Description: How to Restore Classic Largeframe Vespa Scooters by Mark Paxton Estimated delivery 4-14 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description This book investigates Vespa restoration in detail. The author strips and rebuilds largeframe models in his workshop, outlining common problems and how to address them. Aimed at the do-it-yourself enthusiast and featuring almost 900 photographs, it is an essential step-by step-guide to the complete renovation of your beloved largeframe scooter. Publisher Description The 2-stroke Vespa is a style icon - an undoubted classic, and an immediately recognised 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 colour photographs, this practical book guides the DIY enthusiast through all the stages of restoring a classic largeframe 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. The largeframe engines are covered in detail, giving the reader confidence to carry out their own repairs to a high standard - 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. Altogether an essential reference for all Vespa enthusiasts. Author Biography Mark Paxton has owned, repaired and restored classic vehicles for more than 25 years and written extensively about the process in both car and motorcycle magazines, and several books. A long time admirer of classic Vespas as much for their intelligent engineering as their undoubted style, he has managed to satisfy his addiction to the aroma of burnt two stroke oil through the ownership of several of Piaggios finest which have been ridden on a daily basis as well as on extended European tours. Marks other books include: How to Restore Classic Smallframe Vespa Scooters, How to Restore Volkswagen Buses, and Essential Buyers Guides for Vespa 2-strokes, Minis, Ford Capris and Citroen 2CVs, all published with Veloce. Details ISBN 1787110281 ISBN-13 9781787110281 Title How to Restore Classic Largeframe Vespa Scooters Author Mark Paxton Format Paperback Year 2016 Pages 160 Edition 2nd Publisher David & Charles GE_Item_ID:100830186; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys
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Location: Calgary, Alberta
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Restocking Fee: No
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ISBN-13: 9781787110281
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Book Title: How to Restore Classic Largeframe Vespa Scooters : Rotary Valve 2-Strokes 1959 to 2008 - YOUR Illustrated Guide to Body and Mechanical Restoration
Number of Pages: 160 Pages
Language: English
Publisher: Veloce Publishing The Limited
Topic: Motorcycles / Repair & Maintenance, Motorcycles / General
Publication Year: 2016
Item Height: 0.5 in
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: Transportation
Item Weight: 15.4 Oz
Item Length: 10.5 in
Author: Mark Paxton
Item Width: 8.2 in
Book Series: Enthusiast's Restoration Manual Ser.
Format: Trade Paperback
