Wiring Expert for Commando in Surrey

Although he's not in your area, Al Osborn the electrical specialist who is listed in the Tech Torque section of Roadholder is very helpful. Similarly Paul Goff will give phone advice.

Have a go yourself: once you get the hang of it you shouldn't have a problem sorting the electrickery on a Commando.

Previously wrote:

I've just inherited a 1973 Commando which needs a little work. Whilst reasonably happy dealing the with the mechanics, I know my limits when it comes to sorting out dodgy electrics!Can anyone recommend someone in or around the Guildford area?Many thanksAndy

As Ian says it's not RS but can be time consuming if lots of connectors need replacement. Depends on the state of the terminals, switchgear and earths etc. How bad is it? Are parts not working? I am in Fleet and work for myself part-time (unfortunately mostly cars) so if you need help let me know. Have a Commando so aware of most of the problems.

Previously wrote:

Previously wrote:

I've just inherited a 1973 Commando which needs a little work. Whilst reasonably happy dealing the with the mechanics, I know my limits when it comes to sorting out dodgy electrics!Can anyone recommend someone in or around the Guildford area?Many thanksAndy

As Ian says it's not RS but can be time consuming if lots of connectors need replacement. Depends on the state of the terminals, switchgear and earths etc. How bad is it? Are parts not working? I am in Fleet and work for myself part-time (unfortunately mostly cars) so if you need help let me know. Have a Commando so aware of most of the problems.

Agreed, but in addition if the harness has been chopped about, then it is as well, and will save countless frustrating hours, to buy a new main harness. They are actually not too expensive, and everything will be in the right place to just reconnect the components. I too am not far off in Alton and have done a few Commandos in my time.

Cheers

Previously wrote:

Many thanks to each of you. Ian for putting me in touch with Al Osborn and Keith and Hans for the advice.

I have got it sorted (thanks to Al). The problem was a dodgy rear indicator earth connection which is located right up under the number plate, fixed to one of the rear light mounting bolts. Took it off, sanded it down, replaced the old rusty washer and hey presto - indicators work.

I may come back to you guys as there are still some 'odd' things going on but nothing to stop me riding it at the moment. Project for the winter months maybe!

Cheers

Andy

Glad you fixed it. Old Commandos like any old vehicle need good earths. The advice on harnesses is vaild but from what I've seen they don't always fit too well and unless you plan to take it apart often it's better to make the front and rear in one piece, losing a whole lot of connectors. Over winter you can slowly replace wires as needed, just leave the old ones in place temporarily and make new ones up alongside.