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British Bikes / Re: TRIUMPH T140E
« on: September 05, 2012, 02:33:18 AM »
Quote from: sylvestor
lurch/lag between no throttle and light throttle

Sounds like the twistgrip cables hanging up or the twistgrip itself needs grease?

Or the grip itself is spinning on the handlebar?

Had a 'lurch' and it was into traffic- pretty un nerving.

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British Bikes / Re: AC/DC Lucas electrics
« on: November 03, 2008, 07:32:39 PM »
Thanks for the link info. . .

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VERY important to fit spark plug caps of the 5000ohm resisted type.
Failure to do so will cause overloading.

Per Tri-Spark website:SPL - 0003 Single suppressor cap $6.00 ,
these were supplied with my kit although i didn't order them.

My growing database of elec. knowledge suggests the use of one type of supressor only, spark plug or supressor cap,but not both.

Thoughts?

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British Bikes / Re: AC/DC Lucas electrics
« on: October 31, 2008, 08:07:38 PM »
Thanks again LAB,
I've now got a  clearer understanding of this issue.
BTW, i like to run with headlights on, for the sake of safety.
Cheers!

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British Bikes / Re: AC/DC Lucas electrics
« on: October 31, 2008, 06:51:32 PM »
Hi LAB,
Yes the initial setup included indexing 38*BTDC using the flywheel locating plunger tool 61-7022.
I swear i could perform this with my eyes closed!
Your recommendation regarding a 3 phase alternator is interesting in conjunction with Paul Goff's statement:"I don't sell 3 phase rotors.", although he does sell 3 phase reg/rectifiers.
I know the weekend is here so i'll say thanks for your help.

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British Bikes / Re: AC/DC Lucas electrics
« on: October 31, 2008, 05:43:00 PM »
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I don't see how a reg/rec box could be causing that problem, if it is wired up correctly and the bike starts well? It sounds as if it's not advancing?
Sorry for the mis-communication, the EI was running with the standard rectifier and zener setup.
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It sounds as if it's not advancing?
Well, it felt like it too!
....no it wasn't strobed but according to Tri-Spark the static led arrangement is very close.
Unfortunately i didn't take note of the battery voltage.  

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British Bikes / Re: AC/DC Lucas electrics
« on: October 31, 2008, 04:42:59 PM »
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[Edit]:That's a single phase box, as it says - use the Podtronic  single-phase box for over 150W output
LAB, Thanks for your help. Can you clarify your edit as quoted above as i don't understand where on the Tri-Spark website this info was gleaned?
When fitted, the Tri-Spark unit provided a good idle,but wouldn't "pull" over approx. 15 mph.
I now have the electronic stator from the company owners bike but have yet to re-fit in light of these issues.

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British Bikes / AC/DC Lucas electrics
« on: October 31, 2008, 02:00:09 PM »
Hello all, first posting.
My '78 Bonneville is currently apart @ the drive side to address a sloppy primary chain among other issues.
My concern here is with the 3 decades old RM21 alternator and the desire to develop a component system to use with a recently purchased Tri-Spark for Twins E.I. system.
I'm no electrical wizard but i have been studying this subject in regards to whats available, the choices are somewhat confusing; Single phase vs. three phase AC alternators, rectifying to DC using zeners, regulating to DC without zeners, etc.
My studies indicate the use of a Lucas setup RM24 (3 phase)as the last of a series intended for the electric start bikes circa 1982.
Looking thru Paul Goffs electrical website for instance, he offers a single phase 2 wire 190 watt RM27 pattern, and which must be used with a regulator/rectifier.
He also states that the RM21 original setup for points will not perform with electronic ignition systems.
One question would be where did the RM27 pattern evolve from, but, back to the Tri-Spark system, their website offers a voltage regulator but no mention is made to what alternator it's designed for, other than that it's rated for 18 Amps,max.
Ultimately i would like to establish a game plan for updating my system and would welcome all and any advise in this regard and remain,
Sincerely

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