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Forum: The Garage 05-19-2013, 11:25 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,127
Posted By motoretro
Although I'm no chemist, I do wonder if the...

Although I'm no chemist, I do wonder if the modern, improved oils have changed things if at all as far as lubricity in an older Two Strokes. Some of those older engines were in Scooters with enclosed...
Forum: The Garage 05-16-2013, 06:43 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,127
Posted By motoretro
I'm familiar with the Seagulls, neat little motor...

I'm familiar with the Seagulls, neat little motor although didn't know about the 10:1 mix. Not exactly environmentally correct. I can imagine the goop in there come spring although probably better...
Forum: The Garage 05-15-2013, 05:04 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,127
Posted By motoretro
Thanks for all the feedback, :1drink motoretro

Thanks for all the feedback, :1drink
motoretro
Forum: The Garage 05-14-2013, 09:52 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,127
Posted By motoretro
Old 2 strokes oil/gas mixtures

Back in the 50's & 60's on 2 stroke scooters and motorcycles when you mixed things yourself, the required gas/oil mixtures were pretty rich. Some of the German bikes had 25 to 1 and this was with...
Forum: Road warriors 04-10-2013, 12:09 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,462
Posted By motoretro
Thanks, I appreciate the link and specs. It's...

Thanks, I appreciate the link and specs. It's been raining the last (3) days here although when the weather settles down, I plan on getting a test ride in.
Motoretro
Forum: Road warriors 04-07-2013, 06:35 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,462
Posted By motoretro
Unfortunately with only 4.7" at the front and...

Unfortunately with only 4.7" at the front and 4.3" at the rear, It would have to be set pretty close to optimum for my weight beforehand for a decent ride. Not sure If I can talk the dealer into...
Forum: Road warriors 04-04-2013, 04:50 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,462
Posted By motoretro
I'm also partial to Green. I have upper back...

I'm also partial to Green. I have upper back issues so need to be able to dial in things for comfy ride. Slight/some lean actually benefit's my back. Any changes other than paint between yours and...
Forum: Road warriors 04-04-2013, 01:22 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,462
Posted By motoretro
Thanks for the tips, sounds like I need to...

Thanks for the tips, sounds like I need to arrange a Test ride.
Motoretro
Forum: Road warriors 04-03-2013, 04:15 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,462
Posted By motoretro
Thanks, that's good to hear. Motoretro

Thanks, that's good to hear.
Motoretro
Forum: Road warriors 04-03-2013, 01:25 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,462
Posted By motoretro
Sounds like a good idea, just hoping to get some...

Sounds like a good idea, just hoping to get some preliminary feedback before driving 4 hours.
Thanks, Motoretro
Forum: Road warriors 04-03-2013, 12:41 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,462
Posted By motoretro
Thanks for input, I'm at 200 lbs and 5'-11" ready...

Thanks for input, I'm at 200 lbs and 5'-11" ready for the road. I'm interested although heard their pretty stiff over pavement breaks, 200 miles round trip from a test ride and dealing with thoracic...
Forum: Road warriors 04-03-2013, 10:46 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,462
Posted By motoretro
Guzzi Griso

Can anyone who's either ridden or owns a newer Moto Guzzi Griso 1200/8V comment on the ride/bump compliance on black top back roads?
thanks,
Motoretro
Forum: The Garage 03-20-2013, 12:11 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 2,834
Posted By motoretro
Ahh, looks Silver in the picture like mine, I've...

Ahh, looks Silver in the picture like mine, I've never seen a gold one. Mine was about $17K OTD in 86. I was trying to talk the wife into a French blue wagon although she balked. Now she feels the...
Forum: The Garage 03-20-2013, 11:41 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 2,834
Posted By motoretro
Nice Ride, I see sometime in the past a set of...

Nice Ride, I see sometime in the past a set of the 85 and back wheels, rings and caps were installed. Definitely a bonus over the plastic covers. I purchase a new 240 DL, same color, in 1986. It was...
Forum: The Garage 03-16-2013, 06:27 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 2,834
Posted By motoretro
You're right on the Japanese trucks although if...

You're right on the Japanese trucks although if you don't mind a less popular 2WD Regular Cab and can drive a manual trans, you can pick up a Toyota for considerably less. I have a 09 Tacoma I could...
Forum: The Garage 02-28-2013, 05:06 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,106
Posted By motoretro
I agree that multi-fuel looks like the way to go....

I agree that multi-fuel looks like the way to go. Even with a fuel stabilizer, I could not believe the coating of yellowish residue on everything. My only concern w/ propane is the associated power...
Forum: The Garage 02-28-2013, 02:32 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,106
Posted By motoretro
**As a follow up; I cleaned everything out w/...

**As a follow up; I cleaned everything out w/ white vinegar/water mix bath (I'm into non-toxic brews these days) and blew out with air pressure. Reassemble everything, started 2nd pull. Let it run...
Forum: The Garage 02-26-2013, 06:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 479
Posted By motoretro
Thanks for the tips, Motoretro

Thanks for the tips,
Motoretro
Forum: The Garage 02-25-2013, 04:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 479
Posted By motoretro
Old gas deposit

Seems like I'm always looking to get rid of old gas. Had a issue a while back w/ my generator and needed to get rid of 4 gallons of the stuff and no place around me takes it. Any suggestions?

The...
Forum: The Garage 02-14-2013, 05:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 573
Posted By motoretro
I'll second this, had same basic problem a couple...

I'll second this, had same basic problem a couple years ago and it was the contact tip.
Motoretro
Forum: The Garage 02-01-2013, 03:57 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,106
Posted By motoretro
The Main Jet was 99% blocked, probably a good...

The Main Jet was 99% blocked, probably a good thing It would not start:eek1 Needle jet wasn't entirely blocked although certainly had it's share of varnish. Thanks for all the help in diagnosing...
Forum: The Garage 01-23-2013, 04:59 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,106
Posted By motoretro
I've a pint of Laquer thinner in the cabinet...

I've a pint of Laquer thinner in the cabinet along with a set of torch tip cleaners, Thanks for the tip.
Motoretro
Forum: The Garage 01-23-2013, 12:54 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,106
Posted By motoretro
This where it seems to be headed. Hopefully I can...

This where it seems to be headed. Hopefully I can get the garage warm(It was 0 last night) enough to tear things down tonight. Trying to figure what solution I can use to soak the parts in to...
Forum: The Garage 01-23-2013, 11:48 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,106
Posted By motoretro
Thanks for the info, looks like a interesting...

Thanks for the info, looks like a interesting occupation.
Motoretro
Forum: The Garage 01-22-2013, 01:54 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,106
Posted By motoretro
Oil is right up to the top. Motoretro

Oil is right up to the top.
Motoretro
Forum: The Garage 01-22-2013, 01:30 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,106
Posted By motoretro
Neat set-up, how does it start in cold weather?...

Neat set-up, how does it start in cold weather? Any reduction in power to drive the generator?
Chonda.....Ironically my Honda is made in China .
Thanks, Motoretro
Forum: The Garage 01-22-2013, 01:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,106
Posted By motoretro
It's run every 6 months, new plugs and oil every...

It's run every 6 months, new plugs and oil every year and always use fuel stabilizer. Local implement dealer mentioned even w/ stabilizer, They're replacing carburetors by the wheel barrel load. ...
Forum: The Garage 01-22-2013, 09:52 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,106
Posted By motoretro
Generator Propane conversion &??'s

My 5 year old Honda EB5000X has lost it's fuel prime therefore won't start and stay running. I can drizzle a bit of gas into spark plug hole and get it to start(pull) and running for 3-4 seconds at...
Forum: Battle scooters 01-07-2013, 09:43 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 878
Posted By motoretro
Juice wise, it should do the job although I've...

Juice wise, it should do the job although I've not been able to determine the current draw on this scooter's strange starting system. I think you have to look at the intended purpose of these...
Forum: Battle scooters 01-06-2013, 01:16 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 878
Posted By motoretro
Gotcha, Due to our very cold weather(MI) I...

Gotcha,
Due to our very cold weather(MI) I usually bring my sealed 12V units inside and store them in the basement, charging them once a month with a 2 amp charger, this has worked well for me...
Forum: Battle scooters 01-06-2013, 09:48 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 878
Posted By motoretro
As a bit of a follow-up, Is it normal to have a...

As a bit of a follow-up, Is it normal to have a non-sealed battery with a vent tube sitting under the bench with filler caps off while hooked up to a Tender/Maintainer? I'm concerned I might forget...
Forum: Battle scooters 12-13-2012, 10:28 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 878
Posted By motoretro
Thanks for the tip, It worked as you can see. ...

Thanks for the tip, It worked as you can see.
Motoretro
Forum: Battle scooters 12-12-2012, 05:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 878
Posted By motoretro
Thanks very much for the links, Yes, that's the...

Thanks very much for the links, Yes, that's the Battery type I was referring to. I have some sections of the battery leads left I believe, I'll cut into it to determine size. I also need to determine...
Forum: Battle scooters 12-12-2012, 05:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 878
Posted By motoretro
Maicoletta....250cc 1959. Not really a electric...

Maicoletta....250cc 1959. Not really a electric start in the traditional sort of way although uses current to rock the engine. Read my description of method earlier in the thread. I'm just starting...
Forum: Battle scooters 12-12-2012, 01:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 878
Posted By motoretro
The original specs call for 6V and 11AH. The...

The original specs call for 6V and 11AH. The Scooter doesn't have a starter motor per se although uses current through generator coils to control cams and contact points along with a reversing...
Forum: Battle scooters 12-12-2012, 01:13 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 878
Posted By motoretro
Thanks for the suggestions guys, I'm old school...

Thanks for the suggestions guys, I'm old school and just purchased my 1st Charger/Maintainer. (6V/12V, 1.5 Amp). I've never used one and really had no idea of how much the battery outgassed when...
Forum: Battle scooters 12-12-2012, 10:58 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 878
Posted By motoretro
Vintage Motor Scooter Battery Charging and options

Working on trouble shooting a 1950's motor scooter which has a 6V system. I was finally able to locate a 6V, 11AH Battery which fits the factory specifications and bracket. Unfortunately it's the...
Forum: The Garage 10-09-2012, 06:51 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 657
Posted By motoretro
Thanks for the Baujahr info on the plate, * I...

Thanks for the Baujahr info on the plate, * I checked it out and it's a 1960 as I thought.
I was aware of the Detroit importer, actually purchased the scooter not too far from there. I've seen only...
Forum: The Garage 10-08-2012, 05:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 657
Posted By motoretro
You're right on the money, the starter system on...

You're right on the money, the starter system on this scooter is odd to say the least. I thought about a Gel battery although not sure if one is avaialable. I believe the original battery was around...
Forum: The Garage 10-08-2012, 06:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 657
Posted By motoretro
buickid & Beezer, 1964 Maicoletta 250cc...

buickid & Beezer,

1964 Maicoletta 250cc Scooter............Perhaps a new 6V Battery along with battery tender would be a better choice. I'm concerned I may come across a mechanical problem while...
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