Engine Oil
As I had fully rebuilt the engine and cleaned out the sludge trap I decided to use a 20W/50 multigrade 'classic' engine oil. This was an...
Inner tubes and tyre valves
It has been a long time since I updated the blog. I would like to thank all those who have used the comments page to let me know what you...
Setting up the clutch
With the gearbox now properly located and installed I checked the alignment of the crankshaft sprocket with the clutch sprocket (the...
Sorting out the gearbox
With the gearbox mounting bolts loosened off the 'box' could be twisted / rocked forwards and backwards on the bottom pivot and also up...
Capable of 100mph...maybe
In the interests of stopping debris entering the carb intake I had fitted a belmouth with a fine metal gauze screen. This is needed as...
Crankshaft/main bearings
Marcelo from Brazil contacted me regarding main bearings and crankshaft end float. There were a number of variations used by Triumph,...