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I have a 2010, 20L zetec covered around 10k miles would I benefit from replacing the fuel filter a metal canister fixed to the rear chassis. I see they have them on the Westfield website but does anyone know If there is one similar ie VW etc many looking the same on eBay or Amazon for around £10. Thanks.

I’ve had this kit for a couple of years but have been a little scared of attempting it, probably in part due to reading the infamous ‘canoe’ tale about what can happen if you get it wrong! Anyhow, having recently done my headrest, I wanted to sort the seat ahead of our Cornwall trip in a few weeks so that I’m a bit more comfortable for longer stretches. I had to complete the task on my own as Mrs Stu is not feeling too good currently, so made plenty of preparations to ensure that if things did go wrong, the car wouldn’t get covered in the stuff. As it turned out, it was all a bit of an anti climax and it went very well. I used a very large, thick plastic bag which was an option with the foam kit. I wanted a bit of padding under my bum, so put some foam on a very thin piece of ply to act as a base, then popped this in the bag. I cut some cardboard to shape and put this down the sides in an attempt to prevent it locking in to place again the chassis rails which as you will see only partially worked. I had a couple of plastic measuring jugs and bought some cheap buckets specially for the job, and mixed up 600ml of each part first off. Once poured in, I sat myself down on the bag and wriggled around until comfortable. It got fairly warm, but nothing too bad, and I was a bit surprised that the first pouring just reached the back of my bum, so more was needed. After about 15 mins it seemed firm enough for me to get out and mix the remainder of the kit and have another go. This time it filled the space behind me ok, and worked its way right up to above shoulder level. Once out, I left it to set whilst having dinner, then set to work trying to get the b****r out! The cardboard had bent outwards allowing the foam to spread into the frame a little so I had to carefully cut the sides off and free the seat. The back section proved a little fragile, so I cut off the top down to a more useable level, having to glue sections back on which had broken away. Then a fair amount of shaping with a knife, and I also cut the hole for the harness to pass through. Finally, I covered it liberally with the tape I bought as part of the kit, and Bob’s your uncle, a foam seat which is actually remarkably comfortable, even if it’s not very beautiful!

I’ll give this one a miss, too, sorry. (Two hours for me if I do the awful dual carriageway route and considerably longer cross country on nice roads). Have a great day!

Good call, was way to cheap 😁

Having owned my Westy for 24 years, it was time to let it go to a new owner, it will be a sad time, but remembering all the good times, and meet ups with the Scottish lads and lasses, and conversations on here, will be timeless. This pic is me delivering it to its new owner in Lancashire. However, its new owner is no stranger to the car, having actually built it back in 1991, and it may yet see a return to its previous life as a hillclimb / sprint car (which is what it was built for). Wishing Ben all the best with 'ANJ'.....

Hi, I purchased an sew starter kit over 20 years ago with a 1.6 ford pinto engine with twin 40's, a type 9 5 speed gearbox and an english live axle. After many excuses it's never been fully built, and now I'm going to give it a good go to get it finished and on the road. I've recently removed the engine and gearbox and plan to go back to the start of the manual and check all work I've done and make sure it matches any changes to the iva. Seeing advice on other posts I'm keen on checking/replacing hoses and pipes in particular. The first problem I've run into when removing the engine is that it looks like there isn't an engine number stamped on the block. I've been thinking of replacing the engine anyway so it's not a massive issue. At the moment I'm working out what to replace it with. A 2.0 pinto might be the easiest option as the engine mounts and exhaust cut outs are already done. I'm sure i'll come across more issues as i start checking it over. Any tips, advice or ideas are welcome and appreciated.

I’ll probably pop over 👍🏻

Yes, that's easy to get to. See you there at 9am 🏎️

I'll be passing through Meriden around 9am. There is the Sports Park car park with an entrance on the island where Fillongley Road and Main road cross. The gates open at 7am, we could meet there?

Hi everyone, Have decided that now is the time to sell. Have owned for two years and it has been a blast. Age, time factor and no inclination now to keep tinkering has made my mind up. Am looking for a quick sale and at a very fair price. MOT due 14th May. The main bolt that screws into the chassis that holds exhaust bracket has recently sheared of off and would need fixing. Ford 1600 CVH engine Twin Webers, these were overhauled last year with a carb refurb kit . Toyo Proxes all good 205/50 ZR15 89W New exhaust last year. New drop links for both sides, one side already fitted Box of spares and lots of paperwork including build info. Drives well as they should. Looking for a very reasonable £5000 which reflects that the MOT due soon. Any questions I will endeavour to answer. Am based in Tunbridge Wells Kent. Thanks for looking.

No more questions, Your Honour.

Event tomorrow if anyone interested. Free to come. Will be busy at spalding. holbeach a17 motel in the field behind it. A few of us will be there. If you need any info please message me.

What time will you be at Meriden and where? I'll be coming from Northampton and join you there 👍

Hi Andrew. Only just see your post. Many apologies. Updated pictures from today at hunstanton

If you've not already seen it, here's my post detailing my second breakage. I've not had any issues with the second bracket, which l feel is down to the extra support added and crucially not overtightening the belt.

So gents its the Kent Meet this Sunday at The Stag, Canterbury Rd, Challock, Ashford TN25 4BB. We normally meet from 0900 onwards till about midday. The forecast is good so it would be nice to see one and all.

Another local car, we were at brands weds, hope to see it out and about, pop along to some of the meets 👍🏼

We are going to this event tomorrow morning at Wythall Transport Museum, Chapel Ln, Wythall, Birmingham B47 6JA. Entry 9am to 11am is free for classic car and driver (Westfields included), and £5 for passenger. Probably need to get in early, so I will be leaving Tamworth around 8.30am for an hours drive via, Fillongley, Meriden, Hampton in Arden, Knowle and Earlswood. Anyone want to join us on the drive or meet us there? Also, we are planning to leave Wythall before midday for a drive to Gilks' Garage Café, Banbury Rd, Kineton, Warwick CV35 0JZ for lunch.

Same thing here, discovered today, think I'll get it welded up, but clearly not really up to the job

I saw the Bomber Command post this morning. Looks fantastic. Personally I will do that as a separate trip. There is a free guided tour that’s well worth doing. The car park is £3 and you register at reception. Hope you enjoy it and look forward to seeing you at the Lincolnshire Road Transport Museum. Please seek us out!!

Think I am going to come down for this, probably going to head to Bomber command after the Museum they have just installed a ceramic poppies for VE day.

Pmd back 👍

A few more attendees that don’t seem to want to post. Ant Gilbert, Phippsy, and Gary Kingsnorth plus Mrs K Hope the weather is as forecast.

Trouble brewing.

Reminds me of a Gary Delaney joke... I went to a positive thinking seminar....... it was sh*t. I knew it would be