Hi Guys,
New to this forum - have posted introduction elsewhere - although glad to see its not compulsory!
A couple of quick questions that some of the Montesa experts might be able to answer:
I am re-building a Cota 247 bought as non-runner on ebay (will I ever learn!)
So far its been fun, havn't rebuilt a bike in 15 years (last bike rebuilt was a Guzzi)
Its a right bitsa with frame no 21M16407 and engine no in the 5000s and a tank/seat unit from late 70s version.
OK, questions:
1) Would the fact that Frame is 1974, engine 1972 and they don't match make getting a V5 harder if I was to try?
2) When does the vintage no-tax deal start - 1973, 1974, 1975 - would this bike get it?
3) Does anyone know where to get replacement bolts for the M7s used in case? I would really like to convert to allens if I could find them. Current Clutch case bolts are usable at present, but Mag cover bolts are not present at all and I really will need to find somethign to replace these to keep cover on. Any ideas?
4) What is the nut that holds the clutch in place? Looks like a M10, but with a very fine pitch. Tried a M10 1.0 pitch and this does not fit, certainly a 1.25 pitch won't. Anyone know what this nut is?
5) I might be able to get some M7 Allens custom made (and clutch nut). If I was to do this, would there be anybody else out there interested in having some. It's normally cheaper the more you get.
6) Anybody know where one might be able to get the l/h spring washer that goes under the magneto bolt?
Bound to have some other questions.
but for now, a big thanks in advance
cheers
eib