Gents Thanks for the rapid follow-up. I have set of alloy push rods, so can measure to give me some idea (I assume it had been running given the oil and dirt that was covering everything in sight.) The 5th (now extra stud) clears the barrel and initially confused me somewhat as to why it was there. ...

Gents thanks for the rapid responses.

The crankcase is stamped CAMA 5596, which matched the frame number CAPR 13939.

I've attached some photos. So looks like I need to source some non-alloy push rods and see if I can get the engine to run before I expend any more effort of the frame etc.

Will

Hi all, First post, so please, go easy on me. I acquired a 1959 NH as a restoration project, (hat tip to Bennet for dating). Now seems more of a basket case. I have started the strip down and noted that I have 5 cylinder head bolts, but only 4 holes on the cylinder. From what I have seen on the inte...