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loved the Dihydrogen monoxide comment, but------? weight needs to be behind the back axle to reduce front wheel loading; or has Isaac Newton died?
Barford

Hello Emiel, If you are still looking for answers to your problem, I had the same difficulty setting my clutch recently. I replaced the pedal bush to reduce free play at that end. I then set the adjusting screw to give the 32mm free play at the pedal, as described in the Instruction Book. I moved th...

Following Brian's comment I started chasing the play. I changed the kingpin bushes and thrust bearings, then the axle pin and bush, and finally the wheel bearings. The front end is now as tight as new. Rather shows up the play in the steering box! Are shims available anywhere for doing the adjustmen...

Thanks for the advice, that's another job to do!

My 1960 Dexta is gradually being brought up to an acceptable standard, but needs to be ready to work my smallholding. Repairs as and when necessary. How much vertical play should I expect in the kingpins?