Dzus fastener
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If you mean on the indent on the left cover, I believe it was only the Mk2a and the Mk III.
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Mk1A and Mk2A, not MK3 Roadster.
The Mk3 Interstate panel had the indent but not the Dzus.
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'69 & '70 'S' & Roadster with the ham can oil tank had a captive metal Dzus fastener (06-2489) attached to the frame with a circlip, holding the RH panel via a bracket riveted on the front of the panel.
From '71 this moved to the LHS with the introduction of the RHS oil tank, and remained until the 'A' model 850 & MkIII, as already covered by LAB.
The early Fastback used a plastic Rotolock screw for the LH panel, which was similar-ish to the half-turn plastic screw (06-6435) on the 'A' and Mk 3 models, which is described as a 'fastener' in the parts book, and strictly speaking not a Dzus fastener.
From '71 this moved to the LHS with the introduction of the RHS oil tank, and remained until the 'A' model 850 & MkIII, as already covered by LAB.
The early Fastback used a plastic Rotolock screw for the LH panel, which was similar-ish to the half-turn plastic screw (06-6435) on the 'A' and Mk 3 models, which is described as a 'fastener' in the parts book, and strictly speaking not a Dzus fastener.
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The correct Mk3 Dzus parts are 06.6307* and 06.6435 not 06.2489 which was not used on the Mk3 and that's why you can't find it.
If you have a side panel with that type of fastener then it's not original (presumably because the original black plastic airbox has been removed as the Dzus bracket is attached to the airbox?).
*(Andover Norton shows the correct receptacle but the part number is 06.4066 according to the Mk3 parts book, 06.6307 is the Mk1A/2A type but it could be the parts book number that's wrong).
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Someone has done a precise job on this one. Seems then that the fastener on mine is from a 70 roadster ? Fooled me as it all looks factory designed and manufactured. Is this bracket off another commando ? Roy.
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That fastener lasted until the 850 Mk2. The bracket is available now as a separate part.
Andover Norton - FRONT BRACKET FOR GRP LEFT SIDE COVER (ROADSTER) - 06.1688
FRONT BRACKET FOR GRP LEFT SIDE COVER (ROADSTER)
andover-norton.co.uk
I can't tell from the pictures if it's a modified Mk3 panel or an earlier panel. An original Mk3 panel would have one hole in the top (for the Dzus), one at the rear (for the pin) and a lug at the bottom for the rubber grommet (same as the oil tank panel).
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In that case it would have two support bracket holes and grommets at the rear (as your later picture shows two brackets). The Mk3 panel only has one.
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Not sure if your'e aware, but the rubbers on the spikes in your photos should be inserted into the rear of the side cover. That is how it is located.
I have found a little lubricant on the spikes makes it easier the install/remove the side cover.
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No, the head of the grommet should still be on the outside of the panel but note that the grommets are the type for fibreglass panels.
Metal panels use a different grommet.
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It's the fibreglass grommets and panels that I have. See what difference it would make. Mine seems right for its fitment however It's not the correct side cover or fitment. Ps, It had twin amals whenI got it. I just took out the airbox etc. Sidepanel is as was. Factory using up leftovers ? It's been known. Roy. It fits and looks perfectly.
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No, I don't think so. It is more likely to have been a previous owner's modification.
Look for the bracket or rivet holes in the old airbox if you still have it.
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Is it a steel panel you have? Roy.
