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Post by rob63 on Aug 9, 2013 15:55:49 GMT -6
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Post by rob63 on Jul 22, 2013 10:29:41 GMT -6
The top pic is the regulator/rectifier.
The bottom pic is the starter solenoid (right) and CDI (left). Some people call the solenoid a relay.
You`ve already mentioned that putting voltage directly to the starter makes it work, if you turn ignition on and put a screwdriver blade across the two nuts on the solenoid, does the starter work ? If not then the solenoid is faulty.
If it does work, then go to the connector for the two small wires on the solenoid, and see if you have voltage coming through when you press the starter button. If not then go to the starter switch and check to see if you have voltage in and voltage out when button is pressed.
If you have voltage in but none out then the button is faulty.
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Post by rob63 on Jul 19, 2013 9:51:30 GMT -6
I have to agree with jct, tear the thing down and inspect the innards. The binding itself would`ve been enough to make me pull it all apart. Forcing things isn`t good practice, engines have enough stresses to cope with and need to feel 'free running' for want of a better phrase.
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Post by rob63 on Jul 8, 2013 10:19:57 GMT -6
The screw in the centre with the philips head is the idle screw. The one to the left of the idle screw is the air screw.
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Post by rob63 on Jul 8, 2013 10:14:18 GMT -6
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Post by rob63 on Jul 7, 2013 3:26:23 GMT -6
Did a google search for 1980 sachs moped and it looks like yours is a "1980 General 5 star". I think it`s just a renamed Sachs moped, something like a P1 or Suburban. Here`s a link to a pic www.mopedarmy.com/photos/brand/20/11148/ |
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Post by rob63 on Jul 4, 2013 12:58:24 GMT -6
The readings look good as far as I can see. I can`t see from your first post if you`ve replaced the ignition coil/lead/cap. Also have you got a good earth between frame and engine ?
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Post by rob63 on Jul 4, 2013 10:06:17 GMT -6
Have you checked the rollers in the variator ?
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Post by rob63 on Jul 4, 2013 10:04:52 GMT -6
Any chance you can take a pic of the bike buddy, it`ll probably be similar to another Chinese model.
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Post by rob63 on Jul 3, 2013 15:41:08 GMT -6
Your last post says it all about you really, what a sad illiterate little boy you must be. After all the posts you have put up on here and all the help you have received, you have learnt nothing have you.
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Post by rob63 on Jul 3, 2013 11:47:46 GMT -6
The bottom of the carb has cut off screws so I have no way of getting to it. I tried to just spray it real good with carb cleaner but that didn't seem to help. Now when I ride the scooter If the idle is turned high the scooter wants to take off; and if the idle is turned down low, it dies. To save faffing around I`d buy a new carb, they`re cheap enough. At least you`ll know that it should be in fairly good shape, and have proper screws which you can remove in order to clean inside. |
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Post by rob63 on Jul 3, 2013 10:34:13 GMT -6
1.- If something needs to be replaced why not spend 15 bucks more for performance right? Notice how I report a problem then ask about performance. If your gunna do it do it right. 2.- I don't know how good your comprehension skills are I clearly said i'm doing it for a friend who is in the same situation I was. I also stated that I bought a new scooter right? Common sense. 3. Back to nombre uno. Btw I gained 15 mph  And now your just talking sh*t. Why f*ucking respond to a post if your not gunna help. Bored much? Its called a "quick fix" for a reason. ITS NOT MENT TO LAST. Notice how I always mention the fact its only until I get paid or my new one arrives? Again with the comprehension. I originaly stated that I know my head lights would not work and all lights would run off the battery. That means when I unplug the regulator the power goes out. How would it overvolt everything if its unplugged? puzzles me. But I ment will the electricity not being used cause damege to the stator. I didn't think I would have to break it down. I hate a#$holes like, overcharging to tell me what I already know. Thats why I do everything myself. People like you give repair shops a bad name. I've bassically rebuilt the whole engine part by part by myself and with the help of prior knowege common sense, google and this forum. My bike starts within the first second I push the button and tops 52. Works picked up, just bought another bike. Theirs nothing you can say. Go ahead and respond. I'm Done. ~Josh 1/ "If you`re gonna do it, do it right" Indeed, but if that is the case why is your battery cable held on with sticky tape ? 2/ Nowhere in your first post did it say you were doing it for a friend. 3/15mph, good grief I am impressed. Was that on your old scooter that you gave up on, or your new scooter which blew it`s regulator because of poor connections ? I did respond by telling you what a regulator does. You just don`t get it do you ? A quick scoot is no good if it lasts a short while, concentrate on the basic stuff first for reliability. Oh and don`t swear at others on a public forum, you let yourself down there. |
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Post by rob63 on Jul 2, 2013 14:56:12 GMT -6
A regulator does exactly what it`s name implies, it regulates the voltage put out by the stator to the various electrical components on the bike. Yours is toast, you cannot ride without one as the stator voltage is quite high and will burn out components, especially 12 volt bulbs, and the excessive voltage will damage the plates in the battery or even set fire to the acid. I can`t believe you hadn`t taken the basic steps of securing connections, having a battery terminal held on by tape is ludicrous. You should know better after all the posts you`ve made on here. Have you considered changing your mode of transport to a bicycle instead.... Maybe i'm too poor to afford the necessary parts. Hense the reason i'm always trying to find quick fixes until my next check. If your battery connector is broken and you can barely afford gas and need a ride to work  would you do??? No sh*t my it will blow everything out. I never said I was gunna bypass the regulator, I just said not use it untill I get a new one. Did you even fully read the post? Have you considered change you way of thinking to a more logical way? 1/ You don`t seem to be that poor, you seem to show more interest from your posts in things like big bore kits, torque springs and any other performance parts which take your fancy. Maybe if you didn`t waste your money on these then you could afford a new battery or even a bolt to secure the connector. 2/ Your intention was obvious, you intended to disconnect the regulator and ride the scoot. Why would you ask if you were just going to park the scoot up and not use it ? 3/ I think very logically thank you, maybe you should try it. Stick to checking and fixing the basics, instead of try to squeeze an extra 1mph out of a very small engine. I meet people like you all the time, they come into the shop asking if I can make their scooter go faster "because their mates scooter does 70mph". When I look at their scoot which is only fit for a junkyard, I offer them an hour of my time for nothing to look over their scoot, make sure it`s safe and show them some basic mechanical checks. They aren`t interested, like a lot of people these days they want a quick fix, as if I can turn a screw or pull a rabbit out of a top hat to make their scoot fit for the racetrack. It`s enough to make me weep that Britain used to be an engineering powerhouse, and yet these days we seem to turn out 16 and 17 year olds who have a 10 second attention span, and can barely wipe their own arse, let alone turn a spanner. |
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Post by rob63 on Jul 2, 2013 13:36:55 GMT -6
A regulator does exactly what it`s name implies, it regulates the voltage put out by the stator to the various electrical components on the bike. Yours is toast, you cannot ride without one as the stator voltage is quite high and will burn out components, especially 12 volt bulbs, and the excessive voltage will damage the plates in the battery or even set fire to the acid.
I can`t believe you hadn`t taken the basic steps of securing connections, having a battery terminal held on by tape is ludicrous. You should know better after all the posts you`ve made on here.
Have you considered changing your mode of transport to a bicycle instead....
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would you do???