Thanks for reply Terzoid. Haven't been to Essex yet due family issues - mainly looking after grandson whilst mother has had several hospital stays (ah the joys of not working....). Also only yesterday we learn a dear old friend (and Volvo owner) has had to go to a care home after a fall so probably we have to get Power of Attorny as he is over 90. That means doing a full inventory of his extensive house and outbuildings as he's an avid early Austin fan....
Who said not working must be nice having all that spare time - try it! Got to change water pump on my 164 too: it was straightforward on my Amazon so intrigued to hear why yours is such a struggle.
My Essex trip will therefore be somewhere in March I guess: any chance you can supply quicker contact details in case you don't see this very often; my email
paultill@tesco.net for direct contact.
Persevere !
P