I also think that the report about the lathe is very interesting. My Myford super 7 is now running well and helped me doing little jobs already. I would be interested to hear what kind of "quick release tool points" are usable on the type of lathe.

This is the type of semi fluid grease that I use and mentioned above. Very easy to fill into the filler hole. I was advised by Paul Meredith some years ago to add a cup full of 140 gearbox oil on top of the grease. This shall help to lubricate the gearbox bushes in case the grease moves to the outer ...

I get mine from a local tractor repair shop. They charged about 11 Euro for 1 Kg.

Thanks for the valuable information.

I received a copy of the enclosed report of a nice original 1913 White and Poppe Ariel. I enclose a scan here. But, I am not sure if this is conform to the publication permits although we are here in a quiet and private group of enthusiasts. If not legal please delete.

Happy reading
Klaus

A friend asked me if it's possible to convert the primary drive of his Mk2 to a belt drive. His main goal is to fix the leaks in the chain case. Has anyone done this modification before? Any tips are welcome.

Thanks, Klaus

https://www.kleinanzeigen.de/s-anzeige/ ... -305-19714

I just spotted this Ariel offered for sale in Germany. Not my bike nor do I know the owner.
The bike seems to have a 1950ish round case engine. Maybe this is of use to anybody?

Regards Klaus

1/2" before top dead center fully advanced

Hello Vincent,
I might be able to help!

IT looks like a round case 1949ish VCH engine to me