Best/cheapest place to order piston?

**Fri Oct 28, 2005 1:14 pm » Post: #1 » Download Post**

You may or may not know that i recently bought a cheap MC18 off of eBay that the top barrel was seized on.

Can anone recommend where i can get a piston kit, as the local place that first quoted me has upped the price from £50ish to around £150.

Apex do them, just wondered if anyone else did?

I see Tyga also sell parts, but really need to get it asap.

Thanks in advance
Scott
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**Fri Oct 28, 2005 2:15 pm » Post: #2 » Download Post**

Tyga arnt that bad, if its in stock it should be with you in 7 - 10 days MAX, my stuff was here within 6 days of posting, 2 days spent in LONDON as they dont work weekends. (or so they say)
also use this site to ask ANDY! he may have some!

**Fri Oct 28, 2005 2:35 pm » Post: #3 » Download Post**

Ask Andy. I got my stuff through extra fast cuz of the dyno day (not that it all came off...) so they will ship fast if needs be. I think you'll find the prices pretty damn competitive, and you'll be supporting this site too!
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**Fri Oct 28, 2005 7:50 pm » Post: #4 » Download Post**

I've sent a message via the marketplace?

Is that what you meant when you said ask Andy? Question

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**Sat Oct 29, 2005 8:30 am » Post: #5 » Download Post**

Yeah.

That or a PM.
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**Mon Oct 31, 2005 2:46 am » Post: #6 » Download Post**

Concerning pistons, you'll have to find your cylinder size before you go ordering. There will be a stamp (A, B or C) on the back lower edge of the cylinder. This is the size. You will then need a piston matched to this.

However, this is not always true, and really applies to new or nearly new cylinder as if your cylinder is worn then there's a good chance than on 'oversize' piston will be in order.

Speak to Andy and see if he's got anything handy.

**Mon Oct 31, 2005 12:53 pm » Post: #7 » Download Post**

Thanks Matt.

Andy's already replied, i'm just waiting on my mate to let me know what's stamped on the cylinder.

The cylinder is being welded, re-machined & Nicosil replated, so i guess standard size will be required.
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**Mon Oct 31, 2005 12:59 pm » Post: #8 » Download Post**

Skooter wrote:The cylinder is being welded, re-machined & Nicosil replated, so i guess standard size will be required.

Who's doing the repair work for the cylinder?
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**Mon Oct 31, 2005 1:45 pm » Post: #9 » Download Post**

He did tell me but i can't remember. Rolling Eyes

Apparently there's a couple of places fairly localish that most people/dealers around here use. He did try contacting Stan Stephens a number of times, but without joy.

Who do people on here usually use?
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**Mon Oct 31, 2005 2:03 pm » Post: #10 » Download Post**

I've used Langcourt's a couple of times. Others go through Apex leisure, who use a third party. Be interesting to know...
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**Mon Oct 31, 2005 2:19 pm » Post: #11 » Download Post**

Langcourt. That name rings a bell.

I just popped around to see him, but he was out. When i find out i'll let you know.

I see you're quite close to me. I live in Frome, but currently at work in Chippenham. Very Happy

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**Mon Oct 31, 2005 2:48 pm » Post: #12 » Download Post**

Could be worse, could be from Calne!

There's another wilts resident on the board too. Maybe we should have a mini meet?
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**Mon Oct 31, 2005 3:31 pm » Post: #13 » Download Post**

Dave Ett wrote:Could be worse, could be from Calne!

Dave Ett wrote:There's another wilts resident on the board too. Maybe we should have a mini meet?

Sounds good Cool

My 18 won't be on the road for at least another few weeks, but always nice to know a few local people that share the interests & maybe a bit of knowledge Smile

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**Mon Oct 31, 2005 4:17 pm » Post: #14 » Download Post**

Mine will be off the road until Spring I think! It's in lots of bits and I'm too damn busy to rebuild it now that winter is here...

We could always sit and look at it I guess... Rolling Eyes

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**Mon Oct 31, 2005 4:24 pm » Post: #15 » Download Post**

I use someone called DPS in keighley. They do alot of MX stuff and were quite happy to do the NSR's.
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