The previous mail tells you where to get the pistons, thanks for that, beat me to it ! As for Eriks website which for me was completely invaluable it was at ...
Vech, when you joined Kradrider list several months ago you suggested to have an innovative solution for R12 rear crank and tranny seals (if I remember it...
Hi Anthony Attached are some pictures, the ones I really wanted to send I no longer have as the disk on my old PC packed up in November and I lost some data ...
HI Ian Something like his ISP couldn't give him enough space for the whole site.. so he used this as a minor. I think Paul U or Mike Dunn gave him server space...
Bruno, My site is currently down. Mike Dunn was very gracious to allow me use some space he had. I am currently debating buying a bit of webspace to put it on....
When I did the modifications to the rear seal, I bought the parts from Vech. This included a speedi-sleeve and oil seal if I remember right. Anyone who is...
Hello Ian, Thank you for sharing the detailed photos of how to check for straightness with a string. I would like to share this information with our VMCA...
I have just gotten some new webspace. I will upload the site tonight and let you know of the new address once everything is up and running. Erik ... remember ...
Ian, your new setup with Vech's "oil keeper" is just like the postwar bikes. Here are a set of photos of my 1953 R51/3, showing the order things come apart: ...
Thanks Richard I am not bothered about the credit it would make my day if a member or any enthusiast saved themselves the head ache not to mention the money ...
Hi Darrel Looks nice, you are right it is the same. I would imagine there are other bits from post war bikes that could be used to keep the oldies running or...
... Richard Two things you must be certain of before using this trick. First is that both front and rear tyres/wheels are the same size, ideally the same make...
Hi Richard/Drew What you say is true ! I thought the R12 (which is what we are talking about in this particular thread) had both front and rear wheels...
In a message dated 2/28/2006 9:03:10 A.M. Central Standard Time, antsmail2003@... writes: Anthony, 2/ Crank rear seal-Is it removed by taking off the...
In a message dated 3/1/2006 5:48:43 A.M. Central Standard Time, mmikula1@... writes: when you joined Kradrider list several months ago you suggested to...
My R12 website is back up. The new and hopefully permanent address is: (Just paste it in the browser as is) bmwr12.home.hiwaay.net (If it causes anyone...
l just want to invite everyone to our second annual antique and vintage BMW rally and swap meet, held at Bench Mark Works in Stugis MS. Everyone the came...
Hey guys, after 1 year modifying a chang, I decided to buy an original bike (with out sidecar). I finaly found a complete R12 that is just what I was looking...
Do any of you brits know John Mac? He is supposed to own a BMW dealership in Manchester. Any dealings with him? I appreciate any feedback. You can email me...
Interesting machine Phillip, Has early civilian tail light, small mouth petrol tank, late period military front fender, incorrect single carburetor, early...
I agree with James. The b. rear foot brake. When I ride mine down the West Coast Hwy (busy during weekend) I always have the heel of my foot resting on the...
As a new R12 owner, I can appreciate the rear brake comment. It is harder to get used to than the tank shift. My R6 has a left side shift, but it has an...
Richards R12's --Ha Ha Very funny. Regarding Phillips machine. I think the carb looks like a correct SUM (you can see the clutch cable passing the choke...
Looking at the photo again. Looks as though its missing the sidecar lugs and cross-bar (although it has the rear ball mount). Also the rear fender looks as...
hello to all. I am new of the group,i speak an English bad one. Thanks all for the precious councils. I have a R12 of 1941. Between you there is someone that...
Marco, Welcome. We'd love to see your new bike. Post a pic of your '41 with engine and chassis number.. then you'll hear us all... ;) I thin Bruno and...
