Gordon R Posted May 12, 2019 Report Share Posted May 12, 2019 (edited) Since the lads packed in motocross, I have been looking for something to occupy my time. Junior has decided to go back to Trials. I bought a Gas Gas 280 and have refurbished it - more suspension bearings than you can point a stick at, forks overhauled and more. I should have taken photos before and after, but can't turn back the clock. I also got lumbered with a small box trailer to cart the bike round in. Chassis cleaned, painted, wheel bearings, mudguards, stabilisers, paint, sealing and more. The sad part is that I have rushed all these and the best part of four weeks later - nothing to do - apart from a new trailer floor and mounting points. Junior and senior are pictured in deep discussion as to whether I should get another trials bike and perhaps a larger trailer. I fancy making a box trailer from scratch. The excess paint has gone from the handles and the rivet removed from the mudguard on the trailer. Edited May 12, 2019 by Gordon R Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoBodyImportant Posted May 12, 2019 Report Share Posted May 12, 2019 Get into old cars, you will never worry how spend your time again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon R Posted May 12, 2019 Author Report Share Posted May 12, 2019 Some impressive vehicles there. I don't have the room - senior does, but has no interest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Burpster Posted May 12, 2019 Report Share Posted May 12, 2019 Top job on the Gasser Gordon. Brilliant bikes when they are top form! Always preferred the Betas but still in the right hands - awesome! 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gamekeeper1960 Posted May 12, 2019 Report Share Posted May 12, 2019 Nice job Gordon.love bike but swore to my good lady I'd never have another. .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ditchman Posted May 12, 2019 Report Share Posted May 12, 2019 (edited) go retro...look out for a barn find greeves challanger....................this will make you sick.....i threw a knackered one down "the pit" many many moons ago....(there is a housing development ontop of it now..) Edited May 13, 2019 by ditchman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon R Posted May 13, 2019 Author Report Share Posted May 13, 2019 The Greeves was a very good bike in the 1960s. Burpster - been looking at a Beta for eldest, who might have a dabble. Also looked at Scorpas. My knowledge of trials bikes is limited. Bought a TY175 Yamaha and Montesa 348 in 1990, plus a Gas Gas 250 about 5 years old. Prior to that I had a BSA 175 Bantam trials in the 1960s - reg JCB 42 - reg would be worth a bit now. I have far more experience of motocrossers - 19 in total. Any recommendations on trials bikes - make, model would be helpful Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akka Posted May 14, 2019 Report Share Posted May 14, 2019 Ah, TY175 was my first proper trials bike, then a TY250, Fantic 245 and then a Beta Zero 260 which I still have from 1991. I fully refurbished it a couple of years ago. Good job on the GasGas, looks nice👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rimfire4969 Posted May 15, 2019 Report Share Posted May 15, 2019 Classic car, loads of fun and always something to do. I have had this Sunbeam about 25 years, latest edition is an 1980 E30 BMW 3 series with full history and 64000 miles on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldypigeonpopper Posted May 15, 2019 Report Share Posted May 15, 2019 hello, find an (old barn) motor bike and do it up, with photos etc on here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestonSalop Posted May 15, 2019 Report Share Posted May 15, 2019 IF none of this appeals and you are REALLY stuck for something to do, you might want to have a crack at being Prime Minister. You couldn't possibly do a worse job than anyone currently in the frame, of any political colour. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vmaxphil Posted May 16, 2019 Report Share Posted May 16, 2019 That's not fair we all like Gordon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestonSalop Posted May 16, 2019 Report Share Posted May 16, 2019 3 hours ago, vmaxphil said: That's not fair we all like Gordon "Being liked", would be so spectacularly unique for a politician, winning would be guaranteed. Remember folks, Vote Gordon!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jbob Posted May 16, 2019 Report Share Posted May 16, 2019 On 15/05/2019 at 14:08, rimfire4969 said: Classic car, loads of fun and always something to do. I have had this Sunbeam about 25 years, latest edition is an 1980 E30 BMW 3 series with full history and 64000 miles on it. That is a beaut. My brother has an MG midget and my dad has a rather nice MGB GT (1.8) and TF. As you can tell they are MG fans lol. Lets hope we get a nice summer to get them out of the garage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon R Posted May 17, 2019 Author Report Share Posted May 17, 2019 The Sunbeam has classic looks which still look very sharp today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John_R Posted May 17, 2019 Report Share Posted May 17, 2019 I have a Sunbeam Alpine series II, sadly in a stalled restoration due to a charlatan so called specialist royally screwing up. I have owned the car over 30 years and it hope to finish the work by myself but time is hard to come by. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon R Posted May 27, 2019 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2019 Just added some floor covering and go faster stripes. Just want it off my drive now, so I can get on with whatever I do next. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted May 27, 2019 Report Share Posted May 27, 2019 I love that tiled floor! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ditchman Posted May 27, 2019 Report Share Posted May 27, 2019 (edited) 9 minutes ago, TIGHTCHOKE said: I love that tiled floor! HHHHHHHHHHHaahhahahhah.................i just looked at that and thought "**** that is sad ...he has tiled the bloody floor. hope he has used the high modulas grout...he needs to get out more....... then i realised ... that has made my day... Edited May 27, 2019 by ditchman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted May 27, 2019 Report Share Posted May 27, 2019 Gotcha! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon R Posted May 27, 2019 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2019 I just wanted grey vinyl and beggars can't be choosers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatchap Posted May 28, 2019 Report Share Posted May 28, 2019 Knitting? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon R Posted June 11, 2019 Author Report Share Posted June 11, 2019 (edited) Took the plunge and bought another trials bike - Beta Rev 3 250cc. Clutch stuck, no front brake, no back brake, non-runner for the last three years. Checked compression and spark before buying. Got in home and got it running, then started dismantling to check all bearings, seals etc. This time, I took a photo before starting. Exhaust looked rough when I got it - looks a lot better now. New graphics, bar pad, grips, front mudguard in the post - as it is having a new red / black colour scheme.. Edited June 11, 2019 by Gordon R Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGHTCHOKE Posted June 11, 2019 Report Share Posted June 11, 2019 That's you occupied for a couple of weekends then! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon R Posted June 11, 2019 Author Report Share Posted June 11, 2019 Got a lot to check - wheel bearings, arm bearings, free up clutch, sprockets, new parts and check every single nut and bolt. Some aluminium welding or air box brackets required. One of shooting mates will do the ally welding - I can't. No fluid in brakes or clutch. I am trying to stretch it out. My youngest has just been on the phone - "Do I fancy buying a Sherco tonight?" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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