I went to remove the crankcase drain bolt on the Right side but ran into a snag.
it seems a socket will not fit due to the tight clearance between nut & frame. The slot has been increased over the years.
Other than using a punch to try and loosen it has someone found a better way to remove it ?
I will try again on Thursday.
My 1938 ES2 had a screwdri…
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I think originally a box s…
I think originally a box spanner would have been used, which would have a smaller outside diameter. It may be worth getting hold of a spare socket and grinding the outside diameter down.
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It did get the drain bolt…
It did get the drain bolt out,cleaned up the slot for the screw driver.there was no gasket which explains the small drips .
I know I don't have a bix spanner but I think turning down a socket is the way to go.
I must say I do like Colin's bolt.
Thanks Guys
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My 1938 ES2 had a screwdriver slot in the drain plug. Still not totally successful so I machined up a new plug with a flange to accept the washer but with a reduced head. I can get a socket on now. Not original I know but hardly noticeable and much more functional.
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