I am starting to have problems finding non-resistor sparking plugs. I’ve ordered B7ES and got BR7ES and local parts stores show that B7 superseded to resistor. A non-resistor cap should solve it if you have the same issue.
The sidestand on the SP was too short (and bent), heavy (steel) and the foot was big enough to catch on things. So I made up an aluminum one. Half the weight, proper height and tucks away nicely. Not as strong, but should be adequate. I made the pivot out of a solid square of 6061, then some same tu...
I would not have thought of that- good way to get it right. Those old point systems on the bikes barely worked when working- the early Japanese ones seemed pretty bad (even though rest of electrics were pretty good). At least from what I remember. I also remember finding bad condensers even when new...
Those pesky little ball bearings can be easy to loose. (Or remember if you installed). Nice to get some more things fixed up. I made a goofup and bent my aluminum bike hauler rack badly. So I ordered some new metal, cut and welded up. Now I am installing wiring for the lights I added (using some pex...
I took the Super Pioneer out today. Went up Mt Angeles rd and up on the overpass, up the old burn and onto Foothills. I rode a bunch of the new trails since I’ve been there last. The Trials area is a clear cut- so we all lost much interest. All easy trails but still fun. Went to the new parking area...