... I wouldn't think so with the exception that something is better than nothing. The old Bosch Ft1v4 distributor lube is still available from the legendary...
Good morning, ladies and gentlemen, Before posting to the list, there are things you need to know. The first thing is : there are 850 people on the list. If...
5united@yahoogroups.com
Mar 1, 2004 6:19 pm
20105
I like my magnetic Wolfman. I did have to modify it a bit by moving two of the magnets for best effect on the /5 tank (I have das grosser tank). John...
I'm looking into getting the standard pair of Hagons. The price seems right but are they decent shocks? Any experience, opinions appreciated. Thanks in...
Let's be fair here. When it comes to robust and reliable ignition systems, its hard to beat Bosch. The initial install and adjustment may be difficult, but...
Bobobo Beer
DISCODADDYDAN@...
Mar 1, 2004 9:37 pm
20108
Anybody have a good suggestion how to remove the races from the upper and lower head. Clymers suggests driving them out with brass drift, but the races are in...
There's no difference in the pipes between the SWB and the LWB bikes. An authentic early SWB muffler won't have the recess necessary to extract the rear axle...
Mr. Wilson says Cam lube should be available at most auto parts stores. Get a small tube! One would *think* that. But even speed shops don't carry this stuff ...
Mehosky, Brian L.
brian.mehosky@...
Mar 1, 2004 9:37 pm
20111
* Pull the springs off the shocks. * Clamp the lower end in your vise * Pull and push the upper end, being sensitive to the resistance you encounter. You...
Folks please help me if you can to determine the probable reasons and remedies to correct my frequent exhaust burbling problem with the R75/5! The motor was...
mellow@...
Mar 2, 2004 2:02 am
20113
There are two basic approaches. One is to have a welder weld a bead around the race. The heating and then shrinking cause them to drop right out.... option 2....
Randy, Konis are great old shocks. Clean 'em up, repaint the bodies and springs if need be and run them. As long as they're not leaking, they're probably still...
Nigel, I have them on my /5 and my R100. Don't have a lot of miles on them yet, but so far they seem to work for me. I'm not thrilled about having to keep the ...
back-fire is almost always a lean condition. your norton pipes will most likely allow more air flow thus leaning it out. if your heads were redone my...
Sometimes a richer mixture will reduce the popping, but it would need to be richer at closed throttle, not the main jet. Quite likely, this is just the...
Assuming timing and valves are set right, take the bike for a ride with a screw driver in your pocket. After it is warm, at 25-30 mph in 2nd gear, close the...
Had them on my /5 for 3 years now, work great for me. Ditto on Dave Quinn cycle, excellent service and happy to answer all kinds of silly questions. Kelly...
No one but you was suggesting two sets of points. My original question was why they didn't put a single-lobe cam on the crankshaft with ONE set of points....
I have a 1973 R75/5 with heavy duty springs in the front forks. My manual recommends 280 cc of fork oil per leg. Does this change amount change for heavy...
To riders in Central Texas,USA, Just emailing to see if there will be a turnout at the first friday beer/dinner/gathering at the San Marcos, Texas square on...
for those in need of stalks or front signals, i have a set of each on ebay. stalks: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll? ViewItem&item=2464361323 ...
Red My Ole R75/5 has heavy duty springs she was set with Dextron 3 when I got her the spring action was similer to my R90 that was set up with Progessive...
Thanks for al the responses from Mark, Dave, Duane et al! After considering it all I've decided the simplest way to eliminate probably causes would be first to...
mellow@...
Mar 3, 2004 9:31 pm
20130
Brent copied and saved ads for used R75/5 over the past year. I have them posted on my web site. I hope that they are of some use....
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