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#Post#: 183--------------------------------------------------
The cheap chain oiler
By: Fried Ape Date: November 20, 2014, 9:55 am
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This was my attempt to make my own, cheap, version of a
Scottoiler.
It was based on a drip-feed oiler. You can see these on old
steam and traction engines (appropriate) and some machine tools.
It is a glass or plastic vertical cylinder that acts as an oil
reservoir with a central spindle that controls the leakage rate
out through the bottom of the reservoir.
I bought mine from Axminster Power Tools, but I'm not sure if
they still sell them. Amazon does, oddly - see
HTML http://www.amazon.co.uk/100ml-Spring-Toggle-Needle-Valve/dp/B00KHSVTFA/ref=sr_1_3?s=diy&ie=UTF8&qid=1416497926&sr=1-3&keywords=Gravity+Drip+Feed+Oiler
I drilled the back of the left side toolbox and fitted a spring
clip under the seat and next to the battery. This clamps around
the body of the oiler and the ends of the clip are retained by a
zip tie (all praise the mighty zip tie).
HTML http://www.theostry.com/NF/Other/Chain%20oiler.jpg
And in case you are wondering what the black objects are inside
the seat springs, they are squash (the game) balls. This is a
really easy way to boost the springs a bit and stop the seat
from sagging, especially if you are a big lad and like the pies.
The oil feed is led down behind the toolbox and into the dry
flywheel cover, to deliver oil directly to the gearbox sprocket.
This means that any excess is less likely to be flung onto the
rear tyre.
HTML http://www.theostry.com/NF/Other/oiler2.jpg
After adjusting the flow rate I used chain-saw chain oil
(cheaper than motorcycle chain oil and available from farming
supplies places) to lube the chain.
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Re: The cheap chain oiler
By: banquo Date: November 20, 2014, 10:43 am
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Although that Amazon one does mention metering, it seems to be
on or off with the toggle?
Or maybe the needle is adjustable? It's certainly cheap enough!
HTML http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51hCQTL981L._AA1500_.jpg
I suppose it wouldn't be too difficult to link it to the
throttle, or even a cunning solenoid, so it would come on with
the throttle opening, or when the ignition was on.
#Post#: 190--------------------------------------------------
Re: The cheap chain oiler
By: nick949 Date: November 20, 2014, 11:39 am
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And in case you are wondering what the black objects are inside
the seat springs, they are squash (the game) balls. This is a
really easy way to boost the springs a bit and stop the seat
from sagging, especially if you are a big lad and like the pies.
Brilliant! Thanks
Nick
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Re: The cheap chain oiler
By: banquo Date: November 21, 2014, 5:53 am
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Is that a comment on your pie prowess Nick? ;)
#Post#: 194--------------------------------------------------
Re: The cheap chain oiler
By: nick949 Date: November 21, 2014, 6:07 am
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It's true, I am up a few pounds, but mostly from beer not pie.
I can't do much else at this time of year - the roads are snow
covered, yet it isn't cold enough yet for rugged outdoor stuff.
Beer it is for now.........
Nick
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Re: The cheap chain oiler
By: Fried Ape Date: November 21, 2014, 8:56 am
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"Although that Amazon one does mention metering, it seems to be
on or off with the toggle?
Or maybe the needle is adjustable? It's certainly cheap enough!"
The central pillar has a pointed end that fits into the outlet
at the bottom of the reservoir. It is threaded and can be
screwed up and down to adjust the flow rate. The sping toggle at
the top lifts the needle to allow the metered flow, or drops the
needle to stop the flow.
It's simply a case of remembering to lift the toggle before you
ride off, and dropping it again when you park.
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Re: The cheap chain oiler
By: banquo Date: November 21, 2014, 9:16 am
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That makes sense, and I think I recall the very same from your
original site. I just wondered if the cheap and cheerful Amazon
version had such sophistication!
On the plus side, despite being averse to anything to do with
ball games, I now know that you can purchase squash balls in at
least 3 different sizes. 8)
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Re: The cheap chain oiler
By: Fried Ape Date: November 25, 2014, 8:40 am
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I got the idea of the squash balls from some spring assisters
sold to people who tow caravans.
I was suffering from Iron Butt: during a long ride I found I was
slipping to the rear of the saddle and feeling the effects of
the seam and piping at ehe back pressing on my coccyx. So I went
looking for some method for stiffening the saddle springs to
they would let the seat tip backwards quite so much.
Once I'd wrestled the squash balls in between the spring coils I
had no further problems.
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Re: The cheap chain oiler
By: banquo Date: November 26, 2014, 4:54 am
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Some of the best ideas arrive in just that fashion!
#Post#: 220--------------------------------------------------
Re: The cheap chain oiler
By: Lone Wolf Date: November 26, 2014, 5:19 am
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Wotcha.
My chain oiler consists of a mouse's drinking bottle, an
aquarium valve ( to regulate the flow ) and a 12 volt fuel shut
off solenoid wired into the ignition. I'll take some piccies
next time I use the bike.
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