Fixing the exhaust port on a Norton

[slowbutfurious]

Has anyone attempted to fix the exhaust port on a Norton? I'd really appreciate it if you could share what tools or materials I'll need. I'm hoping to tackle this project myself.

 

[MuscleDad]

Has anyone attempted to fix the exhaust port on a Norton? I'd really appreciate it if you could share what tools or materials I'll need. I'm hoping to tackle this project myself.

you need a lot of things, like spanner for the exhaust nuts, a repair insert (like a HE15 Dural insert), and possibly a thread repair kit

 

[LieuT]

Have you looked into whether you'll need any special gaskets or sealing materials for the exhaust port, or is it just about fixing the port itself?

 

[slimlinescrambler]

Been there, fixed that Norton exhaust port! If the threads are gone, get a bronze insert. You'll need a machine shop to bore the port and add threads for the insert.

If done well, it's a fix that lasts. Are your threads just loose, or totally shot? That'll tell you if you can fix them or need an insert ASAP.