I came across this picture recently - presumably others have seen it before?


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The Mathewsons Chummy sold for far more than the estimate. Some of the other estimates were so far out that they might as well have said, "We've no idea."
https://www.mathewsons.co.uk/auction/lot...&pn=10&g=1
https://www.mathewsons.co.uk/auction/det...3&pn=8&g=1

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It is exactly 60 years since our father, Ian, bought his first Austin Seven.

380’000 miles later - we still have the car and it is being enjoyed by the third generation of Dunfords. We are still in touch with Nick Gifford (and his family) who sold BME 180 to Ian in October 1964.

The first photo is Nick with the car around 1964 and the other taken yesterday, with Ian’s youngest grandchildren sat inside.

Our lives would have been very different if Ian had not bought this car.

   

   

I am helping a pal who is restoring an MG M Type Sportsman Coupe. Pretty little thing. This is a fixed head body with a Smoker's Hatch. Trouble is, from what little he has left of the bodywork, a Smoker's Hatch is missing. he asks, very kindly, if his compatriots in the Austin 7 world might be able to help, either with some dimension, photos or, even better, if someone has the remains that they would be willing to sell so he could use it or have it as a pattern to make new.

Can any kind person help?

Edit even before I post to say I have just found a thread on the old forum with some details, but any further offers of help would be welcome...

https://pub25.bravenet.com/forum/static/...1&cmd=show

I recently purchased a Woodford L-021 1300kg trailer and it's excellent in all respects, except for the fact that it won't fit in my workshop... It is 4 inches too wide. Yes, I know, I should have measured etc etc. Don't give me grief, Debs has already done that.

So I shall be moving it on in the near future. By all means let me know if you want one.

What I would like to find to replace it is a mainstream manufacturer's single-axle, braked trailer (e.g. Brian James, Woodford, Lider, Ifor Williams) that is as compact as possible, capable of carrying any kind of Austin Seven.

Dos anyone have recommendations of specific models to consider please?

I've not seen one of these before, I wonder if there are any other survivors? I like the quirkiness of the headlamp stay that moves with the back-plates!

1930 Austin 7 Dark green Manual, 4 speed Right Hand Drive in Doncaster, UK, United Kingdom - For Sale | Car & Classic (carandclassic.com)


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Tamsin, Ashley and their families have just told me the sad news that Dave Tedham passed away a few hours ago.

They would like his friends to know, please do tell those who knew him. I will post details of the funeral when I know.

If you wish to contact Tamsin and Ashley please message me and I will pass on their address to you.

Dave helped me finish my first car, the red Ulster. I plan to take it out this afternoon and remember him in a way he would have enjoyed.

Lots of stories about him and Hilary are filling my head, feel free to share them here and I will ensure his family see them.

Sleep well, Dave!

   

Hi,

I was looking at a girling brake drum in my workshop and wondering what it would take to fit on a standard brake setup. I always thought the issue was it fitting in the wheel but I tried a wheel centre and the only issue I could see was the spokes might foul the fin. It looks like the braking surface would be in the wrong place and a spacer may be required.

Has anyone fitted girling brake drums on a standard setup

Thanks

A good friend got conned today, please spread this far and wide.

   

I know Hub Removal has been on earlier threads but I'm just having a check of understanding as I think I'm using the correct tool and correct procedure.

I'm on the front axle and have removed the outer hub using the extractor.  Once clear, I removed the split pin and nut and the outer bearing and distance piece slid off the shaft.  But this is where I'm now stuck: I've replaced the outer hub and wheel nuts and tried again with the extractor but the inner hub will not shift; the more I tighten the extractor, the more distortion I will create in the hub casting.

So... Do I need to start using a hammer?  If so, where is best to hit?  Or have I missed something?

Grateful for your advice on this please?

Chris