Reply To: B2 info

Tony,

Back in the 90’s, when I rebuilt the front axle of the Yellow Peril, I was unable to source new kingpins.  However, a quick scrape of the old one with a lathe tool immediately confirmed the originals were relatively soft steel and they were not hardened.

Using the originals as patterns, I had a new set of pins turned from some tool steel plus new brass bushes to suit.  So far, these have stood the test of time.

There were certainly marks on the timing gears of the 5HP to enable correct engagement.  I shall see if I can find any suitable pictures in my archive.

I think the marking on the clutch housing is probably “All” (for allumage) plus a straight line or a dot which should align with some sort of mark on the flywheel at the point of ignition – just before TDC – on cylinders 1 and 4.  The flywheel marking is very clear on my car but I think Ian struggled to find his so that may be a problem.  If you can’t find the flywheel mark, simply set the ignition at TDC to start with then ” tweak” it by ear once it is running.

B………