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Post by johnrjohnston on Dec 15, 2011 18:57:31 GMT -6
they are my favorite for sure I would like to have one or even copy one, weld up a frame and roll the sheet metal. Specifications: 320cc single-cylinder engine Salsbury scooters were among the first American motorized two-wheelers and remain relatively rare. In addition to producing the first automatic scooter with a Continuously Variable Transmission, Salsbury developed attractive designs with aerodynamic nosecones, all assembled by the Northrop Aircraft company. That's cool I did not know that they had a CVT. I guess that would have been real high tech back then. I guess they must be reliable to still be used today. Thanks for the history. |
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Post by johnrjohnston on Dec 15, 2011 14:51:25 GMT -6
THOSE ARE AWESOME!!! I want one. I also like the older Cushmans. ;D
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Post by johnrjohnston on Dec 11, 2011 19:50:55 GMT -6
Well johnrjohnston, to answer your question in a little more detail, this is the Honda 244cc clone verticle engine:
And this is the Linhai horizontal:
Rich Thank you Rich, that is very helpful...I am far from being a mechanic...I know just enough to get me into trouble. But hey...I have managed to fix everything so far on my own...Well with a lot of help from this site. ;D |
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Post by johnrjohnston on Dec 7, 2011 15:04:01 GMT -6
WOW, that is some great information...now for a really, really dumb question...don't laugh to loud, but how do you tell which is which..i mean horizontal or vertical? Mine is a 2007 JCL 250cc. Someone told me they could tell because of the chrome piece on the exhaust...but they never did tell me. Anyway, I would guess mine to be the 244cc honda clone. You have the 257cc linhai and the muffler and CVT cover are different than the 244cc. You mean to say with running this amazing boric acid discovery you don't even know what engine is in your scooter?  This is all new to me and I'm just learning as I go. Thank you for the information. ;D |
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Post by johnrjohnston on Dec 7, 2011 11:23:27 GMT -6
I agree!!! Great job scooter doc!!!!
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Post by johnrjohnston on Dec 7, 2011 11:19:22 GMT -6
Welcome to the forum.....first off...if the cylinder is horizontal it is the 257cc Linai Yamaha clone....if it is a vertical cylinder it is the 244 cc Honda clone....the valves need to be adjusted...the 257...intake is .004 and the exhaust .006 ....this will cure a number of problems such as idle speed.....1700 to 2000 rpm on the china meter....the carb does not have coolant running though it ....so that does not need to be hooked up...now vaccumm lines will need to be..... engine oil needs to be 10W40....gear oil 85W90.....50/50 coolant.....Dot 3 or 4 brake fluid...valves stems changed to one piece....the rubber ones will come apart.....Dynabeads for balancing the tires....1 oz for the front....2 oz for the rear....use blue loctite on all bolt threads that will come loose....the rear axle nut also needs blue loctite....just a few things that may have been done and maybe not....a good PDI (Post delivery inspection) will also find some issues...I have 6200 miles on my scoot and it has performed great.....it is just a machine....has to be looked after and cared for...the 3 forums have a ton of info to help you with your ride.....enjoy.... WOW, that is some great information...now for a really, really dumb question...don't laugh to loud, but how do you tell which is which..i mean horizontal or vertical? Mine is a 2007 JCL 250cc. Someone told me they could tell because of the chrome piece on the exhaust...but they never did tell me. Anyway, I would guess mine to be the 244cc honda clone. |
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Movin on up!
by: johnrjohnston - Dec 7, 2011 11:01:26 GMT -6
Post by johnrjohnston on Dec 7, 2011 11:01:26 GMT -6
Very nice looking scoot!!! Enjoy!!! ;D
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by: johnrjohnston - Dec 7, 2011 10:35:55 GMT -6
Post by johnrjohnston on Dec 7, 2011 10:35:55 GMT -6
WELCOME...you have found the right place to learn, but I must caution...it becomes very addicting when reading all this information...I can't stop, I need an intervention. LOL
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Post by johnrjohnston on Dec 7, 2011 9:19:44 GMT -6
Here in SC helmets are not required, but I will never be caught without my brain bucket on. My wife says I dumb enough without cracking my nut! Such a loving woman she is, I'm sure she only means it in the most loving way...I think?!?!?! LOL
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Post by johnrjohnston on Nov 6, 2011 20:10:26 GMT -6
WOW, that looks better than stock...very nice job!!!  |
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