07-07-2019, 11:06 AM
I finally finished re-assembling my spare engine yesterday. I took it to bits in 2010 when the smaller core plug at the back of the block popped out while driving from Cambridge to Kings Lynn.
The original engine then went into the car with a 1-1/8 Phoenix crank and has run reliably ever since.
The spare was built up from a 1934ish 1-5/16 engine on a 1931 crankcase. The later flywheel was modified to lighten it and take the early clutch & bacon slicer starter. It has been lightly modified.
At the time I lived in Cambridge where motorways & dual carriageways are unavoidable. The intention was to be able to keep up with trucks. However here in The Scottish Borders there's no need as the roads are ideal for Sevens.
The original engine then went into the car with a 1-1/8 Phoenix crank and has run reliably ever since.
The spare was built up from a 1934ish 1-5/16 engine on a 1931 crankcase. The later flywheel was modified to lighten it and take the early clutch & bacon slicer starter. It has been lightly modified.
At the time I lived in Cambridge where motorways & dual carriageways are unavoidable. The intention was to be able to keep up with trucks. However here in The Scottish Borders there's no need as the roads are ideal for Sevens.
Jim