Series MM 1949 Model

[Padiddley]

This model has a side valve engine fitted with no water pump, and relies on a thermosyphon system to circulate the water.The model I am looking at has no heater. Is there any way a heater can be fitted

Thanks for the info. Looks as if I'll have to travel with a "Hottie" in the winter if I buy it, as the engine number is 18958.

[TeHoro]

According to the Original Morris Minor book, from engine number 77001 it is possible to fit a water pump, and so a heater. If yours is earlier than this then I think you are out of luck - dress up warm!

[joanie]

early models didnt have prevision for pump and later did. Have seen a remote pump, mounted above the generator fitted before.

[TeHoro]

Something like this...

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Vintage-Ford-Pop-Morris-8-Water-Pump-Smiths-Heater-/120729529379

Good luck finding one though. If you are really keen you could probably make something similar by creating a back housing for more modern pump.

[morrx]

G'day

I fitted an electric water pump to MORRX which has done the job so far, it has an adjustable temp control.
I do not know anything about side valve engines but I would think it would be easy to fit as it grafts into the radiator hose.

Cheers
Graham
 

[TeHoro]

You are right - a modern electric aftermarket pump would do the job. You might need to add an alternator to keep the battery charged though.

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