my zinc plater is local, a friend of a friend, bright zinc for free is nice. M.I.P., Inc. 701 Jones St. Youngstown, OH 44502-0467 *Phone:* 330-744-0215 ** it's...
Greg, what parts are zinced and what parts are chromed? Thanks Bob Hawkes ... From: Greg Barratt To: Loopframe_Guzzi@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, December...
Hello All, After too long, I have just pulled the engine out of my old favorite Eldorado - the cam drive train broke so I guess it's time for an overhaul. Put...
If that's what you thought, then obviously you've never been to a Vintage race. If you don't mind losing everytime, then you ride a stock bike! SF ... with...
Hi all, I've been running my turn signals as combination turn signals/running lights for some time now. I've done this using using single element bulbs and...
I've got my tank unbolted and wiggling it around it looks like the only thing left holding it down are the fuel lines from the petcocks. Seem correct? They...
Hi AJ, ... Yes, that's correct. ... On re-reading above - doesn't it have an X connector into which four lines (one from each petcock; one from each carb)...
AJ, Wait a minute, is your tank rusty? Bob Hawkes ... From: AJ Huff To: Loopframe_Guzzi@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, December 01, 2006 3:24 PM Subject:...
Great! Thanks! Yes, I believe there is an X connector. I didn't pay that much attention. I ride like you said, I always use the left petcock and then if that...
At the petcocks, Bob Hawkes ... From: AJ Huff To: Loopframe_Guzzi@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, December 01, 2006 3:24 PM Subject: [Loopframe_Guzzi] gas tank...
Sorry for the spam. I just wish I knew how I could help a fellow looper. Long time looper , John C and his wife Jana are being sued for trying to stop a...
... Oh, no the beginning of one of those notorious Internet feuds. I always run on the right side, then switch to the left. <g> ... Since my bikes are drivers...
Use regular auto store gas line with proper inside diameter. You may want to go with the fancier cloth wrapped gas line, just more expensive but nice looking....
The "fancier" cloth covered hose (as used on German cars and bikes) works better without clamps than regular hose with clamps IMHO. Easier to disconnect if you...
He told me about this awhile back, I didn't realise it has grown to this level already. Hope it works out for him and his neighbours. I know I don't want a big...
I was fortunate to be able to visit with John and his family last year and get an understanding of the situation. I feel that if we all send out enough...
i'm zincing linkages, engine and tranny spacers, etc. i'm chroming what was originally chrome.. ... Hawkes ... started... ... free is ... plating ... been ......
Thanks for the shifting lesson and breakdown. Honestly, sometimes I too get frustrated wanting to speed shift! I have come to realize that when I do keep my...
Here is a Video I caught on youtube.com. Some guys over in Italy souped up a Vespa scooter with a Honda 750 engine. This is Crazy! Just thought I'd share it. I...
well it did before I took it apart to paint it! having reassembled it, I've tried testing it and no life at all.. firstly to test it i'm hooking one wire to...
Over at the other Yahoo group that I belong to there is a huge thread started about the detriments of using GL-5 gear lube that has brass attacking chemicals...
There's usually a screw or bolt near the center of the horn that is used to adjust its pitch. If this is way out of adjustment the horn won't work. Rich...
obviously things werent quite right as smoke started to come out the horn whilst 'testing' it..!!!!! oh well, looks like i'll have to go back to plan A and...
AJ: Fuel line is a matter of personal preference; I like the translucent blue cavis fuel line, it doesn't harden up with age, and more importantly you can see...
