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General Discussion / Carb drain leaking.

« on: July 20, 2018, 10:34:29 am »

The float bowl drain on one of my Khein carbs is leaking, despite the tapered screw being tight.
No doubt due to them being 30 years old, and me utilizing them several times lately to drain some fuel through to get the bike started.

I think I understand the mechanics. Could it be possible that the point is “bottoming out” before the taper seals? Anyone come across this?

I’m thinking the O ring shouldn’t play any part in the sealing process?

For tomorrow’s racing, I’m thinking of plugging the drain (sealed drain tube). Can’t see a problem with this.

I’ll have to dig deep into the road racer to pull the carbs (again). If the “seat” it damaged is it possible to repair?

Thanks for any comments/assistance.

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General Discussion / Maintenance fuel tank

« on: June 21, 2018, 08:37:13 am »

I’m playing around with my old 4 cylinder street bike.
I’m up to the part where I run it up to normal operating temperature and then run it at 1750rpm with no fuel tank in order to access/synchronize the carbs.

Looking around for a little “tank” I had an epiphany: I went to the local mower shop and paid $10 (everyone happy) for a tank off an old whipper snipper. Seems perfect.
(I’d previously tried to buy a tank for a model plane/car, but most are electric now, and the outlet wouldn’t be the perfect size....)

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General Discussion / RIP Eric Geboers

« on: May 07, 2018, 06:23:37 pm »

From another website. Assuming the sad news is true.
Another legend of the sport gone too soon.

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General Discussion / Toll Warning $$$

« on: April 12, 2018, 10:07:10 pm »

Heads up.

I, like many, have a “toll pass”. It auto renews on my credit card.
I, like many, am a bit slack on checking what they are charging me for.

Recently, I checked my “trip history”. Interestingly my privately registered Transit van had been charged as a “Car”, a “Light Commercial”, and most disturbingly “Heavy Commercial” ($23.97 for one toll). All in one trip!

Looks like I’ll be in for some refunds (after I prove it is registered privately).

Incompetent at best, deliberate fraud most likely.

Worth checking

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General Discussion / Steve McQueen rates the bikes of ‘66

« on: November 19, 2017, 11:37:30 am »

Might be of interest to some.
I wish there was more of the original article.

https://www.revzilla.com/common-tread/how-good-were-the-original-scramblers-the-top-six-models-from-1966-as-tested-by-steve-mcqueen?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=11/18/2017%20-%20CT&utm_term=Common%20Tread%20%7C%20Combined

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Tech Talk / Engineering idea (help me out)

« on: July 17, 2017, 12:54:05 pm »

I'm building a roof rack on my Transit Van. (VMX hauler)

The problem is the "pads"on the roof where the rack bolts  are slightly angled.
The uprights I've made are 65x65mm. To get them vertical I need something tapered under them.
Alloy plate 65x65 tapering from 1mm on one edge, to 5mm on the other edge would be perfect, but short of getting them machined as custom parts I can't source anything like that.

Whatever solution I use has to be able to take a little weight.

I need 10 for the 5 crossbars.

Any ideas gurus?

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Competition / Classic Dirt 13 - June 9/10/11 2017

« on: May 13, 2017, 07:49:21 pm »

I've got my leave approved, and entered on line.
(Not so bad. Need all the usual stuff. Inc Doctors details, etc, etc, etc.)

Always a great weekend.
Husqvarna test rides this year apparently.

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eBay Finds / NOS '73 Elsinore tank

« on: May 12, 2017, 11:42:34 pm »

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1973-1974-Honda-CR250M-Elsinore-new-NOS-gas-tank-/132188304874

Expensive, but they ain't making anymore.

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Suzuki / DG swingarm RM125 A/B for sale in US (link)

« on: May 09, 2017, 07:55:27 pm »

Could interest someone.
No price.
As mentioned- very rare

http://www.vitalmx.com/forums/Old-School-Moto,22/DG-swingarm-Suzuki-rm125-A-B-1976-77,1319242

Nothing to do with me.

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General Discussion / John Surtees RIP

« on: March 11, 2017, 01:43:11 pm »

Just read the sad news.
The only man to win 500GP and F1 world championships. A feat unlikely to be repeated.

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For Sale / Yamaha IT175H

« on: December 09, 2016, 06:36:30 pm »

Listing for a friend.
I actually bought this bike as a deceased estate.
It was well used, but pretty complete and original.
I had the common delusions of motivation.
The only time I touched it for a few years was to roll it out of the way.

My friend offered to buy it, if it would start. Who knows how long since it had run, not in the 2? Years I'd had it. A cup of premix and about 3 kicks and away it went!

He has fitted new tires, a new air filter (I think) changed the oil (I think) and ridden up and down the street a few times. (Outstanding motivation when contrasted with my ownership period.)

Now for sale again. I think it would be a good buy for the right person.


http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Yamaha-IT175H-Complete-Starts-and-rides-Includes-empty-tool-bag-new-tyres-/152345804062?

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General Discussion / Things have changed

« on: November 13, 2016, 10:19:00 am »

In my hey day this shot would have been the most incredible "crash and burn" picture ever!
(Remember "crash and burn": the last page of MX Action each month)
Now it's a successful trick!

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General Discussion / Works bike stories

« on: February 11, 2016, 03:23:20 pm »

This looks like it might interest some of you guys.

http://www.mxworksbike.com/index.php/history/mx-history/136-finding-joel-robert-s-1972-world-championship-suzuki

Sorry if it's old news.

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Foto Forum / Back in the day

« on: December 21, 2015, 08:35:41 pm »

Skypig in 1977


1979


Lake Maquarie Mini Bike and Cycle Training Association
(Lakes)

Yeah, I've been cleaning up my mezzanine.
(I developed and printed these pics, as well as staring in them  )

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General Discussion / Sunshine Coast Toy Run

« on: December 06, 2015, 01:32:42 pm »

Always a laugh, and excuse to take my "Vinduro" on an urban cruise. 50km this year.
(So slow, even Harleys pass me in the 100 zones!)

Presents donated to the Salvos.



Anyone know what a safe cylinder head temp is on a CT110 engine?
I never should have fitted a cylinder head temp gauge. (Or digital tach, shift lights etc either, probably....)