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- Mon Jun 08, 2020 4:13 pm
- Forum: Lambretta Tech
- Topic: Bloody lights !
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3874
Re: Bloody lights !
Check your earths. There should be an earth from the bulb case to the frame somehow. Often it's a wire from the bulb holder to one of the screws that hold the control rods. Commenting on wiring is a minefield. Fundamentally, you should have a wire that runs from your regulator to your headset, to th...
- Mon Jun 08, 2020 4:02 pm
- Forum: Lambretta Tech
- Topic: At Last!
- Replies: 7
- Views: 5610
At Last!
Since I fitted an iron 175 kit on my Series 3 Li, I've struggled to get the carburation right. I have a similar set up on my chop, and with a PWK copy, it runs pretty nicely. But it runs open mouthed. The Li I wanted to run through the airbox so I had a Sh1/20 carb. Never could get it to run clean, ...
- Mon Jun 01, 2020 10:48 am
- Forum: Lambretta Tech
- Topic: Suzuki 190
- Replies: 18
- Views: 9000
Re: Suzuki 190
cheapest bang for bucks,200 barrell and piston,machine spigot to suit 150 casing,drill out one of the cylinder holes,and you can squeeze them on after fettling gaskets etc What used to be known as a 'baby 200'. Definitely maximum result for minimum effort. I started down this route, but finding an ...
- Thu May 28, 2020 11:37 am
- Forum: General Scooter Chat
- Topic: Stainless steel fuel tank
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3711
Re: Stainless steel fuel tank
I can't imagine there's a problem between the stainless steel and the fuel - stainless steel tanks have been used on boats for decades.
But polished ones that haven't been cleaned properly of polishing powder? I can see that being a problem.
But polished ones that haven't been cleaned properly of polishing powder? I can see that being a problem.
- Thu May 21, 2020 12:43 pm
- Forum: Lambretta Tech
- Topic: Lambretta Speedo Cable
- Replies: 5
- Views: 4043
Re: Lambretta Speedo Cable
Keep it well lubricated. If the plastic outer casing cracks, water will get in (if you ride in the wet) and it'll corrode pretty quick.
Oil or grease? I don't know. Oil is usually best for cables, but a good synthetic grease may help it corroding, but it may also add a bit too much drag
Oil or grease? I don't know. Oil is usually best for cables, but a good synthetic grease may help it corroding, but it may also add a bit too much drag
- Thu May 21, 2020 12:02 pm
- Forum: Lambretta Tech
- Topic: Suzuki 190
- Replies: 18
- Views: 9000
Re: Suzuki 190
Yeah, the transfers are bigger than an Li barrel. Also I think there's less machining due to the height of the ports. Your quote is about the same as what I got including a crank and the work. The Suzuki 190 is a traditional conversion, but they have a reputation for running hot. Jetting can be a ga...
- Wed May 20, 2020 7:57 pm
- Forum: Lambretta Tech
- Topic: Suzuki 190
- Replies: 18
- Views: 9000
Re: Suzuki 190
I went down this path, even to the point of getting a TV175 barrel. The TV175 barrel is the best option as the transfer ports are bigger than most barrels and it needs less topping and tailing. If you really decide to do it, try and get Harry Barlow to do it, he's the most enthusiastic. Bear in mind...
- Wed May 20, 2020 2:56 pm
- Forum: Standard Scoots & Restorations
- Topic: Complete Cable sets
- Replies: 2
- Views: 3152
Re: Complete Cable sets
Either buy cheap ones and keep them well lubricated with light oil such as 3 in 1, or buy the lined ones. My personal opinion is that cables are cables and back in the day people travelled thousands of miles using basic cables. You're more likely to have a spare if you by the cheap ones! Whatever yo...
- Wed May 20, 2020 1:19 pm
- Forum: Lambretta Tech
- Topic: Lambretta frame
- Replies: 0
- Views: 4631
Lambretta frame
Where can I find a Lambretta frame? I'm looking for a cut or hoopless frame. A V5 would be nice as would some forks. Can anyone recommend someone?
I'm also after some Model C/D bits. I'm finding the best people to trade with are the ones that don't advertise!
I'm also after some Model C/D bits. I'm finding the best people to trade with are the ones that don't advertise!
- Mon Sep 23, 2019 4:08 pm
- Forum: Lambretta Tech
- Topic: GT186 revs Question
- Replies: 31
- Views: 11835
Re: GT186 revs Question
Check the alignment of the pick up coil to the flywheel tangs. If they are out of alignment it won't rev higher than about 6000 rpm. By alignment I mean along the crank axis - in towards the engine, or out towards the flywheel. It's useful to mark the pickup and tangs with tippex so you can see if t...