From the ashes

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Thumper
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Re: From the ashes

Post by Thumper » Wed Oct 01, 2014 7:35 pm

Looking amazing compared with the previous photos after the fire

These bikes really are bullet proof :-)
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surfermick

Re: From the ashes

Post by surfermick » Wed Oct 01, 2014 8:28 pm

great looking bike :D terrible looking brake pads :shock:
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trifire

Re: From the ashes

Post by trifire » Tue Oct 14, 2014 4:49 pm

I have split the caliper with the help of a little heat. I have cleaned it up and replaced all of the seals.

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Next was the rear master cylinder and the other caliper.

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New seals, brake switch and banjo. I have also got some new stainless brake hose to fit.
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Lardmarc
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Re: From the ashes

Post by Lardmarc » Tue Oct 14, 2014 4:55 pm

Well done. At this rate you are going to have it ready for next years Exeter trail.
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trifire

Re: From the ashes

Post by trifire » Sun Nov 09, 2014 8:42 pm

Nearly there, got a few problems to sort out. I have fitted the electrics and was hoping that all would be well except for the odd bulb etc, but have no power to anything, I will post questions in correct topic.
The back brake has been bled and seems fine. The front is a pig, don't know why. I have left it tonight with the lever tied back and I will have a read up on it.



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Flying Dutchman
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Re: From the ashes

Post by Flying Dutchman » Sun Nov 09, 2014 9:16 pm

Therapeutic... Stories like this make me happy! If this is possible, everything is possible. Hopefully you can get the MT out for a ride soon.
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trifire

Re: From the ashes

Post by trifire » Fri Dec 05, 2014 4:11 pm

It seems to be one step forward two steps back but it's 99% complete and engine running. I have got a bit of tweaking to do and questions to ask, hopefully I will have time this weekend to get ready for its MOT. :D
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bth2bth2
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Re: From the ashes

Post by bth2bth2 » Fri Dec 05, 2014 6:57 pm

as has been mentioned before by more illustrious members than i.
check out the lever adjuster screw isnt screwed in too far. this would prevent the master cylinder from returning fully.

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trifire

Re: From the ashes

Post by trifire » Sat Dec 06, 2014 4:43 pm

Thanks for the tip Brian. I was initially happy with the front brake as it stops the wheel from moving however the lever feels like my lever on my drum brakes/cable on the BSA. I tried to bleed it again but seemed to make it worst, the brake still works though.
Here it is as of today, still a few things to fettle.
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Lardmarc
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Re: From the ashes

Post by Lardmarc » Sat Dec 06, 2014 4:53 pm

Well done.
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