philpassingham

Thanks guys.

I understand your frustration there Michael but that was a bit harsh. We are all different with how we handle things. I have the same frustration as you with repetitive posting but I must be honest I had not noticed that. The easiest way to handle something like this to me is if you don’t like it don’t read it.

I also think there is an element of…[Read more]

Again yes. 185cc = 185ml. That is one of the joys of the metric system. I also check the measurement (433mm +/- 2mm) from the top of the stantion to the fluid level) to be sure. Make sure the station is fully extended.

2 things here Dabbler.
1. I would recommend only use genuine Kawasaki seals. These are a bit more expensive but IMHO worth every penny as they are far better quality. They can be bought from Zpower with whom we get a club discount.
2. Yes there is a way to do it. A standard nut fits into the screw inside the fork leg to hold it while I turn the…[Read more]

From looking into this issue of over size rings and pistons I was confused with the way the parts get advertised but for those who don’t understand here it is:

1st oversize- +0.5mm or +0.020″
2nd oversize-+1.0mm or +0.040″

It is simply an imperial conversion by the Americans from the Japanese metric sizes. Sadly for Philpass I only have 1mm oversize

Welcome Dabbler. Was watching that one on fleabay. Like Michael says it’s reasonably stock. Forks, indicators, carbs n rev counter stand out to me but condition is pretty excellent. I also agree with Michael about those engine bars. They arnt mounted well.
Anyway fire away with your questions.

He is from Bradford Michael. That’s about 40 miles…[Read more]

That looks good mate. I do like the look of the BSA too

Wise decision IMHO

I’d be nervous with a dog like that n no incident. Price sounding good on intake. I’m guessing manifold will allow webber to fit straight in standard frame? If so I will have one please.

Blimey mate that’s quite some contrast of events to deal with. Hopefully your wife recovers ok and everything gets back to normal for you.
I won’t interfere with your vision but may help with your decisions as I would be interested in a webber inlet manifold. Do you have a price?
Anyway welcome back to our world.

The fuel tap on the B is gravity fed. Are you saying there are no vac pipes from the top of the carbs?

There are clocks about for the CSR but you are looking abroad. New ones go around £65 each plus postage etc. Second hand ones are a guess. The ones I have are tatty but depending on your skills can be refurbished.

There are/were 2 CSR’s on…[Read more]

You will be very very lucky. I’ve been chasing rings for months now. Pistons are easy to get. Rings almost impossible unless you wish to spend silly money.

Hi Leema
Firstly the fuel. Turning the fuel tap to PRIME just bypasses the diaphragm of the tap. This is operated by 2 pipes that come from the carbs (1 from each carb at the top) that go into a TEE piece that in turn connects to the fuel tap. This is the smaller of the 2 pipes on the tap. When the engine is running the carbs create a suction on…[Read more]

Hee Hee. It’s a tedious job but needs to be done. There’s nothing worse than hoping it’s OK then finding out it’s not after rebuilding. I use a Stanley knife blade and wire wool

Sorry pal I can’t make it. I’m up to my neck in decorating . On a time limit as I have a party in just over 3 weeks and I’m behind.

Hi Lee,

nice classical Honda 😉
Good luck with your Kawa Twin !

Cheers, Michael

No problem mate. I am only charging what I paid and would have to pay again to replace.

Re petrol. It sounds like the tap to me. On the CSR it is a vacuum tap so only works when the engine is running. Check the pipe from the top of both carbs to the tap (smaller one) If that is damaged or missing then replace. If it is intact I would expect the…[Read more]

Hi Michael.
I bought some CSR clocks from you sometime last year I think. Would those be the ones you were looking for?

Hi Leema
I might be able to get some clocks together but I’m quite sure they will be tatty as I have been trying to get good sets for my CSR’s. Will try and have a look at weekend.

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Right here goes. I have a spare grab rail. It is in very good condition. I believe it’s been cleaned ready for chroming. I got one chromed few years ago. As a single item it cost me £50 which I think is quite dear. Will sell either but obviously the chromed one will be £50 more than the non chromed. Up to you Leema

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I might have a spare grab rail but will also have to check. They aren’t easy to come by