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by peakrock
Fri Mar 01, 2024 12:23 pm
Forum: Type 1, 2 and 3
Topic: Dellorto Carb help please
Replies: 2
Views: 249

Re: Dellorto Carb help please

Thanks, that's really useful information. I don't know what cam the engine has but I've asked the previous owner who stripped it down and rebuilt it so fingers crossed. I guess it depends whether the engine was originally modified for more torque or outright power. Perhaps the sensible option is to ...
by peakrock
Thu Feb 29, 2024 7:20 pm
Forum: Type 1, 2 and 3
Topic: Dellorto Carb help please
Replies: 2
Views: 249

Dellorto Carb help please

The Type 1 I'm rebuilding has a Le Mans engine bored out to 950cc and has a pair of Dellorto PHM40 AD carbs on it. I'm at the point of doing the throttle cables and choke - but there doesn't appear to be any choke function on the carbs... :geek: I've looked on the web at pictures of the PHM40 and on...
by peakrock
Fri Feb 09, 2024 8:34 am
Forum: Donor bikes and spares
Topic: Type 1 Front Brake Calipers wanted
Replies: 2
Views: 897

Type 1 Front Brake Calipers wanted

My old calipers are seized up and it looks like the brake fluid inside has solidified, so I’m not sure if they’re worth rebuilding. I’m considering new ones from Triking but I thought I’d check if anyone has a good pair of calipers first?

Dave
by peakrock
Thu Jan 04, 2024 7:52 am
Forum: Type 1, 2 and 3
Topic: Neutral light
Replies: 7
Views: 76276

Re: Neutral light

As Tony says, best to rig up a test bulb to check the switch actually works first. If you're in the UK, Car Builder Solutions have a good selection of warning lights so you might get one that's a close match to your existing ones.

Dave
by peakrock
Mon Dec 11, 2023 10:40 am
Forum: Type 1, 2 and 3
Topic: fuel injection
Replies: 7
Views: 61319

Re: fuel injection

Hi Simon I had a look at the website for the fuel injection and it seems quite expensive - around £1750 for a Citroen 2CV for example. If you’re still considering injection you might be better off sourcing a California engine that’s already injected complete with ECU and wiring harness and selling y...
by peakrock
Fri Dec 08, 2023 4:41 pm
Forum: Type 1, 2 and 3
Topic: fuel injection
Replies: 7
Views: 61319

Re: fuel injection

Hi Simon I suspect you will find strong advocates for sticking with the carbs and equally strong advocates for fuel injection on the forum. It would be interesting to know how much the conversion to fuel injection will cost as that could be the main deciding factor. Personally I like the fact that I...
by peakrock
Tue Nov 28, 2023 1:40 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Type 1 rebuild
Replies: 6
Views: 35617

Re: Type 1 rebuild

Work continues on the Type 1 although a lot of it can't really be seen as it's consisted of sorting out the wiring loom, running fuel line and brake pipes through the tunnel etc. However, the dashboard may be of interest to readers as I had to replace the old wooden one due to cracks, surface damage...
by peakrock
Wed Nov 08, 2023 8:05 pm
Forum: Type 1, 2 and 3
Topic: The Noisy Tappet Saga
Replies: 7
Views: 27111

Re: The Noisy Tappet Saga

Surely you won't need to adjust the valve timing as presumably the cam is profiled to use the standard drive pulley and the ignition timing will just remain as is? Or does it need the ignition advanced/retarded? It looks like you need to check clearances between the mechanical bits but that's all is...
by peakrock
Wed Nov 08, 2023 9:30 am
Forum: Type 1, 2 and 3
Topic: Type 1 Wiring Loom question
Replies: 7
Views: 29503

Re: Type 1 Wiring Loom question

Thanks Simon, I've sorted out the wiper motor connections thanks. The last remaining question is the hazard light switch connector block but I think I'll get the one used on old minis and see if that works - I can always adapt the connections if need be.

Regards Dave
by peakrock
Mon Nov 06, 2023 4:48 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Triking 2023 Calendar
Replies: 37
Views: 119269

Re: Triking 2023 Calendar

I'm a bit confused as this is or was the 2023 calendar thread...