did morris 850s ever come fitted with dash switches that had a clear plastic arm instead of the standard black arms. mine had clear arms when i got it but i can find replacements anywhere as mine are broke.

also, what are the original door check straps on an 850 made from? i have seen leather, webbing and also vinyl that matches the interior and have been told that they were all original. can any one clarify this? thanks.

I have seen some black switches go clear from sitting in the sun. That could explain why they break.

believe webbing was standard on 850s....cheap and cheerful

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"Show me the Mini!"

Mine were originally black but over time went clear, brittle, and broke. Have replaced the knobs to save mucking around removing the heater to get the switches out. The original door retaining webbing is still on the car and it is black seat belt webbing that has weathered to a dull grey over the years.

thanks kids. i had a feeling that they had just turned clear over time but it seems odd.

i've got clear on mine...

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ready to break then

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Too many cars, and too little time.

Steve E would know the answer to this. Put 850 question in the subject
sothat he looks in the thread.

if he dont know the answer i would tip that no one would

Dorothys are clear and so are the travellers both early cars, Your check strap should be same as door cards.

SNAP Chris

Steve

I got some new switches from Jaycar. Lever is a little longer than original - if I don't like the look of it I can always shorten but otherwise look the same and a lot cheaper than "original"

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David L


My greatest fear in life is that when I die my wife will sell my Mini and tools for the price I told her I paid for them!

check strap?

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door strap so it doesn't open too far. My switchs were clear but were broken when i got them haha! So i replaced them with normal on/off toggle switchs, suits my car more.

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1964 Morris 850, 1330 Supercharged - 81.8hp atws.
1975 Leyland Mini S 1100S powered - Nice and reliable.
1977 Leyland Mini LS - Project LS-T

i don't have a strap... i've got a metal one

with a plate and wire arrangement...

like zis...

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Be quiet or everyone will want them.
They were an option and are fairly rare and as a result they are worth a bit. List them on ebay and see!

What i swrong with a bit of seatbelt to stop the doors falling off