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Post by new2scooters on Dec 20, 2011 0:10:49 GMT -6
I am going to check out a place that has alot of scooter parts tomorrow from wrecked scoots , etc.I can take pictures of what he has with the 19 spline. Most 50cc only have one shock and mount on the left side, so that should not be an issue for the right side bracket. Thanks for the help. It does have only one shock and it is mounted on the left side. |
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Post by new2scooters on Dec 20, 2011 0:08:43 GMT -6
Sometimes the spline in a wheel can be replaced, but you will likely hydraulic need a press to remove it Spline is welded in so that avenue won't work. Thanks |
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Post by new2scooters on Dec 19, 2011 0:44:55 GMT -6
I am returning to scootering after a 35 year absence. School, job, family, etc...I recently found quite an exceptional deal from a scooter manufacturer that was in financial distress and decided "why not build a scooter"? and why not now?. An acquaintance bought the remaining stock to help out the family member and get him out of a bind. I was able to purchase 4 of these units so we'll see how the project goes....A little history of the unit is in store....These are "no name" units. No names on ANYTHING, not even the crate they come in. They are originally designed for battery operation but I will be finishing them as a gas powered units. One for my wife, one for me, maybe some for the grandkids....we'll see how it goes. I do know there are a lot of obstacles to overcome but they all seem manageable. I'll post updates periodically as it progresses. Here is what I'm starting with: Attachments:
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Post by new2scooters on Dec 19, 2011 0:13:52 GMT -6
Hi,
Thanks for the input. This unit came with a splined 10" rear wheel with brake hub. It just is not the right size for the new QMB engine. I will start looking for a wheel that will fit when finances recover from the engine purchase. I don't know too much more about the origin of the scooter other than what was in my first entry. I did find another date today on the rear brake lining and it was 1995.... I will try and post a photo in the correct section for builds and update it periodically as it progresses. Welding and/or machining, if needed, will not be an issue....Thanks again for the input. It is appreciated.
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Post by new2scooters on Dec 18, 2011 12:54:33 GMT -6
Thanks for the warm welcome and the info. It is certainly appreciated. I will try and post photo's as the project progresses. My latest find was a fuel tank that was delivered yesterday. It will fit nicely in the space available under the seat. I've found several other rear wheels that have different spline counts so there must be some variance in the older wheels as compared to the new ones which all seem to have 19....Only dates I have found on the scooter is 1984 stamped on the bottom of the seat frame and 1998 printed on the boxes the mirrors were in.
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Post by new2scooters on Dec 17, 2011 23:36:57 GMT -6
Greetings!
I'm just getting my feet wet on scooters after a 35 year absence. What I just picked up for a winter project is a new, in the box, no name scooter that was originally destined to be battery powered. Because of financial distress in the company I was able to purchase one (well, actually 4) at an extremely reasonable price. My intentions are to complete them as gas powered scooters. I've researched the VIN issue and it seems manageable. I was able to get several wiring diagrams of 50cc scoots off the net and that also seems manageable. Where I still have a question is on the rear wheel spline. The rear wheel that came with it has only 16 splines which doesn't match up with the new qmb 50cc engine short case I just purchased. It has 19 splines. Is 19 splines the industry standard? I've seen several good deals on used Yamaha Riva scooter wheels and am curious if something like that would fit....Also, what holds the wheel on? The end of the axle shaft is threaded so I am assuming a type of locknut will go on there. Do I install a washer first? All help is greatly appreciated. Thanks
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