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Canberra

Looks like a repeat of a previous year's result with South Africa

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Better luck next time.

Canberra

Poop. No more Wales. Looks like I'll have to support England

John

Canberra

Totally agree. Do not rely on the standard BSA wiring where they used the frame as the earth. I run extra earths back to a common point. The indicators are very prone to poor earths, especially from the front lights.

John

Canberra

A good question, I'll buy it?

It was a great match, worthy of a final. Maybe one advantage was the coach and his background on Kiwi. This time I'm following my forefathers and looking for a welsh win next.

John

Canberra

With all the ups and downs from both sides, the fifth test will be interesting. I certainly wouldn't bet on the outcome

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The ladies game is a better bet

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With the rugby in Japan we'll both be aiming to make a dent against the cousins across the ditch.

Canberra

Is there a source for seat pans? I am looking for one to fit a B50SS with 3 gallon tank.

My existing seat foam is a bit tatty and have a new cover but the metal pan is corroded around the edges.

Alternately anyone with a good seat complete for sale?

John

Canberra

Thanks Midgie, I was trying to cheat using this rough measurement method as shown before striping the wheel back out the frame. As each rim varies in width so the 1 7/8 is also not perfect measurement, I checked with a straight bar across either side of the tyre to the rear subframe so that I was ch...

Canberra

I was trying not to say something

It'll make the next game interesting.

John

Canberra

Hi Trevor, Somehow I doubt if it'll actually be retirement. Maybe a change of jobs - some paid, some not so paid.. Alternately, maybe I'll just become an old fart. So far it looks like I'll be renewing my machine maintenance skills for getting older items working to go to developing countries. It wo...

Canberra

I'm assuming the seal is in the right way round? Sprung lip to the inside.

If there is a burr on the split bush it can cut the seal.

Some replacement seals are rubber on outside and can move due to pressure of the felt washer if it is too thick. That is why I went with a metal case seal.

John

Canberra

Thanks, Lynn is thinking of keeping working for awhile longer, so I expect her to keep me in the way I deserve. Maybe a year or two before we get to do a world trip again. It would be good to both have time to meander, meanwhile I have a few other plans lined up.

John

Canberra

I have taken the rear of my B50SS apart to check the alignment of the center of the rim versus the center of the frame and have found I need to readjust the rear rim on the wheel. I have a WM3 on the SS so the only setup that can be comparable is on the B50T. The MX does not have a speedo drive so I...

Canberra

Another day and this may be off topic and have to be moved by the Moderator into Tales of Woe section.

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Canberra

The handy sprocket nut socket! Has been used a few times now and only way you can torque up the nut properly.

: Had to weld a couple of sockets together but need to be careful you clear all the shaft

John

Canberra

1971/2 B50 and earlier B44 parts books lists it as 40-0243. I just took one into bearing shop and got a replacement with a metal outer - I cannot remember the number.

John

Canberra

That wedge. My version: B50SS tank bolt assembly.JPG It is listed for the H model 82-9795 (part 33) but is hens teeth to find one. They are handy as they keep the center bolt upright as you mount the tank As an aside - have never actually seen a B50SS with B50H as the engine/frame number - do they e...

Canberra

Sorry, not this year for Lynn and I. I gather they are going to use it as a trial for the International. Some BSA friends from Canberra will be there. I need to be at work so I can retire just after my birthday that same week and family want to celebrate both events that same weekend as the rally. J...

Canberra

It also depends on what mounting rubbers you are using. On my B50SS with large tank I am using two thicker rubbers so I had to manufacture a longer bolt and longer tube. I like the tank slightly higher so it doesn't sit on the rats nest wiring and wear out the insulation. I bought new components and...

Canberra

I didn't want to say I told you so

Still a few more to go before we take the Urn.

Canberra

Best we don't talk about the women's side yet.

Canberra

You mention you still have ye olde points, maybe the points capacitor?

Canberra

We lulling the opposition into a sense they think they have it in the bag for the ashes.

John

Canberra

I believe the rotors that were prone to failures on earlier engines were replaced by a modified unit. So only replace with a new rotor and don't look at a second hand one. I think the magnets are stronger as I gather the originals loose magnetism over time and so alternator doesn't produce as much p...

Canberra

I'm guessing, only when the scrumpy is flowing

The kick start aid is matched for the starting a twin, no information on a 500-600cc single?

John

Canberra

Beat, lot more than your outfit!

The standard 2010 SE is 225kgs wet so not nicest if it falls over. I have top box so a bit heavier. I see the new 2019 version has lost about 15kgs (must have more plastic).

Bit more than my B50SS which is probably around the 165kgs wet.

John

Canberra

Impressive

Canberra

Runs sweet - My guess - 220kgs with fuel?

Canberra

Thanks guys. Beat, I believe your new outfit has less weight. Made worse as I had just filled it up with petrol and left the service station. The Bonneville SE version are nice bikes to ride but I agree a bit of a lump to push around. Certainly not as light as the B50 although the SE has lower seat ...

Canberra

One day I will get down there. Weather seems to be great for the event as well this year. Hope everyone has a good time. I know a few go from the Canberra club. I'm a bit laid up anyway recovering from a cracked femur at the hip when the Bonneville fell over on me at a junction after I did an emerge...

Canberra

The B50SS(H) 3 gallon tank with the tank strap was a contoured wire strap with plates welded to the ends to mate with the angled screw housings welded on the tank. The contours were to ensure the strap didn't foul the top of the 500 engine as there is not a lot of room in that area. Using the 3 gall...

Canberra

Doug Fraser uses the valve lifter to start his electric start B50. There is a u-tub video of his many special bikes being started.

John

Canberra

The only time I had one of my valves stick was immediately after a rebuild when I used light grease on the valve stem. I figure it stopped the oil getting through on initial start up. I reassembled using engine oil and no problem.

Canberra

Has anyone found a modern forged prop stand that could replace the original poorly constructed bit of water-pipe?

Canberra

Having bought my bike in 73 I can safely say it was only ever fitted with the barrel type spring holder. The foot did have cross hatch markings on the base but not sure whether that made it better?

Canberra

I bought a replacement new side stand when mine broke, It had no cross hatching and the spring spigot had to be cut off and re-welded in the correct position. I had to also re-weld the top section as the angle for the foot didn't match the machined groove position. It was proudly made in England :??...

Canberra

Doug,

Thanks for that. Do you know who's race B50?

I never went down but many friends from work did. It always seems to be the well attended and everyone enjoys it. Not sure about the temperature this year though.

John

Canberra

Yes, good tale.

Canberra

Ho, Ho Ho and Merry Xmas

. Hope Santa bring everyone something nice and all of you are well.

John and Lynn

Canberra

Is this an early one?

I believe they changed the mount for the suspension rubber on later ones. It had a larger hole for the power box mount?

John

Canberra

Thanks a million Rickard

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John

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