http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/pip_squeak_and_wilfred/ Pip Squeaks and Wilfreds Fri, 30 Oct 2009 19:15:23 GMT Alan Hummerstone http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/pip_squeak_and_wilfred/message/137 http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/pip_squeak_and_wilfred/message/137 Try www.villiersservices.co.uk They have all the Villeirs engine electric parts you are likely to need. Alan ... From: rapley2006 To: Fri, 30 Oct 2009 04:34:40 GMT rapley2006 http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/pip_squeak_and_wilfred/message/136 http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/pip_squeak_and_wilfred/message/136 I have a James 1946 which needs the electrics done as it has a very weak spark and was wondering where i could either buy new parts or have rebuilt by someone Sun, 02 Aug 2009 19:05:01 GMT Paul http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/pip_squeak_and_wilfred/message/134 http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/pip_squeak_and_wilfred/message/134 I fitted a set of 2.50x21 tyres to my New Hudson from Bitzforbikes, the service was very good /quick. Sat, 06 Jun 2009 19:29:59 GMT ether823 http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/pip_squeak_and_wilfred/message/133 http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/pip_squeak_and_wilfred/message/133 Hi, Does anyone have a pair of side skirts for a francis Barnett powerbike 56 for sale. Many thanks Pete Fri, 29 May 2009 10:24:33 GMT Gordon http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/pip_squeak_and_wilfred/message/132 http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/pip_squeak_and_wilfred/message/132 Can any kind person in the group send me a picture of the locking trigger on an Autocycle clutch lever? My machine has the clutch lever, but minus that all Mon, 25 May 2009 07:46:50 GMT Gordon http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/pip_squeak_and_wilfred/message/131 http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/pip_squeak_and_wilfred/message/131 Thanks Ian, I will certainly follow this lead when I've got the registration sorted. Gordon. Sun, 24 May 2009 09:49:28 GMT Ian Soady http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/pip_squeak_and_wilfred/message/130 http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/pip_squeak_and_wilfred/message/130 ... Roger Worton, who does NSU Quickly spares, stocks them (of the correct size - many of the ebay ones are too big). Sat, 23 May 2009 08:04:21 GMT John Richards http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/pip_squeak_and_wilfred/message/129 http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/pip_squeak_and_wilfred/message/129 I bought some from a chap on ebay. I cant see them now but keep an eye out as he regurlary advertises on there ________________________________ From: Gordon Sat, 23 May 2009 07:48:04 GMT Gordon http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/pip_squeak_and_wilfred/message/128 http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/pip_squeak_and_wilfred/message/128 Does any one know a source for white stick-on numbers for our black rear numberplate? Gordon. Mon, 11 May 2009 08:01:28 GMT ANDREW RODDHAM http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/pip_squeak_and_wilfred/message/127 http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/pip_squeak_and_wilfred/message/127 I agree with all Alan's comments but I think that the 1942 James had 26x1.75x2 tyres which aren't such a problem to find.   2.25 x 21" tyres are made out of Fri, 08 May 2009 08:35:16 GMT Gordon http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/pip_squeak_and_wilfred/message/126 http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/pip_squeak_and_wilfred/message/126 Thanks Alan, all duly noted for action. Gordon. Thu, 07 May 2009 16:15:47 GMT Alan Hummerstone http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/pip_squeak_and_wilfred/message/125 http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/pip_squeak_and_wilfred/message/125 Hello Gordon, There are several clubs who can help with information: the Vintage Motor Cycle Club, British Two Stroke Club, National Autocycle, and Thu, 07 May 2009 08:18:00 GMT Gordon http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/pip_squeak_and_wilfred/message/124 http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/pip_squeak_and_wilfred/message/124 Hi All, My name is Gordon I live in Plymouth and have been into motorcycle since 1947. I've just bought a 1942 James Autocycle which is a new type for me. I'm Sun, 12 Apr 2009 18:54:55 GMT ether823 http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/pip_squeak_and_wilfred/message/123 http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/pip_squeak_and_wilfred/message/123 Hi all, just to let you all know that i`ve uploaded some photo`s of my Francis Barnett Powerbike 56. Pete Fri, 10 Apr 2009 18:12:51 GMT ether823 http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/pip_squeak_and_wilfred/message/122 http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/pip_squeak_and_wilfred/message/122 ... I`ve sorted out the problem. The arm was swaged on. I`ve put a washer on and tack welded. Pete