Winter Projects - Page 95

delta · 22 Nov 2018, 07:05 (Ref:3864917)

Bother . I forgot the photo . Stand by .

MGDavid · 22 Nov 2018, 10:05 (Ref:3864945)

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Originally Posted by delta

Bother . I forgot the photo . Stand by .

still standing (idly) by...

delta · 22 Nov 2018, 10:23 (Ref:3864952)

here you go.

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Name: Delta fuel filler pipe..JPG
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ID: 52230

VIVA GT · 22 Nov 2018, 10:37 (Ref:3864963)

Not a Moggy 1000 one, they had a three pronged internal bayonet type clasp, this one is external. (I do appear to be displaying a lot of BMC related trivial knowledge today!)
From my time 'working on the pumps' back in the day, I'm struggling to think of tank caps that were external types, or were some of the Ford ones? Someone like Gordon or Zeff will probably put me right.

zefarelly · 22 Nov 2018, 11:38 (Ref:3864973)

mk1 cortina and Anglia are internal ones . . . that doesn't look familiar to me

In other news . . . I'm close to being on wheels in Tornado world . . . still waiting on diff assembly . . . need shims!

grantp · 22 Nov 2018, 11:53 (Ref:3864976)

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Originally Posted by VIVA GT

Not a Moggy 1000 one, they had a three pronged internal bayonet type clasp, this one is external. (I do appear to be displaying a lot of BMC related trivial knowledge today!)
From my time 'working on the pumps' back in the day, I'm struggling to think of tank caps that were external types, or were some of the Ford ones? Someone like Gordon or Zeff will probably put me right.

Are you sure Viva?

The 2 slots and outside clamping look familiar to me although for which vehicle I cannot recall.

But it's something like this.

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/132573548361

Sort of 3 prongs inside but seemingly just to retain the sealing ring.

My memory, such as it is, hints at Minivan or Riley Elf. for vehicles I have owned that might have had that sort of cap. Could be totally wrong though.

ETA: Another with the pertinent sort of fitting concept but dubious application and cosmetics!

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/202507829796

delta · 22 Nov 2018, 13:42 (Ref:3865001)

Many thanks for the effort guys. I have bought one of the Minnor caps GP. Its just to small.

VIVA GT · 22 Nov 2018, 14:00 (Ref:3865005)

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Originally Posted by grantp

Are you sure Viva?

The 2 slots and outside clamping look familiar to me although for which vehicle I cannot recall.

But it's something like this.

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/132573548361

Sort of 3 prongs inside but seemingly just to retain the sealing ring.

My memory, such as it is, hints at Minivan or Riley Elf. for vehicles I have owned that might have had that sort of cap. Could be totally wrong though.

ETA: Another with the pertinent sort of fitting concept but dubious application and cosmetics!

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/202507829796

Oh dear! Thanks grant, it looks like my wife is telling the truth, I'm obviously not always (if ever) right!

Mike Harte · 22 Nov 2018, 14:30 (Ref:3865014)

My guess is that it comes from a van or truck. Afraid haven't a clue what make, though.

grantp · 22 Nov 2018, 15:26 (Ref:3865024)

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Originally Posted by delta

Many thanks for the effort guys. I have bought one of the Minnor caps GP. Its just to small.

Hmm.

Maybe the sizes changed at various points but the basic concept was retained? Is the long neck part of the whole fitting or might it have been a lash up at some point? I'd be tempted to look at a van/truck in the BMC/BL range to see if they offer different sizes. (If one can find anything.)

Alternatively just cover the hole with cling film - should be fine .....

grantp · 22 Nov 2018, 15:33 (Ref:3865028)

This link is interesting.

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NOS-BMC-A....c100010.m2109

Seems to suggest some greater degree of commonality between manufacturers - perhaps in the 50s?

That said it could just be that seller is fishing for buyers and not wanting to rule anyone out.

Does give sizes though.

MGDavid · 22 Nov 2018, 16:10 (Ref:3865034)

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Originally Posted by delta

here you go.Attachment 52230

have you got any dims, ID / OD?

Mike Bell · 22 Nov 2018, 16:12 (Ref:3865035)

Here’s the cap off my Delta for comparison. No idea if the supply neck is the same, but would be good to think it was!

delta · 22 Nov 2018, 16:28 (Ref:3865036)

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Originally Posted by Mike Bell

Here’s the cap off my Delta for comparison. No idea if the supply neck is the same, but would be good to think it was!

Ah you clever so and so. Thanks Mike.

grantp · 22 Nov 2018, 17:35 (Ref:3865058)

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Originally Posted by Mike Bell

Here’s the cap off my Delta for comparison. No idea if the supply neck is the same, but would be good to think it was!

Are the words stamped on the inside of the cap meaningful in the context of Iain's search?

lotustwincam · 23 Nov 2018, 12:35 (Ref:3865220)

The cap in picture Mike posted looks like a Triumph motorbike cap. Repro caps are widely available.

Mike Bell · 23 Nov 2018, 12:58 (Ref:3865222)

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Originally Posted by lotustwincam

The cap in picture Mike posted looks like a Triumph motorbike cap. Repro caps are widely available.

Def not a classic car item. Think Delta is going the sensible route and converting to screw cap. Given how awkward my cap is to undo, that is a sensible idea!

Edit- found this on eBay...... https://www.ebay.co.uk/i/12201875803...476936fff2f033

delta · 23 Nov 2018, 15:20 (Ref:3865242)

Thanks everyone for all your help . £25.00 hmmmm. Just formed out 375 for new oil pump for my F3 Toyota engine .Might buy it anyway and then get the motor bike later . Cheers and thanks again