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Inner arch work nearly done

A lot more challenging than you think. the expressed steel panels repair panels are good but imps were...

Its been a while - old school repairs found

Well its been a while but while waiting on something else I decided to look closer at the odd repair...

recommendations for heater-hose

I'm looking on Ebay at 5/8"/16mm (ID) heater-hose for my Imp-project and not sure which one to...

Scone Palace Show - Farming Yesteryear 2026

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MK 1 Project Doris A MK1 restoration project looking to get back to its rootes for the IMP 60 event celebrations in May 2023 Topics: 46 Posts: 78 Last Post: Inner arch work nearly done	46	78	Inner arch work nearly done by John A. Ross 20 September 2026, 09:07 PM
Daves Corner - Nods Mods Collection Mr Dave Shares His Fantastic Collection Of Mods Done Over the Years - Some Real Classics ! Topics: 66 Posts: 844 Last Post: Barnaby the Vusky	66	844	Barnaby the Vusky by John A. Ross 22 April 2024, 10:18 AM
Cols Corner - C.A. Restoration And Fabrication Professional Classic Car Restoration - Imp Specialist Colin Rooney Shows Us Classic Car Restorations Up Close Topics: 342 Posts: 381 Last Post: Feed is deleted	342	381	Feed is deleted by col rooney 23 September 2026, 04:06 PM
Moose Corner - Competition Replacement Parts And Advice From Mike Dent Quality after market products and advice from Imp and Clan expert Mike Dent aka Moose to keep your Imp Alive Topics: 108 Posts: 232 Last Post: Water pumps	108	232	Water pumps by Guest 25 July 2026, 01:45 PM
Imp Worx Video insights to the inner workings of your Imp and for everything related to BMW Conversions Topics: 1 Posts: 2 Last Post: Sunbeam Imp Sport Restoration by Dom Smith	1	2	Sunbeam Imp Sport Restoration by Dom Smith by John A. Ross 1 September 2026, 01:01 PM
Car Owners Stories And Restorations Owners Restoring Their Own Cars, Sometimes With A Twist, Show Their Work Here Topics: 231 Posts: 2,747 Last Post: Monte Carlo News Archives from Douglas Anderson	231	2,747	Monte Carlo News Archives from Douglas Anderson by John A. Ross 28 September 2026, 08:29 AM
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General Data Manuals Information LINKS Torque Settings, Nut And Bolt Sizes, Material information Topics: 6 Posts: 22 Last Post: The Imp And Chamois Rally Conversion	6	22	The Imp And Chamois Rally Conversion by John A. Ross 22 September 2021, 04:38 PM
A. Cooling System Water Pumps Cooling Fans Hoses Thermostats Coolants Topics: 7 Posts: 19 Last Post: recommendations for heater-hose	7	19	recommendations for heater-hose by John A. Ross 15 September 2026, 12:29 PM
B1. Engine - Top End Cylinder Head And Camshafts Topics: 5 Posts: 15 Last Post: Cylinder head casting numbers and valve sizes	5	15	Cylinder head casting numbers and valve sizes by John A. Ross 12 May 2023, 06:28 PM
B2. Engine - Bottom End Crankshaft, Oil Pump, Timing Chain, Dizzy Drive, Block, Pistons Topics: 11 Posts: 45 Last Post: Broken Block - Usable as is, reparable or for metal recycling ?	11	45	Broken Block - Usable as is, reparable or for metal recycling ? by Francois 1 December 2022, 05:38 AM
C. Fuel & Exhaust System Fuel Tank, Sender, Pump, Carbs, Air Filters, Manifolds, Exhausts Topics: 17 Posts: 75 Last Post: Refurbishing the early pneumatic throttle pedal	17	75	Refurbishing the early pneumatic throttle pedal by John A. Ross 18 October 2022, 09:52 PM
D. Clutch And Hydraulics Master, Slave Cylinder, Pressure, Friction Plates, Release Topics: 8 Posts: 21 Last Post: Clutch line lengths	8	21	Clutch line lengths by John A. Ross 13 March 2023, 02:59 PM
E. Transaxle And Gear Shift Controls Gearshift, Couplings, Gearbox, Differential, Mounts Topics: 12 Posts: 265 Last Post: Hillman Imp Gear Change Lever - Ball Replacement	12	265	Hillman Imp Gear Change Lever - Ball Replacement by John A. Ross 8 September 2026, 10:53 AM
F. Front Suspension, Hubs & Stub Axles Wishbones, Mounts, Bushes, Springs, Shocks, Hubs, Kingpins Topics: 13 Posts: 91 Last Post: Spring and damper lengths to suit lowered mk1 imps - advice sought.	13	91	Spring and damper lengths to suit lowered mk1 imps - advice sought. by moose549 13 September 2024, 07:07 AM
G. Rear Hubs & Drive Shafts Rear Hubs, Bearings, Shafts, Couplings, Universal Joints, Bolts Topics: 2 Posts: 11 Last Post: Driveshaft lock nuts	2	11	Driveshaft lock nuts by moose549 22 June 2021, 08:04 PM
H. Rear Suspension Pivot Bushes, Mounts, Springs, Shocks Topics: 2 Posts: 12 Last Post: Rear shock absorbers - studs	2	12	Rear shock absorbers - studs by Petowner 21 June 2020, 06:57 PM
J. Steering Controls Steering Wheel, Column, Bushes, Rack, Track Arms & Ball Joints Topics: 8 Posts: 35 Last Post: LHD Steering rack	8	35	LHD Steering rack by Francois 21 November 2022, 07:28 AM
K. Brakes - Front Rear And Hand Brake Cylinders, Pedal, Servo, Shoes, Hardware, Hand Brake Topics: 13 Posts: 45 Last Post: Brake pipe routing and light switch	13	45	Brake pipe routing and light switch by John A. Ross 23 November 2025, 03:44 PM
L. Wheels & Tyres Sizes, Tyres, Wheel Trim, Nuts, Rotation Topics: 2 Posts: 5 Last Post: Correct offsets for wheels on an Imp	2	5	Correct offsets for wheels on an Imp by John A. Ross 7 February 2022, 12:58 PM
N1. Electrical System - Start, Charge, Ignition Alternator, Starter, Dynamo, Ignition, Control Box, Dizzy Topics: 18 Posts: 73 Last Post: List of suitable alternators for hillman imps (standard wiring)	18	73	List of suitable alternators for hillman imps (standard wiring) by John A. Ross 3 October 2026, 06:18 PM
N2. Electrical System - Lighting, Controls, Binnacles Lights, Indicators, Controls, Switches, Guages, Senders, Diagrams Topics: 17 Posts: 52 Last Post: Imp gauges again how they work and how to test them	17	52	Imp gauges again how they work and how to test them by John A. Ross 26 June 2024, 09:31 AM
O. Body And Seals Rubber Seals, Glass, panels, Floor, Trim Topics: 42 Posts: 146 Last Post: Rear Hatch Seals Replacement - One of those jobs that failed	42	146	Rear Hatch Seals Replacement - One of those jobs that failed by John A. Ross 25 July 2026, 11:54 AM
P. Recomended Lubricants And Consumables Oils, Grease, Rust Inhibitors, Paint, Stone Chip, Coolant etc. Topics: 2 Posts: 5 Last Post: Spin on oil filter recommendations	2	5	Spin on oil filter recommendations by moose549 30 April 2021, 04:59 PM
Q. Oil Seals And Bearings Oil Seals, Gaskets, O Rings, Diaphragm�s, Hub Seals, Bearings Topics: 2 Posts: 2 Last Post: Double lipped oil seal as alternative to standard ones.	2	2	Double lipped oil seal as alternative to standard ones. by John A. Ross 30 January 2020, 12:08 PM
R. Heater And Controls Heater Matrix, Heater Flow Valves, Controls, Thermostats Topics: 5 Posts: 9 Last Post: Heater Blower Motor Solution - IMProved Alternative to Factory One	5	9	Heater Blower Motor Solution - IMProved Alternative to Factory One by John A. Ross 19 May 2020, 05:40 PM
S: Special Tools Images And Dimensions Of Special Tools Topics: 11 Posts: 25 Last Post: Handmade special tools we make - rear drive shaft pusher / crank pulley puller	11	25	Handmade special tools we make - rear drive shaft pusher / crank pulley puller by John A. Ross 13 June 2022, 07:32 PM
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HIDO - Site News Topics: 166 Posts: 690 Last Post: hillmanimp.org summary test	166	690	hillmanimp.org summary test by John A. Ross 1 September 2026, 08:33 PM
What's Happening In The World Of Hillman Imps The Imp Club - Ebay - FB - News Streams Topics: 8,547 Posts: 8,606 Last Post: IDLE CONTROL VALVE AIR SUPPLY 84044 FOR DAEWOO F8CV 0.8L 3cyl MATIZ	8,547	8,606	IDLE CONTROL VALVE AIR SUPPLY 84044 FOR DAEWOO F8CV 0.8L 3cyl MATIZ by WebBot 15 August 2026, 11:33 PM