This plate is undoubtedly original to the bike and would probably have been anodised. On other GFs these plates were usually left polished. I thought I’d take the opportunity to “show a bit o’ leg” here. Finishing off is underway and Bert is busy snagging.
The timing cover was carefully inspected and cleaned before mating up to the crank cases. The rare works racing tachometer drive and an NOS gearbox were installed. The drilled and dull chromium plated FT3/2 is now in place and looking superb: The keener amongst you will have observed the plethora of original fasteners employed. Herewith …
The T32AS stop valve is a device fitted between the UFM and the oil feed pipe to the engine. When the union on the valve is disconnected and withdrawn, a valve – akin to a plunger – is forced against a seat, sealing the union and preventing oil from leaking out. This means the UFM …
The following jobs have been undertaken on the UFM: The fuel tank mounting bolt holes had been drilled out and helicoiled for more substantial bolts. Bert machined up two plugs, threaded them and Loctited™ them into place. These will enable us to use the standard 5/16″ BSF tank bolts again. Remote Float Bracket Removal This …
The Grey Flash features an extensively drilled and lightened headstock casting. The Works must have deemed this appearance a little unsightly so an alloy cover plate was devised to cover up the holes and provide a place for the mercury crest transfer. I’m convinced this is original to the bike; accurately constructing a similar part …
Last night Bert sent through some images that I’ve been eagerly awaiting… We know that 2751 left The Works with special finishes because the Record Card states: “Girdraulic anodized” and “dull chrome” as the finish for the petrol tank. However, we were not sure which other parts would have been finished thus and it was …
The UFM The Vincent Upper Frame Member (UFM) utilises the engine as a stressed member and also acts as the oil tank. It is attached securely to the cylinder head by a bracket (1). The rear of the UFM is attached similarly to the rear cylinder head on 1,000cc vee-twin models. The single cylinder Comet, …
Grey Flash 2751 