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Post by brandon667 on Jan 1, 2016 11:53:20 GMT -5
Have a taotao thunder 139 qmp.. And gonna get rebuild kit off ebay but cant find anybody to rebuild in winston salem nc.... Called everybody!!! Somebody give me the right link for the rebuild kit on ebay or amazon... Cheapest... And help me research somewhere in my area to get it rebuilt... Thank yall!! I dont know if its the secret 60cc or what ever....
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Post by floridagull on Jan 1, 2016 13:06:40 GMT -5
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Post by rockynv on Jan 1, 2016 14:44:28 GMT -5
Brandon - Paying someone to rebuild it for you could end up costing you more than the purchase price of a new one. Scooter Madness has that model for $779.99 so if yours runs at all it may be cheaper to sell it on Craigs List and purchase a new one. www.scootermadness.com/taotao-thunder-50-gas-scooter/Your local Craigs List may also have local mechanics who work on Chinese Scooters locally. The cheapest rebuild supplies may not be worth the cost of shipping or the labor to install them so caution is advised on going with the cheapest available parts. Parts for Scooters will get you about the best parts available for your money spent. How many miles on the bike and what makes you believe it needs rebuilding? |
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Post by brandon667 on Jan 1, 2016 14:50:39 GMT -5
I like the parts link but ive tried all the numbers they wont rebuild it....
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Post by brandon667 on Jan 1, 2016 14:53:23 GMT -5
I cant fix it myself noooo wayyy. Have no idea or tools.. Its burning about 1/3 of the dipstick in oil.. Smokes at warm up often.. Has a loud clicking at idle.. And a rebuild would fix all this... Just cant do it it would be in parts on my floor...
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Post by cyborg on Jan 1, 2016 15:41:20 GMT -5
Just buy a new engine ,,,,easy to change,,, my grandmother can do it and she's been dead for 30 years,,even to a total rookie it should only take 4-5 hours,,,,,just a thought
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Post by nulldevice on Jan 1, 2016 15:49:56 GMT -5
Not knowing what the loud clicking sound it could involve much more that just a cylinder rebuild kit. I agree with rocknv, it would most likely be cheaper to buy a new scooter, especially since what you have still runs. You could sell it to help pay for the new scooter.
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Post by oldchopperguy on Jan 1, 2016 20:15:25 GMT -5
Brandon667,
I've been riding and building (back "in the day") big bikes for more than a half-century. Building/rebuilding a multi-thousand-dollar motorcycle makes sense (most of the time... LOL!) at least it USED to... but with Chinese scooters, it's often more expedient to replace, rather than rebuild. Check out that BEAUTIFUL ride in Floridagull's avatar. He got it used, in great shape for a VERY low price. Even new scoots are usually pretty affordable, ESPECIALLY in the WINTER! I've seen brand-new 1,2 and even 3-year-old scoots go for "giveaway" prices from dealers needing floor space. You could also recoup much of the purchase price by selling your old one for parts... Riders are always looking for frames, plastics, wheels, brakes etc. If you REALLY want to keep your original ride, purchasing a new engine/CVT unit would probably be the best and most economical option, at least, if you are willing to do the swap yourself and save the labor.If you're not comfortable with doing the swap yourself, I'd strongly agree with trying to get either a budget-priced NEW ride, OR, find a good, clean used one that has not been abused. Chinese scooters do not have great resale value, and THAT works all in your favor when BUYING one...
 I would think you could find a new 50 to 150 for well under $1,000 or a good used one for around $500 to $800 (maybe even less this time of year) and sell your worn one for $150 to $350 to partially pay for the replacement. I've even seen used, high-quality Japanese, Taiwanese and Italian scooters in mint condition for low prices in the off-season. Rebuilding parts cost something, and paying a qualified technician to do the work is likely to end up costing MORE than what you might pay for a very nice 50 to 150 (even a 250 if you scrounge...).Back in the 1960's, we'd rebuild a Harley or Brit bike, but today, even with a Harley, Honda or other big motorcycle, I think I'd lean toward selling the worn one, and replacing rather than fixing. Just my thoughts, but THOUSANDS of folks are riding 2-wheels these days, and there are real bargains out there that just weren't around when I was younger. You might want to check out the possibilities for replacement before spending money on rebuilding. Best wishes to you whatever route you go... And, there are plenty of members here to help out and give advice if you need it... Ride safe!Leo in Texas
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Post by rockynv on Jan 2, 2016 7:00:54 GMT -5
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Post by JR on Jan 2, 2016 11:31:34 GMT -5
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