radiator top bracket

[Chewie Baker]

does anyone know which is correct for a 1961 850 model?

[Andrew1967]

The lower one is more correct Chewie, the upper one is a later weight saving bracket

Although actually the early cars are triangular in shape and attach to only one thermostat stud. Not sure when they went to the lower type in your picture,

[Chewie Baker]

thought it was that one - thanks for clarification

[moita]

Hi !

The lower one, if for 850 should have a spot welded re-informent strap in position of the 2 radiator holes. It is a strap welded in the bracket itself.

[Chewie Baker]

Hello Nuno
That’s a good point.
Do you know if that reinforcing plate was correct for a bracket for a 1961 850?

[moita]

Yes, should have with strap spot welded.

Unless a very early 61, or maybe late 60 can have a different bracket which just fixes with one nut to the thermostat.But if your is middle/late for 61 for sure already with that bottom bracket.

[Andrew1967]

If you need one Martin, I've probably got one - will look tomorrow to confirm.