Brass nuts, Bolts and Washers.

Hi
Can any member advise on where to get Brass nuts bolts etc for my Lister d type.
Also would any member have a list of the sizes req for Tank strap bolts and washers, rocker cover nuts/washers and water tank cover nuts/washers...

Thanks guys

ED

They are 5/16 whitworth 5/16 unc will fit just as well. They would have been bolts on the water and valve covers and studs and nuts for the tank straps, they were all painted steel originally.

The Lister D's you see that has the brass tank straps etc are a bling thing the originals would have been steel. If you check ebay you sometimes get sellers that will put up nearly all the nuts bolts studs washers springs basically all the small bits from a stripped D. They don't sell cheap, normally over the 10 quid mark.

Stu.

stationary stu wrote:The Lister D's you see that has the brass tank straps etc are a bling thing the originals would have been steel. If you check ebay you sometimes get sellers that will put up nearly all the nuts bolts studs washers springs basically all the small bits from a stripped D. They don't sell cheap, normally over the 10 quid mark.

Stu.

He wants something to polish stu
you not got the ebay links I sent you Ed?

stationary stu wrote:The Lister D's you see that has the brass tank straps etc are a bling thing the originals would have been steel. If you check ebay you sometimes get sellers that will put up nearly all the nuts bolts studs washers springs basically all the small bits from a stripped D. They don't sell cheap, normally over the 10 quid mark.

Stu.

Cheers Stu..

blackvanman wrote:

stationary stu wrote:The Lister D's you see that has the brass tank straps etc are a bling thing the originals would have been steel. If you check ebay you sometimes get sellers that will put up nearly all the nuts bolts studs washers springs basically all the small bits from a stripped D. They don't sell cheap, normally over the 10 quid mark.

Stu.

He wants something to polish stu
you not got the ebay links I sent you Ed?

If you had seen my pc desktop you would understand why I loose things Andy....

Biggusdannus wrote:They are 5/16 whitworth 5/16 unc will fit just as well. They would have been bolts on the water and valve covers and studs and nuts for the tank straps, they were all painted steel originally.

Cheers......I like the brass bling look and it gives me an excuse to pop outside away from wife/kids and dogs for a polish session....

ED3229 wrote:

blackvanman wrote:

stationary stu wrote:The Lister D's you see that has the brass tank straps etc are a bling thing the originals would have been steel. If you check ebay you sometimes get sellers that will put up nearly all the nuts bolts studs washers springs basically all the small bits from a stripped D. They don't sell cheap, normally over the 10 quid mark.

Stu.

He wants something to polish stu
you not got the ebay links I sent you Ed?

If you had seen my pc desktop you would understand why I loose things Andy....

5/16 nuts
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/10-X-5-16-UNC-BRASS-MANIFOLD-EXHAUST-NUTS-NUT-BN2-FREE-P-P-/280865253377?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item4164dfa801

5/16 washers (8mm close enough)
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/M8-8mm-SOLID-BRASS-WASHERS-x-20-/110931776049?pt=UK_DIY_Material_Nails_Fixing_MJ&hash=item19d40c9231

3/8 nuts
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/10-X-3-8-UNC-BRASS-MANIFOLD-EXHAUST-NUTS-NUT-BN3-FREE-P-P-/280875347104?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item416579aca0

3/8 washers
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Brass-Washers-3-8-ID-5-8-OD-1-16-thick-Pack-of-10-/290872844307?pt=UK_Trains_Railway_Models&hash=item43b95f6013


2 packs of each should see you through most visible stuff, but you would only need one pack of 5/16 (8mm) washers as that's a 20 pack

Well does that mean you want the tank straps?

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Lister-D-Brass-Tank-Straps-NEW-/400420499870?pt=UK_BOI_FarmingEquipment_RL&hash=item5d3aebf19e

Stu.

stationary stu wrote:Well does that mean you want the tank straps?

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Lister-D-Brass-Tank-Straps-NEW-/400420499870?pt=UK_BOI_FarmingEquipment_RL&hash=item5d3aebf19e

Stu.

Just got some off ebay....Ed

Yeah but I'm running slow I've just worked out what you want

Stu.

1st set of brass nuts arrived today and tank straps due tomorrow........Sunday is fitting day.

Can we see the before and after pics.

Stu.

stationary stu wrote:Can we see the before and after pics.

Stu.

Started the brass project today......Looking good

Glad to hear your happy with your modifications.

Stu.

Brass tank straps arrived today will fit on Sunday pics to follow......Ed

Might be worth keeping all the original bits in a box or tub or something (ice cream or margarine tubs are pretty good for this, or jam jars, but I don't think tank straps would go in a jam jar).

Should you come to sell the engine, or pass it on at a later date, you can leave the next person the opportunity to take it back to original if they wish. Also, should you ever change your mind, or get another project which needs those bits, they'll come in handy.

Dunno why I'm saying this, us engine enthusiasts never throw anything away!

nutgone wrote:Might be worth keeping all the original bits in a box or tub or something (ice cream or margarine tubs are pretty good for this, or jam jars, but I don't think tank straps would go in a jam jar).

Should you come to sell the engine, or pass it on at a later date, you can leave the next person the opportunity to take it back to original if they wish. Also, should you ever change your mind, or get another project which needs those bits, they'll come in handy.

Dunno why I'm saying this, us engine enthusiasts never throw anything away!

Got all the nuts etc in bags all marked so I know where to put them back....

Just need to buy a shed but thats got to wait wife's getting the Land Rover she's always wanted next week.... :angel1:

Just need to buy a shed but thats got to wait wife's getting the Land Rover she's always wanted next week....

reverse psychology.

Funny the things we have to do to carry on with our hobby, there again I'm sure there's plenty of stranger hobbies out there like football, fishing etc there wives must have a lot to put up with. An engine a can of petrol and we will sit happy for hours. or are you a fiddler that is up n down to there engine ever few minutes doing tiny adjustments (ok I can't help it, I like to mess lol ).

Stu.

Only scratched the straps when fitting them.......Not too bad should buff out

Ed can you not turn it around or will it crease it?

Stu.

stationary stu wrote:Ed can you not turn it around or will it crease it?

Stu.

Goo Idea that

ED

Don't forget, at most rallies & shows people will be a good 6 foot away, so probably won't see it.

It's sod's law though, stuff like this. I bet you were being careful as well? (isn't it always the way? )

I don't know which path Ed's taking but if he's wanting a pristine engine for judging then the straps will need to look good. Maybe try to buff out the scratch first with something a little more abrasive first, them change to brasso to finish off. Only thing is, are the brass or brass coloured/coated? If they are you may not be able to polish them to much.

Stu.