17-01-2019, 06:47 PM
(17-01-2019, 06:36 PM)Dennis Nicholas Wrote: Peter
google "a7ca archive" and you can look in the archive and print out the spares list (888 or 888A depending on chassis number) (a7ca = Austin7ClubsAssociation.)
That was a change year so not sure whether you have the 3 piece (banjo) axle case or the 2 piece (D type). Hope it is the 2 piece as easier to set diff carrier end float using the built in threaded serrated adjusters and no requirement for shims. All parts of the car have their part numbers stamped on or cast on in raised letters/numerals so you should find on the back axle the date, ratio and part number (part number on each part of the 2 piece axle case) It is on the housing that the diff sits in and may need a bit of paint removal if previously thickly painted over. The pinion toothed end has numbers on it...ratio and a number related to the meshing and thus shims between torque tube and casing. The crown wheel will have matching/related numbers.....something to read about.
Good websites are Cornwall A7 club; Bristol; Southampton; Dorset; London....+ others. Cornwall club has the info on setting up axle if I remember.
Don't be afraid to ask...we all had to start somewhere.....and I am still learning at 74.
Dennis
Thanks Dennis, Pic of diff here. I'm 71 and just getting started!!!!!