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bmine
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Username: bmine
Post Number: 1
Registered: 10-2009
| | Posted on Tuesday, October 27, 2009 - 12:37 am: | 
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I have a 4HP Clae bantam engine but the casting only shows "Ban am" and there is no "T" is this a mistake or was a specific engine made that did not have the "T" in the word BANTAM.
I am also seeking a block for this engine.
Photos of the casing and the block have been uploaded |
andrew
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Username: andrew
Post Number: 1022
Registered: 11-2001
| | Posted on Wednesday, October 28, 2009 - 11:06 am: |
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Here is one of bmine's photos
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eric_schulz
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Username: eric_schulz
Post Number: 59
Registered: 01-2007
| | Posted on Wednesday, October 28, 2009 - 05:18 pm: |
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Castings were made with wooded patterns. Brass letters and numbers were nailed to the wood. In this case, one letter fell of the pattern.
Misprinted postage stamps and bank notes are worth a lot of money, so, does this apply to engines?
I have some CLAE parts, so will have a look when I get a chance.
Eric |
bmine
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Username: bmine
Post Number: 2
Registered: 10-2009
| | Posted on Wednesday, October 28, 2009 - 06:21 pm: |
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Eric - thank you - after corresponding with a Putt Putt Member, Sydney - he had a photo of his engine in TOMM Mag - he said my engine had a number of differences to his. Can supply more information if required. |
eric_schulz
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Username: eric_schulz
Post Number: 60
Registered: 01-2007
| | Posted on Monday, November 02, 2009 - 04:13 am: |
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There are 3 different Bantams that I know of. The first model was a 3hp with non-detachable head. Then came the 3 and 4hp sizes with a round cylinder block and detachable head. The 3rd series had a square block.
A cylinder and head that I have is unfortunately for a 3hp.
Eric |
bmine
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Username: bmine
Post Number: 3
Registered: 10-2009
| | Posted on Monday, November 02, 2009 - 04:47 am: |
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Thank you Eric - yes, pity that your block is off a 3hp and not a 4hp.
Bill |
maxiscool166
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Username: maxiscool166
Post Number: 1
Registered: 11-2009
| | Posted on Sunday, November 08, 2009 - 04:25 am: |
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Hi Guys.
I have a Clae 4hp Bantam detachable head 2stroke engine.I have it going and have recently put it in my 12ft carvel that I have recently restored. I would like to know
What the timing is for the magneto
What type of spark plug should I use
Is there an owners manual or anything about the motor.
Thanks
Max |
bmine
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Username: bmine
Post Number: 4
Registered: 10-2009
| | Posted on Sunday, November 08, 2009 - 11:41 pm: |
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Hi Max, yes i do have original copies of some information about Clae Bantams - firstly with regards to the magneto, the breaker points should be set at .012 - keep spark clean and adjusted to .30. Ignition timing is set so that breaker points are just breaking at 3/16 of an inch before top dead centre.
Original spark plug is KLG ML30 -- 18mm.
Bill |
maxiscool166
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Username: maxiscool166
Post Number: 2
Registered: 11-2009
| | Posted on Monday, November 09, 2009 - 02:32 am: |
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Thankyou alot.
Much appreciated.
P.S Do you have any general information about the motor or the manual for the motor on the computer if so could you please email it to me at [email protected]
Thanks MAX |
maxiscool166
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Username: maxiscool166
Post Number: 3
Registered: 11-2009
| | Posted on Monday, November 09, 2009 - 02:43 am: |
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Hi Bill,
Just to clarify - that is 3/16" BTC on rise of piston not circumference of the flywheel. |
bmine
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Username: bmine
Post Number: 5
Registered: 10-2009
| | Posted on Monday, November 09, 2009 - 03:37 am: |
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Max i have written it as I have it, so like all - I do believe that that would be the distance on the flywheel - like everything try one way and then try the other and settle for what gives the best results.
no sorry I do not have anything on the computer and as you well know there is virtually nothing anywhere about these engines. this is the reason for submitting mine here - I have owned it for approx 15 years and only recently found this web site.
the only other thing that may be of interest is mix 1/4 pint of oil to one gallon of fuel - shake well before filling tank.
Bill |
todd_vidgen
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Username: todd_vidgen
Post Number: 148
Registered: 03-2008
| | Posted on Monday, November 09, 2009 - 03:44 pm: |
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I think you will find the 3/16th is on the rise of
the piston,as I have a Bantam flywheel here with an
original timing mark set approximately at 2 7/8th
For those of you that are not bilingual with metric/
imperial measurements. 1/4 pint to 1 gal = 32:1
Cheers |
maxiscool166
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Username: maxiscool166
Post Number: 4
Registered: 11-2009
| | Posted on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 - 03:23 am: |
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Thanks Todd. Do yo have any other information about the motor.
Thanks
Max |
bmine
Member
Username: bmine
Post Number: 8
Registered: 10-2009
| | Posted on Saturday, October 01, 2011 - 05:04 pm: |
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Just thought I would refresh my enquiry on this engine _ I have just put another engine on site Motore Torino DNF 30 Diatto A.Clement.
The latter engine people on other Forums said it was a marine engine I did not so am putting it up for comment.
I would still like a block for the Clae Ban am 4hp engine - has anybody found an old one yet? |
bmine
Member
Username: bmine
Post Number: 18
Registered: 10-2009
| | Posted on Saturday, December 03, 2011 - 04:20 am: |
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Still looking for a block - is there anybody that has one, wishes to sell - the engine is of no use unless I can assemble it.
Bill |
senojn
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Username: senojn
Post Number: 83
Registered: 08-2006
| | Posted on Sunday, December 04, 2011 - 03:38 pm: |
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Hello Bill ,
There was a complete (in bits )4 hp on Ebay which finished 27 Oct without attracting a bid.
Located Smith's Gully ,Victoria .
Item no. was 110761477504 .
Neil |
bmine
Member
Username: bmine
Post Number: 19
Registered: 10-2009
| | Posted on Sunday, December 04, 2011 - 04:03 pm: |
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Thanks Senoin - Neil - I have tried to find the past record of this engine but cannot - all I can dig up is a metal sign.
Would it be possible for you to find and mail
[email protected]
many thanks
Bill |
johnoxley
Advanced Member
Username: johnoxley
Post Number: 41
Registered: 04-2010
| | Posted on Sunday, December 04, 2011 - 10:58 pm: |
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Hi - think I have a block and a base and will dig them out Friday - Western Sydney location, or could be Rozelle if needed. |
bmine
Member
Username: bmine
Post Number: 20
Registered: 10-2009
| | Posted on Monday, December 05, 2011 - 01:08 am: |
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John oxley - thank you very much - as you can see it is my block that is in a terrible state - whilst Engineer at Forbes Meat Works I had it repaired, then put it away for years - think it was put in acid to clean, so when I looked at again it was split and gets worse by the day.
It is a shame that it is in that condition as I would love to recondition it and put along with my collection.
My email address is in the previous reply if you need to get back to me with photos and other relevant info. i live in Pomona on the Sunshine Coast.
Many thanks
Bill |
senojn
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Username: senojn
Post Number: 85
Registered: 08-2006
| | Posted on Monday, December 05, 2011 - 03:46 pm: |
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Glad you could make contact with the original seller .
Have been able to pull up the original Ebay post for your ref.
Will send direct .
Neil |
bmine
Member
Username: bmine
Post Number: 21
Registered: 10-2009
| | Posted on Monday, December 05, 2011 - 04:51 pm: |
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thank you Neil for your help - sadly on getting the photos the engine on EBay has a square head, whereas mine has a round head. Both 4Hp.
Do hope johnoxley has the right block to suit a round head.
Bill |
put_put
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Username: put_put
Post Number: 1
Registered: 12-2011
| | Posted on Monday, December 12, 2011 - 09:24 pm: |
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HI I was wondering if anyone out there could help.I have a 16 foot motor launch,used to be a net boat from the brisbane river.When i purchased the boat the motor and prop shaft had been removed.I have since bought a Clae 4hp engine and picked up a prop shaft. Iam still looking for a dogclutch asembly.Could anyone help.ALSO NEED GLAND SEALS FOR 3 QUARTER INCH SHAFT.any help would be mutch apreciated,thank you. |
qwilkin
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Username: qwilkin
Post Number: 47
Registered: 08-2009
| | Posted on Monday, December 12, 2011 - 09:34 pm: |
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I have a dog clutch from a Blaxland if thats of any use
Quinton |
put_put
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Username: put_put
Post Number: 2
Registered: 12-2011
| | Posted on Monday, December 12, 2011 - 10:02 pm: |
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Hi Quinton,thank you for your responce.I would be interested if the dog clutch asembly is complete.Has it still got the lever and fork with it.Thank you TONY. |
bmine
Member
Username: bmine
Post Number: 22
Registered: 10-2009
| | Posted on Monday, December 12, 2011 - 10:12 pm: |
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qwilkin-- no doubt you have read the above the Clae Bantam that was on EBay is a square head Clae bantam 4HP with attachments - maybe you could ring David 0408527995 - he may be able to help.
I am still seeking a block suitable for a round cylinder head.
Bill |
bmine
Member
Username: bmine
Post Number: 23
Registered: 10-2009
| | Posted on Monday, December 12, 2011 - 10:14 pm: |
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johnoxley - hi John any success yet - do hope so and that it is the type I want.
thanks
Bill |
qwilkin
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Username: qwilkin
Post Number: 48
Registered: 08-2009
| | Posted on Monday, December 12, 2011 - 10:22 pm: |
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Tony
Yes it is complete with fork will check again and confirm
Quinton |
johnoxley
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Username: johnoxley
Post Number: 43
Registered: 04-2010
| | Posted on Friday, December 23, 2011 - 08:21 pm: |
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Alas, I have this engine, but the block has rust wedged a piece out. Otherwise complete (and the name is also complete). Sorry for the delay - excessive workload gets in the way.
There are around here some good patternmakers and I've access to two first rate foundries in Sydney. I recently did a head and barrel for a 6" Frisco. |
bmine
Member
Username: bmine
Post Number: 27
Registered: 10-2009
| | Posted on Friday, December 23, 2011 - 11:38 pm: |
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Thank you John - could you please send a photo or two to [email protected] - if it suits my round cylinder head - could you find out the cost of repair for me after Christmas plus what you want for it - I would like to put the engine together again.
Talk to you when you have time to mail - have a merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Bill |
bmine
Advanced Member
Username: bmine
Post Number: 36
Registered: 10-2009
| | Posted on Friday, August 17, 2012 - 05:03 am: |
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I would like to thank all for looking and commenting on this article - I have been able to get a Clae bantam block from an add in the TOMM Magazine - a person in Inisfail Qld had one and so has sent it to me.
I am including a photo of the block and head
Bill |
bmine
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Username: bmine
Post Number: 37
Registered: 10-2009
| | Posted on Friday, August 17, 2012 - 05:07 am: |
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bmine
Advanced Member
Username: bmine
Post Number: 38
Registered: 10-2009
| | Posted on Friday, August 24, 2012 - 12:09 am: |
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last try at uploading a photo of the block obtained |
bmine
Advanced Member
Username: bmine
Post Number: 39
Registered: 10-2009
| | Posted on Wednesday, September 26, 2012 - 12:16 am: |
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Hi seeing as i now have a block and am starting to put it all together (after 15 years) even to the extent of making a transporter I would like to hear from anybody that knows about alternative piston rings for this engine (or original) - I also appreciate a photo of the positioning of the fuel and cooling water tank - I take it a thermo cooling system should suffice or does one need a circulating system?
Thanks
Bill |
bmine
Advanced Member
Username: bmine
Post Number: 40
Registered: 10-2009
| | Posted on Friday, October 12, 2012 - 04:50 am: |
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I have now been able to get a block, head and rings for this engine.
After getting the above I have been putting all the parts together and find out that the cooling water is supplied by a small brass piston pump - this is operated from a connection piece mounted on the shaft at the back of the flywheel.
I am at the moment making up a bed plate and transporter so that sometime in the future I can take the engine to Historical Society meetings.
Bill |
dougie_oz
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Username: dougie_oz
Post Number: 1
Registered: 04-2013
| | Posted on Sunday, April 14, 2013 - 05:38 pm: |
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Clae. Model F. Australian Single pot Marine engine.
I have had this old clunker in the back yard for many years. I see the water jacket has split. Advice.. repairable or junk yard.?
I have the complete engine minus a gearbox. in fact I used it in the late 70's for a year or two in an old clinker. I would love to get it working as a mounted engine for display, I have photos of course but cant work out yet how to reduce them to 150kb for posting. happy to email whilst i get it worked out.thanks
Doug Adelaide. |
miro
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Username: miro
Post Number: 692
Registered: 11-2001
| | Posted on Sunday, April 14, 2013 - 09:10 pm: |
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How bad is the split? Was the engine cooled with salt water?
If no, then scratch out as much of the rust and crud as possible, and you might get away with using an epoxy treatment eg JB Weld.
You might also try the electrolysis technique for rust removal as a start to the repair.
If yes, then once it starts to split, then you are done.
The only hope is cooking out the salt water rust at 900 F for several hours. After that, if yu still have a cylinder in one piece, then welding the cast iron jacket back to some semblance of utility.
None of the above is simple or straightforward, but do-able but an enthusiastic owner.
miro
most camera software usually has some kind of "tool" menu in which there is a "resize" function. It may be a bit fiddly on the first one or two pictures until you get the hang of it |
dougie_oz
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Username: dougie_oz
Post Number: 2
Registered: 04-2013
| | Posted on Monday, April 15, 2013 - 03:33 am: |
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Well I managed to shrink them. A couple of views of the split water jacket. Junk or worth saving  |
dougie_oz
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Username: dougie_oz
Post Number: 3
Registered: 04-2013
| | Posted on Monday, April 15, 2013 - 03:42 am: |
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A wheel barrow view of the Model F. I have all the bits including the magneto |
todd_vidgen
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Username: todd_vidgen
Post Number: 237
Registered: 03-2008
| | Posted on Monday, April 15, 2013 - 05:27 pm: |
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looks like a F6,even if you dont want it,dont junk it. There are still good bits to salvaged and people
are regularly contacting myself and others looking
for parts
Cheers Todd |
todd_vidgen
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Username: todd_vidgen
Post Number: 238
Registered: 03-2008
| | Posted on Monday, April 15, 2013 - 05:45 pm: |
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PS: If you do decide to do it up as a display motor,
I have a block here that has no rust cracks or bad
external corrosion .It has a repairable hole that
is between that water jacket and the exhaust outlet.
This was quite a common failing with this motor,as
the casting at this point was very thin.the bore
and the rest of it is quite good.
It was still running at the time of strip down.
Todd |
escape0002
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Username: escape0002
Post Number: 2
Registered: 05-2014
| | Posted on Saturday, May 17, 2014 - 12:14 am: |
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http://youtu.be/Cq6Z8sAFaWk
Clae Bantam running |
escape0002
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Username: escape0002
Post Number: 3
Registered: 05-2014
| | Posted on Saturday, May 17, 2014 - 12:18 am: |
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http://youtu.be/Cq6Z8sAFaWk
Clae Bantam running |
oceans15
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Username: oceans15
Post Number: 1
Registered: 06-2014
| | Posted on Tuesday, June 17, 2014 - 05:05 am: |
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Hi Doug - that certainly is a CLAE 'Fisherman' 5 or 6 - it says on the cast side plate which it is. Fixable for a display engine at least - cut and clean crack out with a cutting disc on an angle grinder then fill with jb weld or even sikaflex. Once restored and running keep engine full of water to prevent air (oxygen) getting at the iron. Not much good without a gearbox though - it shares the engine oil - I have restored a F10 and it's a lot of work but rewarding and rare engine to have. |
todd_vidgen
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Username: todd_vidgen
Post Number: 256
Registered: 03-2008
| | Posted on Tuesday, June 17, 2014 - 05:41 pm: |
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Some F series motors did not have gear boxes,just a
large finger clutch assy. I Have 2 with clutches, 2 with gear box type face plates to mount box on.
You only had to change the face plate and add or remove the pinion on the crank.
Todd |
mick_d
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Username: mick_d
Post Number: 1
Registered: 04-2018
| | Posted on Tuesday, April 03, 2018 - 02:23 am: |
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Hi,
On the hunt for a Clae Bantam head in good serviceable condition. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks, Mick. |
sea_bee
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Username: sea_bee
Post Number: 2
Registered: 05-2021
| | Posted on Monday, September 27, 2021 - 12:31 am: |
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I have just freed up a seized 4 hp CLAE Bantam, but in the process the bottom piston ring snapped. Does anyone know of a supplier or an alternative? |
chris_spring
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Username: chris_spring
Post Number: 148
Registered: 02-2019
| | Posted on Monday, September 27, 2021 - 07:04 am: |
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For rings, I'd start here.
Goiod luck!
Cheers!
http://www.ringspacers.com |
sea_bee
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Username: sea_bee
Post Number: 4
Registered: 05-2021
| | Posted on Friday, December 17, 2021 - 08:40 pm: |
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I have just rebuilt a CLAE Bantam , but I need a magneto to complete it and hopefully get it running
Thanks In Advance |
sea_bee
Member
Username: sea_bee
Post Number: 5
Registered: 05-2021
| | Posted on Tuesday, October 25, 2022 - 06:48 pm: |
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I need a magneto to finish off Clae Bantam. Can anyone tell the make/model magneto that I need to find? |
poppadonie
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Username: poppadonie
Post Number: 1
Registered: 10-2024
| | Posted on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 - 02:14 am: |
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Clae Bantam 4 hp Wanted Cylinder head casket. Any idea where i could purchase a casket from please |
kingfisher
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Username: kingfisher
Post Number: 50
Registered: 01-2013
| | Posted on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 - 05:01 pm: |
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This guy in Adelaide does excellent work if you can supply a template.https://www.copperheadgaskets.com.au/ |
ernie
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Username: ernie
Post Number: 2733
Registered: 01-2002
| | Posted on Monday, October 21, 2024 - 08:23 am: |
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Gaskets To Go does a real good job.
We have been using them for years.
https://gasketstogo.com/
Hope this helps
Ernie |
