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I recall there was a discussion recently about a bar that fits across the back of the radiator and strengthens the cowl. A search doesn't seem to turn up what I recall. I'll note that Chris Gould's Ulster book says that the clearance between the radiator and fan should be 1/8th inch which doesn't seem to allow enough room.
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The bar is arched to clear the fan, I don't have a picture to hand but can take one
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Thank you, Ian. I would like to see it, along with rough dimensions.
Best,
Erich
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The brace depicted in Ruairidh's picture is made from 1 5/8" x 1/8" mild steel flat bar, and the bow is 2'' high, easy enough to make.
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....and if you can't, Rod Yates has them ready to bend to suit your aperture...
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Location: The Scottish Border
Just wondering if Gordon England cars with
headlamps bolted directly to the cowl
Used a strengthening bar?
My car has CAV lamps( NOS!) but I still
Have to fit them.
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Bill G
Aka AllAlloyCup
Based near the Scottish Border,
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Thank you all.
Best,
Erich