Thread: JB's 1963 2A Build

So a bit of an update, not a lot of progress on the car since i got her back, as i am current undertaking another project building decking and putting in an underground spa, so the car has to be movable for access reasons.

Next step will be to put her back in her rightful position in the garage, and drop out the diffs and suspension for overhaul.

Have managed to strip all the body panels ready for initial stages of bodywork, which will be stripping back all non visible areas for painting, leaving exterior panels 'Patina' where engine bay, cabin, wheels arches etc will be all sprayed.

Unfortunately on stripping the tub she's not in the condition the rest of the car is and had a tough time with splitting, separation and rust, so just working through options on this, as I feel whilst wanting to retain originality, cost wise it maybe just too much.

Going to continue to work on bits and pieces in the background as time permits. Steering wheel nearly finished and ready for paint, as well as steering box cleaned up, checked re greased and painted. Pics will follow!

Cheers

Steering arm and box, cleaned, greased and painted. Bearings looked ok, doesn't seem to be much play in it, there is a slight knocking feel when rotating the spindle from end to end, however i think that's because i have not put any lubricant in the box yet, cars only done 35,000miles.

I have not filled the box with anything yet, I have read some people saying a specific oil needs to go in it, others saying it should be filled with grease? any help appreciated as there was nothing in side the box when i stripped it down.......

Should have 90 gear oil in it. Not sure of the amount.

Cheers Rod

Sent from my GT-I9507 using AULRO mobile app

EP-90 oil, fill to the level plug when installed. There is an end play adjustment on the pitman shaft, but at that mileage (if it hasn't gone round a couple of times) it should not need adjustment.

John

80w -90 be ok? cannot seem to find anyone who sells EP 90 gear oil...

cheers

Yep, 80W 90 is fine. . That should make it run smooth one more.

Originally Posted by JayBee75

80w -90 be ok? cannot seem to find anyone who sells EP 90 gear oil...

cheers

Hi JB,
You may try these guys https://www.whitworths.com.au/main_i...AbsolutePage=3
Nav

The oil is not critical - it is slow moving, and just about anything that is oily and stays in and keeps water out is satisfactory. Too thin will leak, and too thick will not only possibly stiffen the steering, but more likely not flow back in among the recirculating balls and other contact surfaces, resulting in wear and potentially corrosion. EP-90 is the original specification, but 80W-90 is just as good (but no better in this application).

John