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« on: July 20, 2020, 02:32:06 PM »
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« on: June 05, 2020, 06:46:03 PM »
Nope and dont tell me, having worked on 1950's built ships i hate to think what i breathed in
That reminds me of an audit I was involved in on one of the ships I was on. The auditor was going through the stores list and came accross an entry for “CAF†jointing. CAF stood for compressed asbestos fibre. He asked, “Why did we have asbestos on board?†It wasn’t asbestos, the old terminology had been wrongly used. Thinking on my feet I said, “ CAF, completely asbestos freeâ€. Thankfully he saw the funny side.
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« on: May 30, 2020, 11:25:17 PM »
Cut the old pipe off from the T connector, just slice it so it slides off. I didn't many moons ago and just tried to pull it off, it pulled the metal pipe out of the T connector and in those days it was impossible to find another. Not listed as a part number. Apply some silicon grease or oil to the T pipe and the new pipe should just slide on no problem.
Yes, nitrile is the right stuff. I'd also think about replacing the overflow and air vent pipes with Nitrile as well Jon. Maybe think about getting a set of Viton O-Rings from Gerber.
Thanks OJ
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« on: May 30, 2020, 01:43:52 PM »
And, are there any tricks in replacing these hoses without dismantling the carbs?
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« on: May 30, 2020, 01:42:31 PM »
Planet Silicone on ebay
Found them. Nitrile, is that the stuff?
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« on: May 30, 2020, 01:39:47 PM »
Thanks Julie
Do you have a link as to what I should buy?
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« on: May 30, 2020, 01:28:13 PM »
Got the bike out, checked the tyres, oil etc., turned the fuel on - petrol spraying out one of the fuel supply lines. Luckily I’ve still got a spare set of carbs ( long story) so swapped them over. No problem, had a nice run out in the sunshine.
Upon return, looked at the removed carbs, hoses cracked and split.
Can anybody recommend a reputable hose supplier that supplies hoses that withstand modern day fuels?
Also, just to confirm the hose size, I.D. 5.5 to 6mm? O.D. 10 - 11.5mm?
Thanks
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« on: May 24, 2020, 09:08:00 AM »
As others have said, great write up. Good luck with your project.
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« on: May 12, 2020, 06:24:10 PM »
Looks great that. Hopefully you’ll be able to get some miles on it soon.
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« on: May 10, 2020, 05:42:21 PM »
Got my self a Honda CB500 -74 a couple of months back. The previous owner had started to renovate it with a lot of new stuff including a fully restored engine. Problem is that a lot of parts was still missing when i got it, looking back i would say half the bike was gone. No seat, fenders, foot pegs, front or rear, no handlebar or swing arm etc etc and a ton of itty bitty stuff one never think about. The list is getting long thats for sure but i finally got hold of most of it but still missing the air box tool tray and (if reasonably prized) a central stand.
If anyone has something laying around and doesn't mind shipping to Sweden it would be much appreciated. Im wiling to pay a fair price in advance.
Regards Magnus.
Hi Magnus I’ve got one of those available if you’re still interested. PM me and we can discuss Chris
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« on: March 26, 2020, 07:23:49 PM »
Avon Roadrider on my 1973 500. No issues at all.
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« on: March 19, 2020, 04:45:23 PM »
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Finally bit the bullet and ran the tank until the low fuel light came on. This happened at 178 miles.
Wow, bloody near
Ha ha, yes, hadn’t seen that. Means our fuel consumptions are almost identical.
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« on: March 18, 2020, 07:31:31 PM »
Just filled up the Divvy, the gauge had indicated empty for some time and the light had come on half a mile from the fuel station, £22.59 for 17.80 litres at £1.269 per litre. (receipt in my hand)
Before now I have run with the light on for a good distance looking for fuel and never got near 24 litres
FYI... I did 179 miles on this tank full before the fuel light lit again.
Hows the new pump?
So far so good. I haven’t had the guts to run the tank any lower yet as I don’t want to run out during my daily commute again. But the pump is working without any negative effects at the moment.
Finally bit the bullet and ran the tank until the low fuel light came on. This happened at 178 miles. I’m averaging 9.2 miles to the litre, so once the low level fuel light is on, I’ve got about 3.5 litres left in the tank, which would give about another 30 miles. I’m happy with that range.
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« on: March 06, 2020, 03:59:44 PM »
Just filled up the Divvy, the gauge had indicated empty for some time and the light had come on half a mile from the fuel station, £22.59 for 17.80 litres at £1.269 per litre. (receipt in my hand)
Before now I have run with the light on for a good distance looking for fuel and never got near 24 litres
FYI... I did 179 miles on this tank full before the fuel light lit again.
Hows the new pump?
So far so good. I haven’t had the guts to run the tank any lower yet as I don’t want to run out during my daily commute again. But the pump is working without any negative effects at the moment.
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« on: February 21, 2020, 05:28:47 PM »
Thanks both.
Julie, I just measured the chain and it looks pretty wide at 25mm. The link plates have a gap between which I guess may be the seals or washers.
It looks fatter than my chain back in the day, which I used to put in a wax/oil bath on the cooker. I'm only doing very low mileage.
If the standard chain (DSS one looks better and is only £19) is narrower, I guess the sideways play of the sprocket could be viewed as normal and/or would not matter. In general parts don't look unduly worn.
I know your question is different to this, but I had an issue with my chain colliding with the clutch crank arm. I’ve posted the link to the thread about chain widths http://www.sohc.co.uk/index.php/topic,16301.msg137109.html#msg137109
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