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« on: September 23, 2015, 04:17:08 PM »
Thanks for the info guys, I agree with andut about rejetting etc for what I assume would be a marginal power increase. Unless I hear different in the next week or so I think DS is the way to go.
Cheers
Steve
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« on: September 23, 2015, 07:56:05 AM »
Thanks Chris,
Yes, looking around last night I've seen a couple of sets all around the £200 mark, anyone got any experience regarding the quality of the pattern parts ?
Steve
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« on: September 22, 2015, 05:52:17 PM »
Hi Chaps,
I've just bought a used engine today and taken the barrels to S.E.P in Kegworth for assessment. The verdict ?
I need a rebore "See what you pistons and rings you can get, preferably 0.50, but 0.25 would do".
I see David Silver do oversize piston sets at £48ish. Before I go down that road I just thought I'd ask, does anyone have a set they're willing to part with ?
Thanks
Steve
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« on: September 03, 2015, 04:15:59 PM »
Many thanks, pleased it isn't just me having problems!!!
Will try the broomstick method I think
Thanks Guys
Steve
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« on: September 03, 2015, 08:28:03 AM »
Great bike! Doesn't look to need too much either, good luck with it. Agreed, the fairing has to go  I'm the in North East too. Where are you ? PM me if you like Regards Steve
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« on: September 03, 2015, 08:09:40 AM »
Yes, the M8 bolt seems to be just turning the damper rod, maybe bunging something down to hold the damper as Ash suggested is the way forward. Yes, there's a circlip and I've removed it already. I suspect threadlock is keeping the bolt tight. Its not mashed and it 'cracked' OK and was winding out fine but is stuck firm. I'll revisit later. No recommended reconditioners for the barrels ?
Thanks
Steve
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« on: September 02, 2015, 02:19:08 PM »
Hi all,
I've made some progress with the 400 project and I've managed to get the head and barrels off. The head had suffered some damage in the past (remains of a broken ring maybe) but I think I've managed to salvage that OK. Unfortunately I think that the barrels are going to need new liners or a rebore and I'm looking for an engine reconditioner in the North East who can do it. I've used Cleasby in Durham many, many moons ago for car engines but I'm looking for recommendations from anyone. Unless of course someone on the forum has suitable replacements for sale ?
I'm also having trouble removing the fork tubes from the stanchions, I've undone the bolt in the bottom of the leg but I cant remove it, its just turning and the tubes just aint moving anywhere, any pointers please ?
Thanks
Steve
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« on: August 18, 2015, 07:10:12 PM »
Last know of in the Carlisle area, apparently it has current MOT but is SORN.
Anyone know of it ?
Steve
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« on: August 11, 2015, 08:23:22 PM »
Thanks PM sent
Steve
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« on: August 11, 2015, 07:55:53 PM »
Checkout ebay.... I think I saw one one there, cheap too!!
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« on: August 11, 2015, 07:54:07 PM »
Thanks for the warm welcome, the bike is now stripped and as expected the parts list is growing.... anyone have those motad stainless pipes ? Are they OK and still available ? I have the originals but they're poor and the collector box has rotted badly, not sure if I should reskin the collector box and rechrome or scrap them, if I can get them done I'm expecting at least £300. Bearing in mind I'm not planning to build a show bike, just a nice example I'm leaning towards a new set
Steve
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« on: August 10, 2015, 03:55:38 PM »
Yes, I remember Cowies on Hylton Road in Sunderland and BR in definitely a Sunderland reg. I believe my old 400/4 is around Carlisle somewhere, it was on ebay a couple of years age does it still exist TFT 354S ?
I'll post some pics of the project along the way and hopefully get some responses.
All the best
Steve
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« on: August 10, 2015, 09:20:43 AM »
It might sound crazy but it could be welded. I've seen it done before by a chap who filled the tank with water first. When full of water there are no fumes to ignite so although I wouldn't risk it personally it can be done if caution is observed. In your case the holes are underneath and not seen so maybe worth considering?
Steve
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« on: August 10, 2015, 08:47:49 AM »
Hi everyone, newbie here from Sunderland. I've just started a complete stripdown on a 400/4 restoration project so I'm hoping that someone can help me with spares, local suppliers advice etc.
I had a 400/4 many years ago and thought it would be nice to sort out another one in my old age..... I've restored a couple of Triumph TR6 cars in the past so I have a bit of knowledge. The bike is a '77 F2 model and looks like I'm going to need lots of parts, wheels, engine rebuild, seat exhaust just for starters. I'm also looking for recommendations for suppliers, and services locally.
The bike is almost stripped, first job is to get the frame to the powder coaters in Cold Hesledon.
Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks everyone
Steve
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