'The Headset Update' | Vespa Restoration - Episode Four

[@danielsellers8538]

Another hands on video continuing with the Vespa during lockdown if only we all had workshop facilities like that

[@grantsutherland7943]

Really enjoying watching you reviving this old 150 Super.

[@billdouglas1721]

I can't begin to tell you how much I admire your determination and hard work to maintain the historical authenticity of the Vespa. Most KZbin "restorers" take the quickest, easiest, and shiniest approach to a project, but you're attempting something much harder: putting the Vespa in top condition mechanically while maintaining the integrity of its vintage appearance. Very nice work. I commend you for your work ethic and for the quality of your restoration.

[@sadgit66]

I like the way the paint looks.

[@simonfairweather4184]

Hello Dom, Looking good, can tell you made the right choice with the paintwork from the grin on your face! Cheers Simon

[@DominicChineas]

It was such a good moment seeing it all come back together, I cant wait to finish it!

[@sjallen272]

Really enjoying these videos, Dom!

[@DominicChineas]

Thats great to hear, thank you for watching along.

[@Type_40_TT]

So pleased you are on KZbin!! Loving the videos. Thanks

[@DominicChineas]

Thank you for the comment, spread the word! haha

[@deanmachell7814]

So good to see you have a KZbin channel. I spent lockdown watching The Repair Shop and rebuilding my own Vespa. Cant wait to watch your future episodes. 👍

[@moonstarer55]

Watched the previous episodes and fully intend to watch the remainder plus all other videos. That’s the problem with something that grabs my interest, it seems to be half way thru a project so it’s a task to see previous ones. Loving this KZbin channel Dom. Well done mate.

[@lightwarriortarot8648]

Superb, headset looks awesome, really coming together now!

[@DominicChineas]

Thanks, its looking better now! really not long to go..

[@stevenprouse7379]

You have the paint work looking about spot on and it nice to see an expert happy to say he has to occasionally RTFM to fix something

[@loridavis71]

Looks good, Dom! I like how excited you are about keeping the paint work to a minimum. That means it's the right decision, in my book!

[@leemondski]

Great Videos Dom, I'm enjoying watching them in Spain.

[@DominicChineas]

Thats amazing! thank you for watching!

[@MrAlan0151]

nice to watch, and learn.

[@Craigyingermany]

Great video..... Just started to follow you and looking forward to more projects

[@DominicChineas]

Welcome aboard!

[@welshrambler1893]

Well done Dom, good to see it coming together. Regards Keith

[@DominicChineas]

Its really nice to have everyone following along definitely keeps me motivated

[@janeginever7480]

It’s great watching this restoration, I’m always eager to see the next instalment. Well done Dom’s Dad on the camerawork!

[@DeanoDetects]

Hey Dom. 👋🏻😃 The headset is looking great and I think you made the right decision in not fully repainting it. What’s next I wonder??? Maybe get the engine in?? Whatever it is, I’m looking forward it. Top job so far buddy. Thanks for sharing. Take care and stay safe. 🛵💨 🇬🇧 Deano. 😃👍🏻

[@zacbeech7960]

If want the orginal look for the levers I always cut the balls of the end and shape the ends . Gives a much earlier look

[@bertoltb1358]

Off to a good start on KZbin Dom, keep up the great content. Looking forward to seeing your projects progression.

[@DominicChineas]

Thank you, I appreciate the comment. The vespa will be finished soon!

[@nickmassey9104]

Keep up the great work Dom .look forward to every update

[@brettfredricks2297]

Great watch mate👌

[@DominicChineas]

Thanks 👍 you’ve got right back to the start! I hope you will catch up with the more recent videos?!

[@richardwhatton1249]

She looks great Dom, well done and I love that patination, look forward to seeing more. Kind regards, Richard.

[@BaRrYmOLD]

Much better looking keeping it like it's used.

[@timcooke2538]

Loved watching the bike journey! Keep making those videos Dom.

[@nhayler76]

Keep up the good work. Loving the content.

[@DominicChineas]

Thank you!

[@mattgesualdi9163]

Good choice on the finish of the headset. Looks authentic.

[@mopar4656]

A mate of mine rode a rat 150 Vespa in NZ in the early '70s. The clutch would sometimes slip; sometimes grab, when taking off. Falling off in the middle of a wheelstand was a regular occurrence!

[@sarahbradbeer7982]

We're really enjoying your videos Dom. Great work 👍.

[@cebsny]

Fabulous what a Saturday treat,.. Dom can you do an episode down the road, how you got into renovations from is it graphic artist, did that journey come easily ,etc?

[@grahamwarren6578]

Another great video. Looking forward to seeing the Vespa come to life. Will you do the same for the Land Rover restoration? I could watch this for hours. It's always fascinating to see stuff being brought back to life. One of my passions is Antique Clocks ( I've got nearly 30) and I'm always in awe of the Clockmaker I use and the work that he does.

[@DominicChineas]

Yes the land rover is up next.. I just need to finish the vespa first!

[@snooziesuzi]

Really enjoyed that video, can’t wait for the next instalment! Your really enjoying this journey and taking all your fans with you? 🎉

[@daz41262010]

cool to see this restoration dom thanks for posting also started watching late but i would be inclined to spray the yellow like the tank i will see what you chose to do :)

[@bruceabe3139]

Love it!

[@tubbytours1475]

your gonna have fun cabling that headset up

[@manfromthepru]

Hi Dom Loving the new channel. I have two questions; What is the working temperature in your workshop? Why did you choose the Vespa as a project?

[@DominicChineas]

Absolutely freezing at the time if year! I have no heating, and on real sun gets in, so quite often its colder than outside

[@trevorlee8509]

Hi mate I've been a scooter restorer for 30 years now and I'd like to say great job! Couple of questions did you grease your brake pivot pin? It really helps down the line if it needs to come out again. And did you use any kind of adhesive on your grips? A little squirt of spray paint or lacquer helps them slide on then stick in place! Awesome Job...

[@zacbeech7960]

I did think the same , most likely be pulling those levers and gear throttle tubes back out when wiring and put cables in

[@DominicChineas]

Thanks for the message, Yes absolutely everythings been greased, I totally expect to be taking it all apart many more times! I do always try to think of the next person that may be working on it, and making it easier for them than it was for me!!

[@MEdGrant]

Re: painting the headset…one man’s corrosion is another man’s character.

[@MakerNZ]

Loving it from NZ. who did you get your parts from, am rebuilding my 1970 150 super (2nd time). cheers Mark

[@anthonymason912]

piaggio logo on grips should be facing up i think, its your scooter if you like original paint look its up to you, certainly fashionable to keep ratty look at moment, older scooter are simple to work on and easy to fix, if you can find repo parts and they actually fit when you get them, so annoying when they dont. gotta a ratty yellow fan cover in shed might fit?

[@AaronWahab]

All the episodes os far have been fantastic! Are you aiming to continue daily uploads or is this just for now? Either way keep up the great work

[@DominicChineas]

Not every day, but just as often as I can at the moment.. Thank you for following along

[@AaronWahab]

​@@DominicChineas Looking forward to it!

[@garycumningham169]

only had a couple of points cant understand why you put grease inside the handle bar tube . and i know you are going to have to remove the lavers when you fit the new clutch and front brake cables other than that glad your enjoying the build

[@daftbil]

Did you have to change the steering lock Dom? Any video of how you got the old one out?

[@DominicChineas]

Yes I did, I dont have any keys for it, I put videos on my instagram stories, Basically I just drilled it out and jammed a screw driver in there haha!

[@daftbil]

@@DominicChineas ah - great stuff - I’ll have a look at your Instagram. (I like what you’ve done with the headstock)

[@hpevans9041]

Hello Dom, really enjoying the videos, just subscribed so bingeing my way through them. One question, how did you re-black the fixings/parts for the headset? Thanks, keep up the great content 😀

[@DominicChineas]

Black oxide gel you can get it from various places, try caswell

[@hpevans9041]

Thanks Dom, looking fwd to seeing future projects. Have you ever seen a Kennedy Hexacut saw, you’d love it

[@stickfigure9662]

I recently inherited a 150. In your experience do think a complete color change hurts the value of vintage scooters??

[@DominicChineas]

Yes in my opinion embracing the original colour is definitely worth doing.. thanks for watching

[@lightwarriortarot8648]

P.S. Wendy and the ubiquitous rubber ring lol :)

[@DominicChineas]

Haha! the workshop yard is littered with them!

[@MH-bu7jy]

Dom if you make it look any older your have to put square wheels on it

[@danielsellers8538]

Coming together absolutely fantastically could you have afforded to all this with out income from to work

[@loveitorleave4421]

Is that a small frame vespa sprint veloce 150?

[@mwicks1968]

Question: what is the backing music, please?

[@snooziesuzi]

Yeah I’d like to know that too Mike!

[@DominicChineas]

@@snooziesuzi Dan is your man for that! I will try to find out, do you like it?

[@snooziesuzi]

@@DominicChineas its great 🎶🎸

[@snooziesuzi]

Can Dan make an appearance in your videos? Lovely to see Wendy 🐶 👋🏻

[@DominicChineas]

I keep trying... he isn’t having any of it... yet!

[@s3aham]

i would touch up the bare cast ali to prevent it getting any worse

[@tthhoommaass11223344]

whats the story with the defender dom? id love one be great for work but cant afford one :0

[@DominicChineas]

Its a job for a client, I would love to have one too!

[@JablesMullet]

You skipped the entire engine overhaul. Or did you skip the seals and bearings?

[@DominicChineas]

I didnt skip it! its all in there!

[@JablesMullet]

@@DominicChineas I didn't see it all on the yt videos. Maybe on your instagram stories... I'll have to check them out. Great job btw. I'm just the opposite, electrical is easy, body work I haven't a clue. Yet!

[@PhilR0gers]

I get the idea of keeping it original, but personally, in this case, I would have completely stripped the entire scooter and repainted it.

[@zacbeech7960]

Great to see you didn’t paint the headset looks good, just promise you won’t fit mirrors , spotlights and tiger skin seat cover !!!!

[@DominicChineas]

I promise I wont!! haha!

[@johncartwright8154]

As a Mod in 1965, anything less than two dozen mirrors, tank aerial with foxtail, windshield and spare tyre rack would be derisible. With that extra weight and drag my poor old Li175 could only reach about 30mph. But style and image was the thing! :)

[@thomaspollock4274]

There will always be at least least two camps divided on how to proceed with restoration. Go eith your heart and conserve a bit if history.

[@davidbates247]

You would have thought the parts would be from Italy

[@zacbeech7960]

Got helmet hook if you need one , see yours is bust

[@ianlogan8111]

I would like a large t shirt please Dom

[@kevinell6605]

Dont paint it ......it looks honest !

[@davidgoff5883]

You should have fully restored it! These half baked Rat jobs are trendy nonsense, it's not keeping it "honest" it's doing the vehicle a disservice!

[@DominicChineas]

Wow strong words! Have you watched the rest of the series? I think it looks good in the end?!