I'm new to this forum. Recently I bought a probably ex Danish military bike, in civilized trim.
It works well but there is a significant play, both axially and radially in the swing arm.
After disassembly. silentblocs rubber seems to be in decent shape.
Shaft diameter is 20.35 mm and the inner diameter of the silentblocs are 20.8 and 20.85. Seems the play of almost .5 mm ( .020" ) is what I felt wiggling the swing. It also is has an axial play of .7 mm ( .030" ). I believe that BSA's intention was that tightening the spindle nut should squeeze the silentblocks tight into the frame. If I put a shim between the silentbloc and the frame, I believe it will make it easier to thighten the nut as the frame don't have to flex as much. Still the radial play would remain.
Anybody knows spindle and silentbloc diameters?
Any suggestions on how to fix it?