Austin 7

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Hi all,

I have inherited my Grandad's first car, an Austin 7 Chummy. It is in desperate need of restoration which I am going to attempt myself. Can anyone suggest any forums for info etc? I have tried the Austin Seven owners club but it seems extremely quiet on there.....

Thanks,

Matt

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Hello,

Sorry for the delay, yes - a picture is on my profile.

Not too bad, going to start with the mechanicals and make sure they are ok and then think about the bodywork

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Thanks guys, I shall be keeping a picture diary, so will make sure I share.

Cheers,

Matt

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A little bit of progress on the seven. I am told that it was last started 25 years ago which ties in with the tax disk on the screen (1989). Armed with a new battery and my tools I set about getting the old girl started.

Of course I chanced my hand and connected the battery, filled the tank with a little bit of fuel and attempted to start. It turned over well (I had already checked the engine was free by turning over with the handle) but no attempt to start.

I then checked for fuel - yep but spark - nope!

Got the volt meter out and all the earths were looking a little dodgy so cleaned every single one up starting from the battery, no point doing half a job. Had power to the coil now so looked at the distributor, sure enough, the cap was all corroded so that was duly cleaned. Next was the points and this was all cleaned up too and when flicked, now had a spark. With number 2 spark plug out and checking for a spark, I attempted to start and it attempted to catch.

Spark plug re-fitted and sure enough, purred like a kitten. Really pleased, so next is, well I don't know. Didn't expect to get to this stage so quick!