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Author:  GuamMini [ Fri Oct 21, 2022 9:29 am ]
Post subject:  Distributor Cover
What would you use for a distributor cover for a Clubman GT? It stalls when I get caught in the rain. Thanks
Author:  winabbey [ Fri Oct 21, 2022 11:57 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Distributor Cover
BMC made a couple of accessories to solve this problem. In addition some water repellant spray such as WD40, CRC, RP7 is a good thing to have on board at all times.

This part (HYL4234) fits over the top of the distributor and spark plugs to protect that area.

Attachment:
HYL4234 Ignition Shield Kit b.jpg


Later on they used a simple flat plate secured to the grille in front of the distributor.

This is the common solution offered by Mini parts suppliers.

https://www.minimania.com/part/BHM1675/ ... ater-Guard

Those who rallied a Mini (like me) often used a rubber glove over the distributor. The ends of the fingers/thumb are cut and the spark plug and coil leads fed through and sealed with tape to make water tight.
Author:  jimb [ Fri Oct 21, 2022 1:54 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Distributor Cover
Another option when we were rallying seriously in our Cooper S was to drill a small hole in cap, glue in a thin breather tube and position up out of way. Then silicon cap to dissy and leads then WD40 everything. This was a modification the HOLDEN DEALER TEAM used to great success.
Author:  GuamMini [ Fri Oct 21, 2022 2:07 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Distributor Cover
Thank you for all the information
Author:  timmy201 [ Fri Oct 21, 2022 2:58 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Distributor Cover
Has anyone got a cover like Doug’s photo for sale? I assume it will only fit with the later alternator/coil bracket?
Author:  winabbey [ Fri Oct 21, 2022 3:10 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Distributor Cover
timmy201 wrote:
Has anyone got a cover like Doug’s photo for sale? I assume it will only fit with the later alternator/coil bracket?

Pretty sure my ex Police S came with one but don't know if it was fitted during Police service or by the next owner. I will check next time I access off-site storage.

Here's the fitting instructions.

Attachment:
HYL4234 Ignition Shield Fitting Instructions v2.jpg
Author:  cooperess [ Fri Oct 21, 2022 4:53 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Distributor Cover
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Mini Distributor Cover 002.JPG
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Mini Distributor Cover 003.JPG
This what I have and it's available.
Author:  winabbey [ Fri Oct 21, 2022 5:10 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Distributor Cover
cooperess wrote:
This what I have and it's available.

That's the Leyland Australia one designed for and fitted to the Clubman Leyland range - part AYG9397.

Attachment:
AYG9397 Shield Ignition wm.jpg
Author:  cooperess [ Fri Oct 21, 2022 8:27 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Distributor Cover
Yes Doug, GuanMini has a Leylamd Clubman GT.
Author:  Hinesy1275 [ Fri Oct 21, 2022 10:11 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Distributor Cover
HYL4234 needs modification to fit over an oil cooler - the above distributor cover suggestion is better suited with oil cooler fitment
Author:  ausdino [ Sat Oct 22, 2022 2:02 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Distributor Cover
Hinesy1275 wrote:
HYL4234 needs modification to fit over an oil cooler - the above distributor cover suggestion is better suited with oil cooler fitment

I still have one from back in the day, never had problems that I can recall, running it on my old mk2 S in the late 70's. Will be using it (hopefully! depend on oldtimers and it fitting) on the car under resto. If anyone is interested, I could ask a mate whom does fibreglass, carbon & other composites to make a copy of mine in your preferred medium. It would depend on demand for making plug/mould and then price. Vacuum bagged carbon would be nice (and light). I will have to find a complete car with oil cooler to check and make required mods if necessary during prototyping.
Author:  i got a mini [ Sat Oct 22, 2022 7:28 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Distributor Cover
there are plenty of things you can do to help i have found a with new leads that seal tightly around plugs and cap and a nice tight fitting cap you shouldnt have much problems. I had massive issues it would start to sprinkle and i would drop a cylinder, and where the cap meats the dizzy was extremely lose/worn(old) replaced with a new cap and electronic ignition never misses a beat now
Author:  drmini in aust [ Sun Oct 23, 2022 6:44 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Distributor Cover
i got a mini wrote:
there are plenty of things you can do to help i have found a with new leads that seal tightly around plugs and cap and a nice tight fitting cap you shouldnt have much problems. I had massive issues it would start to sprinkle and i would drop a cylinder, and where the cap meats the dizzy was extremely lose/worn(old) replaced with a new cap and electronic ignition never misses a beat now


I agree. I also spray my 43D dizzy cap with WD40 once a year inside and out. I can hose the motor when running... :mrgreen:
Author:  GuamMini [ Mon Oct 24, 2022 8:28 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Distributor Cover
Wow, a wealth of information I would like to buy the original cover that came with the GT if there is any out there. For now I will try the WD40 method and gloves. Thank you
Author:  GuamMini [ Mon Oct 24, 2022 8:33 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Distributor Cover
ausdino wrote:
Hinesy1275 wrote:
HYL4234 needs modification to fit over an oil cooler - the above distributor cover suggestion is better suited with oil cooler fitment

I still have one from back in the day, never had problems that I can recall, running it on my old mk2 S in the late 70's. Will be using it (hopefully! depend on oldtimers and it fitting) on the car under resto. If anyone is interested, I could ask a mate whom does fibreglass, carbon & other composites to make a copy of mine in your preferred medium. It would depend on demand for making plug/mould and then price. Vacuum bagged carbon would be nice (and light). I will have to find a complete car with oil cooler to check and make required mods if necessary during prototyping.


Carbon or Fiberglass would work as long as we can also make all the brackets. I'm in for one :D
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