anthonym Posted August 20, 2006 Share Posted August 20, 2006 Is there a solution besides the nosecone screws for securing it? Like butterfly nosecone screws, or something? Constantly grovelling on ground is getting a bit much, in all weathers as I have to keep checking water pending leak being fixed. Anthony, not your average gypsy. Edited by - anthonym on 20 Aug 2006 13:50:31 Edited by - anthonym on 21 Aug 2006 17:10:43 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Normans_Ghost Posted August 20, 2006 Share Posted August 20, 2006 Two ideas. Change to the "D" headed dtuz fastner or ..... Leave them off altogether. Ive been driving with one top fastner for about 3 years now - no problems. Norman Verona, 1989 BDR 220bhp, Reg: B16BDR, Mem No 2166, the full story here You and your seven to The French Blatting Company Limited Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myles Posted August 20, 2006 Share Posted August 20, 2006 I gave up early on in my ownership - the bottom fasteners kept rattling-free. I suppose I should have tried to resolve the issue, but the nose never threatened to make a bid for freedom with the upper two in place (and the bonnet as an extra clamp). The newer noses wrap underneath the lower mounting plates (rather than sitting on top of them) and IMHO the fasteners are a complete waste of time in this configuration. Project Scope-Creep is live... Alcester Racing 7's Equipe - 🙆🏻™ Alcester-Racing-Sevens.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim_H Posted August 20, 2006 Share Posted August 20, 2006 I know loads of people run without them (because of the grovelling around you mentioned.) . - me excluded. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frying Pan Posted August 20, 2006 Share Posted August 20, 2006 On the newer style fibrglass nosecones (the ones that cover the front lower wishbone bolts), the nose makes a horrible rattle if it is not fastened at the bottom... They are a bitch to get to though, so a better solution would be welcome Guy See some pictures of the build here. 10000 miles completed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myles Posted August 20, 2006 Share Posted August 20, 2006 I found that the lower mounting plates are quite flexible - if you've got a problem with rattling, bend them down a bit. Actually, get an aeroscreen - you won't be able to hear that kind of thing from then on... Project Scope-Creep is live... Alcester Racing 7's Equipe - 🙆🏻™ Alcester-Racing-Sevens.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frying Pan Posted August 20, 2006 Share Posted August 20, 2006 Aeroscreen - want to try one now See some pictures of the build here. 10000 miles completed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Area Representative paul richards Posted August 20, 2006 Area Representative Share Posted August 20, 2006 Used to use a washer to undo the dzus fasteners. Decided to solder a washer in permanently. Much easier, but had to take off the dzus fasters to do it and then re rivet them on, but well worth it. Paul Richards Joint AO - L.A.D.S. (Lancashire and District Sevens) Growing old is compulsory - Growing up is optional Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom_C Posted August 20, 2006 Share Posted August 20, 2006 My 05 spec car has wingnut dzus on the lower fixings as standard, they're a much smaller diameter than the old ones though, as I found when I ordered some replacements and got the wrong ones. Cheers Tom FH54WLX - only the car supports ManU, honest! see here - UPDATED Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alextangent Posted August 21, 2006 Share Posted August 21, 2006 Used to use a washer to undo the dzus fasteners. A penny is a perfect fit. Cheap too 😬 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anthonym Posted August 21, 2006 Author Share Posted August 21, 2006 I have a stubby screwdriver bought and kept in the car for the purpose, the problem is I cannot see the slot without looking, that means eyes to ground level, hence the "grovel", and putting them back in is even worse as I can't do it by feel alone with my fingers. Also when it's dark or low light I can't see anyway even if I look. Anthony, not your average gypsy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howard R Posted August 21, 2006 Share Posted August 21, 2006 cable ties work fine and allow the nose to hinge open like a bonnet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anthonym Posted August 21, 2006 Author Share Posted August 21, 2006 ooh... that's out of the box... Anthony, not your average gypsy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anthonym Posted August 21, 2006 Author Share Posted August 21, 2006 how do you stop the cable ties tightening too much? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howard R Posted August 21, 2006 Share Posted August 21, 2006 erm - you tighten them fairly tight, they don't tighten up any more You may need a few trial and error sesions to get the right position of cable ties - listen out for creaking fibre glass ❗ BE CAREFULL - not to scratch the headlights with the top nose dzus fasteners - as the nose will hinge quite far forward (note small headlamps fitted) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Normans_Ghost Posted August 21, 2006 Share Posted August 21, 2006 I have a 2p piece with one side ground down to make a wide screwdriver ans a hole in the other to fit it on my keyring. Only problem is that car is now keyless.............. Norman Verona, 1989 BDR 220bhp, Reg: B16BDR, Mem No 2166, the full story here You and your seven to The French Blatting Company Limited Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anthonym Posted August 21, 2006 Author Share Posted August 21, 2006 priceless 😬 and: I have big lights, so quite right by implication, nosecone won't swing.. Edited by - anthonym on 21 Aug 2006 17:47:22 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OAP Posted August 21, 2006 Share Posted August 21, 2006 Anyone tried glueing a coin in the slot? Seems to me this would save groveling under the car to look for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anthonym Posted August 21, 2006 Author Share Posted August 21, 2006 I've just had a chat with Kelly at US Customer Service for Southco here http://www.southco.com/product/class.aspx?cid=7438 I duly explained Europe and UK have now finished work. Very helpful. I'm exploring their products to identify existing fasteners and choose replacements. BB anyone? (I'm kidding) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anthonym Posted August 21, 2006 Author Share Posted August 21, 2006 can anyone give me the diameter of the standard dzus screw please? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anthonym Posted August 21, 2006 Author Share Posted August 21, 2006 0r even figure out which one it is on the site. This thread here is same topic EHF5-65. I wondering if 65 is product line, as 85 is one. Edited by - anthonym on 21 Aug 2006 19:33:28 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anthonym Posted August 21, 2006 Author Share Posted August 21, 2006 dzus manufacturer http://www.dfcis.com/ here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anthonym Posted August 21, 2006 Author Share Posted August 21, 2006 HERE WE GO, THE ORIGINAL DZUS here http://www.dfcis.com/st-1200calc.html There are eight items, scroll down a bit to see all 8. Item 2 row one, flush slotted seems to be the one I /we have. I fancy something from row two, Ring Wing or Knurled - any thoughts? Anthony, your average gypsy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bilbo Posted August 22, 2006 Share Posted August 22, 2006 Well as an alternative the HEX is interesting at least it would allow you to twist the allen key to locate it on the spring. 'Can you hear me running' ......... OH YES and its music to my ears 😬 😬 😬 1988 200 bhp, 146 ft lbs, 1700cc Cosworth BD? engineered by Roger King, on Weber's with Brooklands and Clamshell wings, Freestyle Motorsport suspension. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anthonym Posted August 22, 2006 Author Share Posted August 22, 2006 I've been wondering about the knurled one, no tools necessary and nothing sticky outy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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