Recent content by Phosguy

Lol. I have a Rupp project in the family room. Convenient! Sent from my iPhone using OldMiniBikes mobile app powered by Tapatalk

Thank you for your response! Still looking.

I am restoring a 1970 Rupp Roadster with the original HS40 Tecumseh engine. Of course, like many, keeping the motor original has taken some effort and I am looking for an ID plate for this motor. Can anyone assist? Thank you all for the great forums!

Awesome original machine. I am working on the same.

Looking for a crankshaft for Tecumseh HS40 for my 1970 Rupp Roadster. Crank needs to be 3 inches on clutch side. Thanks

It's called a ROKON. What made them tough to stick was large tires, yes, but TWO WHEEL DRIVE. 2 gripping tires for traction is always tough to beat!

Trying to keep the unit original. I actually have a couple of shorter cranks but looking for the longer. Thanks.

Ya, they are becoming tougher to find but they still exist.

All, still looking for a good crankshaft for my 1970 Rupp Roaster with a HS40 Tecumseh motor. Want to keep it nostalgic. Can anyone provide me with direction? Thank you phosguy

I am restoring a 1970 Rupp Roadster with the HS40 engine. Of course, the engine was shot as well as the crankshaft was not correct. I found another HS40 - 55388C so must be a newer engine but this crank is not very good. What item number should the crankshaft be for this HS40-55388C so I can...

Very informative. Thank you

Fantic Freddy, I agree. I personally never buy a scooter to resell. I am an enthusiast. BUT, I always try to stay informed on value, so if need be and have to sell, I break even. Never happens,..... either way, most of us in this sport would help out a fellow enthusiast with their project...

Lol. Great post! I also enjoy riding my "treasures" equal to sitting on a bucket, drinking beer, looking at them,.... We are all one in the same on some important topics.

All, great discussion! I want to chime in with my 2 cents. I have sold metal pretreatment for 26 years. I am an enthusiast of surface preparation as well as motorcycle- restoration. Here goes- Powder coating is awesome. Chrome is awesome. Bottom line, do and use what YOU like and can...

Tom, sorry to hear.