Gearbox Seals
I suspect that you may be one of a very small select group who wants one.
Before going any further, I would ask HTL for technical advice about one of their breathers and avoid the hassle of ordering an Amelite one from the US:
http://htluk.co.uk/Products/metal_oil_fill_plug
The KMF vents to atmosphere similar to the Amelite, whereas the KMV has a pre-set valve which is activated at 3.0-3.6 psi.
HTL
Tel: 01584 873012
Before going any further, I would ask HTL for technical advice about one of their breathers and avoid the hassle of ordering an Amelite one from the US:
http://htluk.co.uk/Products/metal_oil_fill_plug
The KMF vents to atmosphere similar to the Amelite, whereas the KMV has a pre-set valve which is activated at 3.0-3.6 psi.
HTL
Tel: 01584 873012
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Plan B is in action thanks to a very generous Tiger friend overseas.
Next question.
In the gearchange linkage, there are 2 large and very thin brass washers.
Does anyone have a diagram that describes where they fit.
On mine they are together directly behind the U shaped bracket behind the spring, if that makes sense.
I just want to make sure I've rebuilt it correctly.
Also, one of them has cracked over the years.
Anyone tried to make one?
I can't see it being difficult but wondered what grade of brass they used.
Ta.
Next question.
In the gearchange linkage, there are 2 large and very thin brass washers.
Does anyone have a diagram that describes where they fit.
On mine they are together directly behind the U shaped bracket behind the spring, if that makes sense.
I just want to make sure I've rebuilt it correctly.
Also, one of them has cracked over the years.
Anyone tried to make one?
I can't see it being difficult but wondered what grade of brass they used.
Ta.
Sounds right to me.On mine they are together directly behind the U shaped bracket behind the spring
You are on your own with making replacements unless somebody has some spares sitting at the back of their garage. Ask your US contact.
NB It is very easy to accidentally knock the shift levers out of position when replacing the engine and gearbox and then later wonder why you cannot get certain gears.
See earlier post on Tech Tips (Improve your Toploaders's gearchange/gearshift-9/02/2012).
Please note that Brian Postle has retired [which is why no answer to your e-mail] Now run by Andy Carter.... sunbeam.spares@yahoo.co.uk
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brian still has that email addy .i wouldnt have thought the new owner would know where my box was repaired at hence saying to contact brianbigbob wrote:Please note that Brian Postle has retired [which is why no answer to your e-mail] Now run by Andy Carter.... sunbeam.spares@yahoo.co.uk
A couple more questions.
Gaskets.
When I shortly come to reassembling the gearbox I was going to fit the gaskets as they are and reassemble to box.
I read somewhere of someone using a gasket sealant. Is this necessary or will the gaskets be fine as they are?
Bolts
When I removed the tail housing, I noted that the bolts and spring washers weren't very tight and had likely loosened on service.
Has anyone else found this and what did you do to prevent a reoccurrence?
I plan on sealing the bolt threads with an RTV sealant as recommended earlier. I wonder if that will suffice?
Opinions please.
Thanks.
Gaskets.
When I shortly come to reassembling the gearbox I was going to fit the gaskets as they are and reassemble to box.
I read somewhere of someone using a gasket sealant. Is this necessary or will the gaskets be fine as they are?
Bolts
When I removed the tail housing, I noted that the bolts and spring washers weren't very tight and had likely loosened on service.
Has anyone else found this and what did you do to prevent a reoccurrence?
I plan on sealing the bolt threads with an RTV sealant as recommended earlier. I wonder if that will suffice?
Opinions please.
Thanks.