Thanks for all the replies. All input is appreciated
Cefnbike.... Thanks for the info, I have ordered a freewheel remover.
Mattsccm.... The amount that I would need to file away from the rear stays is too great.
Midlife.... Thanks ,I look forward to the results
glpinxit.... The washer that you can see on the non drive side is the needle washer. I don't think that I can swap that to the other side, can I?
The current freewheel has broken teeth so it definitely needs changing. The question is will I find a freewheel that fits or fits partially over the hub or will I need to replace the wheel :?:
Quick look and my mid 70's Campag hub / Regina 5 speed has 10 mm between the face of the small cog and the lock nut and my slightly later first gen Shimano hub and Shimano 5 speed is 7mm.