Hi to All, The coffee table project is underway at last!
Well, have just completed the strip down of the chassis, not as easy as I thought due to some corrosion between the alloy and steel bolts....but with the help of WD40 and plenty of patience, I got there in the end.
Here is a 'before' pic...
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Here's a few after dis-assembly...
The base in great overall condition, no holes or cracks
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Below; base, cowling and recoil starter....that needs the 'T' handle
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Below; axles, exhaust plate and engine with head removed.
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Worn axles...will need work
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Engine...Light surface rust in bore, no lip, no piston movement or scoring...looks good!!
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Box of assorted parts for cleaning...
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Below; severe corrosion of left hand front axle clamp...cracking evident and the 'U' moulding is fused inside...

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Well that's it so far....Off to the blasters to get the base, handles, cowling and recoil done...