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Hi All

I am keeping an eye on four seaters with a price of £20Kish with a view to a purchase in a few months, when a house sale has gone through and I've built a shed for all the junk in the garage! The cars that catch my eye are most often rebuilt 70s ones.

I've just ordered a copy of the above title by Ken Hill. I'm hoping it will have a few useful tit-bits, as well as being a good read.

In general, I have tried to avoid buying every Morgan book out there, on the basis that after 16 years reading on the 'net and forums, there won't be too many new facts to discover! Of course, I do have a few books and have read several more from friends or libraries over the years.

Anyway, have I made a good purchase at £19.10? Anyone use it as a reference book? I know Ken Hill was much respected and have his Shire book. This book has been reprinted but please note it is available cheaper on Ebay than direct from the publisher.

Best wishes to all

Mogdavid

The book comes highly regarded David, good luck with your search there are some nice one's around.

You can play with it to your hearts content in the knowledge that there is no electronickery to hold you back. I'm a little to be honest these ECU driven things can drive you nuts.


There is currently one for sale on here by a TM member in case you missed it.
http://www.talkmorgan.com/ubbthreads.php/topics/518592/1986_morgan_4_seater_for_sale_#Post518592

I agree with +8Rich. I have just converted My +8 from a Carb to FI. I now wonder why???? I also have a 1963 +4-4Str that I have driven many miles in the U.S. and even Northern Europe. The SU's have been faultless and easy to keep up to snuff. The ignition is simple and within My capability to maintain/repair. It is more comfortable, reliable, and handles better than My +8. No it does not go from 0 to 60 faster than My +8. But that is the only thing it does not do.

BTW: I am presently having a problem with rot. It is IMO a given that all old Morgans that have been driven have rot. It will be in the sill, rocker, lower parts of the rear hoop. Anyplace where water can accumulate. Most Morgans have upholstery covering this rot. Mine do not. I keep this area open so it can be inspected and treated if needed. Looks terrible but IMO necessary for a pre-cuprinol Morgan. When I find a soft spot I treat it with CPRS. "Clear Penetrating Epoxy Sealer". I source this from the "Rot Doctor" here in Seattle. I think any Marine Chandler will have something like this product on their shelf. It turns the rot into Epoxy with wood fibers in it. Easy to apply (follow directions). What is difficult is removing the Upholstery and than recovering.

Thanks +8Rich

Magwa's car looks great but I have the disadvantage of not being keen on the popular Corsa red (and also BRG). The cars on my radar currently are Orange (I think it looks fab in the ad on Car and Classic) and Ivory.

Mogdavid

Hi Button

I enjoy your contributions and admire your approach to Morgans and life.

I would consider newer cars but do like the simplicity of the older ones. In the end, I want a car to drive more than tinker with but must keep to a modest budget. A well sorted older car may turn out to be good value for money.

In the meantime, I'm looking forward to the arrival of my book at the end of the week.

Best wishes

Mogdavid

And thats the rub. Money vs Morgan. If I could I would buy a 3.0 2005 Roadster. I have driven them I like the Roadster. I have quite a lot of experience driving various models of Morgan. The balance/power trade off of the Roadster is ideal for the kind of driving I like to do. Mountain Roads. But in the U.S. they are very expensive and I can't afford one. Fortunately I am mechanically inclined (except for electronics) as well a rotten sill or rocker does not scare Me. I can fix it. So I trade My skill for the money I don't have. Strangely I enjoy repairing/maintaining My old Morgans as much as I do driving them. Also talking about them and My exploits on the Internet. I get a surprising amount of information exchanging information on the internet. I have Dave W.s book as well as Fred Sisson's collection, I know and am friends of John Worrall, Lorne Goldman and Peter Mulberry and I should not forget John Sheally II whom I must say probably helped a lot. I met Mel Rutter in Northern England in 1985 who must be the Worlds best Morgan supplier of parts un available anywhere. The Morgan community is small. With a little effort I must know just about everybody that knows anything about a Morgan. It is fun. I don't need money because I have enthusiasm for Morgans old or new.

Hello Mogdavid
Have you read MOGGIE by Colin Musgrove.A good book for those interested in real Morgans.There is a copy on eBay at the moment for about £20.He rebuilt my car in 1989.
Regards Barry

1978 4/4 4 Seater Ferrari rosso

Hi Andre44

I have not read Colin Musgrove's book. I have heard of him and his rebuilt cars and indeed his book. I think he posts occasionally on here?

The book looks good and I've just put in an offer ("make an offer") on Ebay. If the offer isn't accepted, I'll leave it for now but keep an eye out for a cheaper copy. In any case, I'm not a quick reader!

Best wishes
Mogdavid

A great post Button!

I've been lurking about online long enough to know-of all those whom you mention.

I fancy the nimbleness of the four cylinder cars (in four seater form) which is lucky, with my budget! The kind of driving I foresee in the UK countryside will suit these cars.

I agree that the Morgan community is a fun part of the whole thing. I have learned a lot over the years and have met some interesting people and experienced a lot of generosity.

Best wishes
Mogdavid