Princess service of engine oil spark plugs leads etc &new car mats shock exclusive 😂😍

[@laurataylor9454]

I really love the enthusiasm this girl has for classic cars , she's brilliant

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Thanks Laura 😍👍😊🚗

[@golden.lights.twinkle2329]

I'm impressed that you are watching everything closely and asking questions. It's not a good idea to work underneath a car supported only by a jack. The car should be supported on axle stands. Hopefully he did that. I love your houndstooth hat!

[@matildariverwaldennews]

He usually does although he is at that boy stage where he thinks he’s invincible 😊 if I’m still allowed to say that 🤣

[@davidhewitt2864]

Please be safe work with stands under car !

[@Darren_NGH_Gowing]

Great to see the little beast, does sound like the valve clearances need doing as sounding a bit tapping, don’t forget to check and clean the points and maybe replace the condenser. Might be an idea to find an old school mechanic to put a timing light on it to check that too. My 42 year Old Ford Cortina has to have that kind of TLC 🤣

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Thanks for the tip and thanks for commenting

[@derekdee9592]

I’m sure brother Billy wiping dip stick on his tea shirt won’t go down to well with mum lol Your enjoyment out of this old princess is infectious, good choice it seems .

[@matildariverwaldennews]

It drives her mad 😅

[@etaontime7375]

It did make me laugh 😂

[@matildariverwaldennews]

@@etaontime7375 😂

[@dixiefallas7799]

Hi Matilda when you pass yr test your going to be the coolest young lady in England 😊❤from Yorkshire!

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Thanks Dixie ❤

[@glennlingard7851]

Thank goodness Billy changed the oil, looks well overdue, don’t be too concerned about them metal filings, that’s actually not bad, pleased you changed the plugs, when l got my princess all four plugs were different, ran so much better after l got the proper ones, once again well done!

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Yes she certainly runs well 😊

[@davidrobertson376]

Billy is so blessed to have a sister. I have brothers but I see the special connection you two have and the same special connection my wife has with her brothers and I realise that it is something I have missed out on.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

I’m very lucky to have him to help with my car 🚗 Thank You 😊

[@benfederspiel5359]

Hi Miss Matilda, I love to see you get excited about your old Car and have enjoyed listening to you as you walk through the Train station. Thanks for sharing.😊

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Your welcome thanks for watching 😊

[@nicholasviney5975]

That used to be a Saturday service on your drive way with your friends and then on a Sunday afternoon after a good drive around time for a wash all ready for summer trips, takes me back to simpler times. Have fun

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Good old days 😊

[@paultaylor9652]

You just popped up on KZbin as I mainly watch car video's. I absolutely love your enthusiasm for this wee car, great to see your brother explaining everything as your never to young or old to learn something new.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Thanks glad you enjoyed the vid, yes my brother has worked on countless vehicles and found faults others couldn’t diagnose, yet he’d never seen the same oil used for the engine and gearbox, you never stop learning 😊 thanks for watching 😊

[@bertelliott1456]

In 1964 when I was a little kid, my mom bought a brand new MG1100 which was essentially the same car as yours. 4 door, even the same color as yours. It was a stick shift, and my mom really enjoyed driving it. The problem was, this was in New Jersey and none of the American mechanics had a clue about how to work on it. Within the first year the poor car was in the shop 3 times for 5-6 weeks each. After a year my mother was fed up and traded it in on a new Ford. It was a shame because the MG was a beautiful car and fun to drive. I wish you good luck with yours.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Thank you and thank you for your story 😊

[@peternorthyorkshire6206]

Love how Billy wiped the dipstick oil on his tee shirt, proper classic mechanics! Also just to endorse good advice from others re oil in the carb piston, re-check engine oil level after a short run up to temperature. A few small metal deposits on the sump plug not a great concern but see what it is like at next oil change - which you need to do more frequently than in a modern car.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

I know mum goes mad with him 😅 every top he gets he says I promise I’ll keep this one for best 😅😂

[@MyJon64]

Little bit of knowledge. The manual VP Princess 1300 had twin carbs, the Automatic only had the one.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Thank You 😊

[@theobster]

Very satisfying servicing an old car. She wasn’t quite running right by the sound of it, nothing major just a little tune up needed. I recommend you check the valve clearances (Tappets), clean the points and check the ignition timing with a strobe, whilst you have the cap off clean the contact the spark is distributed to as they often have a layer of corrosion on. Also I find using a colourtune, made by Gunsons is a good way to check the mixture is correct👍🏼 Great to see young enthusiasts getting their hands mucky🙂

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Brilliant thanks for the advice 😊

[@Radfordperson]

My thoughts exactly, I gave away my 1968 VDP 13000 a few years ago, silly me. I previously rebuilt the engine and manual gearbox, it ran like a dream. The car in the video has a single 1 1/2" SU, so it is likely to be an Automatic. The automatics had that larger oil filter.

[@brettybubbles]

This is one of the best car videos I have ever watched the enthusiasm of the young lady is infectious, thank you so much.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Ahh thanks glad you enjoyed it 😍

[@grahamtaylor2800]

Good video but surprised Billy didn't do research on the car he would have then known about engine and gearbox oil plus filter and also knowing how much oil the car required. I think he could have done the tappets as well as you could hear them when engine was running but you've got a great car the vanden plas is the one to have and it lovely to hear your enthusiasm I wish you many happy miles of motoring

[@matildariverwaldennews]

It’s not a how to video, the genuine side of the filming is what our subscribers want to see, not a manufactured BBC style that’s set up, we are very lucky to have him and without him we would not be able to own the car, expecting him to work for free, go on camera when it’s not his channel and then sit and research a vehicle which is not even his chosen model is a step too far, he has done the tappets, but we can only film when Billy is available as he is extremely busy, sometimes when he works we are not there to capture it on film. Thanks for watching 😊

[@paulbrenton939]

Tip 1.before fitting, put some oil in FILTER first, Before trying first start up ?

[@paulbrenton939]

Tip 2. Replace RAD CAP to allow cooling system to reach PRESSURE, see hose LEAKS?

[@garywateridge]

even if you werent into classic cars, this girl has a great talent for getting you interested.make a great tv presenter.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Thank You

[@crashbox7130]

I didn't see if the ignition points, condenser, and rotor arm were replaced inside the distributor. I'd get those replaced and set the ignition points gap to the correct setting so the engine runs at its best. Probably a good idea to whip the rocker cover off the top of the engine (the part that has the Princess name plate attached) and adjust the tappet gaps at the same time. The engine sounded like it was 'hunting' and wasn't idling smoothly, though that might have been due to the choke being pulled out.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

I think he ordered them, they were not in stock, but I will double check with him 😊

[@lesklower7281]

The Princes Vanden Plas a very luxurious car besides all the wood on the interior there are pinic tables which is a feature on many classic luxury cars

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Yes there are 😊

[@lesklower7281]

@@matildariverwaldennews l notice a lot about british luxury cars l know new Rolls-Royces have picnic tables in the back seat now for british luxury cars there are two requirements that us wood and leather and Princes has the requirements

[@etaontime7375]

Hi Matilda 👌🏼😎..How refreshing to see your passion with Princess 👑… this car was very popular ,with older slightly wealthier ladies… she’s a little beauty 💎… new sub 👍🏼

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Thank You and thanks for subscribing 😊

[@kentwalker1496]

Love the comments. I picture each one of them hovering over the mechanic giving him advice. Enjoying the video and comments.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

😂😂😂 there’s always an expert 😂 we are lucky to have him couldn’t afford the car if we had to take it to garage

[@paultubby6878]

Great video again and love the enthusiasm! One thing to note with the ap automatic engine and gearbox. The oil level should be checked when the engine is at operating temperature and checked after being stood for one minute after running. This when cold will show a good three quarters of a inch past the maximum mark on the dipstick. So if checking the oil when the engine is cold it should be three quarters of a inch past the maximum mark. As the engine shares the same oil with gearbox this is essential. Good quality 20w50 oil and should be change atleast once a year regardless of mileage. You have a lovely car and look forward to watching more videos.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

That’s a good advice, thanks for that and I’m glad you enjoyed the vid 😊

[@stephenrowell9373]

Thankyou for another great video Matilda, very well filmed in my opinion !.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Thank You glad you enjoyed, it’s just my mum that films she isn’t a professional 😊👍😊

[@williammitchell8594]

Wipes the dipstick on his t shirt. Proper mechanic 😊

[@matildariverwaldennews]

😂 my mother doesn’t agree she still does his washing 😂

[@williammitchell8594]

@@matildariverwaldennews 😂

[@gerrypowell2748]

Love your exuberance,take care of that car it’s special❤️

[@matildariverwaldennews]

I will 😊👍 thanks for watching 😊

[@paulives4758]

In the back, pull down the walnut little tables in back of seat. They were a feature of the VP! The mats fit perfectly! Good work!

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Thank You

[@randyarnold6361]

You should endeavor to get the original rubber boot which covers the top of the distributor. With it placed on the front side of the engine directly inside the front grill, the distributor will get water inside of it in heavy rain or just simply over time. It is a part which should be available from any of the specialist who offer parts for Minis and the ADO15 like yours.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Brilliant thanks for the info 😊👍

[@marciabaldwin2506]

Great video and awesome to see the younger people taking an interest in classic cars we'll done matilda ❤ now subscribed to help support your brilliant enthusiasm ❤

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Thanks for the support much appreciated 😊👍😊

[@richardbrady2818]

The motor oil you used is very thick, will not be good for winter conditions, only hot summer conditions. Also you should have replaced the distributor cap, it looked rather crusty when you removed the wires, best of luck to both of you

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Yes he has replaced it one not in stock at the time, thanks for commenting

[@samuelchaloner3988]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@samuelchaloner3988]

I have to say that you have "the x factor " your little films are a pure delight watch , as an old and sometime cynical man you know how to "charm an audience " I have feeling it's you being yourself and if it is you are blessed !

[@gagatube]

Nice video Matilda, you're lucky to have a willing mechanic in the family - glad he sorted out that dog's breakfast of plugs and HT leads. I agree with other posters it's always a good idea on cars of this age to change out all the distributor bits (cap, points, condenser, rotor arm) so you know they are all good. Also as has been said keep an eagle eye on the *oil level* for the first week or so - because it is shared by the engine, the oil filter and the gearbox, things may not be as straightforward as usual - refer to a manual, preferably the manual that originally would have come with the car. In my best Yorkshire accent: "Magnetic sump plug? Bloody luxury I tell you!" 😂

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Thanks for that advice, I think they were out of stock of the cap etc and he’s getting them 😊

[@thtmotoring]

Loving your enthusiasm! I’m also classed as a young classic car owner and I’ve only recently got into it myself and you learn so much doing jobs like this!

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Thanks glad you enjoyed watching it 😊

[@Mandylove999]

Loving the enthusiasm, I used to work on this era of car as an apprentice, most things are straightforward compared to the modern stuff , it’s nice to see someone wanting to keep a classic going, I used to have a 1300GT for a while until it got sideswiped by a cortina and it just wasn’t a viable repair back in the eighties, best of luck with your princess

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Thanks Gary 😊

[@nickwillobey2205]

Gotta step back to the OLD days, Billy 😮😮😮!

[@geedee1999]

Another great little Princess video update. She is looking ready for that day out. That plastic strip you found in the back looks like a door protector that just clips on the side of the door frame when open. Back in the good old days you could buy these universal parts to protect your doors so when you opened them near a wall, post or in a garage they didn't get scratched. Halfords or even ebay should be a good place to find some new ones for a couple of quid. 🥰

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Ahh yes I have actually seen those before now you mention it, thanks for the info 😊

[@the_monza_man]

@@matildariverwaldennews don't use them, they'll cause damage to the paintwork from rubbing, and also they're a trap for moisture, so the can cause rust to form. Avoid!

[@donaldbaughn6275]

its good that your learning the fundamentals of the automotive industry.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

😊😊

[@grahamforster9812]

Matilda billy does a great job. your so lucky to have a brother how is a mechanic. I could hear tapping noise was it your tap dancing shoes OR the tappets need setting. love the videos keep up the good work. 🙌

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Yes I couldn’t have the car without him 😊👍😊 glad you enjoyed the vid 😊

[@johnherleman9732]

We always carried a big plastic bleach bottle that we had trimmed to slide over the whole distributor. It’s exposed right behind the grill with no protection at all. It helped get us home many times through a downpour.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

I'll pass that onto Billy Thank You

[@simonhawkins8913]

I have just subscribed to your channel...doing a fantastic job ..and love following your journey..did not mean it to be a pun 😄with your lovely princess 😁😁

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Thanks Simon really glad you enjoy the channel 😊👍😊

[@JustAlanJohn]

A little tip change the oil again after 500 miles the oil removed has not been changed for a very long time also check the inner wings and real subframe mountings for rust. Oh yes and add some Wynn´s oil this will help the engine and gearbox love your enthusiasm Matilda.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Thanks for the info and commenting 😊

[@JustAlanJohn]

I've carried out a lot of work on these cars and know them inside out. Good idea to get a Haynes manual. 👍

[@matildariverwaldennews]

@@JustAlanJohn yes I think he has one but will check 😊

[@timbrown8581]

Another great vid Matilda. When you are servicing Princess's engine and gearbox, just think mini. They have the same style engine and gearbox. You can easily upgrade the old type oil filter to the new cartridge style. Plenty of information online.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Brill I’ll pass that onto Billy 😊

[@davidwood4271]

Great video Matilda you are so likeable luv your videos ❤

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Thanks David 😊

[@chuckaustin3832]

"Dizzy Cap" - I like that. Never heard the distributer cap called that before, but it makes perfect sense. After all it does spin round and round...

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Ahhh I’ve heard that before I thought that was the proper name 🤣 but I’m a bit dizzy myself 🤣

[@winksmt01]

Dizzy short for distributor.

[@chippy3350]

Adjust tappers and put thin oil in screw top of carburettor this makes the piston in the carb move correctly giving a smoother acceleration, check rear subframe as it is prone to rotting…..

[@DavidUKesb]

The video didn't show it but I assume Billy set the correct gap on the new spark plugs and checked the gap in the points. Might be worth getting a new set of points and distributor cap as both items are very cheap. Then set the timing by rotating the distributor clockwise until the engine starts pinking going uphill, then back off a fraction anti-clockwise until no pinking is heard going uphill. Finally set the carburettor mixture and check there is enough oil in the carb dashpots.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Yes it’s difficult to show everything unless your channel is set up just for car maintenance ‘how to’ videos etc a channel like mine has to cater for all the subscribers and some won’t want to watch a lengthy in detail service. Thanks for watching and all the advice I have got on here is passed to Billy so thanks for commenting 🤗

[@petanders1968]

Great video blog this Matilda. My 1st car that i bought at age 19 was a Vauxhall 101 and I too carried out a thorough service, doing all the items your brother did, and I also got a new distributor cap, rotor arm and condensor(capacitor) and new set of points, armed with one of those Haynes motor books I got it running lovely and smooth after also adjusting the head tappets/rocker arms, your princess sounds a bit clackety so Billy might want to have a look at that area to limit wear and tear on the cylinder head. Hope you have some great adventures in your Princess, atb Peter

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Thanks for that advice I’ll pass it onto Billy, glad you enjoyed the vid and thanks for watching

[@michealmccann]

She looks in great shape for her years, the oil change will do her good.

[@ronschischka9125]

You are so sweet enjoy the Princess I had a Austin 1100 they go well

[@matildariverwaldennews]

@@ronschischka9125 yes we have one great car 🚘

[@rosewood1]

Nice video. I converted my Austin to a spin on oil filter. Much better as I know oil is being filtered properly

[@matildariverwaldennews]

That’s interesting thanks 😊

[@clivematthew-wilson7918]

Those black spark plugs suggest that your carbs are running richer than Bill Gates. SU carbs are simple to adjust, once you get the hang of it, but they' can be a bewildering nightmare if you're a beginner (especially if they're twin SU carbs). As someone else has mentioned, a Gunson colourtune spark plug will help. Or find some old guy who worked on these cars in the 1970s. If you have points in the distributor, you need to close up the gaps on the new spark plugs. Otherwise you may have trouble starting on cold mornings. If you have an electronic ignition in place of points, you still need to check the gap on the spark plugs, but you can increase or decrease the gap to maybe 8mm.

[@rosewood1]

The Gunson colour tune is excellent. I use this on my Atlantic which has twin SUs. I found that excessive richness was caused in part by the choke not shutting off properly. And modern repro cork gaskets don't compress properly. Better to replace the whole choke assembly with modern seals and parts. You can then adjust properly and they don't leak! But I would run this first and then see if I need to adjust the SU. Sadly allot of people take short cuts.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Brill I’ll pass that info onto Billy thanks for that 😊

[@johnherleman9732]

And, it sounds like a couple of the valves may need to be adjusted to spec. Set them to 0.015 to start and then tweak each one till the motor is smooth and quiet. You can find any number of guides here to help.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Thanks John he has done that

[@charliechimples]

Be sure you look after Billy, he’s a Godsend. Another great vid. Thanks for sharing. 🐵

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Yes he’s wonderful thanks for watching 👍😍😊

[@robertbills4290]

That piece you found under the driver's seat is probably the sealing strip that finishes off the seat covering underneath the seat check the passenger side to check

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Brilliant thanks for that info 😊

[@karlmorgan-jones537]

Great to see your enthusiasm for this little classic. Please change those jubilee clips - they have slots cut in them as opposed to the pressed type that are much stronger. Also, your water hoses look very tired and the rubber perished.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Thanks for that I’ll pass the info on to Billy 👍😊

[@chrisperri7224]

I’m impressed with you watching what’s going on. The top of the carb needs unscrewing and a drop of 3 in 1 oil dropping in 👍

[@matildariverwaldennews]

I think he did that 😊

[@TX200AA]

Changing to electronic ignition is one of the best reliability updates for cars of that era. The 1275 cc engine with a single carburettor was rated at about 58bhp, and with the automatic transmission the car is going to be a bit slow in modern traffic. the good news is that the engine is easily tuneable.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Thanks for the info 😊👍😊

[@danielrooney9968]

Good video, don’t worry about the build up on the sump plug. I have a mini with the same engine and it’s like that everytime I change the oil on my mini and I’ve been driving it for 15 years

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Brill thanks for that 😊

[@davedaman04]

just to add to the check the tappets. you will want to top up the dash pot on the carb as well.. normal part of a service on them along with points and condensor. back in the old days you had 2 sevices a year 6 month oil and filter and the yearly was everything...

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Yes he done that, thanks for commenting 😊👍😊

[@markmoore2625]

Loving your enthusiasm for your Princess. The 'A' series engine is pretty robust, but as others have said, regular servicing will keep it running smoothly. It did sound a little rough at the end of the video, maybe the carb could do with some attention .Hope you enjoy many days out in her, it's refreshing to see young folk embarking on their classic car journey.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Thanks for the advice and I am gla you enjoyed the vid

[@williamross2579]

You can get a ‘Spin on’ oil filter conversion kit, so modern filters, such as the one you mis-ordered, can be fitted, so much easier than the old school cartridge and o-rings filters and casing that you currently have, I think it’s off a Mini. If you want the BEST points/condensers, Rotor arms ….dizzy caps and leads made to the correct standard I recommend ‘Distributor doctor’ of Wiviliscombe (Exmoor).

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Brilliant he’s just changed them but I’ll bare that in mind for next time 😊👍😊

[@nickcoppard5335]

The automatic is best left with the larger paper filter, the can type for manual is smaller ,

[@henriknilsson7851]

This Princess looks to be a great car! You have a keeper there. I have to say the oil filter is a bit daunting, the the filter on my Fiat. Bit of a mess I am afraid.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Yes I’m glad Billy advised to get the oil and filter changed prior to going out 😊

[@davidfarmer2049]

3:43 a new set of plugs is alawys good and new leads also nevver does any harm . That lads got your interests at heart.

[@Darren_NGH_Gowing]

The piece you found in the back could be the strip where it clips seat material to the frame of the seat.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Thanks Darren 😀

[@paulph12002]

Proper old school servicing here, I noted the use of the period correct 20W/50 mineral oil. The new plugs and HT leads should improve fuel economy and general running too.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

@@paulph12002 Thanks 👍😀👍

[@jontaylor5322]

Check your carb for oil, there also appeared to be a slight puddle on Spark Plug No3 when running, which I didn't notice when the plug was swapped. I see the points, arm, cap & condenser have already been mentioned. You'll have it running sweet in no time.... 👍👍👍👍 Enjoy it also, best of luck....

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Thanks Jon 😊😍😊👍

[@ratman5229]

Brilliant video, love your enthusiasm

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Thank You 😊

[@Zombihamster]

7:54 Your lucky to have Billy as a mechanic who knows what to do when parts break off! Not something a "Haynes Manual" will tell you.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

I think he’s wonderful, couldn’t have Princess without him ❤

[@jagmanjohnthejag]

Hope Billy set the plug gaps to 25 thousands of an inch? Metal on sump plug magnet was OK! Normal. Yes always put axle stands under car when it's jacked up ! ❤ Keep on Vlogging, your Mum is a super camera girl too! Let's see more of her, only spotted her reflection in a car window filming, so get Mum in a few shots too she is a star, to have such an amazing talented daughter.❤

[@matildariverwaldennews]

@@jagmanjohnthejag 😂 she only does it for me she’s not very keen been on camera 👍

[@rogerpritchard]

Maybe change the cooing system water and fresh anti freeze? I like how you ask lots of questions, best way to learn. Good vid.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Thanks Roger and thanks for watching 😊

[@MrCreamlover]

sounds like the exhaust manifold is blowing

[@dinointhetube]

You could do this yourself it’s just nuts bolts keep in order and replace. If you go wrong there’s not a lot to happen.

[@brianhall3770]

Trim is from under the dash, tappets need adjusting, part of a service too, a new set of plug leads is advisable as your car has a mis matched odd set, the green one is the original type.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Thanks for that 😊👍

[@Split10uk]

My 2016 Smart fortwo has a cartridge oil filter. Only turbo models for some reason.

[@bobwalker8907]

Judging by the black plugs and rough idle I would say the engine is running rich, check the choke operation to see if it is returning fully and not sticking and if that is ok then then carburetter will need a tune, not difficult but get a Haynes manual to see how. Enjoying your content keep it up.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Thanks for the info Bob I’ll pass it on to Billy 👍😀

[@SFlightline]

I had a 1973 Austin 1300GT many years ago... Basically the same car as the Princess but with Twin Carbs... (a 1275 Cooper S engine really) and no wood, picnic tables etc. but the sporty version. I really enjoyed mine... I would buy a new set of HT leads as yours are all different and definitely get an electronic ignition system installed, if it doesn't have that already... TTFN. Just seen more of the vid, you have ad the HTs changed... Why no new distributor cap??

[@matildariverwaldennews]

There is a new cap on now just supplier out of stock at time of vid 😊

[@labrador-fx3fb]

He's a jack of all trades that lad is. Well done to him.

[@jessede1970]

Hi matilda nice bit of maintenance on your classic princess car love the car and colour hope you get the seam of the door sorted out at point hope you have a great week♥️❤️👍👌

[@matildariverwaldennews]

I couldn’t afford to have a classic car without him ❤

[@matildariverwaldennews]

@@jessede1970 is that what that piece is?

[@davidfarmer2049]

10:26 ALWAYS fill up to the mark. NEVER beyond.

[@robertbills4290]

Did you top up the dash pot on the carburetor with 20/50 engine oil you need to do that to give the carb suction

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Yes thanks for the advice a few people have commented that so all done, thanks for the help 😊👍🚗

[@davidbaker3270]

hope you also topped the dash pot up with 20/50 oil on the carb as well and take it you did points condenser and dizzy cap too see you have another in the yard so bet you already know all this lol

[@matildariverwaldennews]

I’m sure he did but I will pass the message on 😀👍

[@paulives4758]

When u get the time, might be worth doing the tappet adjustment in the rocker cover as this may quieten then engine a little

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Yes he has done that now thanks for commenting

[@strokenumber3]

.Very nice car, nice videos. Subscribed

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Thanks for subscribing

[@johnfroio4910]

Your Princess is in excellent hands with Billy! Do you have your drivers license yet? Can’t wait to see you drive her!🙂

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Yes he’s the best ❤ two years yet 🥲

[@classic1989mini]

A lovely car, but I did notice some of the dreaded rust . Have you heard of 'Lanoshield' spray it on EVERYWHERE under the car to help stop the rust. It's highly commended

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Okay I’ll look into that thank you 😊

[@classic1989mini]

@@matildariverwaldennews or lanogaurd .I've seen two different products on here , both do the same thing.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

@@classic1989mini thanks 😊

[@classic1989mini]

When you were both changing the oil and plug leads, did you look inside the cap of the carburettor (irs the black cap in the middle of the air filter) there should be a cap full of oil inside, to help it run smoothly, good luck

[@matildariverwaldennews]

@@classic1989mini it was my mum filming and talking so I don’t know, but that’s really interesting thanks I will pass that information onto Billy 😊

[@Falco45able]

Good job , you could check the tappets, and did you change the points and condenser? Have fun, stay lucky 😉

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Yes he did thanks for commenting

[@musoseven8218]

The downside of these front wheel drive BMC cars was the combined gearbox and engine oil use. But regular oil changes help offset that (I'd recommend every 3000 miles - or maybe every 1500 miles if you don't do a lot of miles). Most of these cars had a paper oil filter element. Good to see that you used a classic 20w/50 oil, also make sure that you use a low detergent 20w/50 oil, Eg. from Comma, Morris' et al. I've not run or been around an automatic A-Series BMC car for a long time, but I'm sure that they still used 20w/50 blend. Don't use modern high detergent oils that are also thinner, they'll cause more harm than good. You'll probably need to check the timing, dwell angle etc and adjust the tappets in time too. All this is second nature to us, even from the ultra modern 1980s😄🤣 My first job was in a motor factors too (the stories I could tell😄😄). Have you got a Haynes manual for it? Thatll help with procedures, specs etc. There might be one on eBay or through the owners club etc? Nothing wrong with Eg a Bosch three prong plug, but all four should be the same and to the correct type. The original spark plugs would have been, from memory, Lucas N9Y's. Make sure that the gap is set using feeler gauges, don't assume they're correctly set from the box/factory. You might want to think about electronic ignition for reliability and easier servicing, also a new coil too (keep the old parts in case you want to put it back to original)😉👍✌️ Also when you get a new air filter, get some oil for the carburettor (use the correct oil NOT 3 in 1 or similar), part of daily driving checks is to lift the carb plunger and check the resistance/thus oil level which acts as a 'damper'. I hope that all helps. Billy seems to know his stuff, what I've mentioned is just the quirks of classic BMC A-Series engined cars😉😊💜👍✌️

[@matildariverwaldennews]

That’s brilliant informative info, thanks for taking the time to write that, yes Billy is brilliant, but like with everything you never stop learning. I’ll pass this info over to him thanks for commenting 😊😍

[@musoseven8218]

@@matildariverwaldennews Ahh you're all most welcome. Takes me back to being your age and learning about cars✌️👍😊 I'm sure that Billy will get to grips with it all, they're simple cars, just older, different ✌️👍😊

[@peterbutler5010]

I think you should go in to acting you are very talented girl

[@matildariverwaldennews]

I have done theatre 😊

[@mokhlessoliman44]

It was very good idea to replace those spark plugs because it looks so old and the oil too . Keep an eye on that car it’s good cars

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Thanks 😊

[@barry-bo9mz]

Billy if you are ever up weardale way pop in and I'll introduce to a old guy with about 100 antique tractors amazing it'll be good content for matilda

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Never got a notification for this comment 🤔 could you please email me further details thanks 😊 [e-mail]

[@Anonymous-ib8so]

Sounds like the tappets need adjusting. Otherwise seems to run sweetly

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Yes they are done now thanks 😊

[@tectoramia-sz1lu]

Looking at the state of the oil, it might be a head gasket problem. Is there a creamy residue in the oil filler cap ?

[@matildariverwaldennews]

It’s running fine 🤔

[@jimmyviaductophilelawley5587]

Hi have you considered joining the vanden plas owner's club? It's always advisable to join these clubs when buying a classic car.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Yes thank you 😊

[@curiouscrandall1]

Did you change the sealing washer on the oil filter can? Bro-in-law killed an Austin 1300 because an idle garage didn't have one, didn't bother, and the old one disintegrated - depositing the engine oil on the road. End of engine as he didn't realise that "red" is ignition, "orange" is oil pressure!

[@matildariverwaldennews]

I’m sure I saw him do that but I definitely will ask and pass the info on, thanks for that 😊

[@ethelmini]

He numbered the spark plugs from the wrong end. It doesn't really matter, for this, but it could save confusion if you're reading a repair manual. No1 is farthest from the gearbox, or nearest the radiator on cars with an engine driven fan, like yours. The firing order is 1-3-4-2 and the rotor arm (in the distributor) rotates anti-clockwise, so once you've identified where one plug lead goes you can work out the rest. Those automatics like regular oil changes, but avoid oil with additives like ZDDP. It's great for other transverse A Series engines, but automatics have brake bands and clutches in them that work by friction. If you didn't know the engine & gearbox is like a classic Mini's, so if you're looking for information online that'll likely be a better search & there are plenty of specialist Mini spares suppliers for parts - like Minispares.

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Okay I’ll pass that on thanks for commenting 😊

[@davidfarmer2049]

13:12 points issue is my guess. over choked!!!

[@paulorchard7960]

Since it’s obviously been a while and you have no idea when the last oil change was done it might be a good idea to do another oil and filter change after a thousand miles! Its cheap insurance and next time you can get your hands dirty now you know how! The plugs did look carboned up, too rich!

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Yes that’s a good idea thanks and thanks for watching 😊

[@poppydogz]

Drop the sump and clean it out it''s (cheap and easy) because what was on the drain plug will be in the bottom of the sump and will get dragged around the engine with every oil change x

[@matildariverwaldennews]

Yeah that’s a good idea, I need a ramp next 😂 May take her to a friends garage and borrow the ramp, so much easier 😊

[@alfedtron9043]

have you found the cigarette liter yet

[@davidfarmer2049]

5:14 keep all your plugs aand leads SCRUPULOUSLY clean.

[@geoffreyevans1549]

Billy is the new Ed China !

[@matildariverwaldennews]

🤣👍