Originally Posted by Deejay
Originally Posted by GrumpyPa
Thanks Arwyn,
Thought it probably was but didn't want to get a die until I was sure.
Unfortunately I don't have the facility to drill/tap the thimble. I'll find another way to secure it.

A smear of threadlock on the thimble threads, and just remember to occasionally check for tightness.

Yes, I was thinking on those lines.
Received the new ratchet and pawl yesterday. Pleased I decided to renew them as the old ratchet does look worn.
The only problem I had was that the pawl was a tight fit so I had to lap it using fine valve grinding compound. Most of it was probably old dried and hardened grease but still took a while.
See comparison here
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Last edited by GrumpyPa; 28/01/23 04:44 PM.
1956 Plus 4 4 seater