good to see the Tart out and about and getting around a far bit now  

well done to you to looking after it so well and a mot pass here to many years of happiness in your 2    

Before I bought the mr2 February several yrs ago the air con system had been filled. When I needed it it was not working. I see a garage report from the previous owner identifies leaking seals in the pump.
Anyone replaced these?

I almost certainly agree with the above, however in the interests of testing, I'd still like someone to try it out to absolutely confirm.

Also, the 9K RPM tach is just sitting in my garage doing nothing, so I'd like someone to make use of it at least.

Screwfix also sell stainless hose clips in many sizes & they tend to have popular sizes in store for same day pickup.

Quote from: Hawko on July  5, 2026, 20:47https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/193194180084?var=494024180320

Pack of 10

After moving the existing clips out of the way I cut them off with a die grinder to stop them rattling around

Just to double check, the clip range is 32-45mm?

I've had to replace a few clips on more than 1 car, - the hoses have been ok afterwards.

Quote from: jvanzyl on June 23, 2026, 23:28The positives. I'm alive and the brake lines exploded at the MOT test station rather than whilst trying to pull up to a junction.

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That's right, the Tart is finally out of the garage (here taking a boost pack and a battery charger to a flat Celica at my in-laws)!

After nearly 2 years hibernation I bought a new battery, cleared the cobwebs out of the inside, cleaned a few bulb-holders and chucked it down for an MOT which it passed with only an advisory for a slight exhaust leak (the tailpipe I've been meaning to fix for ages). Still drives perfectly!

Both Mrs. Arch Bishop and myself had forgotten just how much fun they are, so we've had a fun weekend blatting around in it.

There's quite a few plans for trips in the next few months. I'll be going to Goodwood FOS this Friday, a trip to Beaulieu in August and then a weekend away to Rustival in September where the Tart will be in the exhibitors area (come and say Hi if you're there)!

The OE hoses on my 2 were still on there last September after 23 years.
I did change some hose clips.
So Silicone at the price level they are at may be too costly.
The OE clips are designed for ease of assembly during manufacture. A worm drive hose clip is superior imo.

Quote from: Hawko on July  5, 2026, 20:47https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/193194180084?var=494024180320

Pack of 10

After moving the existing clips out of the way I cut them off with a die grinder to stop them rattling around

thank you, I will order it tonight.

What are the thoughts on silicone hoses? You can get the full set for a couple of hundred, dear but future prove I guess?