Groaner's Corner

[Howard Wright]

Washing up liquid is a good lubricant but contains salt that can help to corrode rims.

Steve

You could also use car shampoo.

Saddle soap works quite well and has the merit of being salt free.

As this is a groaners corner, may I add a small groan? I am new to the forum but can't find a thread to introduce myself. After a gap of some 30 years, I have just bought myself another Austin 7 a 1933 RP saloon. I live in Bala, Gwynedd, which appears to be a bit of a no-man's land when it comes to Austin 7 clubs. The nearest ones are 70 miles away which makes a return trip a long way in a Seven, especially this weather on 'TocH' headlamps.

Welcome David

Wow and I thought I was a long way from the nearest club (40 to Hereford and 50 to South Wales).  I'm editor for the South Wales mag and know that we do have a member or two up in your area and until recently organised a spring run up north.  We also have members in Norfolk, Southampton and even France!  If you join a club you do get the magazine and notification of any runs etc.  Membership is peanuts less than a couple of pints.

Howard