[Ian Parsons]

When I rebuilt my 2 Speeder 13 years ago I had the downpipe and transverse box made in stainless steel. I then treated this with Sperex. It has come off the downpipe but at least stainless does not rust and it changes to a dark colour over tthe years.[/img]

[Ian Parsons]

These used to be available some time ago. Not all spares suppliers are able to look at the website. Have you tried contacting Ken Lack as I think he once had some.

[Ian Parsons]

According to my Amal notes:
Up to 1/8 throttle opening is controlled by the pilot jet.
1/8 – 1/4 is throttle cut-away
1/4 – 3/4 is needle position
3/4 – Full open is main jet size

Spitting back through the carb is definite sign of weakness. If the engine spits back on opening the throttle from tickover then the pilot mixture is too weak. Apart from carburettor settings the condition of the carburettor and any other air leaks will have a major imact at this range. At higher engine speeds the effects of air leaks are less and may have been adjusted out by altering the other carburettor settings.

The fixing of the inlet stub is not very clever on early Scotts as it relies on a clamp from the frame. Scotts also fitted gauzes on the transfer ports to eliminate spitting back but this will affect engine power. I don’t think anyone uses them now.

[Ian Parsons]

Veteran Scotts were used with sidecars in WW1 and I know of one member who now has a veteran with a sidecar. If they can manage this then a pillion should be no problem. You would probably need to fit a drive sprocket with fewer teeth on the 2 Speed gear.

The pillion passenger would be seated on the carrier with a suitable cushion.

[Ian Parsons]

I hope to see as many members as possible this weekend at Mallory. I hope the weather will be ok. Saturday will be the best day for the weather but Sunday perhaps the most interesting.

Offers of help on either day will be most appreciated.

[Ian Parsons]

I still have some free passes left for helpers or those who wish to display their Scott or Silk on the stand at Mallory next weekend.

Please contact me ASAP on 01788 510680 or
ihparsons@tiscali.co.uk

[Ian Parsons]

I am looking for a selection of Scotts and Silks for this event. The Scott stand is 30Ft x 20Ft in the Avenue of Clubs so there is plenty of space. I have a total of 14 free wekend passes for those who wish to display their bikes. It is not a problem if you can only come for one day. I plan to have a caravan on the stand to act as a clubroom and provide some refreshment. I also would like some helpers.

Last year’s event was a great success with Scotts being ridden in the track sessions and the stand attracted many visitors. There will be many other attractions at Mallory as welll as some exceptional racing bikes being demonstrated.

Please ring me on 01788 510680 or email me at ihparsons@tiscali.co.uk

PS
There are 15 Scotts entered for the Track sessions. Well done to these members and I look forward to seeing them. I am still short of volunteers and bikes for the Scott stand. I now have the passes in my possession so please contact me asap.

[Ian Parsons]

Peter, I have checked the mountings of my tank. It is 23 1/4″. I have emailed you photos, have you received them?

[Ian Parsons]

Hello Peter,

I have a twin filler tank that I do not need. I am not sure if it was from a 30’s or a post war Shipley Scott. Can you tell me the centre distance between the mounting holes. If you email me I can sent some photos of it.

[Ian Parsons]

Congratulations. You have bought a 1928 or 1929 2 Speed Super Squirrel. The engine is 1927. The bike is on the Club Register of machines as being in the USA. I suggest you join the Scott Owners’ Club to get the full benefits of ownership and the interesting magazine.

The Frame No is stamped on the top of the sidecar mounting lug that is part of the headstock. Please let me know this number as it will confirm the identity of the bike.

The VMCC in the UK have the despatch records of Scotts so it is possible to determine the original specification of the bike and to whom it was despatched.

The Scott looks very correct and original. 2 Speed Scotts are a delight to ride once you have got used to the operation of the 2 Speed gear.

[Ian Parsons]

My experience is that the Vintage Close works best with the 596cc engine as the extra torque over a 498cc helps to pull the high 1st gear. I can manage the hills on the Levis Cup Trial with my TT Rep and some of these are 1 in 4 (25%) Once rolling the ratios are a delight.

[Ian Parsons]

If you send me a short email to ian.parsons@sandvik.com I will then reply to you in greater detail from my home email with some photos

[Ian Parsons]

I help John Underhill with the Scott Machine Register and have the details on my PC. The Frame No and Engine No you quote could well be the original pairing and date about the 2nd quarter of 1926. Originally this would have been fitted with 26 x 3 beaded edge tyres. If you have the long petrol tank then the model is possibly a 2 Speed Flying Squirrel. I would need to see a photo to confirm this. The Scott despatch records are held in the VMCC library and it should be possible to discover the original specification of the bike and to whom it was despatched. I once had a 1926 2 Speeder Frame No 1922.

I set up my 2 speed gear so that one needs to hold it in the Low position to keep driving. The High gear position should be adjusted so the clamp holds it in drive. Full details of adjustment are given in The Book of the Scott. The large rear sprocket should have 66 teeth if it is on solo gearing.

[Ian Parsons]

I help John Underhill with the Scott Machine Register and have the details on my PC. The Frame No and Engine No you quote could well be the original pairing and date about the 2nd quarter of 1926. Originally this would have been fitted with 26 x 3 beaded edge tyres. If you have the long petrol tank then the model is possibly a 2 Speed Flying Squirrel. I would need to see a photo to confirm this. The Scott despatch records are held in the VMCC library and it should be possible to discover the original specification of the bike and to whom it was despatched. I once had a 1926 2 Speeder Frame No 1922.

I set up my 2 speed gear so that one needs to hold it in the Low position to keep driving. The High gear position should be adjusted so the clamp holds it in drive. Full details of adjustment are given in The Book of the Scott. The large rear sprocket should have 66 teeth if it is on solo gearing.

[Ian Parsons]

I help John Underhill with the Scott Machine Register and have the details on my PC. The Frame No and Engine No you quote could well be the original pairing and date about the 2nd quarter of 1926. Originally this would have been fitted with 26 x 3 beaded edge tyres. If you have the long petrol tank then the model is possibly a 2 Speed Flying Squirrel. I would need to see a photo to confirm this. The Scott despatch records are held in the VMCC library and it should be possible to discover the original specification of the bike and to whom it was despatched. I once had a 1926 2 Speeder Frame No 1922.

I set up my 2 speed gear so that one needs to hold it in the Low position to keep driving. The High gear position should be adjusted so the clamp holds it in drive. Full details of adjustment are given in The Book of the Scott. The large rear sprocket should have 66 teeth if it is on solo gearing.

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