Hello everybody.
Just looking at billdn’s problems with setting ignition timing; a comment by my fellow Gloucestershire resident, Bryan, forced me to look at my 750 (still fighting me after 5 years – it WILL be on the road this summer).
It relates to the 22mm nut on the end of the crank and how you should not use this to turn the engine over whilst the plugs are in.
A previous owner seems to have done this and I noticed that the nut wiggles gently around gently, scribing an oval pattern, noticeable even when turning over on the starter. Still runs though.
I seem to remember that the cam & advance/retard plate and cam sits on a 6mm screw thread which is drilled into the end of the crank and mine is obviously bent which will upset the points gap.
Two questions;
1. How can I replace the threaded portion emanating from the right-hand crank end? Is it screwed in? Please don’t tell me I have to take the crank out !
2. Could this problem be solved by installing an electronic ignition system such as the one from Dave Silver or Hondaman?
Any advice appreciated. TIA.
Regards,
Phil