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Post by dmartin95 on Jul 11, 2015 14:28:54 GMT -6
Does any body know how to get apart the Dash on a TaoTao EVO 150cc scooter ?  ![http://ace.imageg.net/graphics/product_images/pACE3-961680dt.jpg]()  That'll get the Job done!  No, but seriously, once you've double checked for all screws, slowly and without much force, pry apart any section that has play, it should allow you to peek in between the two faring and locate the locking tabs. These farings are not held together with just screws, they "interlock" ... You have to find to the locking tabs, apply pressure in the right spot, and pry them apart.. I've done this with the same type of dash you're working on... It's a PITA and very easy to break. |
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Post by dmartin95 on Jul 9, 2015 12:18:17 GMT -6
As a new rider, the most important thing I learned quickly was - to watch-out for gravel or other debris .
As an experienced rider, the most important thing I eventually learned was - The Study guides were not joking, drivers do not see nor yield to scooters.
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Post by dmartin95 on Jul 8, 2015 19:55:00 GMT -6
I too wear a full face helmet....
Some options, flip down tinted visor, flip up front, vents, flasher LED on helmet...
I've used a bunch of different styles and what I found, a flip up face is best... MY wife has one that only the visor flips up and I don't care for it... Makes me feel too claustrophobic... However, hers has a flip down sun visor inside her helmet behind the shield..... I wish mine had that...
What I recommend, Get one that has a flip up face and a built visor (In effect, at times you have two shields, yes) and make sure it has vents....
If you get caught in fog or the "wrong" kind of condition, your shield can fog up on you.....
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Post by dmartin95 on Jul 6, 2015 0:55:43 GMT -6
Im not 100% certain, but like 95% certain that what I highlighted is the plug that connects your main harness to your instrument cluster.... If that comes unplugged or interrupted, it will kill all the lights to your instrument cluster... Most of the time it's a 9 pin plug, but taking out the ground kills the whole thing... Have you verified the other filaments in your turn signals aren't damaged like brake light? These style of bulbs get taken out easy, but not the instrument cluster ones... They have tiny filaments and are pretty durable....  |
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Post by dmartin95 on Jul 6, 2015 0:35:41 GMT -6
He said his dash lights are out too... While it could be the case that every single filament on every single bulb was damaged, I doubt it.... MY guess is that your lighting circuit(s) isn't getting charged... When the scoot took it's spill, either some wires were damaged, or a connector came loose is my guess... What is your exact scooter model, and year, I'll see if I have a wiring diagram and highlight the areas to check. The scooter is a 2004 United Motors X-Peed 50. I found a really good manual but I have not found a good wiring diagram yet.... Yes, it could possibly be your R/R, some scoots also have a separate light relay.... Here's a link to the manual (This is a 2005 but I bet a lot of it is real close) I wish I could find a good diagram for this scooter.... |
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Post by dmartin95 on Jul 5, 2015 15:36:20 GMT -6
He said his dash lights are out too... While it could be the case that every single filament on every single bulb was damaged, I doubt it....
MY guess is that your lighting circuit(s) isn't getting charged... When the scoot took it's spill, either some wires were damaged, or a connector came loose is my guess...
What is your exact scooter model, and year, I'll see if I have a wiring diagram and highlight the areas to check.
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Post by dmartin95 on Jul 5, 2015 14:32:06 GMT -6
Could also be the case that where the lighting circuit gets it's juice could have came loose. Lack of powering your ACC's lighting (DC on with key) circuit, could cause what you describe as well....
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Post by dmartin95 on Jul 5, 2015 14:28:49 GMT -6
So somebody wrecked my scooter and now the electricals don't work (headlight, taillight, blinkers, fuel gauge, dash lights, etc.). What should be my starting point on fixing this problem? Thanks! If you checked your main fuse, here's what I would do.... These scooters come with 3 harness's pretty much... One for the instrument cluster, one that goes on your frame ( your main harness) and one separate one for the rear bulbs.... If all that stuff went out in the crash, the first thing I would check, is the connections between your instrument cluster and main harness. Maker sure your connections are good... Unhooking those will produce the same symptoms you describe.... After that, I would do a visual inspection of the harness for areas where is was squished/smashed in the crash.... (Does your kill switch and start switch work??) |
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Post by dmartin95 on Jun 24, 2015 9:59:33 GMT -6
Congrats!
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Post by dmartin95 on Jun 24, 2015 9:59:05 GMT -6
Awesome video!
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Post by dmartin95 on Jun 16, 2015 12:30:48 GMT -6
Here, very soon I'm getting ready to make a video about stroker crankshafts.
I have in stock Taida's entire line-up for the GY6. +8.8, +6, +3.5 & +3. I also have the Hoca 2.5, NCY 2.2 and 3 different "Refires" Taiwan manufactured cranks - +6, +4 and +3....
Now, when you use a stroker, there's lot's of things to consider... Will you need a spacer? Does this effect cam height and will new chain be required? Where do I get extended chain guides? What fits without a spacer? What about extended Dowel pins to connect the cylinder to the block?
These are all questions I had in the beginning and these are questions that are constantly tossed my way... But before I make this video series, I want to make it as helpful as I can and want to try and cover as much as I can. So, If you have ever been curious about strokers and have a question, toss it my way.
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Post by dmartin95 on Jun 7, 2015 3:05:47 GMT -6
No. The very first upgrade I did to a scooter was an 11 pole swap and I purchased my 11 pole kit from buggydepot. That adapter will not work... Here, I'll try to make it as simple as i can. The new stator: Run three new yellow wires up to you R/R. ground the green to the harness ground. The New R/R, Red runs to your battery, Green is grounded, Black taps into your keyed on switch circuit... That's it. If you're trying to do it on the cheap, you can skip the connectors and just solder the connections, however doing this makes working on something a PITA because you have to re-cut the circuit for future removal.... I can make you the adapters you need, where you leave your existing harness in place. Or, you can order all the terminals you need from cycleterminal.com .... But then you have to buy a crimper tool as well.... There's a bunch of ways to do this... 3M terminal connectors, splicing and soldering, getting the right connectors, etc etc... The only deciding factors should be your level mechanical/electrical skill and budget. One thing to note, If you're going to take any advice from me, get the 11 pole stator with three yellow wires and the 7 PIN or 6 PIN full wave r/r, Not the stator in the OP. |
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Post by dmartin95 on Jun 6, 2015 18:53:33 GMT -6
Oh yeah, one thing to note, I have purchased from GY6racing team many times and they ship fast.. 2~3 days you have your item... They're every bit as fast as US sellers even though they're based out of P.R...
In addition, the stator I linked to, has about 20% more copper on the coils... I have weighed them and TVnacman has as well.... And speaking of, if ya want to keep it in the community, John carries both, the 7 pin R/R and the 11 pole I linked to. Send him a PM to get his attention if ya want.
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Post by dmartin95 on Jun 6, 2015 18:49:41 GMT -6
Hi ZombieNinja, The reason Jerry and Alley think it's an A/C is because of the wires, but I have both types of 11 pole stators in stock and the one in your link is in fact a D/C stator. It get's it's D/C label because of the type of lighting on scoots with that particular stator. The stator in your link may work with an A/C CDI, but the CDI will zap the current and your D/C light circuit will likely strobe if you have A/C lighting circuit.... Here's a seller selling the entire D/C kit, your 11 pole D/C stator, the matching full wave R/R and a complete harness... But again, this is for a scooter with D/C lighting.... LINK I have the info saved somewhere and would have to dig to find it, but I think the D/C 11 pole has less copper on the poles but more copper on the dedicated coil. Something to that effect... AGAIN, the one you linked to is sold as a D/C stator and even though it will work with an AC CDI, I don't know what effect it would have on the lighting. Depends upon what type of lighting your scoot has in place currently. --------------------------------- This is what I recommend: If you can afford it, buy a proper and complete A/C setup, harness and all: LINK If you can't afford the $100 for the entire kit, buy the stator and R/R and I can make you all the adapters you need ($10~20 depending upon what you need/want) The stator you want is this one: LINK This R/R: LINK Your 8 magnet Flywheel will work fine with the stator in the links I provided. What is the stamp 1404 or 1306? |
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Post by dmartin95 on Jun 6, 2015 14:46:19 GMT -6
I've done some homework on this, read some articles, watched some videos, Thanks dmartin95. I still have some questions on this subject. Do I need to buy a special flywheel (an 11 pole flywheel) or can I just reuse the 8 pole I already have? I've heard it both ways, there is a difference and there isn't a difference. I'm also not clear on the wiring. Do I need to buy an 11 pole with certain color wires or does that matter? Is there some kind of wiring harness or adapter I can buy or do I need to make it myself? Which R/R do I need to buy? 7 pin, 5 pin, this confuses me the most. Does it depend on which 11 pole I buy? I've seen complete 11 pole kits with harness, stator, flywheel, and R/R. I'm sure this would work but I really don't want to have to put in a whole new harness if I don't have to, the same with the flywheel. Any help on this would be great. I've been looking at this stator- www.ebay.com/itm/Scooter-GY6-150cc-High-Quality-11-Pole-Magneto-Stator-/181766241866?hash=item2a521cbe4a&vxp=mtrHeya ZombieNinja, I just got notified 'cause you tagged me but I'm real busy at this moment.....Later on tonight I'll log back in and provide the info you need... A couple of questions I will need answers to: What type of CDI (AC or DC) does scooter your have? Can you provide a picture of the R/R that is installed? Particularly I need pics of your plugs/connectors. It would also be helpful if you can provide pics... The stator you linked to is an 11 pole, DC stator. Not A/C... Yes, I looked at the plugs, wires, the dedicated coil and one would think it's an A/C, but it is not (but could be made to work with an A/C CDI). ---------------------------------------------- I'll be back on later. I advise holding off buying anything until I get your answers and can provide you with the correct info... |
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