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Re: what problems are most common building a lambretta gp
Posted: Tue Dec 29, 2015 4:48 pm
by HxPaul
Try to find a scooter shop nearby that sells the parts you need,that way you can return them if they dont fit.This saves you accumulating rubbish,not to mention saving money.
Re: what problems are most common building a lambretta gp
Posted: Tue Dec 29, 2015 5:08 pm
by stroutsy
what parts most commonly don't fit?
Re: what problems are most common building a lambretta gp
Posted: Tue Dec 29, 2015 5:40 pm
by LI150
I am just finishing doing this and I would not choose to do it again.
As said its best to buy from good dealers and dry fit everything. The reason I would not do it again is the cost of all the small things. For example the internals of the headset, can't remember exact cost but it's expensive. Forks also, links springs rods etc.
I will do another resto at some point as I'm now onto number 4 and enjoy doing it but next one for me will be a complete scooter with all the body work.
Re: what problems are most common building a lambretta gp
Posted: Tue Dec 29, 2015 5:43 pm
by bristolmod
stroutsy wrote:what parts most commonly don't fit?
most of them.
Re: what problems are most common building a lambretta gp
Posted: Tue Dec 29, 2015 6:06 pm
by 22/2
Handle bars, top and headlight rim, difficult to get three to match up nicely, right on the top of the bike, difficult to hide if they are not nice.
Dry build is essential, as is ensuring the frame is straight to put all the bodywork onto, you don't want to find something out of line after it's all been painted, make sure the stand strut is strengthened and straight.
Use the manual and build from the rear floor boards back up to the leg shields to get the best gaps, you shouldn't have any trouble with tank air box, tool box etc, engine should be no problems at all.
Re: what problems are most common building a lambretta gp
Posted: Tue Dec 29, 2015 9:17 pm
by chippy
LI150 wrote:I am just finishing doing this and I would not choose to do it again.
As said its best to buy from good dealers and dry fit everything. The reason I would not do it again is the cost of all the small things. For example the internals of the headset, can't remember exact cost but it's expensive. Forks also, links springs rods etc.
I will do another resto at some point as I'm now onto number 4 and enjoy doing it but next one for me will be a complete scooter with all the body work.
Couldn't agree more. This is first time I have not bought a complete bike to do and its a nightmare. Finding decent bodywork is near impossible.
Re: what problems are most common building a lambretta gp
Posted: Tue Dec 29, 2015 9:27 pm
by Meds
Here is some advice I was given and some I have worked out for myself.
Headset top/bottom and rim,try and buy a complete set as said previously
The side panel fit is completely unadjustable so that's your starting point, everything else has some adjustment.
Buy a decent set of rubbers for the bodywork, they will help everything else fit
Find a dealer or dealers you can trust and use them.
You will have to fettle almost everything
Re: what problems are most common building a lambretta gp
Posted: Wed Dec 30, 2015 12:39 am
by scooterslag
You're get days when you'll feel taking a hammer to it, but persevere - it will be worth it. Yep good dealers, ask lots of questions on forums, buy Sticky's book and you'd be fine. Good luck and enjoy. Paul
Re: what problems are most common building a lambretta gp
Posted: Wed Dec 30, 2015 1:09 am
by alanscottj
Buy a Dremel, a proper one not a cheap Chinese one. You'll need one.
As has already been suggested, don't buy cheap (as they say, buy cheap, buy twice) buy the best you can afford.
Ask lots of questions on here
Re: what problems are most common building a lambretta gp
Posted: Wed Dec 30, 2015 4:15 pm
by stroutsy
cheers for the heads up guys, seen a lot of dremels being used in build and it seems like a very useful tool so i will definitely be investing in one