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Replacing a broken throttle cable
Replacing a broken speedometer cable
Upgrading the headlight
Upgrading the stock exhaust
Rebuilding the carburettor
Fitting Hella bar end indicators
Wiring in bar end indicators
The Full Monty! A Complete Vespa smallframe engine strip down and rebuild, comprising:
1. Removing the engine from the frame
2. Removing the cylinder
3. Removing the clutch
4. Removing the Flywheel and Stator
5. Splitting the cases
6. Removing the Crank
7. Removing the gears
8. Removing the gearshift assembly and rear axle
9. Replacing the shift-dog
10. Replacing Seals
11. Re-assembling the engine
12. Installing a Polini 130cc Cylinder kit
13. Rebuilding the clutch
14. Setting the ignition timing
15. Final reassembly in the frame.

The official Piaggio Service Station Manual for Vespa Smallframes