Thread: Introducing Betty

Thanks for the responses. I agree - most mechanics seem to hate working on old cars. These days apprentices seem to be taught to simply rip the old part out and replace it with new. Repairing parts seems to be black magic to them.


And it is possible to purchase new side steps from Craddocks in the UK and they look exactly like the old ones - I can't speak for the quality of them though. I was lucky enough to pick up old ones that I refurbished.


Nic

Hi there.


With our move to Maryborough I'm wondering whether its time to install the fan cowl. When I bought Betty a cowl was not fitted although I have one ready to fit if needed. But I'm wondering whether it makes any difference. Engine temperature is fine when driving but does rise if I stop for traffic etc.


I would appreciate hearing if anyone has any experience in whether the fan cowl makes an noticeable difference in the engine temperature. And in the attached PDF (from the workshop manual) a shroud for the fan cover (No. 20) is shown. I don't have that part but I do have the cowl (No.2). While I understand the shroud is to protect hands from getting caught in the fan is it important in the effectiveness of the cowl?


Thanks


Nic

The shroud is not to protect hands or improve the shroud effectiveness, but to keep the battery cool! Many Series Landrovers get along fine without it. John

A shroud stops the stones thrown up by the front wheels from hitting the fan.
.W.

Originally Posted by B.S.F.

A shroud stops the stones thrown up by the front wheels from hitting the fan.
.W.

I think there may be confusion over nomenclature here - Nic has specified exactly what part he is talking about and is using the word 'shroud' to refer to the extension next to the battrery - this does nothing to stones thrown up by the front wheels, as anything going to hit it has to get past the chassis, battery carrier and battery.

John

Thanks for the responses. It looks like I will fit the cowl and if I can track down a shroud I can fit one later.


Cheers


Nic

Originally Posted by JDNSW

I think there may be confusion over nomenclature here - Nic has specified exactly what part he is talking about and is using the word 'shroud' to refer to the extension next to the battrery - this does nothing to stones thrown up by the front wheels, as anything going to hit it has to get past the chassis, battery carrier and battery.

John

My fault, should have read it properly.
.W.

Hi

Is anyone able to identify the parking lights fitted to the front of my 1962 SIIA. There is no manufacturer mark so I guess they are not original. The lens is plastic and given the cracks I would like to replace them. And if someone could point me in the direction of a supplier likely to stock them it would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

Nic