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Messages - McCabe-Thiele (Ted)
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« on: Today at 12:12:18 PM »
I agree with K2-K6 on his comments, when I eventually get my 500 running I will use the CB points system as I know it ran on them just fine.
Probably after a few hundred miles I will fit my electronic system that I sourced from Bryan.
Part of me says a hybrid system is neither fish nor flesh so like most things it's down to personal choice.
I suspect I have often made up my mind then seek out answers to confirm my already held biased views.
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« on: Today at 11:15:40 AM »
The only advantage I can see but would not use is that often a CB issue can be fixed at the roadside.
An electronic ignition system (I have one fitted) is a bit like a light bulb it either works or it's blown, not much in the middle assuming the connections are all good to the unit.
My experience on cars is that they are many times more reliable than CB points as well as staying 'in tune' so as to speak even though cars have a different spark supply arrangements.
The Boyer system is probably the best of both worlds in some ways as it retains the CB points iirc.
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« on: Today at 09:29:44 AM »
Seeing those David reminded me of when a locking wheel nut on amy old Carlton stripped out.
At the time circa 1990 I ended up using a cold chisel to eventually get the nut to free off.
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« on: April 28, 2024, 06:30:08 PM »
Thanks for that.
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« on: April 28, 2024, 03:49:57 PM »
As interesting alternative Ted
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/390062925510 these are flank drive and very low profile ratchet head for access.
Another point for interest (I've already had an alternative manufacturer set like this) is that they make extremely good plug spanner setup for these 4 cylinder Honda engines, with the "pass through " arrangement being able to use the extension and a socket to drop over the plug .... being hollow, both item ... to make very useful reach and access for those two central plugs.
You'd need to check that plug facility yourself though as mine is a different make (now not available) Bahco also owned by SO too.
I have a cheaper Bahco set it was about £20 back in 2021 not sure why this one is so much more expensive. Not sure what they/yoou mean by "pass through" ?
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« on: April 28, 2024, 10:35:15 AM »
I assumed the end slot was was for a stubby crewdriver to stop the bolt from turning as you nipped up or released the lock nut.
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« on: April 28, 2024, 10:31:00 AM »
Yikes I've just read the Midge link - thank goodness Scotland is so far away, it's no longer on my bucket list. Amusingly written I started to itch by the time it reached Scottish Clegs.
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« on: April 27, 2024, 09:51:39 PM »
Done.👍
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« on: April 27, 2024, 08:02:15 PM »
Are we talking here about the captive type stud/bolt that is normally part of the tensioner blade - not available as a separate part? Is your tensioner blade in otherwise good condition.
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« on: April 27, 2024, 12:01:29 PM »
Sorry if my post was ambiguous I did not mean to imply it was currently listed - in a way a good thing that he has offered it here first if that is the case.
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« on: April 27, 2024, 11:09:31 AM »
Yes I agree with you Steve about a site donation as he is saving on e-bay selling fees or advertising and not contibuting in other ways.
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« on: April 27, 2024, 10:22:21 AM »
Going well - I always enjoy the dismantling stage - goes without saying taking photos before stripping down and more detailed photos at various stages of dismantling helps later on.
It's amazing how easy it is to forget what way round an item fits when it's months later before you start assembling.
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« on: April 27, 2024, 10:04:34 AM »
This member is probably not alone in such conduct.
That said it can be helpful to some members who might be looking for a particular part or parts.
I see it as a bonus for members to be given such an opportunity.
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« on: April 27, 2024, 09:54:59 AM »
That sounds promising a change of ownership might explain the delay.
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« on: April 27, 2024, 09:49:50 AM »
Well done Mike always rewarding when you overcome such obstacles - the Cylinder head was a swine to remove on my 400.
As you have the engine out it should be easier to get releasing fluid everywhere before you start.
I have found you need plenty of time for such penetrants to soak through not a quick process.
It might be a consideration to look at ways you might be able to get gravity to help so that the weight of the head itself helps.
Just wondered is there is a way to support the engine upside down on wooden blocks or similar?
It's slightly different subject area - my carb sliders took well over 24 hours of petrol & other solvents to work in a closed container, all four of my carbs were stuck solid. The last one did not yield until three or four days believe it or not. The good news is new they eventually freed off without damage of any kind.
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