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Post by egglimu on Nov 18, 2011 20:31:34 GMT
Hi all,
I'm a new member and have recently took my '84 px200e engine to bits. So far I have managed to get in back together and on the scoot. What I'm after is what oils/ lubrication should I use in the engine/ gearbox? It's the first time I have ever taken an engine apart and want to get this right.
Thanks in advance
Don
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Post by Robjack on Nov 18, 2011 21:29:38 GMT
You want to be using SAE 30 in the gearbox. Just fill it until it laps out of the filler hole (scoot off the stand). Whatever 2 stroke oil you prefer for the fuel as well of course.
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Post by egglimu on Nov 18, 2011 22:27:10 GMT
Thanks for the quick reply I have just ordered some. This is my first Vespa and was wondering which 2 stroke is best for the engine? Is it best to pre mix before putting it in the tank and what ratio to use? Sorry for so many questions just that I don't want to get it wrong
Cheers
Don
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Post by Robjack on Nov 20, 2011 19:13:31 GMT
Fully synthetic 2-stroke is probably the best oil you can put in it, but it wasn't actually designed to use that so a semi synthetic will work just as well. It comes down to personal choice and cost considerations.
You should mix at 2% and just put it in the tank then fill up with fuel. The agitating action of the flow of fuel should mix it all up. This is assuming that it's pre-mix of course and not auto lube.
It's a good idea to find out how much oil you require per fill up and get some small screw top jars in the glove box with the right amount of oil in for each time.
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