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British Bikes / Re: 1946 Ariel Red Hunter 350 Twin Port
« on: November 25, 2010, 08:34:26 AM »
G'day Mark,
The frame and engine numbers you quote are correct for a 1945 - 1947 Ariel 350 cc as per the literature I have. It doesn't differentiate the years. However, given that we were still at war in 1945 it is unlikely your redhunter is from this year as they were still making WNG's or the military version of the 350 at this time.
If your bike has girders, and I think it has from memory, then it is a '46 as they went to the "new"tele forks sometime in '46.
I hope you are bringing your Ariel to the annual Ariel register rally at Euroa, Vic on 29/4 to 1/5 2011 although it would be a long journey from WA!
Cheers,

John.

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British Bikes / Re: Sturmey Archer Gearbox Codes
« on: May 25, 2009, 12:03:37 PM »
Another photo attached for identification of Chris' box.

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British Bikes / Re: Sturmey Archer Gearbox Codes
« on: May 25, 2009, 12:01:04 PM »
Can anyone help Chris from South Africa in identifying his Sturmey Archer box and its applications.
Casting # LS 385 on the main case and # 9192 on the side cover. Please see attached photo's.
Many thanks.

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British Bikes / Re: Sturmey Archer Gearbox Codes
« on: April 01, 2009, 12:51:30 PM »
Thanks very much Christian.
Regards,

John.

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British Bikes / Re: Sturmey Archer Gearbox Codes
« on: March 18, 2009, 09:42:25 AM »
Thanks for your comments and photo Dave. Your correct - I've never seen an LS box on ebay. Incidently, how's the "Black Ariel " book coming along?
Does anyone have an LS 'box lying about as a door stop that they would like to sell?
To answer your much earlier question 33d6(sorry for the delay!), yes I'm also in Godzone - BrizVegas that is. Please feel free to email me on arielhunter@hotmail.com.
Cheers,

John.

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British Bikes / Re: Sturmey Archer Gearbox Codes
« on: February 07, 2009, 02:20:18 AM »
G'day 33d6,
Thank you for your further responses.
I went back to the dealer yesterday and scrutinised the box I was looking to purchase.
Under a magnifying glass (literally) the serial numbers appear to be LW 314830 I think although its not very clear. The 3 looks like it was stamped over the W making it look a bit like an S to the naked and ever hopeful eye!
Looking futher at the box it is clear it's not an LS as its configuration means it is a hanging box and therefore not correct for a 1930 Ariel. Oh well - back the search again!!
I would however be interested to know what you think and if you could date the box for me please.
Many thanks.
Regards,

John.

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British Bikes / Re: Sturmey Archer Gearbox Codes
« on: January 28, 2009, 10:40:23 PM »
Thanks very much 33d6 for all that info. I really appreciate the help.
The gearbox serial numbers are LS 14830 and it is alleged it came out of a 1931 Ariel. Thanks again. Regards, John.

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British Bikes / Sturmey Archer Gearbox Codes
« on: January 27, 2009, 11:16:45 AM »
Can anyone help me with Sturmey Archer Gearbox codes. I am looking for the correct gearbox for my 1930 Ariel basket case. The Ariel catalogue calls it an LS Sturmey Archer gearbox. I have located a gearbox with the serial number LS ....... Does this mean it is a 3 speed LS model gearbox?? Many thanks for your advice.

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