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Title: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 14, October, 2012 - 12:56:58
Hello all

I picked up my new to me C5 yesterday, it looks in pretty good shape.  Came with the original battery and charger and documents and keys.  I can't get the battery to charge but hey ho.  I have ordered the wiring kit to convert it but will keep all the original bits.

Just set about cleaning it at the mo.  I am going to get it working I think and then attempt to strip it down and paint up the chassis and build it back up.  I am a bit confused about many things so I hope you don't mind me asking a few questions as I go on!!

Firstly what grease should I buy to do all the bearing and moving parts? Oh and what do I need to buy to remove the pedals, I have seen on a video that you need a special tool?

Here are a few pics, any advice or help would be most appreciated.

(http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l43/pso-buzz/photo4.jpg)

(http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l43/pso-buzz/photo3.jpg)

(http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l43/pso-buzz/photo2.jpg)

(http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l43/pso-buzz/photo1.jpg)

I hope you like it, I am over the moon with it.

Thanks

Simon
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: PLOD11 on 14, October, 2012 - 13:50:21
It certainly looks in good shape, i am sure it will bring many hours of fun !

I have used both LM grease and stuff you put CV joints, and all seem to work fine.

Good luck with it, if you need any help just ask,     plenty of experience on here to get it sorted.

John
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: kamilb1998 on 14, October, 2012 - 13:53:01
Well done!  :D In the pictures, it looks mint!
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: KarlG on 14, October, 2012 - 14:18:14
Hi pso-buzz,

Quote
Oh and what do I need to buy to remove the pedals

you need a peddle extractor to remove the peddles. This you can buy through ebay or from your local bike shop.

First operation is to remove the screw used to retain the peddle (use a socket). Before using the extractor screw out the inner section, screw the outer section of the extractor into the pedal crank (be careful that you don't cross thread when inserting). When the outer section is fully bedded screw in the inner section until the crank has been removed. You may have to apply considerable force when screwing in the inner section, but if the outer is properly bedded there will be no problem.

Best of luck.
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: Karl on 14, October, 2012 - 18:25:53
Take a look thropugh the C5 Martin Tech Tips section;
http://c5alive.co.uk/forum/index.php/board,11.0.html

..in it you'll find several useful hints ,with piccies, on various aspects of c5 dismantling ;
http://c5alive.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,239.0.html

Chas has also done a you tube video so take a browse through the forum and if you get stuck, just ask  ;)
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 14, October, 2012 - 19:15:04
Hi there and thanks for your help so far, I have been cleaning again today, wanting to try and find out what I have and what state its in and what I need to do. I might be meeting up with Lance as he is my area for him to give me his opinion.  That would be great.

I have noticed that one of the screws on the back light cluster has corroded and I cant undo it, I have tried to get plyers in the back of it and shift it but nothing. I am very reluctant to drill the top of the screws head of with a fear of cracking the back lens.

Here is a pic:

(http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l43/pso-buzz/photo4-2.jpg)

KarlG, I have searched for peddle extractors on ebay but can't find anything.  Do you think that they could be called anything else?  Thanks

Here are a few more pics:

(http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l43/pso-buzz/photo2-3.jpg)

(http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l43/pso-buzz/photo1-3.jpg)

(http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l43/pso-buzz/photo1-2.jpg)

(http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l43/pso-buzz/photo1-4.jpg)

(http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l43/pso-buzz/photo4-1.jpg)

(http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l43/pso-buzz/photo5-1.jpg)
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: PLOD11 on 14, October, 2012 - 21:08:07
I got mine in Halfords, they call it a "Crank extractor"  ..

http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_10151_productId_525685_langId_-1_categoryId_242558

John   :)
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 14, October, 2012 - 21:13:53
Brilliant, thanks John.
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: Lancealot on 15, October, 2012 - 20:16:26
Hi Simon,

I got my crank removal tool off ebay £3.75 only.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Bike-cycle-tool-crank-extractor-remover-puller-pedal-/150663754724?pt=UK_sportsleisure_cycling_bikeparts_SR&hash=item23144273e4 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Bike-cycle-tool-crank-extractor-remover-puller-pedal-/150663754724?pt=UK_sportsleisure_cycling_bikeparts_SR&hash=item23144273e4)

The grease I use LM2 multi-purpose grease by Carlube.

Hope this helps

Lance
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 15, October, 2012 - 20:32:11
Hey thanks Lance.

I just ordered it.

I will take a trip to halfords and get the grease. 

Thanks

Simon
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 17, October, 2012 - 03:20:06
Hello there

Can anyone point me in the direction of where to find info about greasing the motor and gearbox?

I need to know an idiots guide if poss.  I have no idea how far to strip it down and where I need to put the grease and what grease I should use.

Any help would be great

Thanks

Simon
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: Karl on 18, October, 2012 - 11:40:26
Check out the owners manual ;
http://c5alive.co.uk/index.php?com=pages&page=5

..this is also in the download section

Plus these links may be of use;
 gearbox removal :  http://c5alive.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,1217.msg9622.html#msg9622

 motor assembly : http://c5alive.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,368.msg2474.html#msg2474
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 19, October, 2012 - 16:12:02
Thanks to everyone for all your help so far.

Here is a quick update. 

I put some water in the battery and charged it last night and to my amazement after all these years it charged up! 

So fitted it in and turned it all on.  The lights worked the pod didn't. The motor was making a hammer drill sound.  After looking on the forum I adjusted the belt tension and cleaned the connectors up on the back of the pod.

Here it is all powered up.

(http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l43/pso-buzz/photo3-5.jpg)

(http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l43/pso-buzz/photo2-5.jpg)

(http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l43/pso-buzz/photo1-5.jpg)

Just wanna say, without this site and forum I would never of bought one.

Thank you all

Simon
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: radiomarty on 19, October, 2012 - 16:23:21
Great news - looks a very tidy C5  :) :)
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: C5 ENTHUSIAST + RESTORER on 19, October, 2012 - 19:40:31
Hi it looks great .Well done ....Chas
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 19, October, 2012 - 20:19:58
Thank you. 

I do have a small problem.  The pod doesn't always work but if I push the red connector in the back it lights up.

What is the correct procedure for cleaning this up or replacing it?

Thanks

Simon
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: C5 ENTHUSIAST + RESTORER on 19, October, 2012 - 22:15:08
Hi there Simon what I do is to use some emery cloth on the contacts pins . Then spray a little contact cleaner in the cable connector and on the pins... bye Chas
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 27, October, 2012 - 17:42:28
Hello All

I have just taken the C5 out for it's first test run.

Here is a Vid:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CuYzLaJN5Qg&feature=plcp

Hope you like it

Simon
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: Lancealot on 28, October, 2012 - 20:43:10
Nice looking C5, good video.

Lance
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 29, October, 2012 - 15:21:36
Hey thanks Lance

Thanks also for the chat we had prior to me purchasing one.  I took as much advice as I could and made sure all the important items were included.

If I can find a way of transporting it to Heaton Park maybe we could meet up for a spin one weekend.

Thank you

Simon
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 29, October, 2012 - 15:24:44
Hello All

Right I have got my C5 into the position I need to store it in. I know its probably not ideal but it's the best I can do with the space I have.

Can anyone tell me if I am going to do any damage to it, is anything going to de-form or mis-shape. Its kind of resting on its boot on a door mat to stop it getting scratched.

Is this ok?

(http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l43/pso-buzz/Upright.jpg)

Thanks

Simon
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: KarlG on 29, October, 2012 - 16:13:17
Hi Simon,

whatever you do always remove the battery when parking in this position, unless you happen to have a 100% sealed battery. If the battery is not sealed you can expect a heap of trouble.  :o :o

Regards.  KarlG.
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: kamilb1998 on 29, October, 2012 - 16:35:50
I second what Karl has just said.

You shouldn't experience any problems with parking it like that as long as the battery is removed, unelss of course it is a 100% sealed one.
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 29, October, 2012 - 16:54:46
Thank you

Battery is definitely removed! 

Simon
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: C5 ENTHUSIAST + RESTORER on 29, October, 2012 - 17:09:01
Hi there it looks great I don't think you will have any problems with the C5 as it is

But watch out for the chair falling down on the C5 ...bye Chas  :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :)


(http://i992.photobucket.com/albums/af46/jordan8_2009/1-C5UP.jpg)
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: KarlG on 29, October, 2012 - 21:21:40
Hey Chas you're slowing down theses days, it took you from 9:52 till 6:37 to figure that one out.  8) 8)
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: Lancealot on 29, October, 2012 - 21:51:31
Not as good as my racking but a good idea!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

Lance
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 29, October, 2012 - 22:27:59
I know it's not as good as your racking lance but I just don't have room!
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: Lancealot on 30, October, 2012 - 12:51:04
So mate when you up for a C5 run at Heaton Park then!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Lance
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 30, October, 2012 - 13:22:22
Hiya Lance

Not to sure, I have a few problems to overcome first!

I am still running on the original tyres, I don't think they have been used much but are so old I am not sure they are safe??  I am debating buying some of the city jets before they go out of stock.

I am running on the original battery, not sure it will have a range to get around Heaton Park, I have a C5 Alive wiring kit but I am wondering if I should keep the key switch and buy a compatible battery.  If I do this I am not sure how the plastic cover fits as the original battery has screwed bars coming out of the terminals.

I am not confident to ride the C5 on the roads yet to Heaton Park and I don't have a car that it will fit in!

Also I think I need to grease everything before a big run, when I go around  right hand corner I get a squeaking noise, I am presuming that the bearings need greasing on the off side wheel?

I am not sure if I should just go for the strip down and re-grease everything after painting the frame and building back up.

Any help on any of the above is always welcome from anyone!!

Simon

Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: kamilb1998 on 30, October, 2012 - 14:20:52
Hiya Lance

Not to sure, I have a few problems to overcome first!

I am still running on the original tyres, I don't think they have been used much but are so old I am not sure they are safe??  I am debating buying some of the city jets before they go out of stock.

I am running on the original battery, not sure it will have a range to get around Heaton Park, I have a C5 Alive wiring kit but I am wondering if I should keep the key switch and buy a compatible battery.  If I do this I am not sure how the plastic cover fits as the original battery has screwed bars coming out of the terminals.

I am not confident to ride the C5 on the roads yet to Heaton Park and I don't have a car that it will fit in!

Also I think I need to grease everything before a big run, when I go around  right hand corner I get a squeaking noise, I am presuming that the bearings need greasing on the off side wheel?

I am not sure if I should just go for the strip down and re-grease everything after painting the frame and building back up.

Any help on any of the above is always welcome from anyone!!


I ran the original tyres on mine for a year before upgrading to a set of City Jets in September - and what a difference! It cured the understeer, it rolled more smoothly & easily and the City Jets are practically silent compared to the noisy originals.

I doubt your original battery will have a good range - mine dies after 500yds. Everyone on here says that the wiring kits are much better in terms of reliability and ease of use. With the wiring kit you can also use any battery that fits the space in the footwell. I, however, have stuck to the keyswitches. My C5 is ran daily and does upwards of 200 miles/month and I have never experienced any reliability issues with either of my keyswitches. I use Yuasa 038 batteries which give a range of around 12 miles each - though I've managed 27 miles out of two connected in parallel before. So it really is up to you, but if your keyswitch is not worn I would be tempted to leave it as is.

Mine sometimes squeaks when going round tight right-hand corners - it's the brakes. Mine are adjusted so they rub slightly otherwise I couldn't get them to work. Also, I recall reading somewhere about the drums becoming oval over time - this could also potentially cause the squeak.

Why don't you feel confident riding it on the road?
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: mhurt on 30, October, 2012 - 15:48:19
Riding on the road is all part of the fun of a C5. I don't have any problems here as people tend to slow down and stare at the C5 rather than try to overtake etc - they're more likely to hit each other than me.
I'd also recommend riding in the primary position (middle of the lane) rather than close to the kerb, as it tends to be full of debris and rubbish and bumpy as hell the closer to the kerb you get. Additionally, riding in the middle of the lane gives you additional confidence (because people are less likely to overtake you whilst only leaving a rival between you and them) and helps when positioning to turn (especially right turns & roundabouts).

I do often wish that we had bett cycling infrastructure in this country, but we don't (and the missus wouldn't take too kindly to me suggesting we move to Holland :p )
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 30, October, 2012 - 15:57:28
Hello

kamilb1998 that is really useful advice. I am tempted to keep the key switch for now but keep the C5 wiring kit just in case. Can you please tell me how you fit the grey battery top to the type 038 battery please?  I am presuming they don't have the threaded bar fitted to the terminals.

Think I need to strip the brakes down and adjust and grease the bearings to be sure.  I am getting more and more tempted with the city jets.

Mhurt, With regard to using it on the road I am a bit wary as its so slow and I keep thinking I will hold up traffic.  I live in North Manchester and I am not sure the majority of people around here would be too keen on my blocking the road off at 15 MPH! 

Simon
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 30, October, 2012 - 16:04:29
LOL i am just looking at Yuasa 038 batteries on their website.  Its a minefield!! 

I have no idea where to start!!!

Please help!!
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: mhurt on 30, October, 2012 - 16:21:10
Hello

kamilb1998 that is really useful advice. I am tempted to keep the key switch for now but keep the C5 wiring kit just in case. Can you please tell me how you fit the grey battery top to the type 038 battery please?  I am presuming they don't have the threaded bar fitted to the terminals.

Think I need to strip the brakes down and adjust and grease the bearings to be sure.  I am getting more and more tempted with the city jets.

Mhurt, With regard to using it on the road I am a bit wary as its so slow and I keep thinking I will hold up traffic.  I live in North Manchester and I am not sure the majority of people around here would be too keen on my blocking the road off at 15 MPH! 

Simon

They'll be at home, it will be like driving through the city centre, only faster :)
You'd be slower if you had to use a Class 3 mobility scooter, and you won't be slower than other cyclists. The C5 isn't really any wider than a standard cycle at the handlebars, so drivers need to give you just as much space. You can also use any cycle lanes, and most places allow cyclists in bus lanes too.
The more confidently you ride, the safer you are.
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: kamilb1998 on 30, October, 2012 - 16:44:58
Hello

kamilb1998 that is really useful advice. I am tempted to keep the key switch for now but keep the C5 wiring kit just in case. Can you please tell me how you fit the grey battery top to the type 038 battery please?  I am presuming they don't have the threaded bar fitted to the terminals.


You'll need these to fit a battery to the battery top;

http://c5alive.co.uk/index.php?com=shop&display=product&id=36

The Yuasa 038 batteries are around £40 and can be ordered from Yuasa's website, a link to which I have pasted below;

http://www.yuasabatteries.co.uk/yuasa-professional-038-car-battery-366-p.asp

Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 30, October, 2012 - 16:57:28
kamilb1998 that is just brilliant, thank you so much for the links.

Looks like I will be spending some more money!!

Can I please just ask. If I buy the conversion clamps will the grey battery cover sit flush like before?

Thanks again

Simon
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: kamilb1998 on 30, October, 2012 - 17:01:44


Can I please just ask. If I buy the conversion clamps will the grey battery cover sit flush like before?


Not quite sure what you mean there. Will it sit flush with what?
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 30, October, 2012 - 17:28:23
Hello sorry I am not explaining myself properly.

Will the grey plastic original c5 battery top fit like it does on the original oldham battery?

Basically is it a direct replacement so it fits and looks like the original but with a different battery?

Thank you
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: Karl on 30, October, 2012 - 17:43:34
Take a look at this linked topic ;
http://c5alive.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,1441.msg11200.html#msg11200

...as you can see you will need to enlarge the holes in the Sinclair battery top . Using an 038 or 015 battery will give you the closest match we've yet found to the original Oldham battery in terms of physical size. These batteries do accept the Sinclair tops but leave it slightly raised along one edge, not enough to give any snags.
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: kamilb1998 on 30, October, 2012 - 18:02:07
Karl's covered it!

Here's some pictures of how the battery will look;

(http://i839.photobucket.com/albums/zz311/kamilb1998/Sinclair%20C5/41207a80.jpg)
(http://i839.photobucket.com/albums/zz311/kamilb1998/Sinclair%20C5/DSC_9350.jpg)
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 30, October, 2012 - 18:05:09
Brilliant brilliant brilliant!

This site is awesome.  Looks great to me.  I might try and get hold of an old battery top/cover to convert it.

Thank you

Simon
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: C5 ENTHUSIAST + RESTORER on 30, October, 2012 - 18:23:02
Hi there if you pay the postage I will post you an old battery top  that will want a good clean ..Bye Chas
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 30, October, 2012 - 18:47:24
Chas you are an absolute star.  Of course I will pay postage. Quite happy to buy it off you too.

Thank you once again chas

Simon.
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: C5 ENTHUSIAST + RESTORER on 30, October, 2012 - 19:03:09
Ok just send me an email of you name address ..bye Chas
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: KarlG on 30, October, 2012 - 22:50:54
Hi Simon,

is your battery an original C5 issue?
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 30, October, 2012 - 23:03:29
Hello

Yes I am presuming it's the one supplied with it from new.

I don't think the C5 has been used very much at all.  Obviously the battery was dry when I got it and I just topped it up and charged it.
It did charge and it did run for a while but not for long and I think power was dropping as it wouldn't pull up even the slightest of inclines.

Within minutes the battery indicator was on red and if it rested for a couple of minutes would go back in the green.  But then back to the red in a matter of yards.

I didn't think it would be useable really.

I am keen to keep the original look of the C5 as it is in very original looking shape.  That is why I am keen if possible to use the key switch.

Chas has informed me that if I use a different battery I can get a better range. I guess I need to work out the pros and cons of each available option.

The way I see it at the mo is that if I use the original battery I can't go far, so have to change it.

If I keep the key switch I have to use a specific battery that has a good range but not great.  The benefit is that I can keep the key switch and keep it original and slightly more secure. Oh I also run the risk of frying the control box as its easy to get the connectors mixed up. 

If I fit the C5 alive wiring kit which I have I can use any battery of any type as long as it fits in the space.  I can't fry the control box as it has protection built in.  It will have better range but the cons are that I can't keep the key switch and it's a bit less secure. If I went down this route then I have no idea which battery to purchase.

Am I right?

Thanks

Simon
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: KarlG on 30, October, 2012 - 23:27:19
Hi Simon,

are you technically orientated in electrical procedures?
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 31, October, 2012 - 01:37:42
Hi Karl.

No not really!

Simon
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: radiomarty on 31, October, 2012 - 07:06:03
Hi Simon - your understanding of the wiring kit opposed to the original battery top is pretty much correct - it is however pretty easy to add a key switch into the circuit of the c5alive wiring kit so you can then have the best of both worlds if you are wanting some more security  :) :)
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: coverman on 31, October, 2012 - 09:47:50
The type 49 45Ah battery gives a reasonable range for low cost and fits under the battery top plate if used with Ford Transit type terminal connectors
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 31, October, 2012 - 19:30:14
Coverman. What are transit type connectors and where can you buy them?

Cheers

Simon
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: Karl on 31, October, 2012 - 19:35:56
Coverman. What are transit type connectors and where can you buy them?

Cheers

Simon

..these do the job : http://c5alive.co.uk/index.php?com=shop&display=product&id=36
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 31, October, 2012 - 20:00:41
Coverman. What are transit type connectors and where can you buy them?

Cheers

Simon

..these do the job : http://c5alive.co.uk/index.php?com=shop&display=product&id=36

Excellent thank you Coverman. 

What brand do you think is best?

Also is the type of battery the 49 the physical size?

Thanks

Simon
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: Luke S on 14, November, 2012 - 17:46:31
It looks great 8) 8) 8) 8)
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: coverman on 16, November, 2012 - 09:25:01
Yes the type 49 defines dimensions and terminal type and possition.The Transit battery terminals are used on Ford Transits apparently(which series I know not) and I bought them for about £8/pair from my battery supplier.(SYBS)
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: Retro Andy on 17, November, 2012 - 09:41:34
Very nice looking C5  ;)

Retro Andy.
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 23, February, 2013 - 12:57:55
Just a quick update to show the progress so far of the extras I have been collecting.  Just need to wire up the indicators.
(Oh and find a seat foam!)


(http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l43/pso-buzz/297eb437459530fd26289bf2b0096dce_zpsdb800624.jpg)

(http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l43/pso-buzz/21883a3c901574cb71d6065efe783179_zps3ab7f535.jpg)

(http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l43/pso-buzz/d02bd1887af4e9933bacbb2ddca1c64f_zps0f100073.jpg)

(http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l43/pso-buzz/f470d24bde91a63a26ecfe512f022272_zpse76ccb78.jpg)

(http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l43/pso-buzz/6156c8d85c14b17f357287ac2d1e61b4_zpscebde7a9.jpg)

(http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l43/pso-buzz/930d3f593fdf40def2744f03f05d5fb7_zps34c050b7.jpg)
There is only a C5 in the garden!!!

Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: danny7147 on 23, February, 2013 - 13:06:17
Very nice! Like the garden too... ours is concreted lil ::)
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 23, February, 2013 - 14:06:04
Thanks Danny. The garden is a wreck at the mo after the winter.
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: danny7147 on 23, February, 2013 - 17:36:44
I bet it looks great in the summer  :)

How did the wife react to you choosing a C5 as the centrepiece ornament instead of a fountain or statue?  ;)
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 23, February, 2013 - 17:40:42
Haha. Who in their right mind is gonna prefer a bird bath over a C5!!!
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: danny7147 on 23, February, 2013 - 17:52:40
I've managed to get both of mine in the dining room... it's still taking some persuading to get her to lose the dining table and set up a cash register/shop/cafe to charge the public, but hey... it's a work in progress  ::)
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 23, February, 2013 - 18:03:42
Haha. Just loose the legs on the table and get two more! Would she even notice?
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: Luke S on 24, February, 2013 - 19:08:18
Looking at your profile pic (pso-BUZZ) it looks like your C5 has changed a lot since you bought it ;) ;)
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 03, March, 2013 - 20:50:26
Hello again.

Right this weekend I connected up the horn and the indicators.

What do you think of the wiring. I tried to get it all as neat as possible.

(http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l43/pso-buzz/image-1_zpsd33bc5dd.jpg)

(http://i93.photobucket.com/albums/l43/pso-buzz/image-1_zpsc09678fa.jpg)
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: Luke S on 03, March, 2013 - 20:53:16
Looks a bit neater than mine  ;)
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 03, March, 2013 - 20:55:46
Any pics Luke?
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: kamilb1998 on 03, March, 2013 - 21:09:13
That looks very neat!  8)
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: Luke S on 04, March, 2013 - 06:39:36
Any pics Luke?

I'll see if I can get one tonight  ;)
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: C5 ENTHUSIAST + RESTORER on 04, March, 2013 - 08:28:03
Hi there it looks great well done ..The only thing what I can see is the motor has been turned round quiet a bit to tighten the belt are you sure it's not to tight or  has it slipped of the lip ...(If the belt is to tight it can damage the motor shaft resulting in it snapping off )
Hope you do not mind my comments they are only here to help ...
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 04, March, 2013 - 09:17:54
Hi Chas

Thank you.  No I don't mind at all, thank you for sharing your knowledge.

I will slacken it off a bit and see if I get the belt slip. I put one of the wider ones on after the original I think was stretched. I might have been a bit heavy handed trying to make are it didn't slip again.

Simon
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: mhurt on 04, March, 2013 - 09:34:23
Blimey,  the wiring is a lot neater than mine :o Mine looks like someone dumped a plate of spaghetti in there :p
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: thedesigntailor on 04, March, 2013 - 13:34:55
Hi - if you are still after a battery this is the one I got. Gives me close to 20miles in the summer.

http://c5alive.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,2144.msg17440.html#msg17440
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 04, March, 2013 - 14:00:40
Hi - if you are still after a battery this is the one I got. Gives me close to 20miles in the summer.

http://c5alive.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,2144.msg17440.html#msg17440

That sounds perfect to me. What a great distance.

Currently on the very rare times I take the 5 out I have been using the original oldham battery which seems to be holding up quite well.

I have been putting it on trickle charge using a c-tek charger. I am hoping over time it will just get better and better.  At some point it's going to fall off its perch so I will look again at batteries. 

Thanks.
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: C5 ENTHUSIAST + RESTORER on 04, March, 2013 - 15:00:25
Hi there Simon if it's a new belt then it could be that the teeth on the gearbox are worn if so then you would have to tigthen the belt but not to tight as it may damage the motor...And make sure the gearbox does not slip of the mounting lip ..

bye Chas
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 04, March, 2013 - 15:24:30
Hi Chas.

Not sure I understand that but I will have a look over it and see if it makes sense.

Thank you
Simon
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: C5 ENTHUSIAST + RESTORER on 04, March, 2013 - 16:26:19
Hi there Simon .Here is what I mean .http://c5alive.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=1181.0

Chas
Title: Re: I Finally Got One
Post by: pso-buzz on 08, March, 2013 - 23:14:34
Thanks Chas

I will have a tinker!