Engine Compression Plates

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Duncan
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Certainty on many models of Rudges "Compression" plates were fitted as standard, these could be removed in the pursuit of more speed and power.
Rudge Compression Plate 1929 Parts List.PNG
I thought divers would be more interested in decompression.
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GOLDSTAR wrote:tommy rot! if one is not fitted then the compression is as per manufacturers figures when you fit a decompression plate you do exactly that lower the compression ratio therefore you decompress it. kind regardst
So, what is your explanation for the universal use of the name "Compression Plate", Richard???
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much incorrect terminology is now used in the English language, in particular by the BBC who at one time were sticklers for correct and concise English but no longer, anyway you are correct it is of no consequence really and I'm bored with the topic :rofl: !
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oh come on guys I was just going to get the popcorn sorted and settle into a comfy seat! Talking of popcorn, what would the compression need to be in sealed cylinder to prevent popcorn popping in it when heated?
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Yeah...yeah...and anyway ..what's all this condenser guff??
It's a flipping capacitor!!! :shock:
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No no no..........

On our old bikes definitely condensers and they use accumulators with globes in the lights.

I heard it on the wireless ;)

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Whilst we're on the subject........


Handlebar? (There's only one bar).

Handlebars ? (Two piece ones are clip-ons).

Handlesbar? (One bar with two handles).
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Hi Spridders seasonal greetings etc, personally I don't really care how many bars there are so long as there is plenty of BEER! er gonna find one in a minute poets day doncha know? kindest regards :beer:
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And why are dampers called shock absorbers when the springs do all the absorbing? :?

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Why do we call them telescopic forks when you can't see anything through them ?
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