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Pegscraper replied to the thread Rear Axle Torque.
The "angle" method is fairly common with head bolts. It's the method stipulated by the manufacturer when I changed the BEB's in the SUV...
Jun 16, 2025 at 6:28 PM -
Pegscraper replied to the thread Rear Axle Torque.
Things have moved on a tad from the 1930's!:laughing: For removing the axle nuts I use my Milwaukee 18v impact driver with well over...
Jun 16, 2025 at 6:18 PM -
Pegscraper replied to the thread Bonneville T100 - Onboard Temp. Sensor.
That's a good call using the parking light circuit. Does anyone ever use parking lights anymore?
Jun 16, 2025 at 6:11 PM -
Pegscraper liked MoreCowbell's post in the thread Bonneville T100 - Onboard Temp. Sensor.
This is a “closeout” post which I present as a contribution for those who may wish to add a good engine temp. platform that avoids the...
Jun 16, 2025 at 6:10 PM
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Pegscraper replied to the thread Rear Axle Torque.
That's a good point regarding the rear wheel spanner in the tool kit which should, in theory, be capable of undoing a correctly torqued...
Jun 16, 2025 at 3:10 PM -
Pegscraper liked blacktiger's post in the thread Rear Axle Torque.
In over 50 years of taking wheels out and putting them back in, I have never once resorted to a torque wrench. I just use either the...
Jun 16, 2025 at 2:58 PM -
Pegscraper replied to the thread What Bike Is This ?.
I'm not clued up on all the models but I'd day it's a Triumph America, with a few mods.
Jun 16, 2025 at 11:54 AM -
Pegscraper rated ajc400's post
Useful in the thread What you been doing with your TRIUMPH today??.
That same badge arrangement has been commented on with the Speed and Scrambler 400's, causing engine noise/reverberation. Same...
Jun 16, 2025 at 9:53 AM -
Pegscraper attached a file to the thread What you been doing with your TRIUMPH today??.
A breezy run out over Holme Moss this evening. The TVM in low cloud.... [ATTACH] Finally found out what was causing an annoying...
Jun 15, 2025 at 10:19 PM
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Pegscraper replied to the thread Rear Axle Torque.
The safety clip should stop the nut coming undone but not having the nut fully tightened puts more strain on the drive studs or splines....
Jun 15, 2025 at 10:43 AM -
Pegscraper rated MightyBoosh's post
Agree in the thread Rear Axle Torque.
Good lad, enjoy your ride. We've all been in this position at some time, but if you've got into the "fuck off tight" range and secured...
Jun 15, 2025 at 10:12 AM -
Pegscraper replied to the thread Rear Axle Torque.
Just like knock on/off car wheel hubs and spinners.
Jun 14, 2025 at 10:47 PM -
Pegscraper replied to the thread Rear Axle Torque.
That should make them LH thread so the normal wheel rotation tightens the thread. At least that's how knock on car wheel spinners work,...
Jun 14, 2025 at 9:52 PM -
Pegscraper replied to the thread *** Stolen 10th June 2025 ***.
I feel for your mate. I was there 3 years ago with a stolen Street Scrambler. Did he use any extra security or just rely on the steering...
Jun 14, 2025 at 9:26 PM -
Pegscraper replied to the thread What Have You Being Doing With Your Non-triumph Today?.
....and definately a Birthday to FORGET!:sob:
Jun 14, 2025 at 9:21 PM