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Post by davec on Apr 6, 2014 20:00:23 GMT -6
FYI Wingcommander sold the trike back in Apr 2011
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Post by davec on Apr 2, 2014 18:40:44 GMT -6
Then it would be my best guess that it would be best to put the belt on with the rotation in the direction of the arrow
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Post by davec on Apr 2, 2014 13:58:02 GMT -6
I still think the hydraulic cyl has a problem. Unless it was rated wrong in the first place. a valve in side may be leaking too. edit: oil is non compressable. If the lever is moving with out the cyl moving some thing is either compressing or leaking. I'll check the oil level before i get out the bigger hammer
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Post by davec on Apr 2, 2014 11:44:22 GMT -6
That's a bummer Dave c sorry that that didn't work out for you. The only thing possible I think you can do is possibly put bigger hydraulics on it. But no one is perfect why not just return it and do some more research. If you can't use it its just taken up dead space and a hole in the wallet use the money after a return towards something that will work for you. I think I can make it work with a heavier rated jack. May have to find a welder to make a better base, and the top shaft has a hole in it to attach to the frame of the lift. It won't be that big a deal to modify. I've looked everywhere and nothing else like this. I do have a motorcycle lift that I used, and it worked fine, just wanted something more designed to do what it won't. But, , I've made bigger and more costly mistakes, and this mistake ain't that big a deal. I'll be more satisfied when I get it to work right Thanx Dave
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Post by davec on Apr 2, 2014 8:03:02 GMT -6
What kind of resistance did you get when pumping to raise the scooter? What I am getting at there may be some air in the pump, or it be low on oil. What I would expect when lifting more than rated is a very hard to pump condition. I just wonder what it will do with just 300 lbs on it, maybe you can find a fat guy to sit on it! 25 years ago I lifted and leveled a small house with a 1000 lb bottle jack, it was hard as hell to pump and I bent a pipe/handle doing it. 1. I did get medium to heavy resistance when pumping. It will start to raise, about an inch, then nuttin'. 2. I thought of low oil, just haven't verified that yet. 3. It will raise and lower with no weight on it, so it does work 'somewhat'. 4. I just didn't think the trike had over 300lbs on just the rear wheels. WRONG!! 5. I hate returning stuff. I'll do what I can to make it work. I'll try to fabricate a different mount for a heavier jack. Why? Because I like the rear wheel idea of the lift. Now just gotta make it work for me.
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Post by davec on Apr 1, 2014 21:15:02 GMT -6
Remember when I was posting and talking about that ATV lift from harbor freight. Well, I went and got it last Sat and got it put together today It is pretty solid, and easy to assemble I was worried the size of the wheel holder things weren't gonna be wide enuf as my tires are wide, but no problem, fit perfectly I was worried they tire holder thingys wouldn't go out far enuf to reach each rear wheel, but, surprise, they did. Everything fit perfectly. I got the jack set up, under the wheels (actually drove the trike back onto the lift.) I started to pump the foot pedal as best I could. Slowly it rose, then nothing. Pumped some more, nothing. Hmmmm says me, Rolled the scoot off the lift, pumped it again and sure nuf, it worked perfectly Rolled the scoot back on the lift, pumped,nothing. So, I said 'self, " Then it hits me, lemme see, this lift is rated at 300 lbs My trike weights 576, hmmm, 576 is more than 300!!!!! I was hoping that the 576 would have been evenly distributed, but,no, it seems, all 576 lbs is all in the rear end, axle, engine, diff, wheels, must all be more than the 300 this lift will lift. So, Now I got me an $80 paperweight. Guess I can go buy a riding lawnmower so I can use it. So, hopefully no one else bought one based on my mistake. I guess I can try to replace the 300lb bottle jack with a 500 lbs one, fabricate new mounts, etc, but how much will that cost. Oh well, life goes on. Live and learn But, it sure does look impressive just sittin there Carry on Life is still good Dave
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Post by davec on Apr 1, 2014 20:56:37 GMT -6
Cut n paste from the site #7 Admin Admin is online now Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: NY Posts: 675 Ugh.. you guys are gonna hate me.. Happy April Fool's! I know, lame. LAME!! Are you making fun of my LEFT LEG and the way I walk AGAIN!! Alleyoop Hey!!! That's my line!!! But yea, Lame (not limp, like my......never mind!!!)
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Post by davec on Apr 1, 2014 9:20:15 GMT -6
The 86 wing I owned had the shakes too. But was very comfortable. Looking at that sites chart, I can see why. I may try another, there are not many bikes or scooters that have hip and knee angles close to a wing. When I punch in my sizes almost none of the affordable cruisers come close. But risers, seat mods and floor boards, some may make the cut. The riser and the added foam on the seat is noticeable on the majesty. There are no jap scooters made that would be right for me. Having your knees higher than your butt sucks. What manufacturers need to do is give seat height from foot peg or floor boards. Scooters with a big gas tank under your feet takes up too much room, and those with out a clean step thru are bad news that way. I have an 85 Aspencade with an aftermarket seat and floorboards and hi way floorboards. I can ride 900+ miles a day and not get sore (too much) Some folks have added floorboards to their Honda Shadow Sabre, and made it a mini tourer (vs a cruiser) Risers on the Shadow helped me tremendously So, risers, seat, floorboards, whatever it takes to make the ride comfortable. Enjoy life Dave
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Post by davec on Apr 1, 2014 9:07:10 GMT -6
Yes, you can jump it from another 12v battery. Yes, you can jump it from a car battery, but DO NOT have the car running. A car with a running engine and a jump to a scooter battery will fry the electrical system. If it now turns a little, but won't start, then me thinks the battery just may be your issue (along with whatever other issues you may have) Try jumping it, and see what happens. (Leave the car turned OFF)
OK too late to reply to the battery issue
There are a couple 'buttons' 'tabs' 'prongs' in the starter button. You may have to take the starter button apart, clean or bend the prongs a little to make sure they make contact.
And get a battery tender for periods of non use (I had one on my trike all winter and it started right up)
EDIT (afterthought)
You say it wouldn't do nuttin at first Then you trickle charged it o'nite and it turned, but slowly.
That makes me think it's still a battery issue Try jumping it and see. if it starts right up, me thinks battery How old is the battery? If it had a chance to go completely dead, it could be a bad cell. But, what do I know.
Thanks for reading my babble and have a great Scooter day
Dave
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Post by davec on Apr 1, 2014 8:58:03 GMT -6
A couple days ago we had freezing rain then snow over the top of that Yesterday it was 50 Today is supposed to be 65 Tomorrow thru Sat is 50 and 100% chance of rain. Sat 47
So, I'll be in the garage changing fluids, putting that ATV lift together, pulling the wheels to have em balanced, and then ride
I did ride a little yesterday, and it was great. The dog was running along side in the neighborhood and enjoyed the run as much as I enjoyed the ride. We both sat in the garage afterward and had a cold beer. Life is good
Dave
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Post by davec on Mar 31, 2014 16:06:34 GMT -6
I drive my chit, and my 88 Fleetwood, and my Avalons, and the Mustang, and even my 78 VW Bus (once I finger out how to shift with just one leg).So, 'Who you talkin' bout, Louis???" Ride safe my friend Dave How about a big left hand clutch lever? It already cabled to the engine, just move it up to the left side dash using a foot or so of rod to pull back and down on. I was trying to get the VA to pay for hand controls, but they only do it for your primary vehicle and an automatic I gotta replace the engine anyway so may put in a Porsche 911 with an automatic But if not, your method will be my next choice Thanx Dave
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Post by davec on Mar 31, 2014 14:17:15 GMT -6
When I saw em at Autozone, they were only like $15 (if I recall)
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Post by davec on Mar 31, 2014 14:13:55 GMT -6
lol yah dave, im just funnying them...but honestly he's right about it... and i think neon vests would help too on being extra visible to the cager. To ride on a Military Installation they're required (or at least were) And, if a military person got in an accident off base, and they weren't wearing their hi viz vest, they could be held liable, and face military punishment for harming military property (meaning YOU). I also had invisible hi viz tape that reflected at night, but was barely visible in the day. I threw 'fashion' out the window a long time ago. But I now stay as far away as possible from all GMC Jimmys.
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Post by davec on Mar 31, 2014 14:09:45 GMT -6
I'm from Denver, and the Colo ones are spot on (I didn't understand the PASS one)
Also, the younger generation is so into skiing, they'll spend $100's on a one day trip to the mountains, and spend 3 hours getting there , and getting back.
But, the sun shines 300 days outa the year. Snow melts 3 days after the 'storm' And the snow capped Rocky Mtns are bootiful
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