Ron

They look very nice in black and chrome!  Ron

To add to this. Here is an early G3L parts list which shows the CO-92-2 lever with a rubber. The lever on my G3L has the "spoon" end but I can't find this in my parts lists? So please buy me one of those from your source Lex.  Ron

I just checked my parts lists Lex. The picture you posted is a G3L lever #CO-92-2 (Not designed for a rubber.)  The G3 lever is #KFCO-92-2 has a rubber fitted??  Ron

Yes that is a G3L Lex. Do you know how the civy G3, WD G3, and G3L parts lists compare?  Ron. 

No boss behind mine Lex.  I can't find a picture anywhere. So WD had a boss?  Why? Something else to correct. Any chance you can still buy that one you let go Lex, or a dimensions/picture to modify mine.  Ron 

My local bearing company managed to find me a sealed bearing for the output end. These boxes use semi fluid grease, but I still found that it pumped out through the bearing. It was a few years ago now so I can't remember if they had to get the new bearing outer or inner ground to size? Maybe worth an enquiry with a bearing firm. (Darren Wrudd perhaps). 

I wonder if the 1.5.48 is a rebuild date? Ron 

No Gasket Pawel. They used "Shellac" in the old days. I use "Welseal"  Ron

Seasons greetings Pawel and to all other forum members.  Ron

The lighting pickup is in the wrong place, the barrel doesn't have the threaded exhaust port, clutch lever, kickstart and carb are all post war. I'm not trying to piss on anyone's firework!  Just trying to give a requited opinion.  🙂Ron

PS. here is my 1943 WD model.  Ron

I can clearly see that it's a post war civilian frame and engine. Has it got girder or tele forks?  I think the REM prefix is from the later 40's. Ron

No it's just standard light springs. Ron

PS. I've got new valve lift cables for both my Matchy's and bought some cheap 12" long springs from China via ebay, to cut and slide on during assembly,  for the exhaust heat shields. Ron

Stuart Bray has a couple, but I think are both 7/8". But some scrutiny might decide if you can machine out 1/16" to fit on G3 bars.  The one I had off you Lex had been cut from it's handlebar clamp.  Ron

It's the Bowden type Steve. Not Amal. The earlier G3L's also had Bowden controls but 7/8", followed by Amal controls on the later G3L's.   Ron

Hi Terry. I don't know what the OREM is but the last military frame number in 1945 was 11129. They carried on into the 50's with the last of the WD models being civilianized, followed by purpose civilian models. I would hazard a guess at 1946. But the Royal Enfield Owners Club or VMCC should be able to date it accurately.  Ron

Cutting in on Steve's thread and emphasizing my LOVE/HATE Matchless relationship. The clutch cable on my G3 had become pinched/damaged by the left side steering stop and my throttle cable was the type with an incorrect, in-line adjuster, so I've just replaced them both..........Not something I'd want to do on the roadside, even on a warm sunny day, let alone in the rain or dark!!!! Ron

I recently discovered that my 1940 Royal Enfield WD/C had been fitted with a later (WD/CO type) front frame section. Apparently these frames are quite weak and under the duress of heavy duty army work,  it was quite common for them to break at the front down tube. So the heavier duty CO frame would often have been fitted.

I acquired a correct 1940 front frame from a fellow RE enthusiast, resprayed and fitted it. Fortunately it's just possible to swap the front frames without disturbing the engine/gearbox etc.

I've copied the markings from a series of army trials pictures.  Ron

Good to see the photo record of your build Steve.   Ron

That's sounds like a plan to me. Use all the best and original parts to build a factory spec 3SW. Then have freedom fun with the rest.  Ron

Over the years I've acquired about 20 C spanners of various sizes from jumbles for just a few shillings each. Handy to have and I can usually find the right size for what I need. Ron

To my mind, the wheel bearing fitment and adjustment on these Matchless's is about as daft as you could think up🥴.  Ron

It doesn't look too bad to me. I think I would leave it, maybe vapor/bead blast it? Ron

Triumph engine cases weren't painted to my knowledge? I hope not as I'll have 3 wrong Triumphs😕 

I'll note that collar size from Brian.  Ron

I think you're right Lex. I've had problems with the nozzles clogging up.

Nothing is like it used to be....Nitromores- -Humbrol enamels--Hammarite paint.....All bloody useless now. Ron