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Identify these bikes! / Re: L'il Villiers
« on: August 07, 2026, 11:27:52 PM »
Looks more like a piece of angle steel welded to the down tube.
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British Bikes / Re: Troubleshooting a JAP Special
« on: August 06, 2026, 08:36:53 AM »
The Norma ones are just to show the type I use. They make them for use on car EFI systems so they can be got in smaller sizes.
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British Bikes / Re: Troubleshooting a JAP Special
« on: August 05, 2026, 11:09:03 PM »
I have been following your rebuild with interest, and would like to make one comment. The hose clamps you are using are squashing the crap out of the rubber hoses and I think maybe letting some drips of oil leak out. I always use the full band type on soft rubber hoses. Yes, they may be a few coins dearer to buy but they dont smash the hose and are easy to reuse.
https://valvewarehouseaustralia.com.au/products/norma-gbs-stainless-steel-hose-clamp-heavy-duty-t-bolt-w2
Enjoy the rest of the ride.
https://valvewarehouseaustralia.com.au/products/norma-gbs-stainless-steel-hose-clamp-heavy-duty-t-bolt-w2
Enjoy the rest of the ride.
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British Bikes / Re: My 1951 G2 Trials
« on: June 22, 2026, 08:04:39 AM »
Well update on the nuts. I could not find the correct sized bar at any of the local steel merchants, so even looking at internet sellers gave no joy. The price of a tap to use once or twice was prohibitive so I just counted up the number I needed and added then to my Hiscocks order. Still not cheap but will be the right size and should fit with no dramas.
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British Bikes / Re: My 1951 G2 Trials
« on: June 08, 2026, 11:08:28 PM »
Thanks for the replys. I looked at Nookys Nuts but the postage to Aus worked out to $25.00 for $7.00 of nuts. I think I will get a tap and die and some hex bar from steel suppliers and make my own.
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British Bikes / Re: My 1951 G2 Trials
« on: June 08, 2026, 12:03:11 AM »
Thanks for the replys. I have been looking at them (classic fasteners) and are a bit shocked at the prices ($2.70 each for plain zinc coated 3/8 nuts) compared to what I buy locally (either metric or unf/unc) for a dollar a handful. I guess that is the price of something rare. Was hoping to buy locally, or even in Aus, but the cost of postage is about the same from UK so will think some more. Other wise buy a tap and some hex bar and make my own.
This engine has been for a swim at one time and left with the water in it. My sandblaster is going to get a workout with this one.
This engine has been for a swim at one time and left with the water in it. My sandblaster is going to get a workout with this one.
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British Bikes / My 1951 G2 Trials
« on: June 07, 2026, 08:12:49 AM »
Have taken on the resarrection of a 350 Royal Enfield and has been robbed of most of the engine case nuts. Has anybody got any suggestion as to where to get nuts from in Australia for a reasonable price? Thanks.
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British Bikes / Re: Troubleshooting a JAP Special
« on: April 02, 2026, 11:01:56 PM »
Liking your work so far. My preference is for the Hylomar blue as have seen too much RTV stuck in oil galleries.
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British Bikes / Re: Whatsit?
« on: March 18, 2026, 10:05:14 PM »
Could it be the ring (with a spring) that holds the headlight bulb in place?
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British Bikes / Re: Waratah article
« on: March 18, 2026, 10:01:57 PM »
They have sent an update on the Phil Irving article.
https://mcusercontent.com/8d8ea490ca17c83e195d0d40f/files/80eebd3d-80f3-5f99-479a-5baeec168cb4/Phil_Irving.pdf?utm_source=Old+Bike+Mag&utm_campaign=079f4c2002-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2024_09_10_05_32_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-08fc9335e8-569925615&mc_cid=079f4c2002&mc_eid=fd765f182e
https://mcusercontent.com/8d8ea490ca17c83e195d0d40f/files/80eebd3d-80f3-5f99-479a-5baeec168cb4/Phil_Irving.pdf?utm_source=Old+Bike+Mag&utm_campaign=079f4c2002-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2024_09_10_05_32_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-08fc9335e8-569925615&mc_cid=079f4c2002&mc_eid=fd765f182e
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British Bikes / Re: Waratah article
« on: February 27, 2026, 09:08:46 PM »
Be interesting to see how the new bloke goes. Their proof reader is still on holiday.
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British Bikes / Re: Waratah article
« on: February 27, 2026, 08:58:17 PM »
Page 16, light history on one page with two pictures.
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British Bikes / Re: Enfield tank panel colour ?
« on: January 21, 2026, 10:12:01 PM »
I have been advised by senior members of this forum that Toyota Winsor Grey is a perfect match for the tank of my model G.
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British Bikes / Re: Troubleshooting a JAP Special
« on: June 05, 2025, 08:43:52 AM »
That No2 head has had a lot of time sent on it. Polishing ports may look good but does very little extra in an engine for a road bike.
The carb will be fine (unless you are going to run it on methonal and throw it sideways around a dirt oval) and the small step from 1 1/8 to 1 1/4 wont be noticable on the road and the step will actually help with fuel reversion at low revs. Keep up the good work and enjoy the bike.
The carb will be fine (unless you are going to run it on methonal and throw it sideways around a dirt oval) and the small step from 1 1/8 to 1 1/4 wont be noticable on the road and the step will actually help with fuel reversion at low revs. Keep up the good work and enjoy the bike.