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Other Things Simplex / Happy Thanksgiving ...
« on: November 26, 2015, 08:28:31 AM »
To all our Simplex enthusiasts : Have a Great Thanksgiving . 
Pete .
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Other Things Simplex / Portland 2016
« on: October 18, 2015, 09:21:30 PM »
I just read this on Facebook :
?Darren Chafin : " Also, the dates for 2016 have changed slightly. The new dates are July the 21st - 25th 2016. Thursday through Monday."
Read more : https://www.facebook.com/groups/367725103281365/?fref=nf
Pete .
?Darren Chafin : " Also, the dates for 2016 have changed slightly. The new dates are July the 21st - 25th 2016. Thursday through Monday."
Read more : https://www.facebook.com/groups/367725103281365/?fref=nf
Pete .
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Buy, Sell, Trade / A couple of Ebay & a Craigslist listings
« on: August 17, 2015, 07:10:54 PM »
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Simplex-Servi-Cycle-SERVI-CYCLE-1950-039-s-3-500-made-in-new-Orleans-LA-/351480499285?_trksid=p2054897.l4275
http://www.ebay.com/itm/SIMPLEX-SERVI-CYCLE-1950-039-S-BARN-FRESH-BEEN-SITTING-FOR-YEARS-NOT-RUNNING-/111746543269?_trksid=p2054897.l4275
This second one looks interesting . I wonder how the external coil performs ?
a Craigslist listing ...
http://madison.craigslist.org/mcy/5128499695.html
Pete .
http://www.ebay.com/itm/SIMPLEX-SERVI-CYCLE-1950-039-S-BARN-FRESH-BEEN-SITTING-FOR-YEARS-NOT-RUNNING-/111746543269?_trksid=p2054897.l4275
This second one looks interesting . I wonder how the external coil performs ?
a Craigslist listing ...
http://madison.craigslist.org/mcy/5128499695.html
Pete .
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Buy, Sell, Trade / $9000 M Model
« on: August 17, 2015, 06:36:55 PM »
http://stlouis.craigslist.org/mcy/5127849626.html
http://www.theoldcarguys.com/listings/55956714786/1942-simplex-motor-cycle/
Nicely done . I hope they get what they are asking .
I can't figure why the transmission hanger was left to look so mundane .
And , why they couldn't afford to post a much better showing of pics .
It seems they don't even know what year it was produced
Pete .
http://www.theoldcarguys.com/listings/55956714786/1942-simplex-motor-cycle/
Nicely done . I hope they get what they are asking .
I can't figure why the transmission hanger was left to look so mundane .
And , why they couldn't afford to post a much better showing of pics .
It seems they don't even know what year it was produced
Pete .
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Engine & Transmission / MT fuel meter tube hole size
« on: June 28, 2015, 07:41:24 PM »
Can anyone tell me what the size of the lone hole in the tip ( bottom ) of the MT carb fuel meter tube is ?
And , maybe that of a Carpenter replacement ?
I have two meter tubes . Each has a different size bottom hole . One about twice the size of the other .
I hadn't noticed the difference before and am wondering what difference in fuel delivery might be .
I'll be testing each for results , but any other input would be helpful .
TIA
Pete .
And , maybe that of a Carpenter replacement ?
I have two meter tubes . Each has a different size bottom hole . One about twice the size of the other .
I hadn't noticed the difference before and am wondering what difference in fuel delivery might be .
I'll be testing each for results , but any other input would be helpful .
TIA
Pete .
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Frame, Tank, Seat, Controls, Etc / Four Throttle Controls
« on: June 24, 2015, 07:25:06 PM »
I've posted a couple of these before .
Not having the original throttle control mechanism , I needed something . I wanted an internal bar type control , similar to the original .
I suppose I could just call Wayne , but that's way too easy .
So , the first throttle control I tried was a simple in/out slide grip . I used the OEM style solid core cable . It worked but I thought it lacked the finite control of my latest 'creation' .
I discarded the solid core cable to increase the chances of a much smoother function . I replaced that cable with bicycle brake control cable which I've used since^ . Mission accomplished .
The next was :
That^ one needed too much 'contact' which translated to friction / drag . Not good .
Next came :
(I used the bicycle cable , rather than the solid core depicted)
I really wanted the grip to stay in one place and twist . Not slip in and out on the bar . It worked better than the first try , but ...
The latest employs a dowel , a few screws , a small spacer , washers , some aluminum flashing , bailing wire , and a bit of nylon string .
This latest is fairly smooth and it affords good snap back to shut the carb down , quick .
Pete .
Not having the original throttle control mechanism , I needed something . I wanted an internal bar type control , similar to the original .
I suppose I could just call Wayne , but that's way too easy .
So , the first throttle control I tried was a simple in/out slide grip . I used the OEM style solid core cable . It worked but I thought it lacked the finite control of my latest 'creation' .
I discarded the solid core cable to increase the chances of a much smoother function . I replaced that cable with bicycle brake control cable which I've used since^ . Mission accomplished .
The next was :
That^ one needed too much 'contact' which translated to friction / drag . Not good .
Next came :
(I used the bicycle cable , rather than the solid core depicted)
I really wanted the grip to stay in one place and twist . Not slip in and out on the bar . It worked better than the first try , but ...
The latest employs a dowel , a few screws , a small spacer , washers , some aluminum flashing , bailing wire , and a bit of nylon string .
This latest is fairly smooth and it affords good snap back to shut the carb down , quick .
Pete .
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Other Things Simplex / Happy New Year All ...
« on: December 31, 2014, 08:40:40 AM »
Happy New Year Everyone .
The best of everything to us all . May your Simplex be the best it can be .
The best of everything to us all . May your Simplex be the best it can be .
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Buy, Sell, Trade / Simplex Bikes I've found for Sale from across the web ...
« on: October 21, 2014, 01:46:52 PM »
http://www.motorcyclesupersite.com/view_cycle_details.php?RID=792
http://thekneeslider.com/motorcycles-for-sale/simplex-motorcycles.php
and , 11 more :
http://motorcycles.smartcarguide.com/servicycle
More :
http://www.gocheapused.org/for-sale/simplex-motorcycle-for-sale
Here's a dreamer :
http://classiccars.com/listings/view/444644/1957-simplex-motorcycle-for-sale-in-syosset-new-york-11791
http://cheapmotorcyclesforsale.org/other-makes-1954-automatic-1954-simplex-servi-cycle-antique-motorcycle/
http://www.2040motos.com/Other/Simple-Servi-Cycle/1956-simplex-servi-cycle-vintage-cycle-110259/
There's more , but I'm tired .
Pete .
http://thekneeslider.com/motorcycles-for-sale/simplex-motorcycles.php
and , 11 more :
http://motorcycles.smartcarguide.com/servicycle
More :
http://www.gocheapused.org/for-sale/simplex-motorcycle-for-sale
Here's a dreamer :
http://classiccars.com/listings/view/444644/1957-simplex-motorcycle-for-sale-in-syosset-new-york-11791
http://cheapmotorcyclesforsale.org/other-makes-1954-automatic-1954-simplex-servi-cycle-antique-motorcycle/
http://www.2040motos.com/Other/Simple-Servi-Cycle/1956-simplex-servi-cycle-vintage-cycle-110259/
There's more , but I'm tired .
Pete .
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Other Things Simplex / During my boredom ...
« on: August 26, 2014, 11:26:00 AM »
During my boredom , I drew an idea or two and put them in my computer .
Just a rough idea of what could be :
Simply an extension / version of the slip throttle I now have .
Here's a slightly more advanced version :
I have a couple other things I'm working on to improve , but still retain the original 'flavor' of Simplex .
Pete .
Just a rough idea of what could be :
Simply an extension / version of the slip throttle I now have .
Here's a slightly more advanced version :
I have a couple other things I'm working on to improve , but still retain the original 'flavor' of Simplex .
Pete .
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Buy, Sell, Trade / Recent Craigslist offerings from across the USA
« on: December 23, 2013, 05:46:17 PM »The following are recent Craigslist ads from across the country .
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Introductions / Happy Thanksgiving ...
« on: November 27, 2013, 04:31:22 PM »
We don't have a Chit Chat section and this section is about the closest thing , so :
I hoping All of you have a Great Thanksgiving .
Eat too much . Tell a good joke and laugh a lot .
And , be thankful for what we have .
Pete .
I hoping All of you have a Great Thanksgiving .
Eat too much . Tell a good joke and laugh a lot .
And , be thankful for what we have .
Pete .
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Buy, Sell, Trade / Ebay ...
« on: November 25, 2013, 06:16:58 AM »
Gas tank
http://tinyurl.com/ksd3fu7
Here are a few parts and some other make items mixed in :
http://tinyurl.com/px3l6hc
http://tinyurl.com/nz8n93x
http://tinyurl.com/pxfqd4y
http://tinyurl.com/qzrpvh4
http://tinyurl.com/pme98mg
Here's a '56 with a Tecumseh motor :
http://tinyurl.com/nofgm3d
http://tinyurl.com/ksd3fu7
Here are a few parts and some other make items mixed in :
http://tinyurl.com/px3l6hc
http://tinyurl.com/nz8n93x
http://tinyurl.com/pxfqd4y
http://tinyurl.com/qzrpvh4
http://tinyurl.com/pme98mg
Here's a '56 with a Tecumseh motor :
http://tinyurl.com/nofgm3d
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Buy, Sell, Trade / $17,000 ???
« on: November 08, 2013, 12:57:16 PM »
http://classiccars.com/listings/view/444644/1957-simplex-motorcycle-for-sale-in-syosset-new-york-11791
Hopefully this guy isn't dreaming .
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Other Things Simplex / What did you do to / with / about your Bike today ????
« on: May 22, 2013, 03:05:33 PM »
What did you do to / with / about your Bike today ?
Today , my Simplex is getting a major bath as it's raining hard enough to cool Haiti's gates and she's not under cover .
It shouldn't hurt too much , but I'm sure I'll find out exactly which nuts and or bolts I didn't clear coat .
Today , my Simplex is getting a major bath as it's raining hard enough to cool Haiti's gates and she's not under cover .
It shouldn't hurt too much , but I'm sure I'll find out exactly which nuts and or bolts I didn't clear coat .
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Engine & Transmission / Two-Stroke TUNER'S HANDBOOK
« on: March 21, 2013, 10:19:19 AM »
Rather advanced , but some of you that care to delve into more performance may find a nugget or two :
http://www.2strokeengine.net/gordonjennings/twostroketunershandbook.php
http://www.2strokeengine.net/gordonjennings/twostroketunershandbook.php