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- Dec 8, 2017
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First, thanks to everyone who responded to my previous requests for assistance. Thanks to your help a 1974 Commando that had been idle for 27 years is back in operation.
I'm still running stock points and the bike runs well except for an issue with high idle that I can't get a handle on despite two new Amal Premiers and considerable tinkering. I'm thinking now that a sticking Auto Advance Unit might possibly be the issue?
From what I've read on other threads, Norton's are "famous" (infamous?) for this happening.
My questions are:
1. How do I determine if the AAU is sticking?
2. How do I lubricate the AAU if it is sticking? and
3. What should I use to lubricate the AAU? (motor oil, gear oil, grease, etc.)
Thanks again. Looking forward to the usual helpful advice.
I'm still running stock points and the bike runs well except for an issue with high idle that I can't get a handle on despite two new Amal Premiers and considerable tinkering. I'm thinking now that a sticking Auto Advance Unit might possibly be the issue?
From what I've read on other threads, Norton's are "famous" (infamous?) for this happening.
My questions are:
1. How do I determine if the AAU is sticking?
2. How do I lubricate the AAU if it is sticking? and
3. What should I use to lubricate the AAU? (motor oil, gear oil, grease, etc.)
Thanks again. Looking forward to the usual helpful advice.