21-05-2018, 10:47 AM
(21-05-2018, 08:28 AM)Colin Wilks Wrote:(21-05-2018, 07:57 AM)lolforre43 Wrote: I've just acquired a 1936 Ulster having no experience of pre-war cars and I have number of queries for which any advice would be welcome.Hi Lawrence,
1. the car jumps out of first gear, which I was told is normal. Is this actually the case and if not does it indicate significant wear in the gearbox ? 2. the car judders violently in reverse; clutch problems or engine mountings ? 3. what are the correct tyre pressures ? 4. does anyone produce copies of the original owners manual or something similar ?
I think that's enough for now, though I'm sure there'll be more. All help gratefully received.
Lawrence Forrester
1. Seems an unlikely design feature.
2. Use the clutch as an on/off device. Don't try to slip it as you do in a modern car.
3. Original recommendation is 22 psi. I've just replaced my tyres (3.50-19) at Longstone, who recommend 30 psi and this seems OK to me.
4. See http://archive.a7ca.org/collections/hand...rts-lists/
5. Join the Pre War A7 Club! I'm new to Sevens and have had loads of help and advice from other owners. https://www.pwa7c.co.uk/join.php
Good luck,
Colin