I asked the same question when I was recommissioning my 38 around 3 yrs ago. The only plausible explanation is to help against vibration fractures but ...not convinced. I made exact copies anyway just in case.

"sigh". Buyers remorse, sellers remorse.. Really did miss this old beast, coincidentally new owner couldn't get on with the old beast, something about 12mpg........ :confused: Negotiated a deal and picked her back up. absolutely filthy...

So the next job began today to change the rear brake pipes from the calliper hoses along with the hoses , pads and discs. Whilst attempting to fabricate replacements for the rear pipes I wondered why they are such a complex shape with tight...

Had the hose and extension lead out for mixing cement, when I finished that job, as the sun is shining today I jet washed the mud & mold off both P38's. They are not clean, just a good deal less dirty.