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Dave...Thanks a ton for your quick reply. I looked right past that oil seal/bush in the cover. I think I missed that on the first rebuild and am surprised it didn't leak a lot more. Harry O

Attempted to track down trans leak on '69 125.Is it normal for trace amount of gear oil to migrate through gear shaft/case opening? Not a big deal...just annoying. New clutch cover gasket and o-ring between shifter/starter have been my changes so far. Thanks for reply.

Hi Greg. Real easy to set timing too advanced if using mark on case as a reference. Be careful...good luck.  Harry

Dale...Thanks for the link. A great way to enjoy the morning coffee on this cold MI morning! Harry

Ted. My 69, #13XX  with  enduro kit, came with white front plate.

I hope I didn't get your hopes up. My 24mm includes a brass tube that is fixed in the body that fits into that cast hole in the bowl when assembled.  There is a small hole (also shown in your picture) at the bottom of the casting that must be clear... at least on the 24mm. Check that this is clear with a fine wire or drill bit. Harry

Hi Andreas...If you could post a picture of the bowl that would help me to explain or at least know if I'm on the right track. I'd post pictures if only I knew how! Harry

On my set up the tube is fixed to the carb body. I believe it serves to siphon gas from the carb bowl. At the end of the tube (in the bowl housing) is a small hole. Make sure this is not plugged. Harry

Where is the copper siphon tube that should be in the carb  body? Good Luck! Harry

Great explanation...Going to take another look in the AM. Thanks Richard

Thanks Ernie...that's the procedure I had followed in the past. This time I thought that maybe the legs would be more likely to be installed parallel if I pinch them on to the axle first before tightening the axle bolt. The legs seem to draw in a tad when I  tighten the axle first..like maybe I should install a shim. Just thinking... Thanks for your response.  Harry O

I recently laced my '69 hubs with no problems. The pictures I had taken before disassembly were  invaluable. Let me know if you would like to view. I used my modified "Total Gym" as a truing stand! Not sure you will find what you need in a manual...possibly.  Harry

Recently came upon this question when working on same vintage bike. Did not use a head gasket...runs great. I believe the torque value is 22 or 23 ft. lb. for the cast iron cylinder. Good luck on your project. Harry

Try Vintage Iron. They list the $20 mouth guards on their site.  Harry

An  event not to be missed! Will this be the extent of the 45 year anniversary celebrations in this area for Penton?  Harry