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How to Restore Classic Largeframe Vespa Scooters: Rotary Valve 2-Strokes 1959 to 2008 - Your Illustrated Guide to Body and Mechanical Restoration
2-stroke Vespa is a style icon - an undoubted classic, and an immediately recognised symbol of its native Italy. Demand for these stylish scooters is booming, and interest in restoring and renovating them is at an all-time high.With its clear and concise text aided by extensively captioned full colour photographs, this practical book guides the DIY enthusiast through all the stages of restoring a classic largeframe 2-stroke Vespa, taking it from a rusty, unroadworthy wreck back to its factory fresh, former glory. It shows how to assess wear in all mechanical components, then assists in deciding the best and most cost effective method to renovate or repair. The largeframe engines are covered in detail, giving the reader confidence to carry out their own repairs to a high standard - both satisfying and cost effective. Brakes, suspension, electrical systems and brightwork are all addressed, from changing a bulb to welding in a new floor pan. Altogether an essential reference for all Vespa enthusiasts.
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How to Restore Classic Largeframe Vespa Scooters: Rotary Valve 2-Strokes 1959 to 2008 - Your Illustrated Guide to Body and Mechanical Restoration
2-stroke Vespa is a style icon - an undoubted classic, and an immediately recognised symbol of its native Italy. Demand for these stylish scooters is booming, and interest in restoring and renovating them is at an all-time high.With its clear and concise text aided by extensively captioned full colour photographs, this practical book guides the DIY enthusiast through all the stages of restoring a classic largeframe 2-stroke Vespa, taking it from a rusty, unroadworthy wreck back to its factory fresh, former glory. It shows how to assess wear in all mechanical components, then assists in deciding the best and most cost effective method to renovate or repair. The largeframe engines are covered in detail, giving the reader confidence to carry out their own repairs to a high standard - both satisfying and cost effective. Brakes, suspension, electrical systems and brightwork are all addressed, from changing a bulb to welding in a new floor pan. Altogether an essential reference for all Vespa enthusiasts.
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How to Restore Classic Largeframe Vespa Scooters: Rotary Valve 2-Strokes 1959 to 2008 - Your Illustrated Guide to Body and Mechanical Restoration

How to Restore Classic Largeframe Vespa Scooters: Rotary Valve 2-Strokes 1959 to 2008 - Your Illustrated Guide to Body and Mechanical Restoration

by Mark Paxton
How to Restore Classic Largeframe Vespa Scooters: Rotary Valve 2-Strokes 1959 to 2008 - Your Illustrated Guide to Body and Mechanical Restoration
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How to Restore Classic Largeframe Vespa Scooters: Rotary Valve 2-Strokes 1959 to 2008 - Your Illustrated Guide to Body and Mechanical Restoration

How to Restore Classic Largeframe Vespa Scooters: Rotary Valve 2-Strokes 1959 to 2008 - Your Illustrated Guide to Body and Mechanical Restoration

by Mark Paxton

Overview

2-stroke Vespa is a style icon - an undoubted classic, and an immediately recognised symbol of its native Italy. Demand for these stylish scooters is booming, and interest in restoring and renovating them is at an all-time high.With its clear and concise text aided by extensively captioned full colour photographs, this practical book guides the DIY enthusiast through all the stages of restoring a classic largeframe 2-stroke Vespa, taking it from a rusty, unroadworthy wreck back to its factory fresh, former glory. It shows how to assess wear in all mechanical components, then assists in deciding the best and most cost effective method to renovate or repair. The largeframe engines are covered in detail, giving the reader confidence to carry out their own repairs to a high standard - both satisfying and cost effective. Brakes, suspension, electrical systems and brightwork are all addressed, from changing a bulb to welding in a new floor pan. Altogether an essential reference for all Vespa enthusiasts.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781787110281
Publisher: Veloce Publishing
Publication date: 11/15/2016
Series: Enthusiast's Restoration Manual
Pages: 160
Product dimensions: 8.10(w) x 10.50(h) x 0.50(d)

About the Author

A dedicated petrolhead, Mark Paxton has been addicted to two wheels since first wobbling unaccompanied on to the road over 35 years ago. His entire working life has revolved around vehicles, initially in transport management, then through running his own garage, and latterly writing for classic car and motorcycle magazines. Mark's books include: How to Restore Classic Smallframe Vespa Scooters, How to Restore Volkswagen Buses, and Essential Buyer's Guides for Vespa 2-strokes, Minis, Ford Capris and Citroen 2CVs, all published with Veloce.
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