Has anyone heard of a low compression head being 'filled' to raise the compression ratio?  I have been asked if it could be done with a Mo**is head and thought that A7s would probably have already explored this option in the past.  It is a Sidevalve head, similar to the A7.

I can TIG weld but it is an expensive job to play with if it doesn't work.

Thanks.

Rob

For those of you looking to travel on the continent there are a couple of changes in French Traffic Regulation worth noting.

The first relates to a reduction in the speed limit on all rural two-way roads without central reservation, which were nominally restricted to 90kph. With effect from 1st July this year (2018) the limit will be reduced nationally to 80kph, unless there is already a lower limit already in force. Whilst it may not be too relevant to those of you touring in your Austin, it will be relevant if you're using your modern. The "end of village" sign, with a red diagonal normally indicates the change from 50kph to the national speed limit:



It is customary to have advance warning of fixed roadside cameras, with a reminder of the speed limit in force:



However, I have noticed that there are more and more traffic light cameras being introduced, without advance warning, and "average speed" camera systems are becoming more prevalent.

In addition, currently the penalty for using a hand held mobile phone , headphones, or ear buds or other devices is 135€ plus three penalty points. With effect from 1st January 2019 this will change to a larger fine and IMMEDIATE DISQUALIFICATION.

How the Forces of Order intend to police this is anyone's guess because police road checks are as rare as rocking horse poo at the best of times. You have to try particularly hard to attract their attention. However, if you are successful it's almost guaranteed that they will make the experience a memorable one...

Bear in mind that roadside cameras in France are set very close to the posted limit, so more than a couple of kph above the limit will involve activation.

Be careful!

I'm looking for a SM5 switchboard for my 1932 Swallow Saloon.

        It is exactly 60 years since owned a 1929 Chummy UD 3722, that we called Amelia.

I bought it for £30 and sold it for £35!

For many years I have been trying to find out about the present owner, and to have a ride for old times sake. 

https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topi...3&t=460970 

The car appears to be not registered with any motor clubs, and DVLA have been unhelpful.

Does anyone know the car, or can suggest  where I can seek?

Oliver

Does anyone know where I can obtain a Battery Box for a 1932 Austin 7 RP Box.
I have emailed Oxfordshire Sevens twice but can get no response. 
Thanks.

The recent LAT photos of both GE Cups and Stadium models,
posted on the Forum contain some interesting details, Ivenot
noticed before.

On the Cup photo taken in snow at the Palce of Industry,
this car has an unusual wiper motor, which at first glance looks like 
the semi circular vacuum driven Trico.

However I recently bought a P&H electric wiper motor
On E-b.. whose shape matches that on the Cup photo.

I know P&H made lots of carbide lamps and some electrical
Lamps( but not for long?) but hadnot realisethey made other electrical accessories

Will post a photo once I’ve cleaned it up.

Anyone else with a P&H wiper motor out there?

Regards

Bill G

Can anyone help with information about the fuel tank on AVK (Mk2 Ruby) vans?

We've built several sets of woodwork for these, but the only one that we've actually had on the premises didn't, as far as we can remember, have the petrol tank fitted.

We're now working on an AVK project that requires some radical reconstruction and are scratching our heads.  With the spare wheel fitted below the rear floor, there doesn't appear to be anywhere for the tank to go, unless it was exceptionally shallow.

The poor quality photo - not the vehicle we're working on - shows what goes on below floor level.

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For those who like to collect model Austin Sevens, Oxford Diecasts produce an interesting range including van and Ruby versions. However, for half the price of an Oxford, I have just purchased via eBay three of these RKs:


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They are pretty basic, with no glazing, but for the price I think they are rather good. Here's a link to one of several Chinese sellers; don't be afraid to make an offer, I got mine for significantly less than the advertised price:

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1-43-Scale-Ox...1438.l2649

I wonder if any Jarvis Austin Sevens still exist?  I am considering creating a LWB special, based on the picture in Rinsey Mills' Original Austin Seven book, as this is the only reference to Jarvis' car. Does anybody know of an original car or have knowledge of body construction, pictures or dimensions....?   T'would be a very interesting project  don't ya think !
Mike Smith

Am I right in recalling that the first Phoenix cranks had some teething troubles? If so can anyone recall what was the issue, or how to identify an affected part? Or is it just my foggy memory? Thanks.