Subject: Re: re torquing heads (tip for V700 and early Ambos)
Author: Charles Mullendore
Date: Jan 20, 2001, 4:54 PM
Post ID: 1705020700
Hi Bob,
Sorry your experience hasn't been a pleasant one. I consider myself lucky simply because this has been the most enjoyable Guzzi I've ever owned (and I've
owned six Tonti framed bikes - two bought new). Mine has been very reliable, especially for a 31 yr. old bike with 50k miles on it. Initially it had some
minor bugs that needed attention, the previous owner had only put 3k miles on in 13 years. I done several 400 mile days on it and wouldn't hesitate to ride it
just about anywhere. I am of the opinion that any vehicle (especially an Italian one) is only as good as it's mechanic. I happen to have grown up in my
father's machine/welding shop and was exposed to several great "shade tree" mechanics as a youth. As a result of this and further education, I've become a
fairly good mechanic. This is not to call anyones mechanical abilities in to question, just the logical explanation for my success with my vehicles. I
sincerely hope that you will continue to try and work out whatever problems yours may have. This list is the best place to go for advice, but "phone fixing"
only goes so far. If you don't feel confident in your mechanical skills, find a good shop to do the work - Moto Guzzi Classics, Cycle Garden, etc. Where do
you live? List members may be able to help in person. As Red Green says "We're all in this together.":-)
Charlie
'69 & (2)'71 Ambos
Robert Hawkes wrote:
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