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S2 backplate

Posted: Mon Jan 23, 2012 6:29 pm
by onefortheroad
I replaced the weak front hub backplate on my S2 after reading a few horror stories on various forums.

I ordered an Innocenti one that looks like it may have come from a GP (I assume because it was painted original bright orange) or maybe a S3.

I got it repainted and fitted the brake shoes but I can't seem to fit the two retaining washers under the curclips as the pegs aren't as long as the s2 ones?

Any ideas?

Cheers

Danny

Re: S2 backplate

Posted: Tue Jan 24, 2012 2:35 pm
by Supereibar
Hello mate, GP's didn't use circlips, they use a W shaped spring instead, like this one:

http://www.scooterrestorations.com/lamb ... ng-spring/

Best,

J.

Re: S2 backplate

Posted: Tue Jan 24, 2012 7:53 pm
by onefortheroad
Ah that would explain it!?

Do I just ditch the two locating washers and use one of these instead?

It's the little things isn't it? Not long now and ill finally get to ride the old girl!

:-)

Re: S2 backplate

Posted: Wed Jan 25, 2012 12:21 am
by Supereibar
Hello mate, indeed, if it is a GP backplate, you shouldn't need it.

Best,

J.

Re: S2 backplate

Posted: Wed Jan 25, 2012 7:17 pm
by onefortheroad
Nice ill have a go at that

Cheers

Re: S2 backplate

Posted: Sun Feb 05, 2012 2:12 pm
by onefortheroad
Got the w clip last week and fitted (like a glove) today!

Another problem solved thanks to Scooterotica (and J!)

Cheers