Timing a G80 Matchless Magneto with Cigarette Paper

Автокөліктер мен көлік құралдары

The old fashioned way...

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  • @CalibratedCore
    @CalibratedCore3 жыл бұрын

    Exceptional video, Mr. Casey! Thank you very much for putting this video together as it's one of the best tutorials I have ever seen. Take care!

  • @TheRideNut

    @TheRideNut

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Mr. Core!

  • @richardortiz8704

    @richardortiz8704

    2 жыл бұрын

    2022

  • @bake162
    @bake1622 жыл бұрын

    Awesome, gave me the confidence needed to carry on. Thanks for posting this

  • @billcawley6509
    @billcawley65094 жыл бұрын

    My first exposure to correct cigarette paper release from the points. And, no inspirational background noise, or redundant commentary. Thanks for that!

  • @TheRideNut

    @TheRideNut

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Bill, that pack of Zig Zag is several decades old. Thanks for watching!

  • @SLED649
    @SLED64910 ай бұрын

    What a great tutorial!👍

  • @gentlerowdy
    @gentlerowdy3 жыл бұрын

    you always inspire me casey- some day will drop into your workshop for a beer but i will carry it them for you- Cheers the pleasure is all mine to see you at work !

  • @TheRideNut

    @TheRideNut

    2 жыл бұрын

    Mr. Atul, you and your beer are always welcome! Thank you for your kind words. Ciao DC

  • @mightymack4259
    @mightymack425911 ай бұрын

    I must be some sort of idiot… can’t believe I’ve never seen your videos before,they are fantastic!!! Please keep up the good work 👍

  • @ianlawrie919
    @ianlawrie9192 жыл бұрын

    Fabulous and ingenious 😀 don’t worry, cameraman was fine 😁👌👍

  • @davehewlett1971
    @davehewlett19713 жыл бұрын

    That's the proper way! Nice work!

  • @TheRideNut

    @TheRideNut

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Dave!

  • @davek8409
    @davek84092 жыл бұрын

    I've timed many mags - I still learned something (as always) from Dick. Great work! Thanks!

  • @TheRideNut

    @TheRideNut

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Mr. K, Dick Casey

  • @lionelhall5066
    @lionelhall50663 жыл бұрын

    Thanks casy , you are precious

  • @matsanga1
    @matsanga14 жыл бұрын

    Excellent video!

  • @TheRideNut

    @TheRideNut

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Sir!

  • @RUBBERTANK_3
    @RUBBERTANK_3 Жыл бұрын

    this video helped me so much.

  • @TheRideNut

    @TheRideNut

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Rubbertank. I'm pleased I was able to help you, DC

  • @colvinator1611
    @colvinator16112 жыл бұрын

    Easy to understand, very well presented. Thankyou very much.

  • @TheRideNut

    @TheRideNut

    Жыл бұрын

    Ciao Colin, the pleasure was mine. Dick Casey

  • @colvinator1611

    @colvinator1611

    Жыл бұрын

    @@TheRideNut Any chance of a 'jampot' overhaul Dick ? Mine are the early ones with screw rings for the main spring seat. Thanks again, Colin UK.

  • @kalimshaikh6966
    @kalimshaikh69664 жыл бұрын

    Very good video. Your great sir.👍

  • @TheRideNut

    @TheRideNut

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Kalim. Thanks for watching!

  • @dogpaw775
    @dogpaw7753 жыл бұрын

    ok without a degree wheel , but dwell time at tdc is a guesstimate.

  • @olivefritz
    @olivefritz4 жыл бұрын

    I own a twin but really enjoyed this vid. Thanks for sharing.

  • @TheRideNut

    @TheRideNut

    4 жыл бұрын

    Twins are nice too! However, singles steal my heart. Thanks for watching!

  • @redtobertshateshandles
    @redtobertshateshandles2 жыл бұрын

    I would be lapping sprockets prior to assembly but I suppose if you can clean every bit of grinding paste off it doesn't matter. I love how these books were prior to marker pens, a lot of unnecessary filing going on.

  • @glaicogobbo4046
    @glaicogobbo40463 жыл бұрын

    Maneira exata!

  • @bobduarte9189
    @bobduarte91894 жыл бұрын

    Best class ever

  • @TheRideNut

    @TheRideNut

    4 жыл бұрын

    Aw shucks... ! Thanls for watching.

  • @MrJakeyshadow
    @MrJakeyshadow3 жыл бұрын

    I have a '52 AJS Model 20, I can't find any newer cylinders or pistons for it. Only one cylinder has a cracked baseplate, I am not sure if it can be repaired. Do you know of a good website to source pistons/rings/pinion?

  • @exb.r.buckeyeman845
    @exb.r.buckeyeman845 Жыл бұрын

    Only thing I would be worried about, is jamming the chain against the alloy cover.

  • @vonryansexpress
    @vonryansexpress4 жыл бұрын

    Super video - great tips, very valuable to Matchless/A.J.S. lovers . . .what was that torque setting on the Mag nut ?

  • @TheRideNut

    @TheRideNut

    4 жыл бұрын

    12 ft/Lbs (16.2Nm) is plenty. Glad you like my video.

  • @vonryansexpress

    @vonryansexpress

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@TheRideNut thank you, much appreciated. I have subscribed, always glad to see this type of informative video. . .

  • @ariel4kees
    @ariel4kees11 ай бұрын

    I think, anno 2023 , the way to go is using a digital caliper.......set the caliper at 2 inches or so, have the piston push up the measring rod of the caliper, set it to zero, then push out to 7/16 inch for 39 degrees.....turn the crankshaft and wait till the piston touches the measuring rod again at 7/16 in compression stroke....

  • @carlosferreira759
    @carlosferreira7593 жыл бұрын

    👏 bravo.I have a matchless 500 D year 1933 and I can’t resolve dis problem 😡

  • @TheRideNut

    @TheRideNut

    3 жыл бұрын

    Carlos, I'd like to help... describe the problem. Ciao, DC

  • @carlosferreira759

    @carlosferreira759

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@TheRideNut merci,obrigado👍

  • @pattoallen1981
    @pattoallen19812 жыл бұрын

    Full advance when you set it looked like you set piston at full advance?

  • @pablorosales1149
    @pablorosales1149 Жыл бұрын

    Dear Dick, I bought last November precisely this model G80. I learn a lot with your videos! Thank you, you are a very serious mechanic! How can I get the parts to replace? I have no direction, no internet address... Thank you for your help! Pablo

  • @TheRideNut

    @TheRideNut

    Жыл бұрын

    Ciao Pablo, where in the world are you? Many new and used parts can be bought from AMC Classic Spares in the UK. This vendor is very well acquainted with these bikes and a very reliable man. his URL is www.amcclassicspares.com Another good website is the AJS Matchless Owners Club. www.jampot.com// You must join the club to buy parts, however, they are a wonderful resource and a good place to learn. Best wishes, Dick Casey. The RideNut

  • @Kiyarose3999
    @Kiyarose3999 Жыл бұрын

    That engine looks nothing like the 1954 G80s Matchless I use to have?

  • @budspaulding7121
    @budspaulding712110 ай бұрын

  • @terrykaas5339
    @terrykaas53393 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Casey, Very good video. It would be good to talk to you sometime. Terry Kaas Ritzville, Washington.

  • @TheRideNut

    @TheRideNut

    3 жыл бұрын

    Terry I'm on Vashon Island and easy to find. I'd welcome your phone call.

  • @pattoallen1981
    @pattoallen1981 Жыл бұрын

    They are a pain i havnt done it in over 20 years not sure if i had it right then

  • @TheRideNut

    @TheRideNut

    Жыл бұрын

    Ciao Patto, practice makes perfect! Thanks for watching, Dick Casey

  • @mangeshkakade2628
    @mangeshkakade26283 жыл бұрын

    Please sir If you have possible then make full restoration video..of these bikes And BSA WM20

  • @TheRideNut

    @TheRideNut

    3 жыл бұрын

    Mr. Kakade, I appreciate your enthusiasm, however, I can not meet your kind request. I do to own a BSA WM20, and I really prefer to build 'custom' bikes. Sorry!

  • @mangeshkakade2628

    @mangeshkakade2628

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@TheRideNut Respect you sir ! Thanks .

  • @nortoncommandoupgradestrav2474
    @nortoncommandoupgradestrav24742 жыл бұрын

    Bulb across the points and a degree disc would be more accurate, or a dial gauge directly on the piston.

  • @redtobertshateshandles

    @redtobertshateshandles

    2 жыл бұрын

    Cigarette paper is way easier than stuffing around with lights and shit. Close enough for an old chugger like a Commando.

  • @nortoncommandoupgradestrav2474

    @nortoncommandoupgradestrav2474

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@redtobertshateshandles Why would that be? Any engine needs the timing as accurate as it can be. You find it too difficult to rig up a battery, two wires and a bulb? I guess you don't go too far from home.

  • @dwansbo

    @dwansbo

    11 ай бұрын

    Bulb across the points on a magneto doesn't work. The mag is independent of the battery, it only generates current in the primary winding when the armature is rotating. Before 1958 when magneto ignition /dynamo charging was replaced by alternator/ coil / battery motorcycle owners did their own maintenance. Their tool kit was often very basic. Dial gauges were a luxury. An experienced man could achieve a high degree of accuracy with the methods shown in this video. Also with manually adjusted advance and retard the timing could be adjusted on the move. By slightly retarding the ignition the rider could improve uphill torque or eliminate preignition. Electric start and Twist and go is a modern phenomenon. Imagine having to deal with hand change gears, fuel and air mixture levers, decompressors and manual ignition control. Add to that before 1930 carbide lighting sets were common and gave a better light than 6V bulbs. The rider needed to constantly adjust the acetylene gas generator while on the move. Stirrup and drum brakes were useless by todays standards leading to brown trouser moments while riding your vintage machine in modern traffic.

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