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I just read online:” Two-stroke engine oils are perfectly miscible with the fuel; the mixture can be quickly identified thanks to the colour of the oil (red for the synthetic oil, blue/green for the biodegradable oil).” So Im thinking it may be ‘biodegradable, which I am assuming is a mineral oil and not synthetic. In which case I wont be using the synthetic oil. Unless I empty the engine and, I assume, it will have to be flushed 9no idea what that entails).

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So, Interestingly, I removed the crankcase cover (Left hand side). I think the magneto sits on this cover. Anyway, opened it up (not as daunting as expected) and there was clearly ‘oil in the well’ (im assuming it is the same on the otherside where the pilgrim pump sits on the crankcase cover – I dont want to remove it as there is a bit more plumbing on that side). Photos attached – the oil is a seemed to have green colour – not sure if that means there is coolant contamination or that’s just the colour of the oil.

On another note, I got some Rock Oil Synthesis 2 Injector for the engine. Anyone used this at all?

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Brilliant, thanks Olaf.

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Hi Chris. Not struggling yet (maybe later I will be) ut I think I know the steps I need to take.

1) Get oil in the engine! Remove crankcase covers on either side and top up T2 oil until it fills the well up i.e. it just touches the bottom of the crankshaft on both cranks. Replace crank case covers ensuring well sealed. Then can top up external oil tank that feeds pilgrim pump. Will set pilgrims when the time comes.

2) Gear box. Use 140 gearbox oil (synthetic). The gearbox has a level plug (I havent located this yet) but I fill the gearbox until oil just runs out of that plug. There is a cap on top of the gearbox (which is not very accessible) so presumably pour oil in there using a funnel/tundish… and stop pouring when it comes out of the plug (when I find it!).

3) Water and coolant into radiator. ScottyH recommends Fernox Alphi 11.

4) Petrol Tank – before i do anything I am removing the tank and having it treated inside for any rust. Once that is sorted I will refit (of course!) and use a 75:1 petrol: T2 mix (same oil as engine). There seems to be debate on whether this is needed or not, or the ratio. But I figure a 75:1 mix wont hurt and can go from there. I am pretty sure the pilgrims are in good shape (and remember my dad saying they had been modified/improved in some way – no idea beyond that!).

5) Charge battery. Plugs etc all ok.

6) Make up some magic words and fire it up… who knows what will happen! Sounds too simple, but we’ll see how it goes.

That’s my plan (please feel free to point out any flaws). Hopefully all the advice from everyone on this forum will contibute to getting it running. Id never have even got this far witout the Forum.

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Thanks Chris, I have to admit it was daunting when I first read what needed to be done. But when I checked the bike I thought I probably understood what to do. Your note had just confirmed it, so many thanks. Hopefully I will have it up and running sooner rather than later.

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Many thanks, Will. All advice I’ve received has been really useful to help me learn what I need to do. I am currently pulling together all the oils and parts I need, then am going to steadily embark on getting the bike up and running. It is a very sound/good condition bike, as my dad did plenty of work on it, so hopefully should be straightforward. I appreciate your mobile number and may, if I get stuck, give you a call  if you don’t mind. Again, to you and everyone else on the Club forum, many thanks.

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Thanks so much. That explains what I was thinking. Yes, I am a member and have been using the forum a bit, which has been really helpful (especially for a complete novice, like myself). I am slowly working out what I need to do (and what questions I actually need to ask!) again, many thanks – I doubt this will be the last time I tap up this forums knowledge.

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Ok been doing a bit more reading as I am conscious not to start taking anything apart until I am 100% sure it is the correct thing to do.

Firstly, I now (I think!)  understand how to remove the crankcase cover and add oil (say, Silkolene Comp 2 or Smith & Allen T2 – but a synthetic of this type). Presumably I only need to do this on oneside (i.e pilgrim pump side).  As an aside, is three anyway of actually checking the oil levels in the engine or gearbox (dip stick) –  I can find one, but could just be me!?

Secondly, Re: gearbox oil (140 grade, synthetic – whaever brand!) – there is a cap on top of the gearbox which is not very accessible, presumably that is where the gearbox oil is added. Is there an easy way to get to this or is if just a challenge (it’s all a challenge for me!).

Thirdly, what coolant is recomended for the radiator – or should I just stick with water?

As FYI I am currently removing the tank as i think it has slight rusting inside so will get this sorted first.

Thanks is advance.

 

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<p style=”text-align: left;”>How do you actually get the oil into the wells if they are “dry’? Is removing the crankcase doors/covers the only way? As mentioned, I am non mechanical so this is a voyage of learning for me.</p>
I am based in Guernsey. Apparently the only other Scott owner on the island died a few years ago and his collection of bikes was sold in the UK.  I sought him out for advice!!

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Thanks Chris. I assume that is the only way to fill the wells?

And, believe me, when I get it started, you’ll hear the cheer before I can post a video.

Thanks to you and everyone else who has offered their sage advice. Very much appreciated.

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Brilliant. Really appreciate your assistance. Thank you.

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Ah, thanks for this. The bike was pretty much drained from transport. You say fill the wells of the engine, but (newbie question) is the oil put in via the oil tank or another way? My dad was the engineer, not me, I’m afraid.

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I think I’ve figured out where I am confusing my no mechanical mind. Can you clarify: The oil I add to the oil tank (on the right hand side of the bike) feeds the pilgrim pump which monitors oil feed to lubricate the entire engine (top and bottom end)? On a Scott there is no other place to add oil to the engine or engine ‘sump’? Is that correct? Apologies for the basic, even dumb, questions, the Scott and two strokes are a mystery to me. Cheers iain

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Hi Chris, many thanks for this.  Much appreciated.

To clarify, I can use Silkolene Compr 2 or Smith orAllen synthetic 2-t in the engine (bottom end), oil tank and and as a petrol mix?

Im not sure what was used in the gearbox but one of dad’s old mates will know, Im sure. Ill find out next week when Im back in Adelaide.

Many thanks, Iain

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