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- 25 Jun 2021 10:27
- Forum: The 500
- Topic: Sachse Ignition Kit
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2733
Sachse Ignition Kit
I've just ordered the Sachse Ignition kit for my 500- looking forward to receiving it. In the meantime, I have a couple of questions please for anyone who has done this conversion: 1. Does the 'black box' of the Sachse replace the Morini Regulator, indeed does it fit in place of the Regulator behind...
- 21 May 2021 18:58
- Forum: The 500
- Topic: New Rear Caliper Brake Pistons
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3448
Re: New Rear Caliper Brake Pistons
Yes indeed, I was very impressed, they really did go well beyond expectations!
- 19 May 2021 16:10
- Forum: The 500
- Topic: New Rear Caliper Brake Pistons
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3448
Re: New Rear Caliper Brake Pistons
Hi Julian, thanks for the reply. As soon as I get everything together I'll post the details once I know it all fits. Fingers crossed!
- 19 May 2021 05:45
- Forum: The 500
- Topic: New Rear Caliper Brake Pistons
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3448
New Rear Caliper Brake Pistons
Thought I'd list this as a separate topic, even though it's related to the dust seal issue discussed below. During my current 500 restoration, I discovered that new pistons for the rear caliper are unobtainable anywhere it seems. I contacted Powerhouse in Chesterfield (they were recommended within t...
- 19 May 2021 05:19
- Forum: The 500
- Topic: Dust Seal in Rear Caliper
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3437
Re: Dust Seal in Rear Caliper
Thanks for your replies. I have taken a gamble and ordered this one from eBay in the USA (I can't seem to find the same item here in the UK). From the photo, the dust seal looks very similar if not identical to the original one I have just removed. Time will tell.
- 18 May 2021 18:49
- Forum: The 500
- Topic: Armours Silencers
- Replies: 12
- Views: 10477
Armours Silencers
I've just returned a second set of silencers back to Armours. The first set had bad welding around the exit tube with no attempt to smarten it up by dressing. The ends were also left unpolished, at odds with the mirror polished sides. They sent me a second set (or maybe it was the first ones again a...
- 14 May 2021 20:23
- Forum: The 500
- Topic: Dust Seal in Rear Caliper
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3437
Dust Seal in Rear Caliper
Please does anyone know whether the dust seals on the 500 rear caliper should be 'attached' to the caliper? The original dust seals I removed have a lip in the rubber, which sits in the caliper groove, fixing them in place and thus allowing the piston to move independently of the seal. The new ones ...
- 10 May 2021 17:57
- Forum: The 500
- Topic: 500 & 350 brake pads
- Replies: 8
- Views: 4792
Re: 500 & 350 brake pads
On a similar point, when I stripped down the calipers on my 1978 500, I noticed a small spring clip which I assume was fitted to stop the pads from rattling. However, the replacement pads I've bought from Mdina do not include these clips. I haven't got around to reassembly yet, but are these spring ...
- 01 May 2021 12:15
- Forum: The 500
- Topic: How Many Morini 500s?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 5845
Re: How Many Morini 500s?
Thanks everyone for your replies, and particularly Mark. Much appreciated!
- 26 Apr 2021 19:43
- Forum: The 500
- Topic: How Many Morini 500s?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 5845
Re: How Many Morini 500s?
Just asking out of general curiosity. The website advises that there are 202 licenced 'older' Morinis in the UK, plus another 151 on SORN. Naturally this will include all variants, probably mainly 350s. How accurate this figure is, I have no idea!
- 25 Apr 2021 15:06
- Forum: The 500
- Topic: How Many Morini 500s?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 5845
How Many Morini 500s?
I recently checked howmanyleft.co.uk to try to gain an idea of how many Morini 500s there are in the UK. The website is unfortunately none too helpful with such older models as you'll see if you take a look. Please does anyone have any idea how many 500s there are in the UK, taxed or SORN?
- 15 Apr 2021 19:55
- Forum: 250 Vee
- Topic: Anybody Have a Spare Stator Please?
- Replies: 4
- Views: 6263
Re: Anybody Have a Spare Stator Please?
Thanks Hendre, I've managed to obtain one now, but sincerely appreciate your offer of help!
- 13 Apr 2021 21:19
- Forum: The 500
- Topic: 500 Stator Required
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3670
Re: 500 Stator Required
Hi Ming, thanks for the reply - I think I may be sorted now, but will contact you if needed. Sincerely appreciated!
- 12 Apr 2021 14:12
- Forum: Tre e mezzo
- Topic: Anybody Have a Spare Stator Please?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1899
Re: Anybody Have a Spare Stator Please?
Thanks Julian, I may have found a replacement, fingers crossed that it happens. I'll be back in touch if needed - cheers Jonny
- 12 Apr 2021 14:10
- Forum: The 500
- Topic: 500 Stator Required
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3670
Re: 500 Stator Required
Thanks Mark, much appreciated feedback. My own stator is burned out beyond redemption according to West Country Windings, hence the search for a replacement. It looks like I may have found one - fingers crossed! Thanks again for your help.