20-02-2025, 11:27 AM
Having bought an PD to occupy myself during the winter months,I am coming to the point of having to put it all back together.( well most of it as I am sure I will have a box of can't remember where those came from bits left over). I digress. Two current questions I would appreciate opinions on. The engine has a beautiful new Phoenix crank and gorgeous remetalled big ends with the bolts secured by nyloc nuts. And no washers. I cant seem to find a definitive answer to with or without and am hesitant to replace the bolts and nuts without washers and whilst I have confidence in the crank and rods themselves, I have my doubts over whoever put it together. There is adequate room to accommodate a suitable flat washer. Was it a mistake not to use washers or an example of engineering in this particular application I am unfamiliar with.
My chassis and body when assembled had a covering of carpet between them where they touched. I am unaware of whether it was Wilton, Axminster or some cheap nylon variety and would like to know the current suggestions for a suitable material to use instead.
Lastly,I am considering starting a petition for the abolition of Hermatite on Austin 7 components. As I examine various parts of the mechanicals I seem to find it lurking insidiously waiting to escape and wreak havoc at some point in the future. Any support?
Filte
My chassis and body when assembled had a covering of carpet between them where they touched. I am unaware of whether it was Wilton, Axminster or some cheap nylon variety and would like to know the current suggestions for a suitable material to use instead.
Lastly,I am considering starting a petition for the abolition of Hermatite on Austin 7 components. As I examine various parts of the mechanicals I seem to find it lurking insidiously waiting to escape and wreak havoc at some point in the future. Any support?
Filte