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The Classic Biker Bar / Re: My New Blog
« on: May 02, 2006, 07:54:59 PM »
Hi Warren,

looks like you've done a superb job on the Brough.  Do you make these specifically to order?  In my dreams...

Pete

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Identify these bikes! / Re: can u identify this bike ?
« on: January 03, 2007, 04:03:26 PM »
Motomartin,
patience is a virtue...!    ;)

I suspect the reason that nobody has answered is that nobody has the answer....

And, yes in my experience, people do read this forum - including some extremely knowledgeable experts who have answered some real tough ones.  This (thank goodness!) hasn't turned into a chat forum where folks pass away their idle hours when there's nothing on the TV.  Instead it has proved to be a place where questions get answered - even though it may take a while to get there.  

If it is possible to identify the bike from the picture, I'm sure you will get a response sooner or later.
Cheers
PeteR.

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Identify these bikes! / Re: What is this?  Villiers Engine/Albion Gearbox
« on: November 10, 2004, 01:55:20 AM »
Ken,

what's a Seagull?  I've never come across this one before..

Pete

Sorry, just seen the update -  it's an FB.

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Japanese Bikes / Re: Suzuki XN85 Turbo
« on: August 11, 2008, 03:11:02 PM »

Hi,

you can find a whole load of them advertised at

http://www.xn85turbo.com/classifieds.htm.

some of the prices there seem a bit wild, but perhaps they know something that I don't...!

Cheers

PeteR

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British Bikes / Re: BSA BANTAN D1 HELP PLEASE
« on: August 25, 2008, 07:02:17 AM »
how much do you weigh?...  ;)

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British Bikes / Re: What jets for my Matchless G2?
« on: July 10, 2008, 08:46:24 PM »
Hi Nigel,

the carb should be a 376/99 with:

Main jet -180
Choke size - 1 1/16"
Slide - 3 1/2
Needle Position - central
Pilot - 25

I hope this helps!

PR

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British Bikes / Spitting Tiger Cub
« on: June 01, 2008, 08:54:00 PM »
Hello guys.  I have a 1963 TIger Cub that I guess should have a Zenith carb?  However, someone has fitted a monobloc to it.  It starts well, and ticks over fine.  However, when the throttle is opened, there is a lot of intermittent spitting though the carb - but the engine does seem to run "OK" despite this.  Does ayone have any ideas as to what may normally cause this?

Thanks Pete

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British Bikes / Re: One Blue Silencer...
« on: March 29, 2008, 03:35:53 AM »
Yes, I have only just noticed it.  I have ordered a couple of spark plugs for it anyhow.  I'll keep you posted.  Thanks for the tip.

P.

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British Bikes / One Blue Silencer...
« on: March 28, 2008, 11:59:08 PM »
Some advice please.  I have a 1968 Triumph T100SS in pretty good condition all round.  It has had some new silencers added at some point in its recent past.  I noticed today that the left hand silencer is colouring.  I have always believed this a sign of mixture weakness, but as I have a single carb, I don't see how this would affect one side only.  Does anyone have any clues as to what I should be looking for here?

Many thanks for any replies.

PeteR

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British Bikes / Re: Help wanted .. Please
« on: November 10, 2006, 11:25:35 PM »
I know it sounds obvious, but keep an eye on eBay as old issues often turn up there.

Cheers

peteR

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British Bikes / K2F Magneto Question
« on: November 10, 2006, 08:34:05 PM »
Before I start, I know I should know the answer to this already...
Have just acquired an old Triumph twin fitted with a K2F magneto.  Have taken cover off and have found bits of broken brushes and a spring beneath cover.  SHould this be a spring with a brush at each end? If so, are the brushes purchasable from a suitable supplier?

Thanks for your help.

PeteR

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British Bikes / Re: triumph 3hw clutch rod
« on: April 08, 2006, 02:39:46 AM »
Thanks TBS.  I've had a problem with a pushrod on my modest C15.  The end keeps wearing.  I'll try hardening it up with this procedure.  Many thanks again.

PeteR

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British Bikes / Re: triumph 3hw clutch rod
« on: April 07, 2006, 08:50:03 PM »
I know as an experienced biker I'm supposed to know this - but how would you harden the ends?
Pete.

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