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    LC vs. AC engine - Gilera Runner stator, cdi on a Typhoon

    With a bit of electronics skill it's possible to build a replacement CDI module very cheaply. I assembled this one from a kit and it works fine...
    Post by: donic, Jan 8, 2016 in forum: Maxiscooter Tuning
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    BGM evo crank & variator ramp plate Piaggio 50cc

    OK - thanks for the tip. I was hoping for a simple solution and it makes sense... my worst fear was having to split the cases again......:eek: I...
    Post by: donic, Sep 9, 2014 in forum: The Workshop
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    BGM evo crank & variator ramp plate Piaggio 50cc

    I can’t get the variator to mount properly onto a BGM Evo crank shaft. (Piaggio 50 LC engine) The problem is the spines on the crank shaft,...
    Thread by: donic, Sep 8, 2014, 2 replies, in forum: The Workshop
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    LC vs. AC engine - Gilera Runner stator, cdi on a Typhoon

    Re: LC vs. AC engine - Gilera Runner stator, cdi on a Typhoo Are you refering to the black wire coming from the CDI ? - That is a ground...
    Post by: donic, Sep 22, 2011 in forum: Maxiscooter Tuning
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    mikuni carbs

    Mikuni spare parts are expensive, I wanted to buy a manual choke but it was fucking outrageous. I kept getting to rich even with the factory jet...
    Post by: donic, Sep 18, 2011 in forum: Maxiscooter Tuning
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    mikuni carbs

    Yeah, good idea - On my scoot I recently swapped out the Mikuni VM20 for a Dellorto PHBL 25mm - Im currently using a 102 main jet which suits my...
    Post by: donic, Sep 18, 2011 in forum: Maxiscooter Tuning
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    mikuni carbs

    The jet numbering system is different between Mikuni and Dellorto so you cannot compare them... However the 6mm Dellorto jets will phyically fit...
    Post by: donic, Sep 17, 2011 in forum: Maxiscooter Tuning
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    gilera runner 125 downpipe

    Sure you aint tryin to fit it on upside down ? :whistle: SIP can supply one made from stainless steel, it's the business & I have used them on...
    Post by: donic, Sep 17, 2011 in forum: Maxiscooter Tuning
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    96 2 stroke skipper exhaust rare as rocking horse

    Sito produce a factory style exhaust that will fit a 1996 Skipper 2T. They are not too expensive, you can get them from SIP - here is the link....
    Post by: donic, Sep 17, 2011 in forum: Maxiscooter Tuning
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    Piaggio Typhoon 172 conversion

    It’s a good idea to have a look at the engine case back near the wheel where the serial number is. If you can read the stamp marks it will start...
    Post by: donic, Aug 14, 2011 in forum: Maxiscooter Tuning
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    Piaggio overheats

    The ports have not been corrected - it is a factory stock cylinder. I have been very careful to check all the coolant pipes, they are all OK....
    Post by: donic, May 12, 2011 in forum: Maxiscooter Tuning
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    Piaggio overheats

    I have a 2T overheating problem. The engine is a Piaggio EXV1M which is a 150cc liquid cooled. standard barrel and 60mm piston. I rebuilt the...
    Thread by: donic, May 12, 2011, 2 replies, in forum: Maxiscooter Tuning
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    auto choke on a typhoon 50 17.5 mm

    According to the electrical schematics for 50 2T both Piaggio 5 and 8 pin regulator types have the auto choke control originating from pin 1 of...
    Post by: donic, Mar 2, 2011 in forum: The Workshop