Thanks again, all, more excellent advice. I have PM'd (I think) my email address to JohnV6.
Update is battery arrived, was much easier to install than to extract in the first place; lashings of WD40 used to good effect.
Mog started first time, and everything seems to work properly.
I left it on a CTEK trickle overnight which seems to have been successful too - thanks for the advice about starting with the headlights on - I'll do that later today.
Interesting thoughts on Alternator / Generator ~ Ammeter / Voltmeter, something to think about there.
Next job is to replace the parcel shelf which should be easy but I cannot see the requirement for those tiny screws holding the plastic velvet tray in, will consider that more when I get time later today, I'm thinking if the plywood 'lid' is secure above it, then that should hold the whole thing down. It appears I should perhaps have a spare Euro Spinner in the shelf - does anyone think that is necessary?
Interesting actually working on a motor vehicle again, I don't think I've done that since the days of changing plugs and points, cleaning distributor rotor arms etc. Neither the Audi nor the Mini has a spare tyre and despite the compressor, I'm pretty sure I'd end up calling for roadside assistance. I had a puncture in Croatia on the K1600GT once, which turned into an adventure that would require a page or two - suffice it to say that an air pump isn't much use if the punctured hole is significant, and even after repair and reinflation with a can of gunk, the ramifications can be dramatic!
I do wonder, though, when was the last time the wheels were taken off and therefore, if I should end up changing a wheel at the roadside, it might be sensible to have practised at home and made sure the Spinner is not seized on solid - any thoughts?
Last edited by Whizjet; 22/10/25 09:46 AM.
