Triumphrat

GrandPaulZ · 05-03-2007

If I were you, I wouldn't goof w/ the primary. Besides, a belt won't fit in the case.

jimballard · 05-03-2007

Hi Quag,

I think the old Harleys were a "total loss" oil system. The primary oiler may be the "vent" for the oil to scavenge the crankcase.

Then again, I may be wrong: Jim

quagmire · 05-03-2007

Jim your right. Every 400-700 miles or so , or when you see smoke comming out your pipes you ned to drain the crankcase of old oil and re-prime the system.

jimballard · 05-04-2007

Actually, Quag,

If it's adjusted right, the system can be set to use the oil up as fast (slow?) as it's fed into the motor. I read about it many years ago, but I think I can explain it to you.

See you at the meet, and I'll do it then: Jim

[ This message was edited by: jimballard on 2007-05-04 15:03 ]

bonnevillebilly · 05-05-2007

Wow!! Pete it looks like you are a man on a mission.
Get in touch with me when you are ready to put some miles
on your old/new Triumph.
I need some inspiration to to get started on my 76 Bonnie.
Bill

quagmire · 05-05-2007

Bill I was going to call you today but I had 10 yards of mulch delivered and I had to spend the afternoon spreading that. Sad thing, it only covered 1/3 of what I have to cover.

The mass BIA is having a show in a few weeks, we should ride up to it. It's a nice ride up thru Milford and Northbridge.