As a last resort you can use a large hole saw to remove the top of the piston then a reciprocating saw to cut through the gudgeon pin.
Make sure the hole saws pilot drill doesn't hit the end of the con rod, once the top is off you often find they release.
Good luck
Andy

Rob My other passion is racing a CCM of which the 4 valve version eats it rockers after about 8 hours use. The guy (Mark Cook CCM Britain) I get all my CCM spares from has just finish re manufacturing and re designing a supply of rockers for the 4 valve engine and the workmanship is first class. I k...

Wanted rear mudguard stay for a 1946 rigid VH
The one I am after is the stay that bolts to the hinged part of the rear mudguard with no lifting handle if anyone can help.
Cheers Andy

Its been a while since I have reported on here mainly because I have had faultless running from my Ariel. When I say faultless it has always been a bit Smokey but never caused me any problems so I chose to ignore it. Unfortunately while on a run to Goathland this weekend she let me down ,the symptom...

Now sorted
Thanks Andy

Vinent I was amazed at what it sold for. I have aleady bought a new kickstart + headlight, numberplate and tail light.

Andy

Vincxent my exhaust runs under the gearbox and so i dont need a cranked kickstart I have just sold the folding kickstart which had too much crank. Do you want to sell the chrome one or do a deal with fishtail. If we can do a deal i will stop the ebay auction straight away. I have managed to borrow a...

Wanted kickstart for 1946 rigid single, cp gearbox
with good chrome if possible
Cheers Andy

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I have a few probs with rear mudguard but nothing i can't sort.
Andy

Nev I like the idea of a new length of tube and reft the ends. Must admit i am little disapointed after paying £130 exchange and they dont do the job. There was no mention of pushrod altering when i phoned the order through as I could have had the job done localy (built up with stelite) but thought ...