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Gents.... i have recently had to split my engine in half (i missplaced the woodruff key from the clutch). i have set the timing to be 22 degrees BTDC as suggested in everything i read.... The Engine starts first or second kick everytime, idles OK and runs OK.... untill!! when i hit around 35 MPH, i...

i have one of these im looking to get shot of, bought off the bay with no door tho. not used as my original vespa door didnt quite fit...
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what he is talking about is those crappy little twist and go mopeds - he needs a lesson in the difference between a chav mobil and a scooter :p

try beedspeed

you could get it powder coated. to get it sand blasted and then powder coated, you will need about 150 to 200 quid. BUT, if you are powder coating, you have to have a good shape to begin with as you cant use filler. it is a damn good, strong finish tho.... just not quite the mirror finish you get w...

thanks.... bugger, dropping the engine again, and i thought i was almost ready for a ride....

SBWNik wrote: Has it been stood for any length of time?

is this relevant? i am seeing the same issue with an engine that has been stood for 4 years...

you could try here - http://modvespa.com/vespa-wiring-diagrams/

mushroom head - flat domed shape to the bolt, sits under the rubber strip without causing a buldge. nyloc = nuts with a nylon insert, they dont shake loose with vibration

Use washers....

Although my personal preferance is to use stainless mushhead bolts with nylocs....

the only worry i have is the dc supply that continues to the switch. i cant see a reason why there is a DC line to the switch, but do i need to keep this connection and run a new AC line for the horn?

last question.... for now. My scooter has been wired as per this scheme... http://modvespa.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/08/vespa-wiring-diagram-68-72ves.pdf Now, i only have an AC horn and have run out of cash, so.... is it possible to conert the horn supply to AC. is it simply a case of moving th...

BUMP...

could still do with a quick sketch of the bracket and some dimensions.... come on people, its sunny out, what better way to spend the afternoon than sat on the drive looking at your scooter holding a ruler......

As always, any help greatfully received

Christchurch - Dorset.

Thats my next plan of attack if i get no joy here - trouble is, the shop is 12 miles up the road