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AC Owners Club Forum => Ace, Aceca & Greyhound Forum => Topic started by: AEX 31 on May 22, 2021, 08:43:48
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Dear all,
I’m looking for original, rear brake adjuster spanner and bleeder socket tool
for AEX 31 which is an AC engined Ace from 1954.
It doesn’t really matter if they are original or reproductions as long as they
look like the original ones.
Any hints or tips gratefuly appreciated. Or if anybody would have any for sale:
Top dollar paid!
Thanks. Jonas
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Jonas.
If you are possibly thinking of having a small batch of accurate copy Bleeder sockets (spanner) made Please put my name as interested .
With BEX333, I like many Ace owners have replaced the standard length rear brake nipples with longer version, but still not
the easiest job when bleeding the rear brakes, Regards adjusting the rear brake, I have brazed a small metal box section to a flat plate and use it on both the rear nearside and offside, However very tight for space due to fuel tank, but it does the job.
Please put me down for a bleeder socket, Should you decide to have a small batch made. ;)
Cheers for Now
Keith
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Did Cobras use the same tool?
Cobras came with a bleeder fitting tool. (I have never used the original for CSX2310. I use flare nut spanners.) Finding an original in the USA is near impossible. I did drawings for a friend about twenty years ago and he made a few. I still have one of the ones he made that I have no use for.
My sketches.
(http://www.saacforum.com/gallery/274-300521073144.jpeg)
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If anybody decides to make a batch I have some detailed drawings........come to think of it if anybody is interested let me know and i will get a price per unit.....the more the merrier ( and cheaper ) .
Happy bank holiday weekend....Luke
PS AEX443 coming along
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Interested in a set for my aceca
Regards
Nige
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Hi Luke, I'd be interested in a set too please.
Many Thanks.
Nick
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So i am going to get a price for making the brake spanner and bleeding tool. I am going to make to the spec below.
Hands up now for all those interested......I can get a more accurate price if i have numbers.
I assume Aces also required these tools ?
Cheers, Luke
PS ...A quick question for all ....on the brake adjusting spanner does the head have to be round going into square or ( providing the tool works )
would we be happy for it to just be square internally with a rounded edge.......this would be a lot easier to machine.
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Luke
Can you please accept this post as a order for One Bleeding Spanner. :-[ :-[ OOPpppssss
Seriously.. .. .. One Ace Bleed Spanner please.
Thank you
Keith
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Keith has kindly drawn this and included a photo for the brake adjuster. I will check as to whether the internal measurement should be 1/2'' or 7/16''. The photo shows a piece of square tube rather than round becoming square. This is far easier to fabricate ..... everybody happy with that ?
Thoughts appreciated,
Luke
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Count me in for one please
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Luke.
Just a quick note, Omitted from my drawing, The total depth of my homemade Ace Rear Brake adjuster tool is 26mm
inclusive of the 4mm base handle.
The actual square tube is 20/21mm in length which has been brazed to the 4mm by 130 mm flat. a tight fit when working on the brakes due to close proximity of the fuel tank. mind you I have a Ali Tank fitted to BEX333 not the old Steel Thames Ditton Unit.
Be interesting to know whether there were two different size rear Brake adjusters, I will remeasure mine , but could swear it
is 7 /16 inch, not 1/2 inch.
As the old saying goes measure twice and cut once.
Thank you Luke for offering to get a small batch made . Club members appreciate specialised tools that make maintenance easier . ;)
Take Care and Stay Safe
Keith
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Hi; BEX627 would buy a set as well.
Thanks
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PS ...A quick question for all ....on the brake adjusting spanner does the head have to be round going into square or ( providing the tool works )
would we be happy for it to just be square internally with a rounded edge.......this would be a lot easier to machine.
Hi Luke
I would be very happy with square with a rounded edge. Seems much more logical than reshaping a round one.
Many thanks Nick
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I have someone on the case and will come back with prices......should be vey reasonable.
Have decided not to go from round to square on the brake adjustment tool as it is only 1" high and it will function perfectly.
The difference in look although not totally original as AC made them is marginal.
Cheers and will update soon, Luke
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After some consideration and calculation we reckon that the brake adjustment and bleeding tools will work out at approximately £30 each. + P and P.
They will come in sand blasted form so will age nicely.......the alternative is to powder coat them black for an extra few pounds.
Thoughts appreciated as all feedback helps the production process.
Happy holidays....Luke
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I’m on! Unpainted for me please. Thanks for sorting this Out.
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Un painted for me too for a set.
Thanks
Nige
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I would like both items for AEX146.
Regards,
Ben
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Hi Luke,
I would be interested in a set for my Aceca as well. Thanks for your efforts on this project!
Greg
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Luke
Please reserve for me .. .. 1 x Ace rear brake Bleed Tool, in Natural finish. Thank you.
I will have a word at next ACOC Council meeting to discuss possibility that Acedes Spares hold a stock, that's assuming there are any left from the initial batch.
ACOC Club members do appreciate and support private initiatives for special tools and special parts, e.g. when I initiated The Ace Fuel filler caps I received orders for 183 in 5 weeks, I have now supplied members with more than 320 Ace over rider brackets.
Barrie Birds early style Chrome over riders sold out within a few months.
Luke.. .. .. Your initial batch or 20 x each spanner , Should fly off the shelf. Good Luck with your venture. ;)
Keith
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Hi Luke, apologies for the slow reply, yes please I would love a set too please.
Happy to go for whichever finish you decide on.
Thanks for organizing this, greatly appreciated .
Kind regards
Nick
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So we have a brake bleed spanner as pictured below.......the brake adjustment spanner is proving more difficult as to get it as close to original there is a fair bit of heat involved.........but we are nearly there.......photos of that to follow........just want to make sure everybody who expressed an interest is happy.
Regards and stay well, Luke
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Hi Luke, Looks good to me.
Thanks for organising this, greatly appreciated.
All best
Nick
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Sorry for not giving this thread all the attention it deserves.
If any of the initial batch are not yet spoken for I would like to express my interest in a bleeder tool (unpainted if possible) and probably also the adjuster tool if that project will come out successful as well.
Thanks for your effort!
Jerry
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Hi Luke,
Looks to be well made. Thanks for all the pics from different angles. The hex shape came out well formed. Should work nicely. I look forward to when you ship them out. Thanks for your efforts!
Regards,
John
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Luke,
Thanks for the posting the photos. It looks good.
Ben
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Ok....we have one of each finished......good news is the final price for the bleed spanner is £25 ( a £5 saving ) however the brake adjustment spanner has worked out at £48 ( £18 more than expected )
If you look at the photos you will realise we have not just welded on a piece of square tube......it is as original.....round tube that has then been forged......this has taken up more time than expected hence the price. 2nd class signed for postage should be £4.50 including bubble wrapping.
Please can you place your orders on the forum with name and address. I am in the process of working out how to pay......will be in touch.
Stay well everyone, Luke
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Luke.
Thank you for picking up the gauntlet and running with this project,
Both Ace/Aceca Rear brake Bleed and Rear Brake Adjuster Spanners look 100%, Good quality accurate copies of the original AC Ace /Aceca tools suppled direct from Thames Ditton back in the 1950s /1960s.
They will fit the original AC Spare Tool kit tray and be appreciated by all members not just those on the Concour Circuit.
Your initial batch of 20 off each Ace /Aceca rear bleed and adjusting spanner should fly off the shelf real quick, I will suggest
at the ACOC Council meeting that either the balance of initial batch or orders for a second batch will be covered by the Club .
In the meantime speaking on behalf of Club Members , A Big Thank You, really appreciated but not always shown.
In Good Old AC Manner .. .. .. .. BLOODY WELL DONE !
Keith
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Hi Luke,
They look great, can I confirm an order for both please. I'll PM you with my address details etc.
With regards to payment, I could pay direct into your account if this works for you? or paypal but Im guessing there are paypal fees?
Many thanks
Kind regards
Nick
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Luke,
I’d like to reconfirm my order for both items.
Address for delivery is:
Flat 8
28 Elm Park Gardens
London
SW10 9NZ
Happy to pay by bank transfer, PayPal or cheque
Thank you,
Ben
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Luke, I sent you a PM with my details. Great effort which will be very useful for several owners!
Jerry
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Dear Luke,
I would like to start by thanking you for making these
parts available to us in need!
I’ve tried to PM you but I’m uncertain if my message (s)
have actually reached you, could you let me know please?
If not, can you post your email address?
Kind regards
Jonas
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My email for all who would like to order is luke@stonesetltd.com
Please send your postal address.
I will send an email to everybody who orders with PayPal details.
Kind regards, Luke
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OK everyone......below is a list of the people who have asked for brake bleed and brake adjustment spanners........I will have 20 of each at the end of the week which Keith has very kindly offered to dispatch.
Please let me know if your are not on the list and would like to purchase a set. Also can you let me know if your forum user name is duplicated by your real name. ( 1590 ) .
The list below eats up all 20 sets.......next batch will be ordered by the club but may take some time as the guy making them has other commitments..........2 NAMES WERE DUPLICATED SO WE HAVE 2 SETS AVAILABLE !!! 1 set gone and 1 set left....that last set has now gone.
WAITING FOR FEED BACK FROM...... 1590
Cheers, Luke
Nick Wells **
Chris pearce **
Nigel Parkinson **
Luke Bryan **
Jonas Linvall x2 sets *
Ben Morgan **
Greg Badano *
Paul Anderson **
Oliver Nuthall *
Keith Lessiter **
Bob Langley **
Jerry Van Kalleveen *
John Thompson
Roldan Boorman
William Cooke
Ian Mahany **
Robert Baurdoux *
Richard Urwin **
Manuel Leitao
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Would anybody like to own up to being "1590" on the forum.
I am accepting funds and sending out the brake tools and i need to know who this handle belongs to so I can send them a set.
If anybody can help out it would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks, Luke
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Hi
I am William Cooke
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Luke,
I too would like to purchase the brake adjuster spanner and bleeder tools. I will email you as well. Thank you for making these tools available to the ACOC community.
Bob
AEX59
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All 20 sets of spanners have now been sold and dispatched. Hope everybody is happy and that their toolkits are now full.
Regards to All, Luke
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Hi Luke, I'm delighted with mine and thank you for all the work getting them made.
I just need a bristol cylinder head spanner now and my tool tray will be complete.
If any body is in need of some Garrington spanners I've got a few spare ones available.
Many thanks Nick