25-11-2020, 12:59 PM
(This post was last modified: 25-11-2020, 12:59 PM by Steve Jones.)
The problem with studding, Chris, is that it repeats the potential problem with the original Austin sump bolts in that oil can find its way down the thread from inside the sump for the holes that aren't blind. The benefit of studs is that they're not fully threaded so once home, a physical 'stop' is in place as an additional barrier to block the oil's track.
As to American stuff, I take your point but in the case of 1/4", I defy any but the most pedantic to tell the difference between BSW and UNC. If it is a major issue, you can help your conscience by using BSW nuts instead of UNC - they fit fine and nobody will ever know
Steve
As to American stuff, I take your point but in the case of 1/4", I defy any but the most pedantic to tell the difference between BSW and UNC. If it is a major issue, you can help your conscience by using BSW nuts instead of UNC - they fit fine and nobody will ever know
Steve