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radiator top bracket
Posted: Thu Jan 14, 2021 12:51 pm
by Chewie Baker
does anyone know which is correct for a 1961 850 model?
Re: radiator top bracket
Posted: Thu Jan 14, 2021 1:09 pm
by 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,
Re: radiator top bracket
Posted: Thu Jan 14, 2021 4:54 pm
by Chewie Baker
thought it was that one - thanks for clarification
Re: radiator top bracket
Posted: Thu Jan 14, 2021 9:04 pm
by 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.
Re: radiator top bracket
Posted: Thu Jan 14, 2021 9:24 pm
by 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?
Re: radiator top bracket
Posted: Thu Jan 14, 2021 9:58 pm
by 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.
Re: radiator top bracket
Posted: Thu Jan 14, 2021 10:36 pm
by Andrew1967
If you need one Martin, I've probably got one - will look tomorrow to confirm.