[Martin Heckscher]

Just for the record, I agree with Olaf, Christine, Graham, and Simon.

[Martin Heckscher]

As I have said before, the optimum coolant for Scotts is Graham’s suggestion of Aphi 11. It contains the corrosion inhibitors that you need for the different metallic components encountered in a Scott’s cooling system, and unlike traditonal antifreezes it is not hazardous, so there is no danger of poisoning children or pets. At a dilution ratio of 40% Alphi 11 with 60% water, or better still distilled water (from a dehumidifier as Leif suggests) it provides protection down to -22 degrees C. I’ve been using it for many years and haven’t had any problems with it at all.

[Martin Heckscher]

Of course that should have been signed Martin, just in case anyone wrongly supposed that I am now going by the name of Marti!

[Martin Heckscher]

Hi Doug,

I just got back from the Kingdom of Mourne weekend, your original request having dropped in when I was madly busy just before I went. I may be able to help you with rods though I won’t be able to guarantee their condition other than any obvious defects – all are secondhand. Will try and have a look later. Please send me an email so we don’t bore everyone else with this – email address inside front cover of Yowl.

Best wishes

Marti

[Martin Heckscher]

Hi Mark,

No problem at all. Get back to me when convenient.

Martin

[Martin Heckscher]

Hi Mark,

I’m not sure, but I think I may have a spare. I’m out all day today but will check tomorrow. My email address is inside the front cover of Yowl.

Martin

 

[Martin Heckscher]

It looks fabulous Lewis.

M.

[Martin Heckscher]

Hi Chris, I might have a spare carb, but it will take a day or so to go through and find something for you. Send me an email or give me a ring (details on the inside cover of Yowl). Martin

 

[Martin Heckscher]

Hi David,

I’m afraid Manfred had my last available reduction gear. It might be worth contacting Graham Moag at the Spares Scheme – I think he has the last of Gerry Howard’s stock, though whether that includes anything complete that might work for you is another matter altogether. Good luck.

Martin

[Martin Heckscher]

Hi Manfred,

It is possible that I may be able to help you. Please email me direct: martinheckscher@gmail.com
Martin

 

 

 

[Martin Heckscher]

Ian, I also agree 100%. The SOC has its own unique identity which would be diluted very quickly if we were to become a section of the VMCC.  Many SOC members, including me, are also VMCC members anyway, and this allows us an insight into both organisations over time. I think we are better run than the VMCC. Our membership is steady while the VMCC’s has dipped markedly in recent years. They have also been in deep financial difficulties, whereas our own situation is very stable. I can see advantages for the VMCC in such an association, but none for us. In conclusion, I strongly believe that we should continue to fly the SOC flag and remain independent.

[Martin Heckscher]

It’s not directly relevant to the questions raised in this thread, but many years ago Ken Lack told me that the decompression lever should always be used when starting a two speeder in order to reduce the loading on what he considered a somewhat fragile part of the machine.

Good luck

Martin

[Martin Heckscher]

Hi Wilfried,

You might be able to scale some of the dimensions off the attached photo. It’s a shame that the footboard obscures the detail, but you can still see the outline.

Martin

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[Martin Heckscher]

The best photo I have of the stubby little 1914 silencer is attached. It appears from this photo that the silencer was offset from the central line of the exhaust pipe (I hope that makes sense, but it’s not easy to find the right words!), and what at first glance appears to be an end pipe on the silencer is actually the D shaped tube for the footboard mounting. It would be interesting to know what it was like inside.

Martin

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[Martin Heckscher]

Hi Martin,

It is perhaps worth noting that in both the 1929 & 1930 catalogues, amongst the list of extras is the option of 26 x 3.25 (3.25 x 19 in “modern” tyre sizing) in place of the standard 26 x 3.00 (3.00 x 20). This would have cost you an extra 10 shillings.

Good luck

Martin

 

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