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Even the Velocette is not foolproof though. The check valve in the pressure pump feed line takes the form of a ball on an inverted seat requiring a spring to hold it closed. Pump suction once the engine is running defeats the spring and allows flow from tank. The suction will only be adequate to achieve this when the oil lines are full however so always a little worry after an oil change, although generally only a concern after a rebuild when line must be primed.
Richard
2018 Roadster 3.7
1966 Land Rover S2a 88
2024 Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450
1945 Guzzi Airone
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Phil, I have a similar problem but no visible leaks. The car has been standing for some four months due to lockdown / shielding and being some 4 miles away. I did sneak there the other day and the car would'nt start, the starter just clicking as if the battery was flat. I fitted the charger and it showed 14.7 volts.
Checking the oil it was way under minimum so I presume wet sumping. I shall try a battery pack in the next few days and see if a boost helps, otherwise drain the oil and refill the tank.
1969 4/4
1995 plus 8
1996 Plus 4 4seater
2002 Aero S1
2013 M3W
2014 Plus 8
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Last edited by Bitsobrits; 01/07/20 02:06 AM.
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That Dudley idea sounds good.
2019 M3W Sold and is now in Las Vegas enjoying the showgirls :-)
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The magneto guys get my vote and when they have some in stock I think I will get two - one for the Morgan and one for the Velocette. Thanks Bitsobrits.
2013 M3W 1960 Velocette Venom and the Landrovardo!
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So: does anyone undo the breather from the air inlet and redirect to a bottle if wet sumped and starting the M3W?
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