Cribs 2.0 my garage.

 

 

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I Like things other than mopeds too.

So I have always loved how electronics from the 50’s and 60’s worked. They are simple and efficient machines to say the least. I remember taking apart an old fan from the 60’s when I was a kid just to see how it worked. I recently acquired an old school late 50’s 16mm projector from my friend Ian . The projector is in really good shape but doesn’t work. To be honest I dont have any film lying around but I would like to make this work again as it has become an interesting conversation piece in our home. After several beers and sheer boredom I decided to open the projector up and have a look. The problem is actually very simple, after testing the switch (Ian Hinted It could be this) I discovered that it was toast. So I removed the switch and will try to source a new one at Radio Shack tomorrow.  Here are a few pics.

 

Slow and Steady Wins the Race?

So my magnum project has been creeping along at a turtles pace due to my lack of free time. I have been busy with work and other junk. I did however manage to get the front wheel mounted up correctly on the magnum and figure the spacing for the rear this weekend. I also replaced all the bearings in the wheels. I decided not to paint this bike until I have it together and running. Either way I like how it is evolving so far.

Cribs Version 1.0

So I wonder at times about what other people who are into mopeds houses and work areas look like. So I decided to make a video of my moped space for your viewing or spewing pleasure. I will make version 2.0 of my garage later on.

 

The Trimags Have Arrived!

Yup the sweet Trimags arrived today from ebay! The reason I wanted these wheels is because they are fairly unique looking. They also  came factory with sealed bearings and 12mm axles. Did I mention they look amazing? Anyway the rear wheel needs new bearings and I think I might actually powdercoat these puppies black. Got any good wheel color suggestions? The snowflakes that are currently on the magnum project will just get swapped over to my wife’s maxi project, so no loss.

Speaking of her maxi project……I have a dilema. GG (Grocery Getter) as my wifes maxi will be called has a bit of weird aluminum oxidation on her e50 cases.At one point it looked likestalactites where growing off the case. I decided to try and boil them a bit to clear some of the gook off but they still look like crap and scrubbing only does so much. Maybe I will try some CLR or oven cleaner, although oven cleaner seems a bit harsh for the aluminum.

Intakes!

So I got my intake finished today!, It’s not the prettiest  thing I ever created but I think its good for doing it by hand with a dremel. Anyway Here are some pics!

MaGnUm PoWeR!!!

So I have been building a magnum in my living room for a few months now. I am in no rush to finish it and am trying to just take my time. It’s nice to have a clean build in my apartment during the rainy season here in Seattle. Last weekend I went to Naz’s shop and fully assembled the motor. I had it together once already but was unable to get one of the clutch circlips to pop into place. After a little coaxing from the press on my crank and a lot of shiming my clutch was perfect.
This bike is going to be receiving the tillotson carby. It’s a 20mm diaphragm fed carb that requires no jets. I loath removing float bowls over and over again during jetting, so this should be fun. Currently the intake I have is a little off so I am making a transfer spacer for it. To bad all my dremel bits are toast. This is a really rough example of what it will kinda look like. Oh and one more quick thing, the black snowflake mag wheels pictured above are going to be removed and placed on my wife’s puch maxi. My wheels will be a set of 16in tri-spoke korado rims that I purchased off ebay. Lots of fun in threes!

Updates are coming

Sorry Its been a little weak lately, I will get some updates going soon, Enjoy the video.

The magnum Is Growing Like a little mutant.

Yup the magnum is coming together slowly. I have all the parts basically now I just have to fit this thing together. Here is a sneak of my progress.

Top Gear

So I watch very little tv, but when I do dive into the shit box I love to watch myself some Top Gear.