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Offline tonytone

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hello :)
« on: 20.11. 2017 23:19 »
Hi there...I'm Tony.
About to embark on restoring a 1957 BSA A10...really like black, chrome and silver.
I'm grateful for the wealth of knowledge I've already found on here but hoping to get a few pointers along the way.
Heading to meet bob from nerepairs this weekend to strip down the engine and see what it needs...I'm guessing some might know of him.



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Re: hello :)
« Reply #1 on: 21.11. 2017 10:52 »
Welcome aboard.

Thanks for the comment about forum, and you will surely get any help to get the bike on the road.
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« Reply #2 on: 21.11. 2017 11:12 »
 *welcome*
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« Reply #3 on: 21.11. 2017 12:28 »
Where are you Tony?
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« Reply #4 on: 21.11. 2017 14:06 »
Hi Tony. We really like pictures!
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« Reply #5 on: 21.11. 2017 15:47 »
welcome Tony
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Re: hello :)
« Reply #6 on: 22.11. 2017 08:21 »
Welcome Tony
I'm curious about your bike...
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Re: hello :)
« Reply #7 on: 23.11. 2017 08:55 »
Thanks for the warm welcome and sorry for the late reply...didn't get any notifications  *eek*
I live between chesterfield and worksop.
Want to restore it to original spec...or as close as I can afford  *smile*
How much am I looking for a cowpat headlamp shroud and the other associated bits? fork shrouds etc...
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« Reply #8 on: 23.11. 2017 09:31 »
You say you want a cowpat style cowl. I can see earlier/later headlamp and switch panel in the box of bits. Do you not want to use it?
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« Reply #9 on: 23.11. 2017 09:34 »
do you know what years that type was used?
thought the nacelle types looked better....the forks look very bare at the moment  *smile*
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Re: hello :)
« Reply #10 on: 23.11. 2017 09:38 »
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see https://www.a7a10.net/forum/index.php?topic=12371.msg96621#msg96621
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« Reply #11 on: 23.11. 2017 09:49 »
Thanks for the info...I should check regardless though  *smile*
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Re: hello :)
« Reply #12 on: 23.11. 2017 10:00 »
Here is a nacelle for sale but it’s if no use as it’s in nz, but it’s an example, I’ve actually got  3 spare in various states (one NOS in Beige).

But I’m sure you will find what you want in the uk.

It seems impossible to find parts when starting a resto, but if you are patient you will find what you need at the right price.

https://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/parts-for-sale/fairing-body-work/auction-1474083108.htm

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Re: hello :)
« Reply #13 on: 23.11. 2017 10:35 »
Love that starting point. Just needs a weekend with the spanner, then a little paint, and all done  *smile*

Looking forward to see the advancements. Good luck and keep the spirit high.
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« Reply #14 on: 23.11. 2017 11:10 »
A weekends work...lol
Will add pics as I go along :)
What other bits do I need with the cowpat nacelle?
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