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Submitted by john_cowie on Mon, 13/09/2010
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Hi

Used to be a member years ago, had a MK 111, stupidly sold it 5 years ago.

I'm getting another Mk 111 in a few weeks, the engine and gearbox will need a rebuild, any recommendations chaps?

I have looked on the Norvil site, they offer a good range of workshop services.

Many thanks

John

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 14/09/2010

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If you login and select the Services tab on the l.h.s. of this screen you can tick 'Engines' and find a long list of potential candidates. Some offer engine (and gearbox) rebuilds as part of their overall restoration services; others are more specialised in these areas. It is often the case that those with the longest lead times for doing the work are the most popular; I wouldn't be surprised if one or two could not do such work for many months ahead. If you don't get any suggestions on this board, e-mail me privately for some ideas.

Submitted by donald_tovey on Fri, 17/09/2010

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Hi John,

The Mick Hemming gearbox rebuild DVD is really good.

I rebuilt my gearbox after the bearing collapsed on the lower shaft.

Its not a hard job if you watch the DVD. I amnot an expert at mechanics but mine went back together OK. Its a lot cheaper to do it yourself.

Its obligatory to do it yourself here in Yorkshire.

Cheers Don

Submitted by richard_payne on Fri, 17/09/2010

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I think that a lot depends on which part of the country (world) you're in. I too am a believer in doing as much as possible myself and I'm quite happy pulling everything apart and putting it back together again in my self-taught manner but as a non-engineer, there will always be components that I can't tackle.Id say that regardless of whether you intend to take a complete bike to a professional or perhaps simply a crankshaft or cylinder head, it makes sense if possible to choose one with an hour or two's ride . In order to be sure that you're getting what you expect, it is far better if you can build up a relationship based on trust and understanding with the proposed repairer.Whereabouts are you ?

Submitted by john_cowie on Sat, 18/09/2010

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Hi Guy's

Thanks for the replies, unfortunately I am in Central Scotland so it's got to be a courier.

I have been in touch with Norman White and he has agreed to undertake the work, I am more than happy with this as he has an excellent reputation.

Having the mechanical skills of a chocolate fireguard I was at a loss on how to remove the engine and gearbox in one, Norman has kindly offered to send up some tools and instructions on how to remove them.

I'll keep the site posted as things progress.

Submitted by hans_taylor on Tue, 21/09/2010

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Previously wrote:

Hi Guy's

Thanks for the replies, unfortunately I am in Central Scotland so it's got to be a courier.

I have been in touch with Norman White and he has agreed to undertake the work, I am more than happy with this as he has an excellent reputation.

Having the mechanical skills of a chocolate fireguard I was at a loss on how to remove the engine and gearbox in one, Norman has kindly offered to send up some tools and instructions on how to remove them.

I'll keep the site posted as things progress.

Removal of engine and gearbox as one unit ?? I have been pondering this all day, and cant see how it can be done. I would be interested to know if you manage it John. Well good luck anyway.

Cheers HT

Submitted by steven_phelps on Tue, 21/09/2010

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not that bad at all. requires removing the swing arm. it's an "isolated" unit you know. no pun inended. best if you have an extra hand for the weight.the proceedure isdescribed in thefactory service manual.

 


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