Restoration of 1951 Vincent Rapide - Part 87 - Grease is the word
I hope you will enjoy this 5-minute-fix video in which I will be checking that all the grease nipples have are lubricated. There will be more videos to follow in this little mini series.
Here’s a list of the 10 grease nipples that I could find on my bike:
1 - Front RH Brake Cam Spindle Boss ✓
2 - Front LH Brake Cam Spindle Boss ✓
3 - Gear drive for speedo ✓
4 - Front brake balance beam ✓
5 - Front damper unit ✓
- Edit: Thank you "Dog Paw" and "DucDude" for pointing out that the damper is missing the felt washers at both sides, to prevent it from knocking from side to side.
6 - Steering head lug ✓
7 - RH Brake crossover shaft ✓
8 - LH Brake crossover shaft ✓
9 - Rear RH Brake Cam Spindle Boss ✓
10 - Rear LH Brake Cam Spindle Boss ✓
Please do let me know if you see that I missed any or have any comments about this routine!
I’m also aware that some guys fit grease nipples to other parts on their bikes, such as the eccentrics and other parts for lubrication around the headstock. This video doesn't include greasing the springs either.
Please note that this is how I approach some of these maintenance jobs so please remember to consult your owners manuals.
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that front steering damper seems like it needs a bush, must knock terribly when being ridden?.
@TheMightyGarage
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for the great point. I will look into that. Best wishes, Mike
@TheMightyGarage
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks again for spotting that. One of my friends has pointed out that it is missing a felt washer on both sides of the damper. They are very inexpensive and I'll order and fit them. Cheers!
@dogpaw775
3 жыл бұрын
@@TheMightyGarage mmm, i don't have the felt washers fitted and would have thought the bush was shot but you seem fortunate to have enough years of accrued Vincent knowledge to draw on, All the best.
Very relaxing watching you do a few maintenance jobs, thanks
@TheMightyGarage
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot Kevin. Glad you enjoyed it. Best wishes, Mike
From back in the days when things were built to last. The old saying, "grease is cheap" comes to mind.
Muy buen video y explícito saludos de Argentina mardel plata..Rafael
La grasa es la vida!!!!👍👍👍
Dont know why just enjoy watching someone else doing bike maintenance (garage envy) thanks Mike stay safe.
@TheMightyGarage
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Colin 👍 Best wishes, Mike
A cup of tea, now that is serious maintenance 😀 Have a nice day Mike 👍
@TheMightyGarage
3 жыл бұрын
Hehe! Thank you David. There are a few more vids in the pipeline. Hope all is well. Best wishes, Mike
Thanks Mike. atb t ..
Hey Mike, you should maybe do your maintenance a little later in the day and put something a tad stronger in that cup of yours, it is winter after all. 😜👍
@TheMightyGarage
3 жыл бұрын
Love it! Great idea and a very nice reward afterwards! Cheers!
I once had a Matchless brass grease pump very similar to yours. I hope you can get good Tetley tea in America. 🥸
@TheMightyGarage
3 жыл бұрын
Yes! We can get some great home comforts, such as Tetley tea, Yorkshire tea, Barry's Irish and Taylors of Harrogate tea 😉 Best wishes, Mike
Well hello Mike. I've missed a lot of videos, have some catching up to do.
@TheMightyGarage
3 жыл бұрын
Welcome back Wooley! Hope all is well
Because of the nature of metal moving parts I would always apply a thin layer of grease where metal rubs metal not only for lubrication but also for waterproofing and corrosion resistance
@TheMightyGarage
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much. Appreciate the advice. Best wishes, Mike
Ha found grease gun on eBay £10.00 free delivery thanks mike.
Did your Vincent originate from Wimbledon?
Hi, hope you are doing well. Not related to the Vincent but wondered how the atlas project is going? I am building a Dominator and have found your videos very useful. Cheers Andy
@TheMightyGarage
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot, Andy. Unfortunately the Atlas project is at a bit of a standstill at the moment while I work on the other bikes and in particular the Manxman. I'm hoping to finish that one first and then will finally get back to poor old Shep! Cheers, Mike
@keylimepiband2760
3 жыл бұрын
@@TheMightyGarage great, I look forward to it. Brilliant work on all of your videos. All the best Andy
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Another great video Mike. I've never seen a grease pump before. Can you still buy them?.
@colincoleman2536
3 жыл бұрын
I want a grease pump too I'm going to Google search now.
@coobye
3 жыл бұрын
@@colincoleman2536 Let us know what you find, I couldn't find anything similar. Cheers.
@colincoleman2536
3 жыл бұрын
@@coobye nothing on the web this kind of thing will show up when you least expect it like a boot or garage sale antique shop etc eBay you let me down this time.
@coobye
3 жыл бұрын
@@colincoleman2536 Same here. Maybe Mike can let us know if there's a brand name on it. It could be an old factory ( Vincent ? ) tool?. If so I'll leave it for the Vincent loyals but maybe there's a replica of some type.
@TheMightyGarage
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Colin, I believe the grease gun/pump was made by a company called Tecalemit in London. The Vincent spares company has a new grease gun/pump that similar to the original but its about £30! The description reads: hand grease gun suitable for both original style 459 modern fitting for 59/1 and angled 537 grease nipples. Hope this helps. Cheers, Mike
Something modern bikes just dont have anymore . Crazy really but i guess modern riders dont want the hassle . :/
"Grease is the word" might be for you but I would say "its the one that I want"!!!!