1929 Sloper 3 speed - clutch pushrod

[BEVANC]

Hi folks, could anyone please tell me the correct length for the clutch pushrod for my S29 3 speed Sloper ?

Also, is it a good idea to have it in two parts with a ball bearing inbetween or not ? My Panther & Ariel have one piece pushrods, but the badly worn one in my Sloper is two piece.

Thanks, Bevan

[craigc11g]

which model HP etc . its not listed as sloper in the parts book just models by HP , they did 5 all in one

[JulianS]

The 4.93 hp "Sloper" models were the S29 De Luxe side valve and the S29 OHV single and 2 port (not the Light or standard which had upright cylinders)

So part 25 4231, 11 17/64 inches.

[BEVANC]

Thanks folks, sorry I wasn't specific enough - it's a 4.93 hp ohv 500cc twin port, so looks like 11 17/64 ths may be it.
I've just bought some new silver steel rod which I'll need to cut to length. A bit reluctant to chop it in two unless there's a clear advantage. The inner of my main shaft feels a little bit notchy in places but the greased uncut rod seems to slide back and forward through it ok. Another question if anyone can tell me: should I make a radius on the ends to match the ball in the pressure plate, or leave the end flat ? Cheers, Bevan.