Let's get this show on the road

[Phil]

Found that my headlamp was fecked and nearly fell off my chair when I found out how much AW wants for one. Then I checked out this thread: http://www.laverdaforum.com/forum/index.php/topic,81913.0.html which states that a Fiat 126/127 headlamp unit can be used.
Found an old serviceable Yugo one (same unit) for ?18 so before I buy it I just want to double check that it's a straightforward, like-for-like replacement.

 

[walkermarra]

Yes as is petrol filler cap

 

[Laverdalothar]

Had discussions with AW about the price for these. His point of view was that the ones he has are "NOS" and therefore worth the price.

Well - if they are, the plastic fasteners are out of softener and will brake, the reflector for sure has corroded or is blind and they are no better than the unit that is on my now 30 years old 1000 SFC - why should I spend 180 or more Euro (so - 10 times a new one...) for that if I can get a brand new one with a highly glossy reflector that brings more light for a fraction of that price? He countered: "because it is not original!"  ??? :-X

I am not sure if it is a Fiat 126 or 127 (or if they are the same), but I bought one years ago off ebay and it fitted straight on.

 

[Phil]

Having a right pig of a job getting the crankshaft pinion off at the primary drive side  . Spent the day grinding down an old gear puller to get the lugs under the limited room available but the darned thing keeps slipping off. What sort of puller do you guys use and is there a knack to this?

 

[sfcpiet]

Should be an easy sliding fit, no puller required.

Sounds as if the sprocket may have been fitted with adhesives to make up for worn crank splines.  Do check once you get it off.  Hit it with some heat, should loosen any adhesives if there are any.

Why are you removing it?  The primary chain can be removed by first removing the screws in the clutch basket, then pull off the clutch sprocket.  Should come off far enough to jiggle off the chain/s.

Spline wear occurs when the Jesus nut loosens, usually because the DPO couldn't bring up enough torque upon tightening, or did not properly secure the nut with the lock washer.

piet

 

[Phil]

Hi Piet, think we may be talking about a different part. I'm talking about the pinion that holds the ignition timing magnet. The one thats located with a Woodruff key and an Allen screw inside the ignition timing cover.

 

[sfcpiet]

Phil,

You mean the ignition trigger/inducer?

Grip it with a small pipe wrench/multi-grip pliers on one of the flats and on the inside diameter.  Give the wrench a couple of outward taps with a hammer, should give up quickly.  Normally a light to firm sliding fit, but as there is usually no corrosion protection, rust can make removal a bit stubborn.

piet

 

[2622]

Hi Piet, think we may be talking about a different part. I'm talking about the pinion that holds the ignition timing magnet. The one thats located with a Woodruff key and an Allen screw inside the ignition timing cover.

Phil
Assume you have removed the 6mm Allen bolt from the centre then as per Piet should come off without too much of an issue unless corroded on. Perhaps some rostech or similar releasing agent might help then use a pair of vice grips on the flats and give them a tap or two
Better to use your second set of grips to save any dam to your good set esp if not the originals which seem to cope with years of abuse quite well

 

[Laverdalothar]

Don't forget to remove the woodruff key once you have the trigger off... removing the nut needs it

 

[Dellortoman]

I came across another supplier of P4 caliper seal kits while trawling the web for something un-related. Powerhouse in UK. They have an ebay store.  Seems they have kits for pretty much every kind of bike/caliper you can think of.

http://www.ebaystores.com.au/Powerhouse-Automotive-Ltd/Caliper-Seal-Kits-Ducati-/_i.html?_fsub=4576702017&_sid=1008591237&_trksid=p4634.c0.m322

 

[redfox]

Thanks for that link. Good to know.
Kind regards,
Jacques

 

[rpo83]

I've used Belt and Bevel for my Brembo kits for the Bimotas, they are a great company with a wide range of spares available..

https://beltandbevel.com.au/?s=p4&post_type=product

 

[Dellortoman]

Well, I live and learn. I've been a Ducati owner for nearly 30 years and I've never knew of "Belt and Bevel".

They have the elusive MHR (and Pantah) indicators. They were unobtanium a couple of years ago when mine crumbled to dust. Somebody must have started re-manufacturing them.

 

[rpo83]

Glad i could help, he is based in the ACT, and provides excellent service.

 

[Dellortoman]

Good onya Steve. I just ordered a set of MHR indicators. I dunno whether they're original CEV or an aftermarket copy, but they look just like the original ones. With a bit of luck they will have improved the plastic recipe from the old days. They were made from some flexible crap that went hard and brittle after a few years. You only had to look at them sideways and they'd fall apart.

They used to be like hens' teeth. A few years ago I scoured the internet and found one NOS rear indicator that a bloke in Queensland had. It had gone hard, but was still intact. I was planning to make a silicon mould of it and cast some new ones, but apparently someone has beaten me to it.  Next thing you know they'll be making dentures for chooks.