Practically Classics Forum

Just a couple of thoughts: 1) Re. carb balancing, I know my Midget is a very different beast, but it does have twin SU carbs, and I found that the Gunson Carb Balancer tool was VERY effective in getting the vacuum "suck" on both carbs aligned and balanced absolutely spot on. You can do it at tickove...

Fantastic stuff, sounds like a lot of fun doing that - there's something about doing bikes that's extra rewarding I think - maybe because compared to a car they're quick to do, and a lot less rust? Looks fab in the photo on the prom - well, in all the photos, but especially that one. Loving the fron...

Oooh, metal porn!

Good stuff, enjoying this. Does this engine have valve stem seals on the intake valves? If so, you'd be wise to replace them as you're pulling all the valves anyway. Just mention it as it looks to me like that engine has burnt a bit of oil in its time - not critical, but not perfect either. Cheers :D

Can't really recommend one, I've had mine around 20 years now. Suggest you just research reviews etc. and don't forget the golden rule in life - you will generally get what you pay for.

What sort of mask are you using? I can strongly recommend a photo-reactive one (not sure what the correct term is) that darkens ONLY when the arc is happening, before and after striking the arc it's pretty clear. I wear my glasses under mine to improve sight & focus. It also helps to shine a good la...

Loving this, thanks. How/where did you source the engine?

That bike is amazing - talk about brought back from the brink!

I'd love to see more pics of the resto and hear the full story, where did you get the bits for example? Is that an early Villiers engine? I vaguely remember that James used Villiers, amongst a number of other manufacturers of the time.

Wobbly in what way? Which bit is "wobbling" ? Need more detail mate!

What type of calipers are they (by which I mean do they slide on stainless steel pins i.e. single piston type or are they fixed solid to the caliper carrier and have double pistons) - pics would help!

Hey Up Chaps, glad to see the forum is back up and running, and that Terry has ressurected himself :D I've not been on for ages due to life changes but then tried to pop on one day and it had gone. Anyway, I hope to post a bit now and again, not doing a lot with cars these days as we left Scotland ...