Andy3HW

Thats exactly what I needed. Looks like Draganfly Motorcycle Spares stock similar items.

Thanks Ron.

Hi, 

Can anyone post some images of, or describe the arrangement of, the mounting brackets for the pannier racks fitted to a 3HW. And are they commercially available?

Much appreciated, thanks

Andy

What oil to use debates can go on for ever. But I use Morris's mono-grade SAE 40 in all my engines and often a thicker grade (50 in the gearbox. I buy at the jumbles where there are always traders selling it for £14-£16 per 5 litres. (Some gearbox's use semi fluid grease but not Triumph)

 

I don't know of a commercially available chain case gasket (it's different from the ally ones)

 

It's a long time since I've touched a breather valve, but I'm sure it's just a flap disc with no spring.

 

I have canvas covers on my 3HW but it's purely 'Artistic Licence' I'm sure I've seen a war time image of a canvas cover fitted to a bike. But the canvas covered saddles that were produced by 'WRIGHTS' were actually a gun layers seat in an armoured vehicle. I guess some enterprising sole thought it a good idea to fit one to save getting a burnt bum out in the desert heat. Ron

Thanks for the info Ron. I take it then that there is no gasket used on the primary chain cover. What oil do you use for the clutch?

Thanks Andy

Hi all,

Thought I might get a few questions asked at the same time.....

I understand that the oil for the gearbox and the engine is of the same type. What would be the modern equivalent to use. Also what would be suitable to use for the primary chain/clutch?

I have a gasket set for the 3HW, however there was no primary chain case outer cover gasket included. Is it something that you just make yourself or is it readily available?

After removing the crankcase pressure relief valve body to clean up, I found I could move the inner valve component back and forward with an air line. Should there be a return spring installed?

Last but not least....I have noticed that in some images I have seen on the web, the sprung seat on these bikes are fitted with a canvas cover. Does anyone know if these are commercially available?

Thanks guys

Andy

Hi Ron,

Thanks again for the information. My chain case has that aperture at the rear but no tubing. I will probably do what you have done and do away with it. Maybe tap the hole and install a plug.

On a different subject. Just got by frame back from the powders coaters who removed the old paint but also loads of filler. The filler was hiding severe pitting, tube thinning and pin holes. Needless to say they did not proceed with the powder coating. So my option now I think is just to have it as a bike to take to shows only as opposed to being able to ride it on the road as well. I guess I would use some form of filler again so it is visually ok. A pity really as it was coming along nicely.

Regards

Andy

Hi,

In the parts catalogue under the Chaincase Group, an 'Adjuster, Rear Chain Oiler' and 'Spring, Rear Chain Oiler' are listed. Can anyone shed any light to whereabouts these items fit to the chaincase. There is small aperture at the rear of the chaincase but I am unable workout how this aperture would feed oil to the rear chain.

Thanks

Andy

Yes a 3HW only has one tap and a balance tube. The tap is the double type with a main pull on button and one for reserve. These should be available from one or all of the following 'Trisupply' Tri-Cor' 'Ace Classics'

 

All bikes by 1944 would have been fitted with a standard MCT1 WD (fag end light).

 

Ron

Thanks for the information Ron, thats a great help.

Hi,

Can anyone advise me on what was the correct type of fuel tap and rear light fitted to a 1944 Triumph 3HW.

Many thanks

The one and only person I have found who makes steering stem bearings and fork spindles for Triumph heavyweight's and lightweight's is John Brewster in Sussex. I haven't seen him for a while now. jhbeng@yahoo.co.uk 01797 226775.

 

Ron

Hi Ron,

Apologies for not acknowledging your reply earlier. I finally got around to contacting John and he can supply the bearings. Thanks again for the contact.

Andy

Hi,

After stripping down the front forks on my 1944 3HW it was noticeable that the steering bearing cones and cups were pretty much shot. Does anyone know where I can obtain a replacement set or whether they can be replaced with sealed or taper bearings instead.

Thanks Andy

Hi Ron, thanks again for your help and information. Much appreciated. Your collection of handlebar controls is exactly what I am looking for, right design and non chromed appearance, but of course in 7/8 size.

I have noticed that they hold motorcycle auto-jumbles at kempton Park throughout the year and I am wondering whether they are a good source of spares for my project - certainly a good source for contacts I would imagine. So just contemplating undertaking the trip from Scotland back to my roots for a visit.

Regards

Andy

Hi Ron, the frame date is June 1944 and it has the 7/8 inch handlebars so I presume it is one of the last three contracts you mention. Nookysnuts have proved very useful is supplying the BSC 26TPI nuts and bolts.

I am having trouble establishing what the correct threads are for the handlebar clamps. The bolts used match a metric coarse thread with a 1.25 pitch so I am wondering if I can run through a 5/16 BSW tap if indeed that is the original correct thread used.

Do you happen to know the size of drive chain?

Thanks again for your help.

Andy

Thanks for the information Jenkinov. I have the manuals that show all the parts in diagrams except for the frame, although the parts are listed. I am struggling to figure what parts are used, for example, for the rear and front brake rod assembly - a diagram showing part numbers would be so useful. Also information on thread sizes especially for the handlebar clamps (which seem to be excepting a 5/16in dia bolt with a metric thread) and what size is the final drive chain.

Regards, Andy

Hi, can anyone tell me the correct make/model/type of handle bar controls that should be fitted to a 1944 3HW. Also, is there available a manual showing the frame parts.

Thanks

Thanks for your assistance Ron.

Andy

Hi Ron, I think I can see one problem I have from those images you have sent. To begin with it appears that my wheel is fitted with the incorrect 'brake anchor plate' (item 38). The one I have fitted sits inside of the rim (flush) of the hub assembly which brings the wheel too close to the inside of fork to the extent that the wheel almost rubs on the inside of the forks. Whereas the one fitted to your wheel appears to fit on the outside of the rim on the hub assembly bringing the wheel more central between the forks. My bike is not fitted a speedo so I am not sure thats why I have a different 'brake anchor plate' fitted but that still will not account for why the wheel is so far over. And it seems you maybe correct about the offset as my wheel rim does not appear to be centred over hub - it could probably move over about 1/4inch.

From the diagram I am missing the dust caps (Item 30 - cannot seem to locate them anywhere) and the brake shoes. Plus items 34, which I suppose I can use 7/16 half nuts. I have seen a 'brake anchor plate' similar to the one you have fitted on e-bay for £106!!.

Thanks for taking the time to post the images for me.

Andy

Thanks Ron, that would be very much appreciated. On another subject what would that colour be called that your bike is painted in. I am torn between painting it a desert colour seeing as it has the air filter box on the tank or in khaki/green.

Thanks, Andy

Hi all,

This will be undoubtedly the first of many questions that I will be posting whilst attempting to restore my 1944 3HW.

To begin; the front wheel spindle is missing some parts namely the bearing dust caps, the adjuster nuts and the correct spindle nuts. Even with these in place I cannot see how the wheel will set up centrally within the forks. With the Torque Link in place the whole wheel sits over to the right hand side up almost up against the inside of the forks and also the wheel spindle seems to be too short. I would appreciate if anyone can post some images of the set up and supply a dimension for the length of the spindle.

And as for spare parts, some names of suppliers you have used would also be very useful.

Many thanks

Andy

Hi, I have just entered the world of military vehicle ownership. Aways wanted a jeep but not enough space at the moment so a motorbike seemed a good alternative. I already own a classic triumph sports car so I thought a 1944 Triumph 3HW motorbike would make good garage company. Currently struggling to source certain parts but I am hoping the forum will assist. Also looking for advice on how, if possible, to track the motorbikes military history. I do not even hold a motorbike licence so interesting times ahead.

Andy