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Hi, could anyone explain the way to find tdc on the Norton engine, is there any markings to line up anywhere? Or is there another method. I haven’t had any experience of setting timings on an engine and the magneto drive chain was off the engine when I got her. Cheers.

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Norton engine, single speed, transmission brake. Machine number 11976. Thank you for the offer of help, I’ll no doubt be in touch.

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Great, thank you

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Ok, cheers for that.

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Hi I’ve no idea where you would find a disc Coulter for the plough, but you could make a knife coulter for it out of some mild steel quite easily and I’m sure it would do the job.

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Sorry about not replying, I have been busy with decorating a nursery and fitting a new bathroom so I haven’t touched my cultivator. Looks like you are pressing ahead well with yours if not already done. I’ll be back out in the workshop soon, probably to escape changing nappies. Cheers.

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No problem, this is as far as I have got at the moment but as it goes back together I’ll update you. I’ll get some better ones for you when it’s not chucking it down I’ll lift it all outside. My workshop is rather tight for space, Good luck.

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Here’s a few to get you started hopefully.

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I’ll take some photos over the weekend for you. I’m rebuilding one myself.

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Thanks guys I think I’ll take the engine off and do some further investigation

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Hi, having had this problem myself, I cured the problem by removing the whole clutch unit from the shaft and polishing up the shaft with some grey scotchbrite. New springs were also fitted. I will also say be very careful when reassembling the unit, do not over tighten the retaining bolts because you can crack the casting easily and they are not repairable. Cheers.

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Well done Ivan, a very enjoyable day all round.

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I use champion L10’s also, she will run well on them, the only snag is getting hold of a pair. I have also found that champion L86c and NGK B5HS are very similar more modern plugs and they both work well too.

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Thanks for posting scores Sam, I really enjoyed the day. Chris (disc brake trusty).

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Glad the photo was of some use to you Sean. I have been lucky to find a plough in this condition, underneath the 4 or so layers of paint it is as tight as the day it was made there is no play whatsoever in any of the moving parts, and no wear on disc, share and the board is also in great condition, not sure if the landslide is bit worn as I have never seen an original one. I have been following your Norton engine Trusty on old forum, you have made a super job so far.

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