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But do check it occasionally just to be safe and enjoy your ride....tc

How did the original come???? Whats the make and model of the scooter....?

Did your parts supplier provide you a split pin (also called Cottor pin) as shown above in Davy's post????? if not, you need to get one maby Rs 30/= or so.. you can use a normal common nail to to mesure the thickness of the hole in the threaded shaft. the nail can be used as a sample to get the correct size. a common iron nail can also be used as atemporary solution in an emergency if the split pin has broken and fallen off . buy some extras they will always come in handy .

Splendid reply Davy. Thank you. I think I can afford to fabricate a frame and yes the wood cardle will sure doo come in handy for transportation. I think I can add wheels to the frame and make it maneuverable.. also I could add ACROW screws jacks to adjust the hight. WONDERFUL ..... I hope to do a DIY post on this. Thank you once again Davy, your much appriciated.

Well how about that, no problem after all..... If I amy ask who did the tuneup...?

And in the same way if you learn something new and knowledgeable please do feel free to share.

Pleasure's all mine, aways happy to help and good luck with your future endeavors.

How's the condition of your tyres..?

Hi lahiru007, Welcome to the forum. Please check this link; that was posted by Saturn long time ago. I too used the information on this thread to purchases my vehicles. This is one of the best posts I have come across. I know this will come in handy http://forum.autolanka.com/topic/3430-how-to-buy-a-used-car-in-sri-lanka/#comment-47839

Model - Perkins AD3.152 a very reliable engine

Thank you for you kind reply. Its a 3 cylinder Perkins engine. 152 Cubic inches (2490 CC) a good old British engine. Bloody heavy one.

Thank you, the link was very helpful.

Dear Friends, If I were to split an engine and if I cannot afford an engine stand must I fabricate a simple durable frame or can it be don on the floor on wood pallets or something. Has anyone experienced such a situation. How do mechanics normally mount and prepare an engine before a rebuild. I wonder if the engine block is mounted to be flipped either side or is the engine block elevated with some hoist while the rebuild is done? Lot of good discussions and details about engine rebuilds but very less information on how the engine is laid for the rebuild.

This guy is using a ring compressor I wonder if this tool is available in Sri Lanka. Good one MasterDon Impressive!!!!.

The Sri Lanka Air Force celebrates its 66th Anniversary. An exhibition will be held on the 3rd, 4th and 5th March at the Ratmalana, Sri Lanka Air Force Base. Any updates please feel free to share.

Dear Auto Lanka Friends, Would anyone know of a mechanic who deals with tractor engines? A friend of mine needs help to rebuild one. It’s a Perkins AD3. 152 engine on a Massey Ferguson 135 a good old English tractor. Your kind help will be much appreciated. Thank you.

I stumbled apon this tuning system " Colortune " thay call it. It has a sparkplug with a glass taht alowes you to see the colour of the combustion flame. I wonder if this service ss avalable in SL. Hope this link would be of help to someone .

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Sometimes only the steering rack bushing need to be changed.

Go Go.. EAP, keep up the good work.... age doesn't matter, facing the challenge and achieving your goal does making the dream come true . that's what I see with this project. and I do appreciate that very much. All the best for the next project.

Awaiting end result. """ impatient """

Wow good workmanship there EAP. May I know the Km's per letter the 4JG2 does. ???? Wow the pics are impressive I am in awe.

Brilliant post... :)

Authorities in Sri Lanka should establish a system for recycling EV and Hybrid batteries. as these batteries consist of toxic stuff that can cause harm to our environment . Work still needs to be done to making EV's and hybrids really environmentally friendly to Sri Lanka. "Hybrid" Good point The Don

This triggered a story in my mind. once when my Dad was driving a motorbike he saw a line of broken wheel nuts on the road and 15m in front was a loud bang the wheel of a Leyland lorry that was driving fast on the road had come out. Many people were excited and came to help. It was a break bound issue as the friction produced immense heat that heated the rim and hub, cracking the wheel nuts off by expansion leading the wheel to fly off. many experienced skin burns after touching the very hot wheel rim and wheel nuts that had fallen along the road. I think you are very lucky. recently I changed my wheel cylinders on my test drive I touched and inspected my steel rims for any heat to identify and friction by unwanted rub. In any situation if you hear any strange sounds coming from your wheel the first thing to do is to touch and check for heat on rims to identify any friction before going ahead. I hope you find a good honest mechanic who can fix it all up. Take care