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by ranald
Mon Jun 12, 2023 9:59 am
Forum: Lanchester for sale
Topic: 1935 Lanchester
Replies: 6
Views: 1361

Re: 1935 Lanchester

Ivor, It is the same car. Looks like a dealer bought it at auction and has now sold it on through EBay. Regards, Ranald
by ranald
Mon May 08, 2023 5:41 pm
Forum: Daimler for sale
Topic: Daimler DF306 2 door Hooper bodied car
Replies: 14
Views: 1449

Daimler DF306 2 door Hooper bodied car

Dave Philpot has alerted me to this (unique?) car which is currently for sale in The Netherlands. He thinks it may be Chassis No #91,452:

https://www.classiccar-auctions.com/?ut ... ium=portal
You have to select part 2, and Daimler in L/H menu.
by ranald
Sat May 06, 2023 5:29 pm
Forum: Lanchester for sale
Topic: 1935 Lanchester
Replies: 6
Views: 1361

Re: 1935 Lanchester

Just for the record, this the E18 chassis designation. It has the monobloc 17.97hp engine. Let’s hope it finds a good home!
by ranald
Wed Apr 19, 2023 8:10 am
Forum: Lanchester for sale
Topic: Lanchester 15/18 for sale FS2742
Replies: 1
Views: 1002

Lanchester 15/18 for sale FS2742

Not mine! Carbodies pacific saloon I think.


https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/325615601047 ... media=COPY
by ranald
Sat Mar 18, 2023 8:26 am
Forum: Technical & Motoring Matters
Topic: recommendations for protection of uni-body car
Replies: 9
Views: 1901

Re: recommendations for protection of uni-body car

Have you considered Lanoguard?
by ranald
Sun Mar 12, 2023 9:04 am
Forum: Lanchester Forum
Topic: 15/18 Early gearbox multi-plate clutch
Replies: 10
Views: 451

Re: 15/18 Early gearbox multi-plate clutch

Quoting from Chris Clark’s book: “One defect became embarrassingly apparent when customers new cars became stuck in top gear. Pomeroy was convinced that incorrect lubricating oil was the trouble but eventually George was called upon to solve the problem of the metal to metal cone clutch becoming loc...
by ranald
Sat Feb 25, 2023 8:15 am
Forum: Lanchester Forum
Topic: LD10 Exhaust
Replies: 12
Views: 986

Re: LD10 Exhaust

Might be worth talking to https://www.alunox.co.uk/
They are in Wrexham, so not too far from you. I’ve also used PD Gough and been pleased with the results. Good luck, Ranald
by ranald
Mon Feb 13, 2023 12:56 pm
Forum: Lanchester Forum
Topic: LA10 Bent Pushrod - Replacement needed.
Replies: 11
Views: 593

Re: LA10 Bent Pushrod - Replacement needed.

Derek Sleigh might be worth asking. Someone will know for sure but aren’t some LA10 engine components shared with Daimler 15? Good luck.
by ranald
Fri Feb 03, 2023 8:21 am
Forum: Lanchester Forum
Topic: LA10 Luggage Trunk
Replies: 1
Views: 238

Re: LA10 Luggage Trunk

Hi, Certainly looks the part. I’d of thought however that trunks designed for strapping on externally would have the lid on top for access and waterproofing. It’s nice that it is back on an LA10. All the best, Ranald
by ranald
Wed Jan 25, 2023 7:57 am
Forum: Daimler Forum (not SP250/251, 2.5 V8 or V8-250)
Topic: Barker SS Power Steering
Replies: 13
Views: 1017

Re: Barker SS Power Steering

I contacted the EZ chap in Dawlish some months ago when I was considering power steering on my 1959 Jaguar, At that time he was able to supply the unit but wasn’t fitting due to health issues. I also had contact with Easysteer in Chorley who are much cheaper. They do a couple of cars every week and ...