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Spring pin on kickstart - 1974 Mk3
Posted: Sun Feb 14, 2021 2:43 pm
by Dodge
I have just sent the kickstart from my 1974 239Mk3 off for re-chroming. To dismantle it prior to dispatch, I had to destroy the spring pin that holds the folding bit onto the kickstart lever. (I don't see a part number on the diagram that I have). It's a tiny part and I only need one! I found a supplier on-line but I don't know the exact size and I would have to buy 50 of them. Any help much appreciated.
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Roger
Re: Spring pin on kickstart - 1974 Mk3
Posted: Sun Feb 14, 2021 2:55 pm
by Duccout
Have a look on eBay, they are called roll pins. Do you have a decent car spares shop near you? They usually stock them and you can take your old one in and match it up.
Re: Spring pin on kickstart - 1974 Mk3
Posted: Sun Feb 14, 2021 4:51 pm
by Dodge
Unfortunately the pin was completely destroyed. I had to drill it out. I know that the pin diameter is critical if it is to be a good fit.
Re: Spring pin on kickstart - 1974 Mk3
Posted: Sun Feb 14, 2021 9:31 pm
by themoudie
Aye Dodge,
At the moment these stainless steel roll-pins are being advertised on eBay under Lot No.:
232242825582Buying a pack of 5 doesn't look expensive to me!
Good health, Bill
Re: Spring pin on kickstart - 1974 Mk3
Posted: Mon Feb 15, 2021 10:31 am
by Dodge
Thanks Bill,
I didn't know what they were called and was searching for the wrong thing

I will order some allen bolts at the same time. That fastener company seems to have a wide range of stock and is OK about dispatching small quantities.
Roger
Re: Spring pin on kickstart - 1974 Mk3
Posted: Mon Feb 15, 2021 11:54 am
by themoudie
Aye Roger,
Whilst he may not be the cheapest, he is happy to supply small quantities and 'one of's', try INOX Fasteners:
INOX_FASTENERSGood health, Bill