matchless G9

[anjimehra]

Hi!
I own a Matcless G9 which Iam restoring in Pune, India.
Itis a 1955 model, engine no: 55G9 24265

Need info on the pressure release valve at the clutch end of the crank. This is screwed into the cush drive nut.
I found bits of broken spring & a badly corroded steel ball. Does someone have an exploded view of this assembly & spring & ball details. There appears to be a missing item as cannot assemble it as is.
Thanks, Anji Mehra

[L.A.B.]

The 1955 parts lists shows a small diaphragm (part 016676) and spring, and not a ball bearing:

[anjimehra]

Thanks very much for the info. Much appreciated. One  more query though:
If the plate 016676 fits into 016673, with the spring hoding it down, why is there a hole at the outside end of 016674, as there are small holes drilled on the OD of 016674 just below the hexagon . Iam just making sure I dont trash the big ends & mains after start up.
Is there any site from which I can download the manual?
Take care, Anji

[L.A.B.]

I am sorry but I am unable to give any information as my knowledge of AJS/Matchless motorcycles is rather limited, so I suggest that you join the Yahoo AJS Matchless group where you will probably be able to get more information and download the manual and parts list that you need.

http://www.freewebs.com/ajsmatchless/amcservicedirectory.htm

Also there is the AJS Matchless Owners Club:
http://www.jampot.com/