Sheared otter switch bolt
#1 Sheared otter switch bolt
Hi
While replacing the otter switch I've sheared one of the bolts off in the threads of the housing. I've ordered a new housing but can't source any new bolts. Barrett's and Manners' both say they are unavailable.
Does anyone know what size/thread they are or know where I could get hold of 3 new ones?
Also I've tried to attach a photo but the file is too large, how do I get over this problem
Thanks
Simon
While replacing the otter switch I've sheared one of the bolts off in the threads of the housing. I've ordered a new housing but can't source any new bolts. Barrett's and Manners' both say they are unavailable.
Does anyone know what size/thread they are or know where I could get hold of 3 new ones?
Also I've tried to attach a photo but the file is too large, how do I get over this problem
Thanks
Simon
'72 S3 2+2 Regency Red
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#2 Re: Sheared otter switch bolt
I'm not sure about the SIII, but on the earlier cars they are #10 NC (i.e. 10-24) Should be fairly easy to source those.
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#3 Re: Sheared otter switch bolt
Common problem; they weld themselves in there. #10 or 3/16" UNC (NOT UNF). You might satruggle to find hex headed bolts but if you can't you could just use Phillips.
Andrew.
881824, 1E21538. 889457. 1961 4.3l Mk2. 1975 XJS. 1962 MGB
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Adelaide, Australia
881824, 1E21538. 889457. 1961 4.3l Mk2. 1975 XJS. 1962 MGB
http://www.projectetype.com/index.php/the-blog.html
Adelaide, Australia
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#4 Re: Sheared otter switch bolt
1971 Series 3 FHC 2+2 RHD Manual
1971 Series 3 Roadster 2+2 RHD Manual
1986 Rover SD1 Vitesse Twin Plenum
1971 Series 3 Roadster 2+2 RHD Manual
1986 Rover SD1 Vitesse Twin Plenum
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#5 Re: Sheared otter switch bolt
Hi
Thanks for the info. Now have fitted a new housing, otter switch and bolts.
Run up to temperature and the fans came on and no leaks
Simon
Thanks for the info. Now have fitted a new housing, otter switch and bolts.
Run up to temperature and the fans came on and no leaks
Simon
'72 S3 2+2 Regency Red
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#6 Re: Sheared otter switch bolt
http://s38.photobucket.com/user/simon_e ... sort=3&o=4
This is a pic of my car (hopefully, if I've sorted photobucket)
Simon
This is a pic of my car (hopefully, if I've sorted photobucket)
Simon
'72 S3 2+2 Regency Red
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#7 Re: Sheared otter switch bolt
Nice car Simon. Hope to have mine looking like yours.
Wes
Wes
1972 Jag E type coupe - Series 3
1968 Jag E type FHC - Series 1.5
1968 Jag E type FHC - Series 1.5
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#8 Re: Sheared otter switch bolt
Looking good. I too sheared one of those bolts and as mentioned drilled it and got in a stainless self tapper.
It's also nice to have a switch with light to activate the fan relay and thus switch them on manually in traffic.
It's also nice to have a switch with light to activate the fan relay and thus switch them on manually in traffic.
Adam
S3 V12 E Type FHC Manual 1972-owned since 1978
1957 XK150 since 1976
S3 V12 E Type FHC Manual 1972-owned since 1978
1957 XK150 since 1976
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#9 Re: Sheared otter switch bolt
Just for the sake of mentioning it, if the sheared fastener is ferrous, and the part isn't, you can dissolve the fastener.
https://forums.jag-lovers.com/t/xk-engi ... num/245409
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#10 Re: Sheared otter switch bolt
Hi Guys
If you are looking to upgrade to more modern/reliable componentry, check this link to Coolcat out. I fitted one to my V12 several years ago; replacement senders are a modern readily available part from Porsche.
https://tinyurl.com/zpgjxoh
If you are looking to upgrade to more modern/reliable componentry, check this link to Coolcat out. I fitted one to my V12 several years ago; replacement senders are a modern readily available part from Porsche.
https://tinyurl.com/zpgjxoh
Mark Brown
1971 S3 Etype, now sold, sadly.
1971 S3 Etype, now sold, sadly.
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