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Sounds like a mini meet will be in order  I look forward to this, its been almost 2 years since I sold the Mini and haven't driven a retro/classic since... bring it on  |
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Sounds like a mini meet will be in order I look forward to this, its been almost 2 years since I sold the Mini and haven't driven a retro/classic since... bring it on Just booked into the tour so hopefully see you there. |
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Sounds like a mini meet will be in order I look forward to this, its been almost 2 years since I sold the Mini and haven't driven a retro/classic since... bring it on Just booked into the tour so hopefully see you there. Awesome, I feel I have something set in stone a place to work to, I haven't heard back from DOOVLA yet, but as soon as I do, its being booked in |
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I love this. What's the column change like?
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1953 Austin A40 Somerset
1959 Austin A35
1958 Austin A55 Cambridge
1975 Vauxhall FE 2300S
1985 Austin Maestro 1.3 Base
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I love this. What's the column change like? Thanks, I really like it, takes a little to get used to it, if I've read correctly its a 4 speed, but in a sequence of crawler/park - 1 - 2 - 3 Unfortunately havent taken it much above 20 yet, but hoping too soon, I must say that reverse gear is -cap on lever pulled out and all the way back then up... or something like that, is a pain to get too. |
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Royal mail amazes me sometimes, I have received my parking light this morning, amazing will post some photos later |
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Ahhaaaa so somehow these big red vans which delivery mail all over the country managed to get the parcel to me at 10am today, which is quite simply amazing. Anyway got it home, attached it to a box after checking the wires and the bulb rating...  Then wired it up to a motorcycle battery (running on about 3.5v... should probably charge it)  More than happy  Pics on the car another day ;D |
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Do you know, I didn't even test if it worked or not, I was going to do that when I converted it for the Polo. I'm glad to see it does work, though really there's very little that can go wrong on it. The little rubber bracket does work really well too, probably more so on the Hillman as it's the sort of car it's designed to work on.
I have a vague memory that parking lights were a legal requirement at one point.
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Do you know, I didn't even test if it worked or not, I was going to do that when I converted it for the Polo. I'm glad to see it does work, though really there's very little that can go wrong on it. The little rubber bracket does work really well too, probably more so on the Hillman as it's the sort of car it's designed to work on. I have a vague memory that parking lights were a legal requirement at one point. I think they were a legal requirement for unlit roads. I took it to pieces to check the voltage of the bulb, and gave it a quick once over, everything worked. I had no concerns, as you said really simple... backup plan was to get an LED from one of our many millions boxes of generic haul and put that in there. I'll probably take a walk down to the garage tomorrow just to try it on |
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Looks like i started something mentioning parking lights
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Looks like I started something mentioning parking lights I think you did, I probably would have not even looked for one, thanks Haha I like acquiring vintage/retro car accesories... around a week ago, someone gave me a windscreen cleaning kit, in a leather pouch, no idea how old it is... looks a bit 90's tat, but I really like, I'll have to grab a photo when I get a minute. remmoc - parking lights will be the next big thing in the classic car world... ...no? just me? |
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Saw a parking light like that used daily (nightly) on a modern transit that was parked up on an unlit road over the winter.
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Received DVLA response and makes for an interesting read, will have a full read and post it later, its rather useful info too. |
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As promised response... I have edited and cut out some sections I felt weren't needed... The taxation class Historic Vehicle applies to any vehicle constructed before 1st January 1973.
If you are in possession of a V5C Registration Certificate showing the date of manufacture or registration as prior to 1st January 1973 and the taxation class showing as Historic Vehicle, you will be able to tax via the website.
If the taxation class is not already shown as Historic Vehicle on the V5C for your vehicle you must apply to a Local Office. The V5C must show a date of manufacture prior to the 01.01.1973. If this is not recorded on the V5C but the vehicle was manufactured prior to this date you will need to produce dating evidence. Acceptable dating evidence can be obtained from a vehicles enthusiasts club or from the manufacturer.
You will need to submit your V5C with an application for a vehicle tax disc V10, Insurance Certificate and MOT Certificate if applicable.
Please note from 18th November 2012, vehicles manufactured before 1st January 1960 are exempt from the requirement to have a mandatory MOT test.
If your vehicle is manufactured before 1st January 1960 you will need to complete a V112 ‘Exemption from MOT Testing’ form.
The decision was announced by the Minister for transport following a Public Consultation in November 2011.
Please note it is the keeper or driver of the vehicle’s responsibility for ensuring the vehicle is in a road worthy condition and safe to be driven on the road.
The keeper will need to write ‘Historic’ in the change to taxation class field in section 7 of the V5C and sign section 8. An exempt tax disc will be issued immediately by the DVLA Local Office and an amended V5C will be received within 6 weeks.
More information on the historic vehicles taxation class can be found on information leaflet INF34 Taxing Historic Vehicles.
Regards
Customer Enquiries Group
DVLASo basically I need to get some insurance together (beginning of June) as I have a few little bits to sort in between. Then head to the local DVLA office, with V5c, V112 MOT exemption, and apply for a change of taxation group. Simples |
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Last Edit: May 9, 2013 20:22:57 GMT by mattmk1
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Nearly there then , good news all round
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Certainly is booked a day off for DVLA day 6th June |
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May 10, 2013 21:41:15 GMT
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Excellent stuff Also.. Hi Dave and Matt. It's feeling very local in here  |
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May 10, 2013 21:47:58 GMT
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Excellent stuff Also.. Hi Dave and Matt. It's feeling very local in here Temporary thread hijack Hi Ben , hows things with you , long time no see Hijack end ;D |
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May 10, 2013 21:51:05 GMT
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Excellent stuff Also.. Hi Dave and Matt. It's feeling very local in here Temporary thread hijack Hi Ben , hows things with you , long time no see Hijack end ;D Thanks Ben and Dave Hijacks are more than welcome as long as there friendly, likewise Ben I hope all is well Matt |
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May 10, 2013 22:47:47 GMT
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Temporary thread hijack Hi Ben , hows things with you , long time no see Hijack end ;D Thanks Ben and Dave Hijacks are more than welcome as long as there friendly, likewise Ben I hope all is well Matt All good here Still working at the same place so spot you from time to time, Dave. I trust all is OK with you too? And Matt- You in Bridgwater full time at the moment? Hope you're well too |
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I look forward to this, its been almost 2 years since I sold the Mini and haven't driven a retro/classic since... bring it on 
