Re: John's 1935 1201 Coupe for Two or Four Passengers, RHD in Tasmania

Posted by JMc On 2016/5/26 7:28:28

While the fuel filter is jet-setting half way around the planet; I'm still working on cleaning up the left side of the engine.

1 I've figured out that the casting in the water line is an oil temperature regulator that has been bypassed and gutted many decades ago. Should I plan to reconfigure it or leave it bypassed? Opinions welcome.

2 I need to replace the bypassed oil temp. reg. cover plate gasket and other gaskets, and I'm considering cutting my own; hoping to source material from a locally available industrial supplies company. Any words of caution? Or key words on material choice and thickness?

3 I've taken the oil filter out to facilitate cleaning. Should I back flush it with a solvent? Advice appreciated.

4 I finally managed to remove the old broken petcock from the base of the radiator. I used a Loctite product; Freeze and release. Worked effectively! So I can now flush the radiator and water jacket thoroughly. :)

Thanks everyone.
John