How to Restore Classic Largeframe Vespa Scooters: Rotary Valve 2-strokes 1959 - Mark Paxton

How to Restore Classic Largeframe Vespa Scooters: Rotary Valve 2-strokes 1959 - Mark Paxton

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Full bibliographic data for How to Restore Classic Largeframe Vespa Scooters

Title

How to Restore Classic Largeframe Vespa Scooters

Subtitle

Rotary Valve 2-strokes 1959 to 2008

Authors and contributors

By (author) Mark Paxton

Physical properties

Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 160
Width: 207 mm
Height: 270 mm
Thickness: 13 mm
Weight: 726 g

Audience

General/trade

Language

English

ISBN

ISBN 13: 9781845843243
ISBN 10: 184584324X

Classifications

LCification:TL
BISAC category code:TRA003000
BIC subject category:WGCK
Nielsen BookScan Product Class:T12.3
BICMainSubject:WGCV
BISAC category code:TRA003030
Dewey:629.28775

Illustrations note

876

Publisher

Veloce Publishing Ltd

Imprint name

Veloce Publishing Ltd

Publication date

01 September 2012

Publication City/Country

Dorset/GB

Main description

The 2-stroke Vespa is a style icon ¿¿¿ an undoubtedic, and an immediately recognized 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 color photographs, this practical book guides the DIY enthusiast through all the stages of restoring aic 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. Both large and small frame power units are covered in detail, giving the reader confidence to carry out their own repairs to a high standard, which is 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. An essential reference for all Vespa enthusiasts.

Biographical note

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 foric car and motorcycle magazines. He also has four previous books to his name published by Veloce.