 2016
What a chilly turn in the weather this month, lucky for us we are off to “Bridges” in Hurstbridge for a
lovely warm midyear lunch. We are meeting at McDonald’s in Diamond Creek for a great run through
the leafy outer suburbs of Melbourne. Hope to see lots of our members there.
We still need some mid-week runs to be organised for this year, so please dig deep and put your hand up,
I can help you if you need a hand to organise it.
Keep On Morrying
Stewart
AGENDA FOR GENERAL MEETING MORRIS MINOR CAR CLUB OF VICTORIA INC
Thursday, 14th July 2016 Horrie Watson Pavilion Deepdene Park, Deepdene 3103.
1. Apologies
2. No. of Members Present (Quorum)
3. Confirmation of last minutes
4. President’s Report
5. Treasurers Report
6. General Business
7. Close of Meeting
UP COMING EVENTS 2016
Sunday 17th July
Mid-Year Lunch
Times: (a) Run from Diamond Creek McDonalds next to Station ( Melways Map 12 B 6) - departure
10.15 am ( those attending in their MM will go into a draw for a mystery prize and have their car
photographed between the Club banners in the main entrance of the restaurant which will be published
on the front page of the following Generator). Run will be relatively short but with a very interesting
interlude towards the end before reaching the lunch venue.
(b) To be seated at 12 noon at Bridges Restaurant (1075 Heidelberg/Kinglake Road, Hurstbridge
Melways Map 185 B 6/7)
Menu. (2 items in each of the 3 courses to be served alternatively on each table)
Entrée. spring rolls with spicy dipping sauce or soup of the day. Mains. fish of the day or
chicken parmigiana both with chips & salad. Sweets mini Pavlovas with fresh cream & berries or sticky
date pudding with fresh cream
Free soft drink to be provided on each table by Club and free self-serve tea/coffee by venue
Late Bookings and Payments, Please contact Secretary (Michael Dobson) on 94381695 or mob
0400273328 immediately if you wish to be part of this exciting event. ( Michael also needs to be informed
of your special dietary requirements) Cost $ 25 pp after $5 Club subsidy
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Sunday 31st July
John Whelan Memorial Run
The Old Hepburn Hotel – Hepburn String
236 Main Road, Hepburn Springs
The Geelong Club will be leaving the White Church on Ballan Rd at 9:30am
Please contact the hotel to make your own lunch booking.
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Saturday 27th August to 18th September
Morris Minor Touring Club Australia Incorporated
South Australia Tour
The tour will go from Geelong to Adelaide then to Streaky Bay, Renmark then will finish in Bendigo.
Contact Heather Jarman 0466 080 816. [email protected]
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Sunday 28th August
Hurstbridge Wattle Festival
The Hurstbridge Wattle Festival is a significant cultural event for Melbournians that have their roots
firmly planted in our early rail history. It’s a joyous celebration of our heritage, environment and
community. Festival goers view the wattles in a blaze of glory along the Diamond Creek as they approach
the township of Hurstbridge. As visitors stroll the main street and the various Festival precincts, they
enjoy a fabulous and extensive array of entertainment, events and activities for all the family, many of
them free.
Contact Graham Harper for more information AH: 03 9439 5791
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Sunday 25th September
Braidy’s Mystery Run
More information to come later.
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Saturday 1st October
Morris Minor Owners - National Show and Shine
9am-3pm
This national show and shine is to be held at the Parkes Showground – Parkes NSW. It is planned that a
convoy leaves Melbourne on Thursday 29th September and travels to Narrandera (435km) then arrives
at Parkes on Friday 30th September (275km) just in time to get ready and to be at the “show and shine”
on the Saturday. There will be an optional run on the Sunday. Coming home on Monday could be via
Jerilderie (379km) then home to Melbourne on Tuesday (330km) For additional information and entry
form, please see the back page of this magazine. For more information please contact Graham Dines.
0400 893 483 or email [email protected]
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October 16th Motorkhana
Mark Parritt and Stewart Carr are organising.
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Friday 4th November to Tuesday 8th
November Phillip Island - Cowes Trip
A weekend away to the Phillip Island - Cowes Caravan & Camping Park – “Right on the Beach” Cabins
as well as caravan sites are available.
SITE FEES: Site bookings are for 1 tent & 1 car or 1 caravan (& annex) - $43 per night.
PARK CABIN FEES: 2 person per night. Standard - $100, Deluxe - $130, Executive - $140, Beach View
- $150. Please enquire regarding bedding as we may need to supply your own. There will be a group
discount of 10% for each booking. (Mention MMCCV) Contact Graham Harper for more information.
AH: 03 9439 5791
4 December 2016 The BMC Experience Grand Day Out
The 12th annual BMC Experience Grand Day Out is on Sunday 4 December 2016 at Bundoora Park,
Plenty Rd, Bundoora from 10am to 3pm.
The event is open to owners of all cars from all the brands that made up the BMC-Leyland groups of
companies: Mini; Austin; Morris; Austin-Healey; MG; Riley; Wolseley; Leyland; Rover; Land Rover;
Jaguar; Triumph; Vanden Plas; and Innocenti.
This is an entirely FREE event.
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Thursday 8th December
Christmas Party
When: Thursday 8 December 2015 - Time: 7pm Where: Box Hill Golf Club - 202 Station Street, Box Hill
South, Melways – Map 61 D2.5
ELVIS WILL BE IN THE BUILDING
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Please think of runs you would like to do this year or next year.
(Australia Day will need to be organised)
Other Events
Sunday 19th February 2017
MMCCV 40th Birthday party
RUN REPORT
MIGHTY MORRY MUSTER at ALBURY - JUNE 11 12 13th
Several members met at the BP Servo at Wallan on the Hume Highway at 10:15am for a 10:30am departure
on the Friday. We stopped for lunch at Euroa where we met up with the Geelong Club who had stopped
there too. Michael and Veronica’s car was giving them some overheating problems but after a quick set of
the timing, they were on their way and made it to Lavington safely.
We arrived in Lavington where some booked into the Boomerang while others booked into the Big 4. After
happy hour in room 16, dinner was held at the Boomerang where we met up with more members as well
as members of other clubs. We also had dinner with Sue & Dennis Smith who were former members now
living at Bandiana.
On Saturday morning, we went to the North Albury Sports Club to register and to have morning tea then
at 12 o’clock we went into Albury and had a Static Display at the Hovell Tree Park (this is where the
nationals were held).
We locked the cars up and went to the Commercial Club Albury in Dean St for lunch. We rearranged the
furniture and made a huge table for us all.
Saturday night was at the Jindera hall where we had a lovely 2 course meal as well as a mammoth raffle.
The stage was full of raffle prizes and when your ticket came out you picked a prize, unwrapped it, showing
it to everyone and displaying it on your table.
Then the next ticket was drawn out and that person could pick one from the stage or claim the prize you
had won.
If they picked your prize then you picked another from the stage. It all went along ok until a hand-knitted
Golliwog was picked from the stage and everyone was after him.
Then a bucket of car cleaning products was picked and that was passed around a lot too.
After one hour and a half of being dragged from person to person Golli was finally won and promptly given
away to Rhonda Brumhead.
Dinner at Jindera Cathy with the Golli
Sunday morning we set off on our run in convoy to Yackandandah where we had morning tea and a look
around, then on to Stanley. At Yackandandah we met up with Bob and Judi McGrath formerly of Rusty
Springs fame at Avenel now residing at Broadford. They were there with a Jaguar club.
After some confusion with the instructions some met at Beechworth with some travelling through Stanley
via a very rough fire track.
Then all we headed off to Chiltern for Lunch at “HUB 62 Cafe” which is a new café in the converted
Chiltern Masonic Hall.
After a delicious lunch, we made our own way back to Albury and freshened up for the Sunday Night
Dinner at North Albury Sports Club, where once again we had a lovely meal.
On the way to the dinner, a certain little blue convertible met with an accident at the lights on the corner
of Wagga Rd and Union Rd Lavington. A car had entered the intersection and got stuck when the lights
went red so he decided to back up. Unfortunately he didn’t see Baby Blue sitting there or hear the blaring
horn consequently his towbar did about $3000 damage to the front.
Everyone received a ticket on arrival and the winners were presented with pieces of art. Some were
paintings and some were framed photos from the Nationals.
Getting ready for the run to Yackandandah
Cars arriving at Chiltern Lunch at the Hub 62 Café
Back at the Boomerang after the dinner, work commenced making Baby Blue driveable. Lots of panel
beating to get the radiator back off the engine block which was successful.
Monday morning breakfast was at McDonalds which was in walking distance of the Boomerang and after
a lot of hugs and kisses and farewells it was time for some to head off home.
Sue Caulfield and her energetic club members did a great job to entertain us all once again.
Barbara & Ken, Lesley & Graham and Ann & John were some who opted to remain for an extra day and
they visited Bill, young Bill and Dorothy Littlehales as Bill rests at home after getting out of hospital.
Attendees
Barbara & Ken Urquhart, Mark Parritt, Lesley & Graham Dines, John & Ann Druery, Percy & Cheryl
Scicluna, Rob & Trish Smith, Ross & Ann Carr, Michael & Veronica Dobson, Graham & Rosalee
Harper, Bruce Kerr & Ann Rasmussen, Jeff, Gladys & Rhonda Brumhead, Jeff & Julie Stanyer, Kelvin
& Jo Hawkesworth, Tim Lengyel & Cathy Emery .
We also met Judi & Bob McGrath at Yackandandah (touring with the Jaguar Club), and Robert &
Kerieann Mackie (life members) who joined us for lunch at Chiltern.
Sad way to end the Muster
TRADING PLACES
July 2016
Contact: Graham Dines: 0400 893 483
Or email [email protected]
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Wanted to buy
Cover for petrol inlet pipe on Minor utility, Contact David Linke 03 9543 8263 - [email protected]
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I have a Morris Marina in my father's garage. Would it be of interest to any of your members? The car is
located in Echuca and it has not been driven for at least 10 years
Regards Don. - email [email protected]
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For Sale
Morris Minor New Clutch Plate, Pressure Plate and Thrust Bearing. $25.00
Contact Bill Legg on 03 9796 7075 or 0417 159 603. Bill is at Narre Warren
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For Sale 1967 Morris Minor sedan which has been my daily transport for the last 5 years.
My personal circumstances have changed which require me to now have a modern car, so I am looking to
sell my 'Dolly'. The vehicle is not perfect as you would expect from daily use. It is registered until April
2017. I have had it inspected for road worthy and it does require a list of things to be fixed and I have
been advised that they are not major for a car enthusiast. Priced to sell at $3,500 ONO.
Contact Mark Bailey 0417 117 317
Nicky Moulder. Email [email protected]
MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP REPORT Membership statistics as June 28 are as follows:-
Posted 38 Email 124 a total of 162 members plus 8 Life members
82 cars registered with the Club Permit Scheme.
If any member would like a membership card sent to them, please send a stamped self-
addressed envelope to the PO Box. Should you have any Membership queries or
suggestions do not hesitate to contact me at 9817 5385, or email -
Club Name Badges: - are available for $9.00 per person, contact me to order a badge.
Wear your badge to a meeting & be in the running to choose a prize from the raffle table.
WELFARE
Jeremy Rodseth is in the Alfred Hospital at the moment awaiting the results of some tests.
To those members of our Club who are not well, we wish you the best & hope you recover
quickly. If you know of any member/s who are on the sick list, please let me know.
*******MEMBERS BIRTHDAYS FOR JULY******
Ken Urquhart 01 Travis Milne 02 John Chalmers 03 Claire McKellar 04
Rob Smith 05 Stuart McCorkelle 07 Andrew Park 07 Ross Carr 07
Malcolm Baker 08 Jessica Milne 08 Judy Files 09 Beth Kirkham 12
Mark Johnston 19 Loretta Beatie 19 Jane Porter 19 Judy Daniels 22
Wayne Mckay 23 Cheryl Scicluna 24 Bert Edgley 31
Barbara Urquhart Membership Officer
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TREASURER’S REPORT
30/06/2016
01/06/2016 to 30/06/2016 CM YTD
Opening Balance $6,524.78 Income
Advertising $0.00 $50.00
Club Raffle $59.00 $421.00
Events $968.00 $1,018.00
Interest Earned $0.00 $0.00
Membership Dues $0.00 $2,890.00
Regalia Sales $0.00 $230.00
Badges $0.00 $25.00
Donations $0.00 $25.00
Library fees $0.00 $0.00
Refunds $0.00 $0.00
Total Income $1,027.00 $4,659.00
Closing Balance
Undeposited Funds $0.00
MMCCV Cheque A/C $7,177.51
Expenditure
Bendigo Term Deposit $8,602.88
Printing (non-Genr) $0.00 $126.50
Total Balance $15,780.39 Hall Hire $0.00 $0.00
Club Events $40.00 $606.00
Licence & Permits $0.00 $0.00
Newsletter costs $64.90 $756.48 $821.38
LIABILITIES Office supplies $15.00 $319.94 $334.94
Postage $80.00
Professional fees $0.00 $150.00
Regalia $0.00 $127.00
Badges $11.00 $127.00
Consumer Affairs $0.00 $54.40
Suppers $19.37 $218.83 $238.20
Trophies $0.00 $48.00
Post office box rental $0.00 $121.00
Subscriptions $0.00 $0.00
Webpage Hosting $0.00 $44.00
AOMC $0.00 $0.00
Insurance $0.00 $0.00
Refunds $60.00 $195.00
Donations $0.00 $0.00
Equipment $164.00 $164.00
Total Expenditure $374.27 $3,138.15
Net Income/Deficit $652.73 $1,520.85
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MINUTES OF MORRIS MINOR CAR CLUB OF VICTORIA INC. GENERAL MEETING
HELD AT THE HORRIE WATSON HALL, DEEPDENE ON THURS 9 JUNE, 2016
Present:- President, Mark Parritt, Vice-President, Braidy Davies, Secretary, Michael Dobson;
Membership, Barbara Urquhart; Club Captain, Stewart Carr, Treasurer, Neil Cheney
The President welcomed the members present and opened the meeting at 8.05m.
Apologies: Editor, Graham and Lesley Dines ( standing apology); Regalia, Graham Harper,
Club Historian, Jim Gourlay, Rosie Harper, CPS Officer, Wayne Cunningham, Lyn Waites,
Cheryl Scicluna, Sue Parritt, Bruce Kerr, Trish Smith, Veronica Dobson, Tim Lengyel.
Attendance: Approx 28 members were present at the meeting as recorded in the attendance
book
Visitors and New Members nil
Minutes of the previous Meeting accepted on the motion of Henry Edwards seconded Ross Carr
President’s Report Mark indicated as per the Generator and advised of enquiries made re Leigh
Smith memorial plaque
Vice President’s Report nil
Secretary’s Report Secretary indicated nothing to report except for RACV letter encouraging
members to submit “ Me and My Car” stories for publishing in Royal Auto Magazine
Treasurer’s Report: Neil reported a current balance of $6,684.78 and a term deposit balance
of $8602.88 giving a combined total of $15,287.66 for the Club’s financial assets. He also
indicated term deposit shortly to be re-invested for 6 months (a shorter period as funds need to
be available for 40th anniversary celebrations in Feb 2017).
Membership Officer. Barbara reported 162 current financial members (124 e-mail and 38
postal) and 82 CPS vehicles
Club Captain: Stewart gave a brief run-down of recent Club events and mentioned future events
as listed in the Generator including mid-year lunch at Bridges Restaurant at Hurstbridge on
Sun 17th July preceded by short run from Diamond Creek. Michael advised members of menu
choice and asked for advice of special dietary requirements. (Committee has subsequently
decided to offer members driving their CPS vehicles on the run a chance of a prize and having
their vehicle displayed prominently in front of the restaurant main entrance with photo
appearing in following Generator). Stewart also advised that Graham Harper had found a
suitable venue at Hurstbridge for the proposed vehicle Motorkhana in October subject to
Council check. Proposed Port Fairy trip in August to be withdrawn as a Club event due to the
unavailability of members this year but will be planned for again next year.
Regalia. Mark indicated that Graham reported all going well and plenty of regalia available for
sale
Editors Report; Mark indicated that Graham Dines had also reported all going well.
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A O M C- Stewart mentioned a number of CPS topics discussed at recent AOMC meeting by
VicRoads officers including whether motorhomes should be included in the scheme in future
National Rally ; nothing further to report since previous meeting by Mark
Touring Club: (Geoff & Bev O’Donnell): Geoff indicated nothing further to report.
Historian nil
Librarian nil except to advise of interesting article on the fitting of head linings to MM’s
CPS Officer. In Wayne’s absence mention made of Seminar to be held at the Seymour Club on
13th August mainly on CPS matters including new regulations and M plate and H plate transfers.
From 8 June Police can access CPS on their database so members advised to keep their CPS
receipt in case VicRoads have no record as has occurred on a number occasions.
GENERAL BUSINESS.
1 40th Anniversary Lunch to be held on 19th February, 2017. Mark is currently seeking suitable
venues and would like member suggestions.
2 Scout Mechanics Weekend Ross Carr reported that event was again very successful and
thanked Mark Parritt, Rob Smith and Henry Edwards for their assistance and valuable
experience shared with the young participants over the weekend.
3 Barbara distributed a photo of a MM from member Toby Morgan enquiring whether anyone
knew of the car and original owner details.
Tips and Hints
1 Ken advised of the suppliers he had unsuccessfully approached to obtain a replacement muffler
for his MM 1000 culminating in a suitable replacement muffler from “The Muffler Man” in
Malvern Road, Malvern who he said also has a lot of muffler parts for Morris Majors.
2 Mark mentioned starting problems with MM “Muriel” resulting in fitting of new distributor
condenser which seemed to have fixed problem and Jeff alerted members to cheap condensers
from China which proved to be faulty.
For Sale / Parts
A brand new water pump offered for sale by David St George was promptly sold at the meeting.
Presentation/Guest Speaker
Ann Druery presented a very interesting and enjoyable “Power Point” feature on past Club
events to the applause of all members
There being no further business
The Meeting closed at 9pm after the drawing of the raffle (Thanks to Percy)
Michael Dobson
(Secretary)
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REGALIA For purchases contact Graham Harper - 03 9439 5791
Reversible Vest $45 Long Sleeve Rugby $40 Short Sleeve Polo $30
Long Line Jacket $70 Club Logo Caps $25 Cloth Club logo patch $10 Grille Badge $20
Stubbie Holder $9 Mugs $10 Lapel shirt pins $5
Magnetic Car Signs -Large $15 Small $10 Promo Keyrings $5
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your vintage car or classic car is not operating the way that it is supposed to, finding parts and
repairs for it can be stressful and exhausting.
Because vintage and classic cars are no longer produced,
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Minor owners from all over the country can swap information, search for parts
And make new friends.
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TECHNICAL TIPS
The fuel pump The Minor has a reputation for having an unreliable fuel pump. This is somewhat exaggerated,
but still it is worth a little preventative maintenance so here is a guide.
If you are new to maintenance, I advise you to obtain a scrap pump from your friendly
scrapyard. This saves any problems if you can't get it back together for Monday morning. It
also gives you a spare ready for use. If you want to replace the pump rather than service it then
just follow the relevant bits below.
STEP BY STEP GUIDE
Difficulty 4/10
Cost $70 to fit a new pump
Tools and Parts
Spanners
Screwdriver
New points for pump
Possibly a new diaphragm
(New pump if replacing)
1 Disconnect the battery. The pump is situated on the right of it and is easy to remove. The
small knurled nut on the end is removed with finger pressure.
2 Undo the nuts on the two unions which allow the fuel in and out. These can be troublesome.
If they begin to turn but offer increased resistance, the pipe is jammed on the nut. Use WD-40
and work the union back and forth until it frees off. Alternatively the union which screws into
the pump body may be turning with the nut. If so, hold it with another spanner while turning
the nut. If you twist the pipe off you are in trouble.
3 Undo the two bolts that hold the pump on to the bodywork. These are accessed from the
battery compartment and do not give problems.
4 You now have a pump in your hand. Allow any petrol inside to drain away and then soak the
six screws on the main housing in WD-40. Leave it for ten minutes while it soaks in.
5 Meanwhile, remove the black end cap by undoing the single brass nut which retains it. This
reveals the switch mechanism that gives all the trouble.
6 Once the WD-40 has done its stuff, undo the six screws on the main housing. It is now
possible to remove the metal end section, which is known as the pump body. This is in two
halves. Remove both parts to see the diaphragm that actually pumps the fuel. By pushing
firmly in the centre of this diaphragm you can make the switch flick on and off.
7 Peel the diaphragm off the cylindrical housing and slowly unscrew it. Note that it is made up
of several layers. Make sure you do not separate them. There is a long rod which goes right
through the unit to operate the switch. After about 20 turns the diaphragm will come free.
Check it for splits or tears - if it has any, a replacement is easily available.
8 Now undo the two small bolts that retain the end plastic housing and remove the switch by
sliding the pin out. Be gentle as the black plastic legs are easily broken. Some replacement
points are fitted with double contacts to increase reliability.
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