llpkjp1988
Scoot Junior
Adrenalizing New Hobby
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Post by llpkjp1988 on Aug 5, 2011 7:30:05 GMT -5
Anyone have any suggestions on what the best method/place/classes to learn how to do my own basic checks/repairs?
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Post by stepthrutuner on Aug 5, 2011 13:52:58 GMT -5
Don't waste your time or money on classes. Either buy a book or learn from vids and forums on the internet. Here are three vids that should prove helpful. The belt-changing vid is not applicable to all scooters as clearance to remove the belt is not available at the rear pulley to remove the belt. www.thescootermall.com/HowToVideos.html |
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tango
Scoot Enthusiast
Ad agendum semper parati
Posts: 389
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Post by tango on Aug 5, 2011 14:26:24 GMT -5
You have taken the first step in learning to fix your own scoot. You've become a member of the best board out there. I've been here for a few weeks and the wealth of knowledge I see here is amazing. There are also no arguments, no flaming, no embarassment, no head-butting. Just knowledge-sharing. I'm really impressed with this bunch of guys. What I did when I just started was just go ahead and read through the threads and posts. That proved to be a lot of fun and it allowed me to get the flavour of the board and answered questions that I didn't even know were to be asked. It also allowed me to become familiar with several principles and jargon that made asking questions and deciphering answers much easier. There is also a how-to section here that covers everything. And I do mean EVERYTHING. That said, if you search and can't find something you are looking for, just ask away and somebody will point you to the thread or answer you straight away. Our webmaster 90GTVert (aka Vert, Brent, and quite recently "Bert"...LOL...) will be around shortly to officially welcome you. Welcome aboard.
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Post by stepthrutuner on Aug 5, 2011 15:08:40 GMT -5
You have taken the first step in learning to fix your own scoot. You've become a member of the best board out there. I've been here for a few weeks and the wealth of knowledge I see here is amazing. There are also no arguments, no flaming, no embarassment, no head-butting. Just knowledge-sharing. I'm really impressed with this bunch of guys. What I did when I just started was just go ahead and read through the threads and posts. That proved to be a lot of fun and it allowed me to get the flavour of the board and answered questions that I didn't even know were to be asked. It also allowed me to become familiar with several principles and jargon that made asking questions and deciphering answers much easier. There is also a how-to section here that covers everything. And I do mean EVERYTHING. That said, if you search and can't find something you are looking for, just ask away and somebody will point you to the thread or answer you straight away. Our webmaster 90GTVert (aka Vert, Brent, and quite recently "Bert"...LOL...) will be around shortly to officially welcome you. Welcome aboard. Man, what a great post! That could very well be used as a greeting to all new members to kind of get them off on the right foot so to speak. You have a way with words, my friend. Once again.... great post. Reg |
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Post by 90GTVert on Aug 5, 2011 15:12:14 GMT -5
Our webmaster 90GTVert (aka Vert, Brent, and quite recently "Bert"...LOL...) will be around shortly to officially welcome you. Just so it doesn't look like Bert is not paying attention, he already welcomed her in another thread and this question was asked along with another in another thread of hers. ;D |
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tango
Scoot Enthusiast
Ad agendum semper parati
Posts: 389
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Post by tango on Aug 5, 2011 16:40:49 GMT -5
Man, what a great post! That could very well be used as a greeting to all new members to kind of get them off on the right foot so to speak. You have a way with words, my friend. Once again.... great post. Reg I try, brother. I've been a member and moderator of several boards over the years so I know what it takes to welcome, to paciphy, to smooth, or to totally upset a board. I've always tried to be the one to speak with reason, if not authority. Everybody was new to something at some point and if I can save a new member the hassles that I went through by offering a welcoming hand, so be it. The words flow because I have a lot of practice, I guess. Even if I spell colour, neighbour, and cheque differently from most here...LOL Just so it doesn't look like Bert is not paying attention, he already welcomed her in another thread and this question was asked along with another in another thread of hers. ;D Yeah...I actually saw that afterwards. Good job as always. |
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mccanic
Scoot Enthusiast
Posts: 254
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Post by mccanic on Aug 6, 2011 7:12:16 GMT -5
I've learned alot just buy jumping in there and doing it! just hands on learning. Find your type of learning and get to it!  Welcome again! |
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bigjeff
Scoot Enthusiast
just scootin
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Post by bigjeff on Aug 6, 2011 10:00:35 GMT -5
Well if Bert don't get to it - Ernie is always available. (laughing tongue in cheek)
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Post by Goosey on Aug 8, 2011 19:24:55 GMT -5
What they said. Go into the Resources and Information section and start reading. Download an engine manual for the type engine you have and look it over, and don't be afraid to poke around your scooter. When I take things apart I use a marker and masking tape, sometimes a camera so I can label what went where, tape screws to what they go to and use the pictures of before, so I could put it back the same way. Any how too's and video's are right here on this site, from basic maintenance to building a racing scooter. Dig in.
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