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      david smith1
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        have bought a x75 replica with the t150t engine absolutely love it. in great condition however will have to sort the pushrod seals drip more oil than the Torey canyon

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        James Herbert
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          Before the Torrey Canyon was piled up on Seven Stones a senior police man, chief inspector I think, told me to “Be on your way before I get you under the Litter Act!”. He was looking at the liquid mess on Norfolk road and as usual I was embarrassed by it.  It didn’t come from pushrod tube but via main bearing and primary chaincase.   However our bikes are a disgrace and it wasn’t necessary either in 1930s let alone late 1960s.

           

          Even if a Trident leaks from all 4 tubes it isn’t really a lot because there isn’t much at the top of engine and a quick mop round soon after stopping will limit mess.  The trouble with my 1967 era travel was a truly daft set of faults in the drawing office and a reservoir of oil in primary determined to act as water over a weir.  Also when being quizzed by Plod I didn’t feel I could be squatting and mopping up something which wasn’t a decent bike new.  Your photo implies being at home.  I won’t comment on the heart shaped dish!

           

          Disgracefully my 1990 car leaks after every trip, ohc means plenty up top and the head gasket leaks.  I will not bother to set about curing it

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