Recent content by chris711

OK, thanks for your replies... I will give that a go...

Threads seem to match when held next to each other side by side... This is the spec from the supplier. I understand both JIS and Metric 0.7mm. The M4 x 12mm Full Thread Cap Head Screws (DIN 912) - Stainless Steel (A2) has the following features: 2mm Hexagon Depth (P) DIN 912 Manufacturing...

Hi, I am cleaning my carbs and changing the screws from JIS to Allens (as per 5Twins thread on this). My understanding is that JIS and Allens have the same thread and pitch, however, when I screw my Allens in the carb body they go so far then tighten up to stop. I am not keen on breaking through...

Thank you very much for this and advise for the other sections, much appreciated.

Hi, does anyone have a copy of the carb manual - carbguide.pdf or direct me to a new url? Link doesn't work anymore, many thanks...

Well done mate! Least this thread now has a legacy of some stunning xs's

Here is my XS with contact points, would love to do this upgrade :)

Hey Martin, I've got my ticket for The Happening! Can't wait to see your bike! I think it is amazing what you have achieved and certainly a winner! Hope I get to say 'hello' to you at some point... Chris

Thanks for the link Airwolfie, didn't know about that website, just been on there and loving the 'Show us yer workshop' (UK style) thread. Anyway, wish you all a 'Happy New Year' :)))

Is it just on the website? It would only take a minute to get that corrected. (Contact Nik). Hope the article is OK?? It looks OK on the cover. I'll go to WH Smith tomorrow. Anyway, well done for in getting in the mag!! ... (P.S. Sorry 650Skull - I'll get my avatar pic changed, just joined...

Thanks for posting, really enjoyed that, superb video and products...

(Hi Airwolfie, I'm in Ealing, West London) Here's a pic...

Wow! Well done mate! It was great to see your detailed documented build so well deserved! Will it feature in BSH at all some time? The camping was good at Donington. Unusually sunny weather. Good bands on too in the beer tent!

Hey Darcey – Great to meet and have a chat with you at Donington Park meet. Funnily enough on the Saturday? (in the National Chopper Club parking area) I actually saw a XS! (I'll try and post below), but must say so far, every custom show I've been too recently I haven't seen one, despite...

Hi all, Another member from UK (London) Been visiting for a long time but haven't introduced myself so here goes: I always wanted a bike but was never allowed one, despite growing up with a big custom bike scene in East Anglia (Norfolk, UK) in the 70's and 80's. It got to the stage...