Project CB750 KO - A Quest For A Classic - Page 5

Simpson · 03-13-2009, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by McCrimmon

Sunday I should be available anytime unless Amy has something in mind I don't know about

When you type it like that, reminds me of Laurin and myself.

McCrimmon · 03-13-2009, 11:54 AM

I hear ya. Never know sometimes. We gotta make sure and keep the girlies happy

Simpson · 03-14-2009, 04:13 PM

SV650s · 03-14-2009, 04:22 PM

How did the fitment go, no scratched frame?

Simpson · 03-14-2009, 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by MisterMike

How did the fitment go, no scratched frame?

Not so good Mike. It was a struggle. But I found, if I tightened the bolt hangers in a specific order, it was do-able.

Secured the the two closest bolt hangers with a threaded rod before cutting the down tube, but the darn tube wondered every which direct it wasn't being held in place. I crapping my pants last night when first trying to tighten it up.

But seem solid and straight now.

**HondaJim** · 03-14-2009, 05:11 PM

That thing looks sweet just setting on the jack.

McCrimmon · 03-14-2009, 06:03 PM

looks very good jer. should've let me help you get the engine in. great job non the less

Simpson · 03-15-2009, 08:25 AM

Going smooth today, Sunday Jazz on the radio, moving steady.

Pacojerte · 03-15-2009, 08:27 AM

**HondaJim** · 03-15-2009, 08:50 AM

Looking good.Try some rock. You'll end up with a bobbed out cafe racer and open headers.

SV650s · 03-15-2009, 11:06 AM

Did you replace the (2) O-rings (7.2X2.2) 91304-028-000 on the feed and return oil lines?

Simpson · 03-15-2009, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by MisterMike

Did you replace the (2) O-rings (7.2X2.2) 91304-028-000 on the feed and return oil lines?

nope...

Simpson · 03-15-2009, 02:13 PM

Getting tired. Done for the day...

SV650s · 03-15-2009, 02:40 PM

Honda color code wiring on your 39 year old CB750 is the same as a new Honda. Call it a day.

Simpson · 03-15-2009, 02:41 PM

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Originally Posted by MisterMike

Honda color code wiring on your 39 year old CB750 is the same as a new Honda. Call it a day.

I need a beer!

McCrimmon · 03-15-2009, 03:34 PM

Damnit man...Why didn't you ring me this afternoon...I was right around the corner from your place

...That is looking very good Jer...

**marylandmike** · 03-15-2009, 03:36 PM

Looks awesome. Nice work, now go have yourself a frosty Cherry Wheat brew.

Simpson · 03-19-2009, 09:59 AM

Carbs have been dipped, scrubbed, adjusted and installed.

Still waiting on some polished and chrome parts to be finished.

2ohno · 03-19-2009, 10:02 AM

WOW !!!! Looking awesome !

SV650s · 03-19-2009, 10:06 AM

What sort of condition were the rubber intakes? They get brittle with age and you end up with vacuum leaks.

Simpson · 03-19-2009, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by MisterMike

What sort of condition were the rubber intakes? They get brittle with age and you end up with vacuum leaks.

Great question! They are brand new.

SV650s · 03-19-2009, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Simpson

Great question! They are brand new.

Excellent... good for another 30+ years

McCrimmon · 03-19-2009, 11:47 AM

Making great progress Jer...Even more since I saw it yesterday...Bet she'll be up and ready to roll by next weekend

mylifeon2wheels · 03-19-2009, 07:27 PM

Talk about a labor of love.......awesome restoration. In 1970 I bought a new red CB750 for $1,295 OTD.Good to see a beautiful classic brought back to life. Keep the pics coming.

Simpson · 03-21-2009, 07:10 AM

Moving ahead a bit. Electrical all in place and working now. Missing parts of forks and engine cover still out for polishing. The shop I've got working on it sucks. Parts for chrome in California for processing.

Pacojerte · 03-21-2009, 08:53 AM

it looks really good...

scgstuff · 03-21-2009, 09:05 AM

Don't believe Barton....looks HORRIBLE! After you finish buttoning up, I will suffer through coming up their and taking it off your hands so you don't have to look at it....

The horror!!!!

All kidding aside, that looks wonderful! You are being meticulous while rebuilding it. Was the headlight shroud color matched like that on the original? If you do decide you don't want to keep it, I betca it would be worth some major $$$, watching the sorry examples on flea-bay selling for a premium.

Great work!

Shawn

SV650s · 03-21-2009, 09:32 AM

Mitch's new magazine Motorcycle Retro should be very interested in your CB750 project. You have a good bit of documentation(photos) for a interesting article.

Shoot Mitch a email, hey... yah never know.
mitch@motorcycleretro.com

Mitch Boehm
Editor/Publisher
Motorcycle Retro
PO Box 202
Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274

McCrimmon · 03-21-2009, 10:11 AM

Looks real good Jer...Your just missing the ummmmm...you know...wheels

j/k...Very nice work as usual

SV650s · 03-21-2009, 01:08 PM

Simpson: What happened with the Kreem?

Simpson · 03-21-2009, 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by MisterMike

Simpson: What happened with the Kreem?

Thought it was dry in the tank and mounted back on the bike. Some oozed out on the down tube. How do I get this stuff off without killing my powder coat?

SV650s · 03-21-2009, 02:19 PM

Acetone or methyl ethyl ketone(MEK). Test it on a obscure out of the way area. Not sure if it will react with the powder coating.

Simpson · 03-21-2009, 03:26 PM

carb cleaner worked on other parts but that eats up powder coat...

McCrimmon · 03-21-2009, 08:08 PM

This may seem silly but what about something like Goo Gone? That stuff works wonders and hasen't hurt anything I've ever put it on...May be worth a shot Jer

Simpson · 03-22-2009, 02:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by McCrimmon

Looks real good Jer...Your just missing the ummmmm...you know...wheels

j/k...Very nice work as usual

How about one wheel?

SV650s · 03-22-2009, 05:05 PM

In theory it was a good idea. In reality this device never worked reliably.
My recommendation: Turn the oiler off by rotating the slotted shaft CW. If oil continues to be fling onto the chain/rear wheel, make a aluminum plug, remove the oiler assembly and press fit the plug into the end of the shaft.

McCrimmon · 03-22-2009, 05:46 PM

Looks real good Jer...Hope your last parts come back from Cali soon...This is gonna be a sweet ride

Simpson · 03-22-2009, 08:19 PM

It seems the previous owners might have plugged it up.

Simpson · 03-22-2009, 08:21 PM

While you were zooming in on my picture, did you see my key chain?

Simpson · 03-22-2009, 08:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MisterMike

In theory it was a good idea. In reality this device never worked reliably.
My recommendation: Turn the oiler off by rotating the slotted shaft CW. If oil continues to be fling onto the chain/rear wheel, make a aluminum plug, remove the oiler assembly and press fit the plug into the end of the shaft.

I was just going to plug it anyway, just seems to make a mess everywhere. The good thing though, the oil coating on the left side of the bike helped preserve the aluiminum areas like the sprocket and hub assembly.

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