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Forum: 851 / 888 03-Jan-2006, 12:52
Replies: 65
Views: 19,766
Posted By Rob B
Jools, Good to see you posting again. Started...

Jools,

Good to see you posting again.

Started as a Strada, but always intended it to be a project. This was as I picked her up a coupld of years ago.

Rgds, Rob
Forum: 851 / 888 03-Jan-2006, 11:51
Replies: 65
Views: 19,766
Posted By Rob B
Thanks guys. You all know the hours it takes to...

Thanks guys. You all know the hours it takes to do silly, non standard stuff.

Ali, Kettle's always warm.

Dave, engine was fettled by Alan S and now has Cosworth Hi Comp pistons, Arrow 21mm Ti rods,...
Forum: 851 / 888 03-Jan-2006, 11:34
Replies: 65
Views: 19,766
Posted By Rob B
Another

If anyone is interested in particular details, just shout, I'll post a close up.
Forum: 851 / 888 03-Jan-2006, 11:30
Replies: 65
Views: 19,766
Posted By Rob B
I\'ve had a few hours in the garage over the Xmas break
Forum: General Motorcycles only 02-Jan-2006, 18:47
Replies: 13
Views: 3,128
Posted By Rob B
White spirit also works but do it as soon as you...

White spirit also works but do it as soon as you remove the old weights
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Dec-2005, 18:26
Replies: 6
Views: 1,725
Posted By Rob B
C?<>>"£$ Yep, strip is easy,...

C?<>>"£$

Yep, strip is easy, tools, patience, plenty of photos and label/bag everything inc loome connectors. Assuming nothing is terribly seized, strip to bare bones is a comfortable 4-5 hours....
Forum: 851 / 888 22-Dec-2005, 20:42
Replies: 6
Views: 2,504
Posted By Rob B
Keith, mine are from a late 996 engine.

Keith, mine are from a late 996 engine.
Forum: 851 / 888 22-Dec-2005, 20:24
Replies: 6
Views: 2,504
Posted By Rob B
Polishing pipes is a labour of love. It's one of...

Polishing pipes is a labour of love. It's one of those jobs I'd prefer to leave to someone else as well.

WRT to bleeds; I noticed that the my later bodies don't seem to have 'em either.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Dec-2005, 20:21
Replies: 11
Views: 3,160
Posted By Rob B
Ha! Don't use carbon on the road. Luddites.

Ha! Don't use carbon on the road. Luddites.
Forum: 851 / 888 22-Dec-2005, 20:12
Replies: 6
Views: 2,504
Posted By Rob B
Looks good from here

Looks good from here
Forum: 851 / 888 22-Dec-2005, 20:07
Replies: 65
Views: 19,766
Posted By Rob B
Just got all my repainted bodywork...

Just got all my repainted bodywork home:sing::sing::sing::sing::sing::sing::sing::sing::sing::sing::sing::sing:
Forum: 851 / 888 22-Dec-2005, 19:56
Replies: 4
Views: 2,775
Posted By Rob B
I think someone around here (Where's Graham) sold...

I think someone around here (Where's Graham) sold some for that sort of money a few weeks ago too.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Dec-2005, 20:01
Replies: 50
Views: 19,138
Posted By Rob B
really satisfying job that. Once it's all back...

really satisfying job that. Once it's all back together, you can look back with a rightous smile.

Hope you don't find any nasties.

Rgds, Rob
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 18-Dec-2005, 14:35
Replies: 21
Views: 3,452
Posted By Rob B
Kev, What a bugger. Sorry to hear that,...

Kev,

What a bugger. Sorry to hear that, mate.

Rgds, Rob
Forum: General Motorcycles only 14-Dec-2005, 19:37
Replies: 33
Views: 6,296
Posted By Rob B
In decline, hmm, maybe not. Confused,...

In decline, hmm, maybe not. Confused, definitely.

Just my view.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Dec-2005, 18:04
Replies: 13
Views: 3,284
Posted By Rob B
Cipi, I have just taken a set of standard Strada...

Cipi,

I have just taken a set of standard Strada cams (A1 grind) out of a low mileage 996 motor if you need 'em.

Rgds, Rob
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Dec-2005, 20:07
Replies: 51
Views: 16,212
Posted By Rob B
Ahhh, a man after me own heart. Good job you're...

Ahhh, a man after me own heart. Good job you're doing there.

Rgds, Rob
Forum: 851 / 888 11-Dec-2005, 19:25
Replies: 5
Views: 2,667
Posted By Rob B
Try Silverstone Factors or Trident at the circuit

Try Silverstone Factors or Trident at the circuit
Forum: 851 / 888 11-Dec-2005, 18:52
Replies: 65
Views: 19,766
Posted By Rob B
Nah, that's no sweat. I have built quite a few...

Nah, that's no sweat. I have built quite a few looms from scratch, and in fact, this one is a combination of 888 Chassis loom and 996 engine electrics. Only time its a issue is when one of the wires...
Forum: 851 / 888 11-Dec-2005, 18:09
Replies: 65
Views: 19,766
Posted By Rob B
Shiney headlight frame too
Forum: 851 / 888 11-Dec-2005, 18:08
Replies: 65
Views: 19,766
Posted By Rob B
A few hours later...........

After tapping all the paint out of the treads, a pile of cleaning, I was able to reassmeble the headstock, drop the motor in and :D
Forum: 851 / 888 11-Dec-2005, 10:36
Replies: 6
Views: 2,826
Posted By Rob B
Works for me. You need to be a logged in member...

Works for me. You need to be a logged in member to view. Rgds, Rob
Forum: 851 / 888 11-Dec-2005, 10:30
Replies: 65
Views: 19,766
Posted By Rob B
Graham, If I only knew how:(

Graham,

If I only knew how:(
Forum: 999 / 749 10-Dec-2005, 20:23
Replies: 9
Views: 1,496
Posted By Rob B
Andy, What tube and clips did you use to connect...

Andy,

What tube and clips did you use to connect the M\C to the res'?

TIA, Rob
Forum: 851 / 888 10-Dec-2005, 17:03
Replies: 65
Views: 19,766
Posted By Rob B
Now, where did I put the instructions?

Frame's finally back from the painters, the engine's been to Alan for some power grease and the Bimota is almost rebuilt, so it looks like I'm going to have to start putting this airfix kit back...
Forum: Technical - Help or Info - NON Motorcycle 08-Dec-2005, 13:18
Replies: 23
Views: 8,319
Posted By Rob B
Try Bulldog

Try Bulldog
Forum: 851 / 888 08-Dec-2005, 13:15
Replies: 17
Views: 3,803
Posted By Rob B
I took the 1.6M loom and replaced the P8, ign...

I took the 1.6M loom and replaced the P8, ign modules and loom completely.

pretty easy really. Oh yes; I added the complete 996 engine too. LOL.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 07-Dec-2005, 08:26
Replies: 9
Views: 1,510
Posted By Rob B
Won't they fit the 888?

Won't they fit the 888?
Forum: 851 / 888 05-Dec-2005, 20:28
Replies: 33
Views: 10,348
Posted By Rob B
Never mind:lol::lol:

Never mind:lol::lol:
Forum: 851 / 888 05-Dec-2005, 20:17
Replies: 33
Views: 10,348
Posted By Rob B
Sent yestarday at 5:25 and just re-sent

Sent yestarday at 5:25 and just re-sent
Forum: 851 / 888 05-Dec-2005, 19:34
Replies: 33
Views: 10,348
Posted By Rob B
Graham, You have a U2U. Rgds, Rob

Graham,

You have a U2U.

Rgds,

Rob
Forum: 851 / 888 04-Dec-2005, 08:58
Replies: 17
Views: 3,803
Posted By Rob B
I have used the FIM 222 chip in the 1.6m ecu in...

I have used the FIM 222 chip in the 1.6m ecu in my 888 and it's excellent. Total recomendation. It'll be interesting to see how it copes with all the uning work too.
Forum: 851 / 888 04-Dec-2005, 08:54
Replies: 7
Views: 2,148
Posted By Rob B
Some sort of grease (that doesn't eat the O ring)...

Some sort of grease (that doesn't eat the O ring) when you put it back is a good plan. Mine just pops in & out now.
Forum: 851 / 888 03-Dec-2005, 18:06
Replies: 7
Views: 2,148
Posted By Rob B
Nope

Nope
Forum: General Motorcycles only 02-Dec-2005, 12:55
Replies: 3
Views: 1,750
Posted By Rob B
A bunch of the boys on here would probably...

A bunch of the boys on here would probably recommend Rich at Louigi Moto Cluton Hill, nr Bristol. 01761 453366
Forum: 851 / 888 30-Nov-2005, 14:28
Replies: 25
Views: 7,122
Posted By Rob B
Surely you'd get a solid one cut out for less...

Surely you'd get a solid one cut out for less that £100. I've just had mine done as part of the winter rebuild.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 30-Nov-2005, 14:18
Replies: 44
Views: 8,060
Posted By Rob B
Ahhhh, The Mont Dore. I've been there at least...

Ahhhh, The Mont Dore. I've been there at least three times and never seen a view. Always managed to hiss down and/or been foggy as a a very foggy place.


Still, there's a few great places to stay...
Forum: 851 / 888 29-Nov-2005, 19:55
Replies: 13
Views: 2,740
Posted By Rob B
Quoted from last months posts: "On...

Quoted from last months posts:

"On cartridge forks, it is really important that you disassemble the forks and get everything perfectly clean. When the slider bushings wear, the debris from them...
Forum: 851 / 888 29-Nov-2005, 19:27
Replies: 13
Views: 2,740
Posted By Rob B
The US guys where talking about this recently,...

The US guys where talking about this recently, fork strips, and said yes, down to the bone for a thorough clear out
Forum: 851 / 888 29-Nov-2005, 17:04
Replies: 25
Views: 7,122
Posted By Rob B
Not so bad on the clutch side but not 100%...

Not so bad on the clutch side but not 100% advisable for the water pump housing either.
Forum: 851 / 888 29-Nov-2005, 16:26
Replies: 25
Views: 7,122
Posted By Rob B
I can't find the old ebay thing, but I think it...

I can't find the old ebay thing, but I think it was less than 200 Euros
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Nov-2005, 16:11
Replies: 27
Views: 3,464
Posted By Rob B
While it was in a bucket of water, doh! Ah,...

While it was in a bucket of water, doh!

Ah, well; trip it completely and get all the fluids out. Can't leave any water or contaminatd fluid in the casting.

Might as well pop all the pistons out...
Forum: 851 / 888 29-Nov-2005, 14:03
Replies: 25
Views: 7,122
Posted By Rob B
Ouch, that's expensive. They do come up a good...

Ouch, that's expensive. They do come up a good deal cheaper than that. RPRmoto had one a while ago.

Rgds, Rob
Forum: 851 / 888 29-Nov-2005, 12:58
Replies: 8
Views: 2,803
Posted By Rob B
You'll need to remove a few Strada bodywork...

You'll need to remove a few Strada bodywork mounting pins and other sharp edges that stick out, but it's do-able. An alternative, would be to purchase my spare 888 SPO single seat frame. It's new,...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 25-Nov-2005, 17:44
Replies: 6
Views: 1,675
Posted By Rob B
Frank, If you need any measurements and photos,...

Frank,

If you need any measurements and photos, just ask. I'll take 'em as I put the bike back together. Newly painted frame just dropped in the garage.

Rgds, Rob
Forum: General Motorcycles only 24-Nov-2005, 19:14
Replies: 16
Views: 1,846
Posted By Rob B
Natty, Give me a call. I can give you the...

Natty,

Give me a call. I can give you the details of the crew that insured my race car and trailer. It's called "off track" insurance and covers the race vehicle, trailer and tools etc. when at...
Forum: 851 / 888 24-Nov-2005, 18:41
Replies: 25
Views: 5,869
Posted By Rob B
See it was tugged from eBay, did you sell it in...

See it was tugged from eBay, did you sell it in the end?
Forum: 851 / 888 24-Nov-2005, 18:33
Replies: 1
Views: 1,932
Posted By Rob B
Termi Brackets

Have any of you had a set of high level cans apart? How are the "U" shaped brackets secured? Is there a internal support/steel work inside the carbon can sleeve?

Rgds, Rob
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Nov-2005, 17:28
Replies: 27
Views: 3,464
Posted By Rob B
Brembo advise not to use brake cleaners, but good...

Brembo advise not to use brake cleaners, but good old soapy water and brush. That was for the GP3 billets though.

Rgds, Rob
Forum: 851 / 888 19-Nov-2005, 09:59
Replies: 16
Views: 2,925
Posted By Rob B
Andy, Lots of people on here and elsewhere,...

Andy,

Lots of people on here and elsewhere, really seem to rate a well modified/set up set pair of Showa's over the more expensive Ohlins.

Rgds, Rob
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