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by mfairbairn
Sun Dec 08, 2019 3:23 pm
Forum: Pre-War
Topic: Singer 9 hood rivets / spindles
Replies: 1
Views: 2524

Singer 9 hood rivets / spindles

One of the hinge-things on my Singer 9 hood has snapped (see the attached photos). I've tried a Google search, but I can't see anything about hood frame spares. But there must be something out there - I suspect I'm just not using the correct search terms. So, hoping someone can point me in the right...
by mfairbairn
Wed May 29, 2019 4:31 pm
Forum: Pre-War
Topic: Rocker cover torque
Replies: 7
Views: 1420

Re: Rocker cover torque

Yes, spot on. Alex (or Sandy). Unfortunately, I took nothing to do with the car (or cars in general) when he was alive, so now having to learn from scratch.
by mfairbairn
Mon May 27, 2019 2:20 pm
Forum: Pre-War
Topic: Rocker cover torque
Replies: 7
Views: 1420

Re: Rocker cover torque

Blimey, Philip, that's a very comprehensive reply! Many thanks indeed. I'll give that a go at the weekend and let you know how I get on.
by mfairbairn
Sun May 26, 2019 6:43 am
Forum: Pre-War
Topic: Rocker cover torque
Replies: 7
Views: 1420

Re: Rocker cover torque

To be honest, I'm not sure. If it helps, though, I'm pretty sure it's original. I've also attached some photographs.
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by mfairbairn
Sat May 25, 2019 9:28 pm
Forum: Pre-War
Topic: Rocker cover torque
Replies: 7
Views: 1420

Rocker cover torque

Basic question. How tight should I tighten the rocker cover with a new cork gasket? I fitted a new one a couple of years ago, but I think I probably overtightened it, because I now get a dribble of oil leaking all the way round. Also, would there be any harm in using a silicone sealant as well (such...
by mfairbairn
Tue Jan 22, 2019 11:02 pm
Forum: Pre-War
Topic: Wire Wheel Refurbishment
Replies: 6
Views: 1615

Re: Wire Wheel Refurbishment

I had mine done at Rugby Classic Motor Garage a couple of years ago. They made a good job of it and I think they were quite a bit cheaper than MWS.
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The website is http://www.rugbyclassics.com/

The hubs were chromed by someone else, though.
by mfairbairn
Sun Oct 09, 2016 5:13 pm
Forum: Pre-War
Topic: Flywheel and timing marks
Replies: 7
Views: 1686

Re: Flywheel and timing marks

Dear Philip, Once again - many thanks. We think we've got it now. Either side of a scribe on the flywheel there are marks that look like the following: 1 2 8 4 I 4 8 1 2 We're pretty sure the middle one is top dead centre. However, we're less sure about the other marks. I suspect my father added the...
by mfairbairn
Sun Oct 09, 2016 7:58 am
Forum: Pre-War
Topic: Flywheel and timing marks
Replies: 7
Views: 1686

Re: Flywheel and timing marks

Dear Philip, That is really helpful, thank you! This is a picture looking down towards what I thought was the flywheel inspection hole, which you're picture has confirmed as correct: http://www.fairbairn.scot/singer9/Singer_9_Flywheel_for_Singer_Forum_BB_post.jpg However, I'm still stuck as to what ...
by mfairbairn
Sat Oct 08, 2016 4:31 pm
Forum: Pre-War
Topic: Flywheel and timing marks
Replies: 7
Views: 1686

Flywheel and timing marks

I fear this is going to be a really stupid question, but I'm new to classic cars (in fact, new to any form of car engineering) and I'm stuck. I have a 1935 Singer 9 4-Seater Sports. After having had some wwork performed on the cylinder head, I think the timing might need adjusted, and I would at lea...
by mfairbairn
Sun Mar 22, 2015 9:22 pm
Forum: Pre-War
Topic: Drawing for longtail panels with louvres
Replies: 0
Views: 4837

Drawing for longtail panels with louvres

BSG8_1347_small.jpg Hello Everyone, I'm now looking after my late father's Singer 9 Le Mans and am having to learn fast, not having the benefit of my Dad's extensive engineering knowledge. My Dad's Singer 9 Le Mans is a bit of a mongrel. One thing he never got around to (for over 25 years!) was get...