I have a 9E 96 on the '35 Nipoy. Having difficulties with getting it anywhere near where the bracket should attach, so wondering whether any other Nippies have different 9E numbers...?

Hi Tom,

I've got two spare s/h steering boxes and one casting of the aluminium case/mounting which has never been built up - must be NOS I guess?

The end float of the column is controlled by how far the column is screwed in. The meshing with the wheel is controlled by the three(?) nuts securing the steel plate on the side of the box. I guess if there is a lot of end float then you would get the illusion of a poor mesh at the wheel.

Or, and this would be more of a concern if you bought a new casting, the thread the column screws into might not be straight - if it is presenting the column at an angle, that might explain the problem, and could probably be found out if you still have it.

I'm not a TIG welder and would be a little concerned about having a go myself given the vital job of this particular component!

Tom,

"I have never used a wedge, but I don't think they are for the purist! I think you have to fiddle with the brake pivot which sounds like a bit of a pain."

Can't be too bad- my first chassis was built with a solid wedge which I made and fitted under the standard box. From memory the brake pivot was put into the original box hole and into the wedge. This raised the pedal somewhat but still useable.
Must have done something clever with all the bolts but I think the box assembly is still on the Meteor which is being rebuilt 50 years later in country Victoria. I am looking forward to seeing it - from what I hear still fitted with its twin Zenith updraughts

Tony.

Location: Melbourne, Australia.

Going back to the earlier discussions on Steering Box angles, A7CA 2013D shows from Austin factory records -

XL 253 No angle but probably 49 1/2 degrees

XL 896....49 1/2 degrees

1A 6025...49 degrees

1A 6041...41 degrees

1A 6042...37 1/2 degrees

1A 6068...(possibly 37 1/2?) 'for Fabric Saloon and other short scuttle models'

The card also notes 'See later card for Cast Steel types'.

In earlier discussions we had added-

9C36......37 1/2 degrees

Tony.

Location: Malvern, Melbourne.

Tony,

Do you know if there is any difference between the two 37 1/2 degree boxes, (1A 6042 and 9C36) apart from the part number ?

Some years ago I purchased a 37 1/2 degree reproduction steering box casting from Colvin Gunn (sadly no longer with us I believe) does anyone know if anyone else is producing reproduction 37 1/2 boxes ?

Thanks

Marcus

Location: Auckland

Marcus

I recently bought a new box for my GE Cup project from James Gunn. The 1A 6041 box fouled the dashboard so James kindly swapped for an "ulster" type with no casting number that works a treat.

I'll measure the angle tomorrow if I get the chance.

James' number is 01279 876 773.

All the best

Peter

Location: United Kingdom

Thanks Peter,

That would be great if you could measure the angle for me.


I presume that James is Colvin's son, do you happen to have an email address for him ?

Cheers

Marcus

Location: Auckland

These may help to illustrate Henry's comments above,

From the front of the car back you have,

1. Standard Box Saloon box

2. A1042

3. Modified A1041(angle to 37.5°)

4. 9C102


The last photo illustrates Henry's point best I think.

Well illustrated, R. Thank you.

Ian Mc.

Location: Shropshire

Ruairidh,

Excellent pics.

The 9C102 appears to be less than 37.5 degrees?

Can I ask you a favour whilst the 9C102 is out of the car? Could you confirm how many turns of the steering wheel to 1 turn of the drop arm?

Henry,

"this" box is at 35°

I'll get back to you with the turns info.

6 complete turns Henry.

Thanks for that info. From memory the standard box is about 6 1/4 turns. I think it confirms that the internals are as the standard type.
There has been recent talk in the 750 Bulletin of the Ulster (or some of them) having a special slower steering ratio which would require either special worm and gear or longer steering arm, or even a shorter drop arm although I think that would be highly unlikely.

Are you being sarcastic or can you see the photos?
I only see photobucket adverts!
Bruce

Location: New Zealand, Whangarei