Author Topic: Virginian's Meanderings (Read 26146 times)

Virginian · « **Reply #400 on:** October 26, 2019, 03:48:39 PM »

First item of order was to knock the stink off of it so I hit it hard with the pressure washer using a de-greaser.
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Throw it up on the lift and let's find out how bad...
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I pulled the panels off and it seems some critter was was storing winter's food in there.
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It's 100% bone stock so that's a good point to start from.
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Bad gas and totally varnished.
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Looks like some mouse was mealing on some of the wires, luckily no core of the wires have been compromised, just the outer shroud.
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Virginian · « **Reply #401 on:** October 26, 2019, 03:51:25 PM »

Air filter is not too bad.
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Pic doesn't tell the story but the oil is coal black.
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I pulled the gas tank and there were more surprises underneath.
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The spark plug is tired.
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Fuel filter is shot.
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Coolant is shot.
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Virginian · « **Reply #402 on:** October 26, 2019, 03:55:34 PM »

So it appears I have my work cut out for me on this project. On the surface and in no particular order I need to do or replace the following:

- Oil change
- Fuel Filter
- Coolant flush
- New spark plug
- New jets and rebuild carburetor or new carb
- Seafoam the dickens outta the gas tank or replace
- Replace all fuel lines
- Air element
- Replace fuel pump
- Replace both brake levers
- And some miscellaneous crush washers, gaskets, and tidbits.

Here's a good pic of the carburetor.
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I flushed the coolant and take a look at this, it came out green.
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Then turned tan? What the heck?
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And remained separated? Thoughts anyone?
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Changed the oil. Gotta love the ease of maintenance of an old GY6 Honda motor!
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The oil screen was not congested and cleaned up for reinstall.
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Finally took a peek at the CVT. Wow, it was dirty. I cleaned it up and will dig into that when I get the motor straitened out first.
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Parts are on order so I buttoned her up and set her to the side till I get some supplies. Actually she's cleaning up nicely imo!
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Virginian · « **Reply #403 on:** October 26, 2019, 03:57:22 PM »

Now I have never really wrenched on a GY6 so this will be a leaning experience for me.

I took the carburetor off and dissembled it. The jets were all clogged and for kicks and grins I cleaned them up and slapped it back together. I shot some starter fluid on the intake and she fired right up. Woohoo! First time in 3 years. But! Running rough as a cob and barely at 25% of it's red zone.

So there ya have it. That's what's happening at Casa de Redneck this week. Thanks for looking in on my meanderings!

Eric

garry · « **Reply #404 on:** October 26, 2019, 04:12:03 PM »

But it runs!

viffergyrl · « **Reply #405 on:** October 26, 2019, 05:53:31 PM »

IT'S ALIVE!!!!!

Virginian · « **Reply #406 on:** October 26, 2019, 07:02:04 PM »

Quote from: garry on October 26, 2019, 04:12:03 PM

But it runs!

Indeed it does!

Quote from: viffergyrl on October 26, 2019, 05:53:31 PM

IT'S ALIVE!!!!!

I have much to update on this build, but pizza and wings first tonight!

Virginian · « **Reply #407 on:** October 28, 2019, 11:30:54 AM »

My parts that are on order for the Ruckus will be here in part tomorrow and the rest on Friday. So let's get to it!

So I went grocery shopping for the my scoot.
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So based on a friends recommendation I've removed the gas tank and loaded it up with Coke and a handful of nuts and bolts. Sealed her up and shook the daylights out of it. Well... with the vented gas cap Coke shot up right through it from the carbonation and shot up my nose and hosed my face. Bwhahaha

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I'm not sure if the low fuel switch is working but I'll have a go and see what I can do when I do final assembly.
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I took an angle grinder and attached a wire cone brush and spiffed up the tank knocking off most the corrosion. It came out pretty good actually, I'm not sue if I'm going to paint it or not?
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Virginian · « **Reply #408 on:** October 28, 2019, 11:35:24 AM »

Next up the kick starter isn't returning when you kick it. From what I've read they all are pretty much not so good. So I disassembled it and cleaned up all moving parts and re-greased it. It works like a champ now!

Before.
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After.
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I will mention 2 tools that are just awesome if you do a lot of wrenching. The Milwakee impact driver is amazing on tearing down a bike in minutes. The DeWalt 'gyro' screwdriver rocks for anything light duty and has torque adjustment. What I mean by gyro is the more you tilt it one direction or the the other the faster it engages. Both tools have LED lighting when in operation which helps.
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All of the turn signal tabs are tweaked or bent a little from being dumped. I use a crescent wrench firmed up tight and just tweak them back gently.
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Pro tip: If you're worried about your finish, powdercoat or paint save your old work gloves and cut off a piece to use with the wrench. Works every time.

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One of the bent signal tabs has started to rust a tad from I assume when the powdercoating was compromised. I have used ACF-50 for years, it stops rust in its tracks. It sprays on and foams up then saturates the area coating it. I believe this stuff is aircraft quality.
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While I'm waiting on parts I disconnect every wiring harness and give it a a good dose of Dielectric grease. All bolts on final assembly will get blue Locktite.
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A small protip: If you wrench on Japanese bikes please do yourself a favor and purchase a JIS (Japanese Industry Standard), this is the correct screwdriver to mate properly with your bikes screws. Yes! They do make that big of a difference. About $12 on Amazon here. A #2 will handle most of your needs and the "impacta" variant have a metal cap on the handle when you need to strike a screw with a hammer.
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And there she sits ready for a some parts love. With a little luck I can wrap up this project by the early part of next week.
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Thanks for stopping by and reading!

Peace,

Eric

Virginian · « **Reply #409 on:** October 28, 2019, 11:39:37 AM »

$53 dollars for fuels hoses... Ouch!

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Virginian · « **Reply #410 on:** October 28, 2019, 11:42:46 AM »

Time for a Ruckus among us update!

The postal gods are smiling upon me.
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First I treated the areas on the frame that are also the engine mounts for rust.
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I ordered the proper caps to seal them up from the elements.
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Next replaced the sparkplug.
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Replaced a missing bolt for the rear fender.
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Virginian · « **Reply #411 on:** October 28, 2019, 11:45:46 AM »

Next up to replace the jacked up levers.
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The parking brake was tweaked as well so I ordered one as it was cheap.
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The new carburetor installed along with the fuel filter, Fuel pump, fuel lines and one way valve.
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The carnage...
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Virginian · « **Reply #412 on:** October 28, 2019, 11:47:56 AM »

So after a a couple of Coke treatments to the gas tank here's a view into the gas tank. Clean as a pin!!!
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Taped up the areas I didn't want paint.
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My fabbed paint booth drying process.

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Virginian · « **Reply #413 on:** October 28, 2019, 11:52:20 AM »

I had no idea the Ruckus was water cooled until I bought this scoot.

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Okay, I final assembled the Ruckus and heres a quick 14 second video of the first start up. It fired right up and please note that the rattling you hear is the Ruckus vibrating on the metal lift on the center stand. Woohoo, purrs like a kitten!

https://vimeo.com/368905675

leeo45 · « **Reply #414 on:** October 28, 2019, 02:32:48 PM »

Great work as always. It sounds like my Honda lawn mower when it is running.

I have never seen coolant do exactly that. The only thing close was when I had a diesel injector seal fail and there was diesel fuel in the coolant. That was fairly obvious due to the smell.

Virginian · « **Reply #415 on:** October 28, 2019, 02:58:25 PM »

Quote from: leeo45 on October 28, 2019, 02:32:48 PM

Great work as always. It sounds like my Honda lawn mower when it is running.

I have never seen coolant do exactly that. The only thing close was when I had a diesel injector seal fail and there was diesel fuel in the coolant. That was fairly obvious due to the smell.

Lee,

A good friend of mine who is a very good tech said the following: "sometimes coolant will separate/coagulate if its not regularly warmed up to temperature, also coolants don't always mix."

Thanks for stopping by and reading.

st2sam · « **Reply #416 on:** October 28, 2019, 04:34:28 PM »

Thanks for sharing, awesome job! (as expected

)

OH, and thank God I'm not a Coke drinker.

Bryan.VFR · « **Reply #417 on:** October 29, 2019, 07:13:15 AM »

I'm sorry, but I literally LOL'd at the Coke!

That being said, if I ever bought a neglected bike that needed to be brought back to life, I'd definitely make the trip to VA to have you do it. You are really meticulous, and I would have no trouble trusting something you've wrenched on.

Virginian · « **Reply #418 on:** October 29, 2019, 10:01:02 AM »

Quote from: st2sam on October 28, 2019, 04:34:28 PM

Thanks for sharing, awesome job! (as expected )

OH, and thank God I'm not a Coke drinker.

Right! Thank you Sam.

Quote from: Bryan.VFR on October 29, 2019, 07:13:15 AM

I'm sorry, but I literally LOL'd at the Coke!

That being said, if I ever bought a neglected bike that needed to be brought back to life, I'd definitely make the trip to VA to have you do it. You are really meticulous, and I would have no trouble trusting something you've wrenched on.

You should have heard the cussing as that fiasco was going on. lol Thank you Bryan.

Virginian · « **Reply #419 on:** October 29, 2019, 10:05:09 AM »

I rode it for 5 miles and she ran dang good as it's trying to digest any spooge I didn't manage to get on cleansing of the entire fuel system. My question is to the aficionados of the Ruckus is this; on flat ground she will do 30 mph (indicated), on even the slightest upgrade she drops to indicated 25. On a slight downhill she will hit 35 mph in a hurry. Does this sound about right and is there a restriction plate in the new carb that is capping out its performance?

After I put 5 miles on her I checked the coolant. Yikes! That was fresh coolant!
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Another recommendation from an ADV peep; after a wild goose chase to find citric acid I found it Wally World. I mixed up a batch and flushed the radiator.
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After starting it again with the citric acid and letting it warm up for 5 minutes it started to look murky again.
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I'll spiff up the battery box with a coat of wax and remove the University of MD parking stickers.
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If I get time I'll post a ride video of how she rolls now. So that's it for Virginan's meanderings.

Eric

Virginian · « **Reply #420 on:** October 29, 2019, 10:08:28 AM »

Out getting a fresh tank of gas and hopefully a short video of it performing.
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Virginian · « **Reply #421 on:** October 29, 2019, 10:12:39 AM »

Okay here's some raw footage (2 minutes +) and my GoPro was cutting in and out. (I hate the damn GoPro) but you get the idea of how's she's running. Remind me never to purchase a Gopro ever again...
https://vimeo.com/369040112

On a side note the citrus acid in the distilled water really did a nice job of flushing and cleaning up the radiator. Just be sure to flush it shortly after using baking soda and distilled water to neutralize the acid. It took 7 flushes in this case to really get it clean.

Virginian · « **Reply #422 on:** October 29, 2019, 10:25:25 AM »

After about 15 miles I was seeing no change in the reservoir for the coolant so I was thinking the thermostat was defective. (purple coolant)
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After a 25 mile run she finally broke loose and is working properly.
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I flushed the radiator 7 times, no real gunk coming out, just murky looking water. I've put in fresh coolant and buttoned that up. The last thing to do is change the final drive fluid but I need a syringe to suck out the old and I don't have one at this time. I'll take this scoot up to my nephew's and drop it off, I want him to put 100 or 200 miles on her and we'll (with him) do another oil change and change the final drive oil at that time. This ones done and the gray ghost needs to get back on the lift to reassemble.

So here's the story of my nephew and this kind of ties into the "Why millennial's don't buy motorcycles" thread. Skeeter, my nephew is 19 and has no driver's licence, he doesn't want to get one because it opens the door to more responsibility. He and most of his friends view the world through this lens... So they bounce through life mooching rides or just not going anywhere. He has shown an interest in scooters over the years as his weird uncle keep rolling up on one.

After several discussion with him I discussed a 49cc scoot, no license needed, no insurance needed, just a VA walking ID (every state is different). He seemed to gravitate to this concept, so I'm financing this scoot and will keep it mechanically sound. We have agreed on a payment plan and spoke in depth about the repercussions if you don't pay. Simply put, miss a payment I will call and you have xxx amount of time to make good, if that doesn't happen I'm on my way to repossess the scoot and it will be sold and all proceeds go to hip Nat'l Bank of Uncle Eric.

So this is my attempt to get this young man to stand on one leg at least and we shall see how this plays out. Tomorrow I drive up to drop it off with some minimal gear to get him started. With a little luck it will take hold and motivate him to a better quality of life being mobile.

Thanks for stopping by and reading!

Eric

bungie4 · « **Reply #423 on:** October 30, 2019, 12:28:34 PM »

Cool.

st2sam · « **Reply #424 on:** October 30, 2019, 04:17:30 PM »

Best Uncle Ever!

viffergyrl · « **Reply #425 on:** October 30, 2019, 04:58:59 PM »

So if the nephew fails to follow through, dibs on first refusal.

Virginian · « **Reply #426 on:** October 30, 2019, 05:20:10 PM »

Quote from: viffergyrl on October 30, 2019, 04:58:59 PM

So if the nephew fails to follow through, dibs on first refusal.

Sure!

Virginian · « **Reply #427 on:** October 31, 2019, 09:14:18 AM »

Happy Halloween
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The Gray Ghost is back on the lift and I'm waiting on one bolt I dropped and hit my foot never to be seen again as it shot across the garage. I spent an hour tearing up the garage looking for it. Gah!
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It's located top dead center of the leg shield.
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Virginian · « **Reply #428 on:** November 01, 2019, 03:15:56 PM »

And Skeeter is tagged and legal. Vaya con dios~
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Packing up tonight to head to Vegas and meeting some of my riding friends coming out from SoCal. Woot Woot!

Virginian · « **Reply #429 on:** November 14, 2019, 09:08:34 PM »

Vegas is a little cooler then I thought it would be! I had an interesting situation with 2 mock show girls I may share about. Very Happy
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There's not much scooter content here in Vegas but did see a few things notable.

Evil Kneivel
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Kriss Angel chopper
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Virginian · « **Reply #430 on:** November 14, 2019, 09:09:10 PM »

I met up with Sam, Colby and Brian. Here's a quick pic and I'll post the rest when I settle in for the evening.
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Virginian · « **Reply #431 on:** November 14, 2019, 09:09:43 PM »

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Virginian · « **Reply #433 on:** November 14, 2019, 09:10:52 PM »

In closing I would like to say thank you to each of these fine fellows. I'm absolutely blown away that someone would hop in a car and drive all the way to Vegas to have a meal with me. Honestly, I don't deserve such kindness and I'm humbled by all the gentlemen. Imu, we missed you and wished you were there. I am blessed beyond belief from many folks here in Battle Scooters. Gentlemen from the bottom of my heart, thank you.

Eric

st2sam · « **Reply #434 on:** November 15, 2019, 07:10:33 AM »

Eric, as always, thanks for sharing.
(your really love'in your scooter time

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viffergyrl · « **Reply #435 on:** November 15, 2019, 07:48:52 AM »

Wow! That's pretty cool!

Virginian · « **Reply #436 on:** November 15, 2019, 10:56:58 AM »

Chillis turned me onto a place to go investigate and get away from the debauchery in Vegas. There's a saloon called the Pioneer Saloon that dates back to 1903 that's rich with history.
http://www.pioneersaloon.info/

If you're riding through it's worth a stop by for a look see.

This place is chock full of history but much of it has been demolished/burned down like the old two story hotel. Also bullet holes in the wall in the saloon where somebody was shot during a poker game. This saloon is also where Clark Gable waited out word or Carol Lombard's safety after her plane crashed into the mountain out back. Sadly she passed away...
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The bullet holes where a dude got shot and died over a poker game.
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Virginian · « **Reply #437 on:** November 15, 2019, 11:19:53 AM »

Spotted a Cub here in Vegas. Any of you scooter hoodlums?
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Virginian · « **Reply #438 on:** November 15, 2019, 11:31:03 AM »

Last item of maybe interest to some of you we hit up the Neon Boneyard. Here is where all the old neon signs from Las Vegas' hay day go to rest and it was cool to see these from many years ago. As luck would have it they had a Tim Burton exhibit. If you're a TB fan it would be worth your time to peruse these pics. The bone yard was way cool as well. Read about it here. https://www.neonmuseum.org/

Some of TB's doodles.
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That's it for this trip, back to scooters in a few days as I'm waiting on parts.

Life is short, enjoy the ride!

Eric

Virginian · « **Reply #439 on:** November 15, 2019, 11:40:22 AM »

So here's the story of the two mock show girls. There were two gals dressed up in show girls outfits and you can take pics with them. After the pics they hit me up for $40 each for the service. I said that's a bit stout don't you think for 2 minutes of work? They replied well our employer takes a cut, blah, blah...

I said, wow! What a coincidence! Don't you know who I am? I'm the Virginian on Battle Scooters, I'm world renowned! My company only charges $30 to have your pic taken with me. So here's $10 each for your trouble and bounced.

I heard a lot of mf'n going on in the background. Hehe
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There's a good pic of a midget Elvis I'd share but there is a couple of scantily dressed gals in the background and I don't want to get the ban hammer dropped on me. lol

Virginian · « **Reply #440 on:** November 18, 2019, 04:13:38 PM »

My missing link, the screw I ordered arrived on Saturday. Has anyone else notice that e-commerce sites are trending towards sending a confirmation email of your order accompanied with a picture?
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And it's arrival.
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I ordered a rather large item from China and received a confirmation email as well with a pic and just received it as well. This one got hung up in customs for three months.
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And this sticker was on it as well.
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Anywho, what a wild world we live in! I'll have Gray Ghost up and rolling this week and hope to be riding it soon.

Virginian · « **Reply #441 on:** November 18, 2019, 04:21:47 PM »

A small update on Skeeter and the Ruckus, I had to prod him a few times to get a status update while I was away. He had a zero mph tip over and the scoot is no worse for the wear. Welcome to our world and crossing over that bridge Skeet.
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A 100 miles into it and he's still alive. Score!

The missing bolt for the Gray Ghost should be arriving soon and I will get that one back on the road dodging snow flakes. I did very well in Las Vegas and absconded some of my ill gotten gains for a few tidbits for the GG. I checked on a windscreen and should mention that I gravitate towards OEM as I feel the hardware is superior.

First I looked at a winter screen that somewhat covered your hands. Holy smokes!!!! $341 dollars, I passed on this one and aesthetically I just don't like it.
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So off to the fly screen and hopefully it's cheaper. Nope!
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Odd thing is the part number is alien to google and Piaggio so the parts person at AF1 is chasing that rabbit down the hole for me. Either way it will be 6 to 8 weeks to get. Doh! Either way, AF1's followup with me is second to none.

Next up when I get the time is to order a rear rack and painted to match top box. Cha-ching! Pimp'n ain't easy...

Thanks for tuning in to my mess of a thread.

Eric

Virginian · « **Reply #442 on:** November 27, 2019, 05:51:51 PM »

AF1 got back with me and Kirk had taken the time to mount, take pics and email the different screens for mt Gray Ghost. I am at a loss for words at this kind of service. Customer for life I am!
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I emailed him back, I'll take it! Within 30 minutes I was billed the the item was packaged and tracking into was sent to me. So this windshield is on the bench waiting to be installed. I have turkey day tomorrow with my family and I'll be doing final assembly on Black Friday or Saturday.

To all my scooter and motorcycle friends, I wish you all the best this Thanksgiving and hope you share it with loved ones.

Sincerely,

Eric

viffergyrl · « **Reply #443 on:** November 27, 2019, 05:56:47 PM »

And to you as well.... Happy Thanksgiving!

leeo45 · « **Reply #444 on:** November 27, 2019, 06:09:21 PM »

Quote from: Virginian on November 27, 2019, 05:51:51 PM

AF1 got back with me and Kirk had taken the time to mount, take pics and email the different screens for mt Gray Ghost. I am at a loss for words at this kind of service. Customer for life I am!

I emailed him back, I'll take it! Within 30 minutes I was billed the the item was packaged and tracking into was sent to me. So this windshield is on the bench waiting to be installed. I have turkey day tomorrow with my family and I'll be doing final assembly on Black Friday or Saturday.

To all my scooter and motorcycle friends, I wish you all the best this Thanksgiving and hope you share it with loved ones.

Sincerely,

Eric

Outstanding service from AF1. I'm not getting a scooter just yet, but I added an AF1 Racing bookmark to my browser. Always enjoy the updates.

Happy Thanksgiving !

Virginian · « **Reply #445 on:** December 05, 2019, 10:07:13 AM »

TBT - Throw Back Thursday

Pop's 1946 Indian Chief side-hack with a functional reverse circa 1985 (I think?)
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Virginian · « **Reply #446 on:** December 07, 2019, 05:55:01 PM »

Final assembly of the Gray Ghost went smooth as silk and I installed a pigtail for my Battery Tender and heated Jacket. I cant say I'm a fan of it hanging out from the battery mat but I'll remove it come spring.
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I installed the OEM windshield that I ordered from AF1 as well. I mentioned that I prefer OEM windshields as I feel Piaggio does a magnificent job planning ahead during design and development. In this case there's two large holes to accommodate the windshield as seen in this pic.
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The main spar of the windshield have compression rubber stoppers for a easy install.
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One thing notable is that Vespa places a hologram sticker with a specific serial number on their windshields. I guess knock offs are getting a tad out of hand?
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Virginian · « **Reply #447 on:** December 07, 2019, 06:07:20 PM »

After a very easy install I removed the warning stickers on the windshield and you guessed it, the stickers leave a nasty residue of glue on the windshield.
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Pro tip: Use Zippo or Ronson lighter fluid, it melts the glue away like magic!
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Got her all installed and then realized I forgot to install the mirrors!!!

So I had to remove the windshield and then install the mirrors.
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The Gray Ghost is ready for winter duty!

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Virginian · « **Reply #448 on:** December 07, 2019, 06:16:37 PM »

One thing that may be notable is the crest ornament on the front fender is actually an arch with a space in it. Something I've never seen on a Vespa.
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After hooking up the pigtail for the Battery tender I knew I had to reset the gauge cluster back to English, mph, clock, etc., etc. I was playing Xmas carols off my phone on the Bluetooth speaker and when I turned the scoot on the Mia picked right up on what I was playing. lol
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I hope all of you are in good health and in the wind this holiday season. Thanks for stopping by and reading my meanderings.

Eric

tankhead · « **Reply #449 on:** December 08, 2019, 10:24:04 AM »

Happy holidays to you my friend. Beautiful pics and I am digging your long hair.

Ps> I do see a fingerprint on the vespa arch pic. LOL

Otherwise it's as clean as a whistle. Best of luck with it.