{"id":2220,"date":"2022-02-23T15:52:23","date_gmt":"2022-02-23T15:52:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/?page_id=2220"},"modified":"2026-05-07T09:46:39","modified_gmt":"2026-05-07T09:46:39","slug":"special","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/special\/","title":{"rendered":"Special Items"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>INTERIOR LIGHT FITTING<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/IMG_5534.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/IMG_5534-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2847\" style=\"width:291px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/IMG_5534-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/IMG_5534-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/IMG_5534-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/IMG_5534.jpeg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a 3D printed replacement interior light fitting for the Morris Minor &#8211; all models from 1963. It is a close match to the originally fitted unit and incorporates a two position slider switch to activate the light permanently or for it to operate via the courtesy light switch. It has a bright LED type lamp and is supplied with fixing screws to fit to the existing position on the headlining\/interior roof. These are now available to order from the Branch <strong>\u00a327.78<\/strong> collected or posted plus post cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>REVERSE SWITCH KIT<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_6845-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2942 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_6845-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_6845-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_6845-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/IMG_6845.jpeg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The standard 948 and 1098cc gearbox has no facility for an automatic reversing light (or camera) switch. This item replaces the reverse gear detent plug in the remote housing and gives a single &#8216;earth&#8217; contact for activation of a relay to control the light and\/or camera. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/tech_articles\/revswitchinstructions.pdf\">Switch only instructions<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/tech_articles\/revswitchkitinstructions.pdf\">Switch kit instructions<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Latest news: THESE ARE NOW AVAILABLE:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Reversing Light switch with fitting kit \u00a349.00<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Reversing Light Switch only \u00a329.50<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>INDICATOR SWITCH REPAIR KIT.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_2819.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"2783\" src=\"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_2819-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2783\" style=\"width:292px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_2819-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_2819-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_2819-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_2819-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_2819-400x300.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_2819.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_2804.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"2782\" src=\"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_2804-768x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2782\" style=\"width:266px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_2804-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_2804-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_2804-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/IMG_2804.jpeg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Morris Minor indicator stalk ends get discoloured and weakened over time and replacement of the whole switch used to be the only remedy. This listing is for a single bulb holder casing which fits on the end of the Lucas type indicator stalk used on the Morris Minor and other contemporary vehicles and can be used to refurbish an otherwise serviceable indicator switch. The switch assembly needs to be removed from the vehicle and the connecting wire from the repeater bulb de-soldered and re-soldered again, after the new end has been fitted. The indicator switch and green lens are NOT included. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/tech_articles\/stalkrepair.pdf\">More details and instructions for fitting are HERE.<\/a>  <strong>\u00a312.00 Including UK post<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>AUXILARY BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH KIT<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is an auxiliary brake light switch which fits unobtrusively into the floor of post 1956 Minors (RHD) and gives a reliable indication of braking through the original brake light circuit. The original setup can be retained as a back up if required. The gearbox floor cover requires removal in order to fit the unit and the kit is supplied with all the parts necessary including written instructions.  <strong>\u00a328.75 (collected)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fitting instructions available <a href=\"http:\/\/www.dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/tech_articles\/brakeswitchinstructions.pdf\">here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-768x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2742\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-768x1024.png 768w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-225x300.png 225w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-1152x1536.png 1152w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">LATE TYPE INTERIOR MIRROR HEADS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"http:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/unnamed.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"654\" src=\"http:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/unnamed-1024x654.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/unnamed-1024x654.png 1024w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/unnamed-300x192.png 300w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/unnamed-768x490.png 768w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/unnamed-1536x981.png 1536w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/unnamed-2048x1307.png 2048w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/unnamed-470x300.png 470w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The later type of interior mirror for the Minor tends to suffer from UV degradation over theyears and becomes dusty and discoloured. We have produced a replica type mirror 7&#8243; wide as a replacement for the original . It comes with the socket to fit the ball joint on the <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-rounded\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_2599.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_2599-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2461\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_2599-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_2599-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_2599-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_2599-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_2599-400x300.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/IMG_2599.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rear view (showing socket fixing)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">original metal stem (not included) and the mirror itself is acrylic, not glass. It is a straight replacement and has a threaded ferrule to help secure it to the stem and to adjust the friction to prevent it swivelling by itself. (A 6\u201d wide version is also available for other applications). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>WARNING<\/strong>: THE MIRROR ITSELF IS ACRYLIC AND THEREFORE THE REAR VISION MAY BE SLIGHTLY MORE DISTORTED THAN WITH THE ORIGINAL SILVERED GLASS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The interor mirror heads are now available from Dorset MMOC for \u00a328.00 each including post and packing. Contact: brian.wood@dorsetmmoc.co.uk or call 07411 116336 to place an order or for queries.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/IMG_1157-1.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/IMG_1157-1-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2226\" style=\"width:293px;height:223px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/IMG_1157-1-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/IMG_1157-1-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/IMG_1157-1-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/IMG_1157-1-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/IMG_1157-1-400x300.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/IMG_1157-1.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>MORRIS MINOR INDICATOR COVER KIT<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We have developed an indicator cover kit which facilitates the fitting of an later type indicator switch unit as fitted to later BMC\/BL vehicles.&nbsp;<strong>PLEASE NOTE INDICATOR SWITCH IS NOT INCLUDED IN THIS KIT<\/strong>. (<em>It is available separately from ESM under part number SWT101A<\/em>) This unit incorporates the horn, the dipswitch and headlight flash in addition to the normal turn indicator. It makes a sensible upgrade for the Minor owner who wishes to sacrifice a little originality for an improvement in usability.&nbsp;&nbsp;This cover is designed to fit a standard 1098 Morris Minor steering column to replace the original turn indicator unit cover and has a black, satin finish. It is supplied complete with metal support ring, indicator repeater lamp and all fixings together with full instructions for fitting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is suitable for replacing the cover on Minors between 1962 and 1971 which have the original type of indicator switch with a green light on the end of the stalk. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/IMG_1158.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/IMG_1158-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2222\" style=\"width:424px;height:320px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/IMG_1158-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/IMG_1158-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/IMG_1158-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/IMG_1158-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/IMG_1158-400x300.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/IMG_1158.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This the standard kit  to match two spoke steering wheel (please note there is no green repeater light fitted &#8211; awaiting new photo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Indicator Switch Covers are now available from Dorset MMOC spares at <strong>\u00a358.50<\/strong> each (including post and packing) (Click <a href=\"http:\/\/www.dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/tech_articles\/coverinstructionsab.pdf\">here<\/a> for the instruction sheet pdf)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Contact: brian.wood@dorsetmmoc.co.uk or call 07411 116336 to place an order or for queries.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>INTERIOR LIGHT FITTING This is a 3D printed replacement interior light fitting for the Morris Minor &#8211; all models from 1963. It is a close match to the originally fitted unit and incorporates a two position slider switch to activate &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/special\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"meta-nav\">&rarr;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-2220","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2220","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2220"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2220\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3036,"href":"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2220\/revisions\/3036"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dorsetmmoc.co.uk\/wordpress\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2220"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}