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Ace 'Brooklands' Forum / Re: Door Trim
« Last post by gerardwsykes on May 13, 2024, 12:28:23 »Belated thanks to "paho" and David Goose for their helpful replies. Window now sorted and working !
News:
SMF - installed December 2017.
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ACOC News and Events / Re: What's New
« Last post by administrator on May 13, 2024, 10:24:21 »13 May 2024
Public Area:
Small Ads updated
Events updated
Members' Area: First batch of AGM Papers uploaded. The accounts will follow when they have been inspected.
Members' Area -> Home Page -> Accounts tab at top of page
To access the Members' Area, log on from the website Home page with your membership number and surname (unless you have changed these details as requested).
To access the Forum, login from the Forum home page with your own username and password.
Public Area:
Small Ads updated
Events updated
Members' Area: First batch of AGM Papers uploaded. The accounts will follow when they have been inspected.
Members' Area -> Home Page -> Accounts tab at top of page
To access the Members' Area, log on from the website Home page with your membership number and surname (unless you have changed these details as requested).
To access the Forum, login from the Forum home page with your own username and password.
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Vintage, PVT & 2 Litre Forum / Re: 2 Litre Saloon heater
« Last post by amturri on May 12, 2024, 16:42:44 »I have a heater - original - has a little switch that turns it on and off but doesn’t seem to work. I assume it’s electric. Maybe it’s not hooked up. Not sure yet. It’s basically a square box that looks like an afterthought mounted under the dash near passenger footwell
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Vintage, PVT & 2 Litre Forum / Re: New to AC - some questions that may be basic
« Last post by administrator on May 10, 2024, 07:53:32 »When you have joined the club, log on to the Members' Area of the website and go to Model Directory -> Spares and you will get the list of handbook reprints. Check with BGS for postage cost and availability.
They often come up for sale on ebay - they are called 'General Instructions' rather than 'Handbook'.
They often come up for sale on ebay - they are called 'General Instructions' rather than 'Handbook'.
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Vintage, PVT & 2 Litre Forum / Re: New to AC - some questions that may be basic
« Last post by Big col on May 09, 2024, 22:38:13 »Hello, and welcome to the site. Congratulations on your new car. It looks really good.
My car is a lot older (1935) so I can’t answer your specific questions. However it is possible to get manuals through the club. The rpm should be able to reach 4500 /4800 without issue. Top speed should easily pass 70mph, if not as much as 80mph. I think you’re right about hub caps. Older cars have the facility to lift the steering column, I suspect yours may be the same. A little play in the steering can be expected, if memory serves me right, it will pass the UK mot test with as much as 1 inch wiggle each way for that age of car.
I do hope the forum members get in touch and answer your questions better than I have and that the car gives you great pleasure in the future.
Kind regards
Colin.
My car is a lot older (1935) so I can’t answer your specific questions. However it is possible to get manuals through the club. The rpm should be able to reach 4500 /4800 without issue. Top speed should easily pass 70mph, if not as much as 80mph. I think you’re right about hub caps. Older cars have the facility to lift the steering column, I suspect yours may be the same. A little play in the steering can be expected, if memory serves me right, it will pass the UK mot test with as much as 1 inch wiggle each way for that age of car.
I do hope the forum members get in touch and answer your questions better than I have and that the car gives you great pleasure in the future.
Kind regards
Colin.
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Vintage, PVT & 2 Litre Forum / Re: New to AC - some questions that may be basic
« Last post by amturri on May 09, 2024, 22:31:17 »I’ve been all through that site and also watched some YouTube of this same guy. The issue is that I need to start with basics like owners manual and quirky things to get familiar. There has to be a digital copy of the owners manual and shop manual?
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Vintage, PVT & 2 Litre Forum / Re: New to AC - some questions that may be basic
« Last post by Jam2 on May 09, 2024, 16:47:10 »This website may help you.
https://www.ac2litre.com/
https://www.ac2litre.com/
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Vintage, PVT & 2 Litre Forum / New to AC - some questions that may be basic
« Last post by amturri on May 09, 2024, 16:09:22 »Hello all. Just acquired a 1950 AC bucklands Tourer
I have no manuals, literature or info on the basic things. I do not want to do anything wrong as this car is very rare in the US. I’m in the US :-)
1) Hubcaps. I assume screwdriver and pull off? I need to remove a few as they are making a weird sound
2) Steering column - I can pull it out and try to lock but no matter what I do it will not stay out and locked. Is there a trick? I can tighten it and still not staying out
3) Steering column - I see 2 bolts holding the column up. Can I move it up or change it so i can get more leg clearance?
4) Are there digital or online manuals? I’m just looking for basics at this point like capacities, features, etc. What is normal and what is not for example like operating temp and levels
5) Ride quality - it’s hard with quick bumps and recovery and not really a smooth tourer feel - it’s almost like a sports car quick recovery which is normal or someone changed the ride?
6) What is the redline for RPM? Been very conservative but want to get into the 3000-6000 range to get some more power going up a hill even.
7) Top speed - can this car cruse at 55 with no issues or is 45 the top?
I assume the drips and leaks are gonna happen and somewhat normal when sitting for a few days?
9) Has anyone lowered or modified the front bench to get more room? Mostly needing the leg room when steering
10) Play in the steering wheel - what is normal and what is needing some help?
I think that’s a good list to start!
I have no manuals, literature or info on the basic things. I do not want to do anything wrong as this car is very rare in the US. I’m in the US :-)
1) Hubcaps. I assume screwdriver and pull off? I need to remove a few as they are making a weird sound
2) Steering column - I can pull it out and try to lock but no matter what I do it will not stay out and locked. Is there a trick? I can tighten it and still not staying out
3) Steering column - I see 2 bolts holding the column up. Can I move it up or change it so i can get more leg clearance?
4) Are there digital or online manuals? I’m just looking for basics at this point like capacities, features, etc. What is normal and what is not for example like operating temp and levels
5) Ride quality - it’s hard with quick bumps and recovery and not really a smooth tourer feel - it’s almost like a sports car quick recovery which is normal or someone changed the ride?
6) What is the redline for RPM? Been very conservative but want to get into the 3000-6000 range to get some more power going up a hill even.
7) Top speed - can this car cruse at 55 with no issues or is 45 the top?
I assume the drips and leaks are gonna happen and somewhat normal when sitting for a few days?9) Has anyone lowered or modified the front bench to get more room? Mostly needing the leg room when steering
10) Play in the steering wheel - what is normal and what is needing some help?
I think that’s a good list to start!
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General Forum / Re: ACOC Facebook page
« Last post by terry3000me on May 09, 2024, 00:06:17 »As the Facebook page is dormant does that say that members and those interested use this Forum in preference?
There are several websites for the various AC models as we are all aware of and frequent.
Surely the more websites and other social media platforms available only goes to dilute those interested in posting informative information - asking themselves where best to post to get the best response. If messages are posted on this forum then they can disseminated to other sites etc as need be.
To me this Forum should be and continue to be the focal point for the AC enthusiast.
Terry
There are several websites for the various AC models as we are all aware of and frequent.
Surely the more websites and other social media platforms available only goes to dilute those interested in posting informative information - asking themselves where best to post to get the best response. If messages are posted on this forum then they can disseminated to other sites etc as need be.
To me this Forum should be and continue to be the focal point for the AC enthusiast.
Terry
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General Forum / Re: Brooklands Best of British day - May 27
« Last post by terry3000me on May 08, 2024, 23:53:52 »No the Club is not doing anything officially for this event as it is the day after the Clubs National Day in Derby. All the Clubs display material will be still be in Derby.
Saying that always looking for and considering new events. Ideas welcome.
Following National Day the next major scheduled Club exhibition/display event will be the Classic Motor Show at the NEC in November.
Terry
Saying that always looking for and considering new events. Ideas welcome.
Following National Day the next major scheduled Club exhibition/display event will be the Classic Motor Show at the NEC in November.
Terry