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by paul d
Tue Jan 31, 2012 1:24 am
Forum: Vespa Tech
Topic: DIY PX200 engine rebuild
Replies: 13
Views: 6087

Re: DIY PX200 engine rebuild

I agree with hobospeed . I doubt a full engine strip is required . You could spend alot of time replacing clutch parts or you could just buy a new genuine one complete . What year is your px ?
by paul d
Thu Jan 26, 2012 10:31 am
Forum: Lambretta Tech
Topic: sip performer tyres
Replies: 8
Views: 4016

Re: sip performer tyres

They are a very tight fit on the rims unless they've changed in the last year . Character building getting them to fit !
by paul d
Sat Sep 17, 2011 1:18 am
Forum: Vespa Tech
Topic: T5 HEAT SEIZED
Replies: 4
Views: 1897

Re: T5 HEAT SEIZED

Do you know why your oil pump failed ? I wonder was there alot of play in your main bearing and did it cause the pump cog to have an issue ? The other thing about a worn main bearing is that it can damage the oil seal on the clutch side and make it go walkabout . If your fan has alot of movement whe...
by paul d
Sat Sep 17, 2011 1:10 am
Forum: Vespa Tech
Topic: t5 tuning
Replies: 5
Views: 1759

Re: t5 tuning

The cheapest speed improvement would be a 21 tooth clutch . 5% extra top speed .
by paul d
Wed Jul 27, 2011 1:18 am
Forum: Vespa Tech
Topic: vespa px gerchange
Replies: 10
Views: 3230

Re: vespa px gerchange

I'd put money on it being a cable problem . Often when they start to fray they work great in one direction but not the other .

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