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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 30-Sep-2003, 10:16
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Posted By nelly
I do have one in stock. It's silver, and was...

I do have one in stock. It's silver, and was used for er....... "research" purposes ;)
Never fitted/used £120 delivered ??
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Sep-2003, 15:05
Replies: 22
Views: 5,702
Posted By nelly
The cylinder with the star shaped cutout is...

The cylinder with the star shaped cutout is standard Ducati. It's the later design to alleviate all of the early problems they had, like leaking piston seals :lol:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Sep-2003, 13:49
Replies: 22
Views: 5,702
Posted By nelly
sounds like the seal on the slave cylinder piston...

sounds like the seal on the slave cylinder piston has gone.
It's pretty common. Check around the back of the slave cylinder and front sprocket for fluid.
Replacement isn't too difficult....
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Sep-2003, 19:46
Replies: 17
Views: 3,943
Posted By nelly
Just designed and had my own made and from the...

Just designed and had my own made and from the initial feedback people seem to be happy with them.
Can't comment on how the lever compares to others but it is lighter but still retains good...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-Sep-2003, 21:46
Replies: 10
Views: 3,340
Posted By nelly
I'd heard rumours the FIM ECU was going to...

I'd heard rumours the FIM ECU was going to come in at around £600.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-Sep-2003, 13:08
Replies: 10
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Posted By nelly
Don't know if it's of any interest/use...

Don't know if it's of any interest/use but I now have software to alter the fuelling on the new 5.9 ECU.
It's only a software version of the trimmer in the old ECU and the setting only...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-Sep-2003, 09:15
Replies: 10
Views: 3,340
Posted By nelly
The only real problem you have with using the...

The only real problem you have with using the Techlusion, or a PCIII for that matter, is that you can only add fuel, and under certain conditions/parameters.
Replacing the ECU gives you the option to...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Sep-2003, 10:08
Replies: 4
Views: 2,116
Posted By nelly
Spring cap bolts - 9Nm Make sure you grease...

Spring cap bolts - 9Nm
Make sure you grease 'em with copa-slip though. Easy to shear the heads if they go tight on ya'
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Sep-2003, 15:53
Replies: 13
Views: 3,965
Posted By nelly
As a general rule of thumb, and it is just that,...

As a general rule of thumb, and it is just that, an extra two turns of the adjuster bar usually satisfies most.
the position of the rear hub will have an effect, but for starters 2turns seems to sort...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Sep-2003, 18:34
Replies: 47
Views: 15,072
Posted By nelly
There doesn't seem to be any real pattern to...

There doesn't seem to be any real pattern to the problem.
I've had a few recently that have needed replacing. 748R a little over a year old, 6k. 748BP, '99 ish 4.5k miles, Rockhoppers...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Sep-2003, 11:32
Replies: 2
Views: 1,654
Posted By nelly
Banana.........I've started doing a bit of...

Banana.........I've started doing a bit of trade with Kamna.
I believe V-Two in Australia do a similar product.
I think your biggest problem will be getting an eprom from them for the beast of a...
Forum: 999 / 749 16-Sep-2003, 17:36
Replies: 14
Views: 5,582
Posted By nelly
The 749R looks the business! I'd convert to...

The 749R looks the business! I'd convert to Red to have one of those :o:P
Wonder how Santa's fixed to get one in his sack :devil:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Sep-2003, 00:22
Replies: 13
Views: 4,171
Posted By nelly
It's late :cool: Sorry, yes Ohlins springs...

It's late :cool:
Sorry, yes Ohlins springs will fit the Showa units. Kais fit them when they respring/revalve the units.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Sep-2003, 22:58
Replies: 9
Views: 2,116
Posted By nelly
The DP stuff is guaranteed to fit well, but...

The DP stuff is guaranteed to fit well, but I've found it to be a bit flimsy and not that good a quality. Especially for the money.
Look up ripsnortingvtwin off this board. His stuff is the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Sep-2003, 22:54
Replies: 13
Views: 4,171
Posted By nelly
The off the shelf Ohlins springs are about 10%...

The off the shelf Ohlins springs are about 10% lighter than standard. they are also linear rather than progressive rate.
I modded mine last year and have been pretty pleased with them.
You can also...
Forum: 999 / 749 07-Sep-2003, 22:12
Replies: 9
Views: 3,590
Posted By nelly
Yep. I can supply BST. I fitted a set to a...

Yep. I can supply BST. I fitted a set to a customers R1 a few months ago.
These things are absolutely stunning. I spent a hour, literally, going over the wheels and checking the detail in them....
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 05-Sep-2003, 18:41
Replies: 6
Views: 4,154
Posted By nelly
They're "only" £135 or so new,...

They're "only" £135 or so new, including the pads. Secondhand ones would probably need pads at £50 ish per caliper so they;re pretty good value.
Your standard master cylinder will be fine.
Mail...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Sep-2003, 12:42
Replies: 3
Views: 1,941
Posted By nelly
Wheel nut is 46mm and the sprocket carrier is 41mm

Wheel nut is 46mm and the sprocket carrier is 41mm
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 31-Aug-2003, 16:21
Replies: 12
Views: 4,844
Posted By nelly
Sounds like the clutch pack is too thick. When...

Sounds like the clutch pack is too thick.
When all the plates are assembled in the basket, you should have 4mm - 5mm from the face of the outermost plate and the edge of the basket.
To reduce this...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 31-Aug-2003, 10:54
Replies: 8
Views: 2,500
Posted By nelly
Because the chrome on the rockers is no more than...

Because the chrome on the rockers is no more than a few thou' thick, if it does start to flake and lift off the effect on the valve clearances is negligable.
As Philippe says, by the time it...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Aug-2003, 12:27
Replies: 18
Views: 3,551
Posted By nelly
Simply replacing the chip is not enough. The new...

Simply replacing the chip is not enough. The new chip will have different fuelling characteristics to the old one and although these will "alter" the fuelling, the mixture could go either way...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Aug-2003, 10:19
Replies: 13
Views: 4,568
Posted By nelly
The 5.1 will be fine. ;)

The 5.1 will be fine. ;)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 15-Aug-2003, 16:52
Replies: 13
Views: 4,568
Posted By nelly
There is an element of confusion setting in I...

There is an element of confusion setting in I think??
Generally Dot 5 is a "race specific" fluid that is intended to be replaced regularly and because of the silicon base(?) it is indeed incompatible...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Aug-2003, 13:57
Replies: 20
Views: 4,228
Posted By nelly
This is usually sorted with a bleed of the clutch...

This is usually sorted with a bleed of the clutch lines.
Normally it's caused by not getting the full travel, due to air or leaking seals, of the pushrod.
Another tip to try is that there is a...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 30-Jul-2003, 21:09
Replies: 9
Views: 4,571
Posted By nelly
Two options really. OE Ducati parts again, but...

Two options really. OE Ducati parts again, but probably the most expensive option, or go for aftermarket.
I've always had good service from DID chain, although I'm running a Tsubaki at the...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 30-Jul-2003, 13:09
Replies: 2
Views: 3,756
Posted By nelly
There doesn't appear to be any changes to...

There doesn't appear to be any changes to the primary gearing from what I can find Paul.
The ST4 runs different primary ratios, so that explains that one.
Only thing that could make a...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 30-Jul-2003, 11:44
Replies: 3
Views: 1,901
Posted By nelly
I fitted a lightened flywheel to my 748 last...

I fitted a lightened flywheel to my 748 last year.
The engine feels more responsive and does spin up quicker. The other "benefit" is that the engine braking improves to due to the lightened...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Jul-2003, 19:40
Replies: 1
Views: 1,453
Posted By nelly
Torques the same Custard. Make sure you grease...

Torques the same Custard. Make sure you grease them up well with Copa-Slip or such like though, as the alloy will corrode whilst in contact with the steel axle......
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Jul-2003, 10:28
Replies: 2
Views: 1,673
Posted By nelly
The easiest solution is to use the parts that...

The easiest solution is to use the parts that Ducati fit on the later bikes with the switch fitted.
Part numbers are 75010481A (nut) and 82912602A (plate).
These replace your existing parts and your...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Jul-2003, 17:14
Replies: 5
Views: 1,776
Posted By nelly
The idle speed is controlled by a small screw on...

The idle speed is controlled by a small screw on the front throttle body.
Follow the throttle cable down to the linkage and you'll see the stop screw. It has a hex head 7 or 8mm.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Jul-2003, 12:55
Replies: 2
Views: 1,705
Posted By nelly
Sounds like either the rectifier has gone awol or...

Sounds like either the rectifier has gone awol or more likely the connector has burnt out.
Pull the battery tray away from the frame and you should see a connector block with either two or three...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 18-Jul-2003, 13:33
Replies: 10
Views: 4,264
Posted By nelly
That's the stuff! I believe the service that...

That's the stuff! I believe the service that Dymag offer includes a x-ray inspection of the wheels included in the price?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Jul-2003, 20:03
Replies: 4
Views: 1,620
Posted By nelly
Yep, it's T7 ;)

Yep, it's T7 ;)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 15-Jul-2003, 18:50
Replies: 10
Views: 4,264
Posted By nelly
Yep. If the wheels are "proper"...

Yep. If the wheels are "proper" magnesium ones, then once they have been stripped they need some sort of aerospace primer applied to them before they touch the air.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 15-Jul-2003, 09:34
Replies: 24
Views: 8,137
Posted By nelly
I use Shell Advance Teflon. White in colour and...

I use Shell Advance Teflon. White in colour and realy hangs on to the chain.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Jul-2003, 18:40
Replies: 10
Views: 4,264
Posted By nelly
The "proper" magnesiums need some...

The "proper" magnesiums need some special care when painting to avoid the magnesium oxidising when it's exposed to the air.
The best I've heard of for refurbing mag wheels is Dymag. Not...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Jul-2003, 18:32
Replies: 8
Views: 2,848
Posted By nelly
I have some Guy, but only for the workshop....

I have some Guy, but only for the workshop. It's not the cheapest of goo.
You can/should be able to buy it from the dealer though.
If you're down this way, I can bung some in a pot or...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Jul-2003, 10:12
Replies: 8
Views: 2,848
Posted By nelly
Guy, Try some of the grey instant gasket that...

Guy, Try some of the grey instant gasket that Ducati specifies for the crankcase covers. ThreeBond 1215 I think.
Make sure the threads of casing and bolts are bone dry, else the gasket will get...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Jul-2003, 17:46
Replies: 5
Views: 3,443
Posted By nelly
You have a U2U ;)

You have a U2U ;)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Jul-2003, 22:29
Replies: 12
Views: 4,750
Posted By nelly
A new ECU is £712 :o:o I think your R runs a 1.6...

A new ECU is £712 :o:o
I think your R runs a 1.6 ecu?? If it does then you should be able to use one from a BP or ST etc. Just change your eprom over. The SPS is definately different, as is the 998,...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 30-Jun-2003, 20:38
Replies: 9
Views: 3,331
Posted By nelly
You probably won't need a new loom. Mines...

You probably won't need a new loom.
Mines melted twice now and the last time I repaired it with some hefty bullet connectors. Crimped and soldered.
Grease them up with electrical grease thme...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 30-Jun-2003, 14:52
Replies: 9
Views: 3,331
Posted By nelly
Sounds like the regulator could've gone...

Sounds like the regulator could've gone awol.
You should be getting about 14.4V with the bike running at 2-3000 rpm.
The other thing to check is the wiring connector coming from the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 30-Jun-2003, 12:44
Replies: 46
Views: 118,391
Posted By nelly
Tough break Chillo........... There's...

Tough break Chillo...........
There's something in what you say makes me think it could be the throttle sensor??
The CPU uses the info from that to determine the throttle opening. If it's...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 29-Jun-2003, 20:24
Replies: 10
Views: 5,438
Posted By nelly
Sorry to hear about the problem Paul. Checking is...

Sorry to hear about the problem Paul.
Checking is pretty easy. Once the battery is re-charged, start the bike and measure the voltage across the battery terminals. Should be 14.4v or there abouts, at...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Jun-2003, 15:23
Replies: 2
Views: 2,864
Posted By nelly
Pretty easy to swap. You'll need to drain...

Pretty easy to swap. You'll need to drain the coolant though.
The sender is on a "manifold" on the side of the front cylinder, just above the thermostat on the left hand side.
There's two...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Jun-2003, 21:47
Replies: 5
Views: 3,601
Posted By nelly
There were numerous threads on these on the old...

There were numerous threads on these on the old board, but the basics are;
Belt tension. If you haven't got a tension meter, and I'm guessing you haven't, the tension is correct when...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Jun-2003, 19:11
Replies: 46
Views: 118,391
Posted By nelly
IMO............bad. I can't get on with...

IMO............bad. I can't get on with Champion plugs at all. Never had a good set, car or bike.
NGK or Denso :D
Might be worth a swap to some different plugs??
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Jun-2003, 13:27
Replies: 14
Views: 4,756
Posted By nelly
Jasp......done some searching and although they...

Jasp......done some searching and although they aren't the same as Ducati OE, you can get in-line assemblies from Busters, Demon Tweeks etc.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Jun-2003, 11:52
Replies: 46
Views: 118,391
Posted By nelly
Live and learn.......... Shazaam..........respect...

Live and learn..........
Shazaam..........respect :o

Chillo, that makes a lot of sense.
JH knows these bikes like no other. Getting a hold of him at the moment though is a 'mare but has to be...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Jun-2003, 22:21
Replies: 3
Views: 2,720
Posted By nelly
It sounds like you're hearing the fuel tank...

It sounds like you're hearing the fuel tank venting. "they all do that sir" ;)
They do it even after they've been stood a while to.
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