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Post by edwinwl on Mar 9, 2013 21:51:42 GMT
Like Venom I did not like the paint of my steering column covers. But I also found out two items: 1. Hammerite is not available in satin black. Hammerite black is glossy black only. 2. Hammerite cannot be painted over by an other paint. So I have removed all old paint, cleaned the thing and repainted the covers with satin mat paint. Before, covers with old paint:   High tech paint cabin:  In between result:  Close up:  |
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Post by slugshot on Mar 9, 2013 22:08:56 GMT
Hi Edwin That must of taken quite a lot of cleaning to remove the paint,but it looks great now  Your goldfish will be pleased...or what ever fish it is...shall we call him NEMO ;D |
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Post by edwinwl on Mar 9, 2013 22:22:43 GMT
:)2
Tomorrow afternoon paint layer 2.
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Post by edwinwl on Mar 11, 2013 18:23:30 GMT
Done:  |
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Post by edwinwl on Mar 13, 2013 17:04:21 GMT
While painting the steering column covers, I also painted the air filter housing.  |
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Post by edwinwl on Mar 13, 2013 17:49:48 GMT
I cut the seat belts to size, because the straps were about 1 meter too long. Melted the edges smooth with a small gas burner.  |
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Post by edwinwl on Mar 13, 2013 17:54:37 GMT
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Post by edwinwl on Mar 30, 2013 16:47:14 GMT
Showing off. Vintage style:   |
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Post by edwinwl on Apr 14, 2013 15:16:40 GMT
Today had a nice spin around in my tR1ke.
When fueling the tR1ke I found out the fuel system had a reasonable over pressure.
I did not anticipate over pressure on the fuel system.
Fuel is pumped out of the fuel tank into the engine to be burned, so the burned fuel has to be replaced by air. I expected a light under pressure but no over pressure.
Over pressure can be dangerous when a fuel line breaks somewhere in the system and spilled fuel catches fire.
What causes the over pressure?
Any of you having the same experiences?
Suggestions how to counter act this?
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Post by edwinwl on Apr 14, 2013 15:22:14 GMT
Yesterday started a new modification: Side covers:  [/URL] Inside view:  |
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Post by seabee70 on Apr 14, 2013 16:00:00 GMT
What were the symptoms of the "over pressure" ? I like the idea of your side covers too. I assume they'll keep some of the weather out ?
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Post by edwinwl on Apr 14, 2013 16:13:17 GMT
I What were the symptoms of the "over pressure" ? I like the idea of your side covers too. I assume they'll keep some of the weather out ? Fuel over pressure symptoms: Fuel tank was about empty, the first fuel pump was already making it's hammering noise. Needed some force to open the fuel cap. When opening a reasonable amount of fuel vapor came out. I have an air inlet valve but no over pressure valve. (yet...) I think when you are smoking and opened the fuel cap, your eye browns would have been gone. Side covers: I already have 2,5 mm clear polystyrol plates cut to size. All is designed to deflect the front wheel splash water. (the most of it) Will share the end result. |
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Post by erik on Apr 14, 2013 17:41:20 GMT
I used breather valves on my tanks which are always open exept sideways or thumbling over. When filling 1 tank I hear the opposite closed tank whisling air. Your valve is a one way system. only air gets in, no vapour is getting out.
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Post by slugshot on Apr 14, 2013 20:53:34 GMT
Hi Edwin
It seems you have the same problem that I had, the one way valves have stuck shut on the tank vents.
If you remove them from the tanks try and blow through them from both ends to see if they open ok.
Mine needed a little oil to keep the flap valve from sticking.
The more expensive type with a ball bearing and a spring is a better idea, it works the same way so the tank is not venting unless there is a negative pressure inside the tanks.
Cheers
Kevin
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Post by edwinwl on Apr 15, 2013 7:24:48 GMT
I understand / agree the two way valve.
What I would like to know is: What is causing the overpressure?
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