The Project Has Started...

The easy way out: get a new one
I'm still wondering how it's possible you have such a hard time getiing it out...
Anyway, you can still sell your unused parts afterwards.

I told you this would end up a lot more expensive as foreseen!

Waynus wrote:The easy way out: get a new one
I'm still wondering how it's possible you have such a hard time getiing it out...
Anyway, you can still sell your unused parts afterwards.

I told you this would end up a lot more expensive as foreseen!

I am such a muppet

I know what the problem is and I can use the old brake plate afterall. I have managed to cancel my order on the new one - phew!!!

Basically there is a metal strip inside the oil seal which I didn't realise as I thought it was part of the actual plate itself. I stupidly didn't take a closer look at the new seal.

Someone over on the Planet Mini Trail website pointed that out so at lunchtime (I go home for lunch), I had a closer look and he is right, the strip does come out. However it is stuck solid so have left it to soak in some WD40.

Silly me!
I wasted about 2-3 hours yesterday trying to grind it out when in fact with a bit of muscle I could of have levered it out

I know that... Just didn't think about it because it's so obvious.
Without the metal ring ("spring"), the plastic doesn't have enough strength to fit tight...

Waynus wrote:I know that... Just didn't think about it because it's so obvious.
Without the metal ring ("spring"), the plastic doesn't have enough strength to fit tight...

I am not a mechanic and don't know much about oil seals

However I am learning all the time and I have manage to get the seal out. Used a hammer and a screwdriver and levered it out

Did another parts order last night and when the bits come I carry on it putting things back together.

Got the day off on Friday so I am going to start working on sorting the frame and hopefully get the rear wheel and mudguard back on the bike

Update:

Bike is completely stripped (apart from getting the ignition out) and frame is ready to be blasted and powder coated

I took the petrol tank out (it's full of rust) and the frame was really rusted inside so I am going to get it done. Taking the frame to the powder coaters in the week or next Saturday.

Good decision to get the frame done as well!
You'll be happy in the end.

The tanks are usually full of rust.
Two things you can do:
- threath the current one with a special product
- buy a new one, or a used plastic tank from the CT70.
--> no rust ever again, and it holds 2.8 liters instead of 2.4

Also, make sure to install a fuel filter if you end up using the current one.
This will keep the dirt out of your carb.

Update:

I spent this afternoon working on the bike again. This is what I achieved today:

- Managed to remove the ignition from the frame so it is fully stripped now (only need to pull the stickers off now).
- I got the number plate off the holder (had to drill out 4 rivets) so that it can be blasted and coated
- Sprayed the rear brake plate and also a brake bracket.

I still have loads to do but have come across a big problem, I can't remove the sleeves from the rear shocks. I have followed guides on the net but it's near impossible unless I use the correct tool (which I don't have).
I also need to take the stand and pegs off so I can get them coated too (although it means I will have to find somewhere to put the engine

Here are some pictures:

Very rusted frame:







Painted rear brake plate (needs lacquer to finish):



Painted bracket (needs lacquer as well):



Progress is very slow but once I get the frame back I can start putting things back together and at least have a rolling chassis.

The project really is starting to look good!

I think it isn't progressing slowly... Once you've got the frame back, you'll be suprised how fast how good it will look!

Waynus wrote:The project really is starting to look good!

I think it isn't progressing slowly... Once you've got the frame back, you'll be suprised how fast how good it will look!

Thanks Waynus!

I might be able to take the frame to the powder coaters later this week but need to get time off work and also get those damn rear shocks apart

I am struggling to get the the shocks apart. I know how to do it but I need some sort of clamp to hold the sleeve down whilst I wrestle with the rusted nut. I could make a clamp but it will cost me a bit of money to buy some threaded bar and nuts for it - depending on the time I might try and make one.
This is the sort of thing I would make (but use some wood instead):







You mentioned a fuel filter, sounds like a great idea. How would I go about setting it up and where can I get one from?

This build is turning into a full restoration LOL

You could get one about everywhere.
Every local bike shop has this.

Available in all kinds of colors and shapes.
Costs? About 1£.
Just cut a fuel tube and place this in between.
Can save you a lot of trouble.