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It would be nice to have a listing for Pre War AC's, would any owners like to make a entry on the web pages so we can gather any information?
   
   Robin

The new book by Rinsey Mills is now in stock at several sellers
   'ISBN 0954998170'It should be an interesting read, have ordered my book & hope to be reading it next week.
   
   Robin

Have an 'E' Mail from you but cannot reply as the Mail does not get delivered it is simply returned.
   Would you be good enough to 'E' Mail me on my direct Mail Address
   'robin.woolmer@homecall.co.uk' & i will re-send the reply.
   
   Robin A Woolmer
   AC Engine Project

I have to report a new source for the Copper/Asbestos type of head gaskets but using a central mat which has what i believe is a perforated mesh.
   Details are on the Vintage& PVT site.
   
   Robin

I am pleased to report that i have arranged for a new source of Copper/asbestos type head gaskets with a Vintage engine company in the UK called Cox & Turner Engineering.
   ' www.coxnturner.freeserve.co.uk '
   These are made to the AC Drawing & have a special central complient material which is supported by what i believe is a stainless core mesh, they as yet are un-tested, however they are of very good quality having recieved the initial sample.
   The cost is £80 each which in the current market is a good price, i do not stock these & they are available from Cox & Turner direct.
   Contact John Cox on Phone/Fax 01425 652 627, i believe this represents a good price. Cox & Turner have supplied gaskets for land Rovers for some time with good reports.
   I am awaiting a new Tanged Graphite developement as an alternative to Copper & will put details on my web site later.

Does anybody have any Factory information on the use of Aluminium Heads in the Vintage period fitted to the 6-cylinder Weller engines?
   The club has a record of a 1926 2-seater special being fitted but i need AC Factory records of this which may be in the form of the original documentation issued to the customer or an options list if such still is available.
   It would be nice to find Chassis Number 13335 which is documented by the club as being fitted!
   
   I hope you can assist
   
   Regards
   
   Robin

For needle selection there is a site which compares various needles for a given jet size '  www.mintylamb.co.uk/suneedle  ' This came from an MG Octagon Car Club Site.
   Its worth a look as it graphs the various needle sizes with each other.
   If you have trouble locating the site put the address into a search engine!
   
   Robin

The Following web site might be of interest which compates the various needles to guide you on improving performance
   'http://www.mintylambe.co.uk/suneedle'
   There are also other areas of interest on the 'www.mintylambe.co.uk' automotive site!

Can anybody supply me with the stud positions for the water pump on the front of the AC 2-Litre engine head?
   I would like the stud positions of the water pump relative to the centreline of the Camshaft?
   
   Hope you can assist.
   
   Regards
   
   Robin

For those of you who may wish to replace there Crankshaft Thrust bearing on AC Pre War Engines with the original ball thrust keeping there original crank, which is siuated at the front of the block, supplies are very difficult.The bearing is - R & M DLT 7/8
   I have been able to obtain one for stock but the only supplier which appears to have availability now is :-
   Crewe Engineering Supplies Ltd
   Queen Street
   Crew Cheshire
   CW1 4AQ
   Phone 01270 582228
   Fax 01270 500132
   ' sales@crewe-eng.co.uk '
   They are £195 each +vat.
   The alternative is to fit plain slipper bearings to number three main.
   
   I hope this assists.
   
   Robin

It looks as though Rinsy Mills has written new book on AC Weller Engined Cars!

Dear All
   I am trying to locate the present owner of a 1926 Acedes FS Edge Special which had an Aluminium head fitted to the Weller 6- cylinder engine, Chassis Number 13335, engine number R21/1986.
   This is to have it verified by the VSCC as an optional fitting to the Vintage cars, i believe i have located an Aluminium head which is fitted to the GN Semmence Special which i will lokk at shortly.
   If all goes well i am hoping to have the VSCC accept the heads a standard & not catagorise as 'special' any engines hwo have new Aluminium heads fitted.
   Your assistance would be apprciated.
   
   Robin

Does anybody know of good plater for this in the South of England?

For those wishing to have a copy look at Amozon Book site two books for £0.45 each, a bargain for any book but read & apply his suggestions with care!
   Robin

Does anybody know a Geoff Hood in Australia who i believe re-builds AC Weller engines? i also believe a Richard Stanley is also involved.
   It would be nice to here from like minded members interested in the AC Weller engine
   
   Regrads to All
   
   Robin