1930 v twin engine part name?

Information relating to Matchless and AJS Models built prior to 1939
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bluebenz1
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1930 v twin engine part name?

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Hi all, on a (but not exclusive to) AJS R2 100cc, what is the dalek looking cap thing next to the spark plug called?
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I assume its the exhaust valve cap, the sparkplug sits in the inlet one, I believe it can either be a hollow hex plug like the inlet or a tapered fin type to disperse heat.
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Yup that’s the one, exhaust valve cap, cheers
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