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by chrisM
Wed Apr 16, 2014 9:44 am
Forum: Vespa Tech
Topic: t5 mk 1 rev counter help
Replies: 7
Views: 3965

Re: t5 mk 1 rev counter help

On a very lucky day mine does work ... for some time.

I have a friend who claims his rev counter is working without problems at all ... his T 5 hasn't left the garage in the last 5 years or so ;) .
by chrisM
Wed Apr 16, 2014 9:38 am
Forum: Vespa Tech
Topic: Superstrong Cosa clutch
Replies: 7
Views: 4031

Re: Superstrong Cosa clutch

I fitted the BGM Superstrong last year. Although I just have an untuned standard engine I'm very happy with it's smooth operation. And I guess it would cope quite well with much more powerful engines.
by chrisM
Tue Mar 18, 2014 3:14 pm
Forum: Vespa Tech
Topic: spark plug colour
Replies: 11
Views: 4530

Re: spark plug colour

@ Goldeneye

Would you recommend to run the 9er iridium plug even in a standard P 2 engine (with BGM big box)?

Cheers, Chris
by chrisM
Sat Mar 15, 2014 8:00 am
Forum: Vespa Tech
Topic: Holes in new PX air filter
Replies: 3
Views: 1783

Re: Holes in new PX air filter

Just wondering, did the (Piaggio) dealer sell me a Cosa air filter then or do all new 200 filter come with these holes now?
by chrisM
Wed Mar 12, 2014 12:46 pm
Forum: Vespa Tech
Topic: Holes in new PX air filter
Replies: 3
Views: 1783

Holes in new PX air filter

Just bought a new Piaggio air filter for the PX 200 and it came with two holes in it's base (over both jets), where my old (original) filter had none.

Should I adjust the jets (and if so, in which way)? The cylinder is the standard cast iron, unported/unfettled with.

Cheers, Chris
by chrisM
Wed Feb 12, 2014 3:52 pm
Forum: Vespa Tech
Topic: BGM Big Box
Replies: 15
Views: 10109

Re: BGM Big Box

Despite the price the S-Box was on my radar as well. But if I interpret the description on their webside right it's more designed for kitted/tuned engines?
by chrisM
Wed Feb 12, 2014 12:20 pm
Forum: Tech FAQ
Topic: Check new exhaust for leaks
Replies: 7
Views: 2867

Check new exhaust for leaks

What is the best way to check a brand new exhaust for leaks (untidy welding) BEFORE fitting and test riding it? Does simply filling it with water work (without causing any damage)? The exhaust in mind would be a Vespa box-type.

Cheers, Chris
by chrisM
Tue Feb 11, 2014 7:31 pm
Forum: Vespa Tech
Topic: BGM Big Box
Replies: 15
Views: 10109

BGM Big Box

Does anyone here drive the BGM Big Box on a standard P2 engine?

The test in Scootering sounded quite impressive. Or did anyone here face any problems (fitting/build quality)?

Cheers, Chris
by chrisM
Thu Feb 28, 2013 10:39 am
Forum: Vespa Tech
Topic: t5 problems
Replies: 18
Views: 5546

Re: t5 problems

Maybe the 3 plate clutch is a bit stressed with the increased power of your engine? As the genuine Piaggio 4 plate clutches seem to have their issues too maybe you want to think about a BGM one? I fitted one to my (standard) P2 engine and although I didn't do a lot miles so far the feel (and ease of...
by chrisM
Thu Feb 21, 2013 10:47 am
Forum: Vespa Tech
Topic: px200 polini venturi air intake,anyone fitted one
Replies: 13
Views: 7792

Re: px200 polini venturi air intake,anyone fitted one

Ducksta, do you run your scooter with the engine panel fitted? If so, do you notice any difference on a long(ish) run, when your carb sucks the preheated air? And did the foamfilter ever come loose?