It can be, the last couple of times I had to put it back on, I was getting wound up, when suddenly it popped on! You're making good progress.hazchem wrote: That universal joint circlip is no fun!!!
Australian, 79 custom - Redback
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- chewy999
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Re: New member new project, 79 custom
Previous Rides,
1980 CB250N Good to learn on
1981 CX500 good mid range tourer, went to Austria on it!
1983 GL1100C Pride and joy, sold when I bought my 1st house, big mistake
1985 GL650 Silverwing another mistake, horrible bike
1986 CBX550 Good commuter
1989 Suzuki GS750 (1976) cheap and cheerful until a dog ran out in front of me on Xmas Eve, 1991
Current bikes
2010 CB1300 back on a bike after 19 years, two divorces, children grown up etc
1980 GL1100 NOW ON THE ROAD, still use CB1300.
1980 CB250N Good to learn on
1981 CX500 good mid range tourer, went to Austria on it!
1983 GL1100C Pride and joy, sold when I bought my 1st house, big mistake
1985 GL650 Silverwing another mistake, horrible bike
1986 CBX550 Good commuter
1989 Suzuki GS750 (1976) cheap and cheerful until a dog ran out in front of me on Xmas Eve, 1991
Current bikes
2010 CB1300 back on a bike after 19 years, two divorces, children grown up etc
1980 GL1100 NOW ON THE ROAD, still use CB1300.
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Re: New member new project, 79 custom
Thanks Buli
Why put off till tomorrow what you can screw up today?
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2001 Honda NSR150SP
1985 Yamaha Phazer FZ250
2003 Honda CBR600RR
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Re: New member new project, 79 custom
Tell me about it Chewy, took almost half a day to get one circlip on, but only 4 scraped knuckles, so I think I came out ahead.
I have also acquired a GSXR-750 triple clamp top and bottom and the appropriate bearings. (my original front end was knackered and subsequently disposed of).
I found the suggestion in one f the forums here. Can anyone think of any MAJOR reason why this would be a bad idea?
It should be noted that budget is of concern and the condition of the parts when I got this bike meant that a frankenstein was inevitable.
I have also acquired a GSXR-750 triple clamp top and bottom and the appropriate bearings. (my original front end was knackered and subsequently disposed of).
I found the suggestion in one f the forums here. Can anyone think of any MAJOR reason why this would be a bad idea?
It should be noted that budget is of concern and the condition of the parts when I got this bike meant that a frankenstein was inevitable.
Why put off till tomorrow what you can screw up today?
Previous Rides
2001 Honda NSR150SP
1985 Yamaha Phazer FZ250
2003 Honda CBR600RR
2009 Kawasaki Z1000
Current Rides
2009 MV Agusta Brutale 1078RR
The Future
1979 Honda GL1000
Previous Rides
2001 Honda NSR150SP
1985 Yamaha Phazer FZ250
2003 Honda CBR600RR
2009 Kawasaki Z1000
Current Rides
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The Future
1979 Honda GL1000
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Re: New member new project, 79 custom
OK guys, keeping you all in the loop.
I am proud to report the engine did turn over and self fired but its a relief to hear all pistons fire.
I have gotten the rear suspension and fuel tank revamped and installed.
Additionally have test mounted the GSXR1300 triple clamps and forks.
Hitting the excitement of seeing a light at the end of the tunnel...
Have sent the Randaak Weber manifolds and wheels for powder coating and am prepping to work on the rear brakes next.
Photos for your enjoyment:
I am proud to report the engine did turn over and self fired but its a relief to hear all pistons fire.
I have gotten the rear suspension and fuel tank revamped and installed.
Additionally have test mounted the GSXR1300 triple clamps and forks.
Hitting the excitement of seeing a light at the end of the tunnel...
Have sent the Randaak Weber manifolds and wheels for powder coating and am prepping to work on the rear brakes next.
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Why put off till tomorrow what you can screw up today?
Previous Rides
2001 Honda NSR150SP
1985 Yamaha Phazer FZ250
2003 Honda CBR600RR
2009 Kawasaki Z1000
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2009 MV Agusta Brutale 1078RR
The Future
1979 Honda GL1000
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2001 Honda NSR150SP
1985 Yamaha Phazer FZ250
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2009 Kawasaki Z1000
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2009 MV Agusta Brutale 1078RR
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Re: Australian, 79 custom - Redback
You may have seen a recent post on manifolds not being quite right fitting. If you didn't test fit them before sending them to powder coating, it would maybe be wise to see if you still can. It looks like they may need a tweak between the cheek and gums and after powder coating. They may flake off...???
Whatever I suggest here should be given ample time for a moderator to delicately correct. I apologize in advance.
77 WING, 1200 engine with 77 heads, cams, gl1100 foot pegs, Magna V65 front end, 764A carbs, [-gone Suzuki M109 monoshock--, replaced with gl1100 shocks] gl 1200 swing arm, gl1500 final drive, wheel and rear brakes Valkyrie seat, Meanstreak tank, Sportster pipes, Power Arc ignition off crank.
77 Wing. black
83 Wing, in pieces
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77 WING, 1200 engine with 77 heads, cams, gl1100 foot pegs, Magna V65 front end, 764A carbs, [-gone Suzuki M109 monoshock--, replaced with gl1100 shocks] gl 1200 swing arm, gl1500 final drive, wheel and rear brakes Valkyrie seat, Meanstreak tank, Sportster pipes, Power Arc ignition off crank.
77 Wing. black
83 Wing, in pieces
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Re: Australian, 79 custom - Redback
Good progress. Nice work.
Bikes at present:
83 XL 600r with a 2004 XR650L engine
And a slightly worse for the wear BMW GS adventure bike awaiting repair
83 GL in process
83 XL 600r with a 2004 XR650L engine
And a slightly worse for the wear BMW GS adventure bike awaiting repair
83 GL in process
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Re: Australian, 79 custom - Redback
When you installed the circlip was your swing arm connected to the shocks? It is much easier to do if it is at the lowest point of its potential which only occurs before the shocks are attached. Installing it before the fuel tank also give you more room to work. I had installed and removed them several times before I realized this.
Bikes at present:
83 XL 600r with a 2004 XR650L engine
And a slightly worse for the wear BMW GS adventure bike awaiting repair
83 GL in process
83 XL 600r with a 2004 XR650L engine
And a slightly worse for the wear BMW GS adventure bike awaiting repair
83 GL in process
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Re: Australian, 79 custom - Redback
ericheath wrote:You may have seen a recent post on manifolds not being quite right fitting. If you didn't test fit them before sending them to powder coating, it would maybe be wise to see if you still can. It looks like they may need a tweak between the cheek and gums and after powder coating. They may flake off...???
Thanks mate, the manifolds had fit on a pre painting test fitment. So here's hoping.
Why put off till tomorrow what you can screw up today?
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2001 Honda NSR150SP
1985 Yamaha Phazer FZ250
2003 Honda CBR600RR
2009 Kawasaki Z1000
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1979 Honda GL1000
Previous Rides
2001 Honda NSR150SP
1985 Yamaha Phazer FZ250
2003 Honda CBR600RR
2009 Kawasaki Z1000
Current Rides
2009 MV Agusta Brutale 1078RR
The Future
1979 Honda GL1000
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Re: Australian, 79 custom - Redback
Thanks Easter, slow and steady.Easter wrote:Good progress. Nice work.
With regard the circlip, I did in fact do it before mounting the springs. Which is scary to think that as hard as it was to get on, that was the easiest way...
Why put off till tomorrow what you can screw up today?
Previous Rides
2001 Honda NSR150SP
1985 Yamaha Phazer FZ250
2003 Honda CBR600RR
2009 Kawasaki Z1000
Current Rides
2009 MV Agusta Brutale 1078RR
The Future
1979 Honda GL1000
Previous Rides
2001 Honda NSR150SP
1985 Yamaha Phazer FZ250
2003 Honda CBR600RR
2009 Kawasaki Z1000
Current Rides
2009 MV Agusta Brutale 1078RR
The Future
1979 Honda GL1000
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Re: Australian, 79 custom - Redback
No major updates as yet, the front wheel has been sent to fabricators to get the Hayabusa front end to fit the comstars.
I have put the webers on hold temporarily as they require a ton load of work to make the fitments, I just want to get it on the road for now so have installed the original carbs.
I have started painting and fitting the covers etc.
Have decided to go with a GPS speedometer to relieve the need for a speedo cable custom mount with the changed front end.
Lots of little bits for the time being.
I have put the webers on hold temporarily as they require a ton load of work to make the fitments, I just want to get it on the road for now so have installed the original carbs.
I have started painting and fitting the covers etc.
Have decided to go with a GPS speedometer to relieve the need for a speedo cable custom mount with the changed front end.
Lots of little bits for the time being.
Why put off till tomorrow what you can screw up today?
Previous Rides
2001 Honda NSR150SP
1985 Yamaha Phazer FZ250
2003 Honda CBR600RR
2009 Kawasaki Z1000
Current Rides
2009 MV Agusta Brutale 1078RR
The Future
1979 Honda GL1000
Previous Rides
2001 Honda NSR150SP
1985 Yamaha Phazer FZ250
2003 Honda CBR600RR
2009 Kawasaki Z1000
Current Rides
2009 MV Agusta Brutale 1078RR
The Future
1979 Honda GL1000
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Re: Australian, 79 custom - Redback
Why put off till tomorrow what you can screw up today?
Previous Rides
2001 Honda NSR150SP
1985 Yamaha Phazer FZ250
2003 Honda CBR600RR
2009 Kawasaki Z1000
Current Rides
2009 MV Agusta Brutale 1078RR
The Future
1979 Honda GL1000
Previous Rides
2001 Honda NSR150SP
1985 Yamaha Phazer FZ250
2003 Honda CBR600RR
2009 Kawasaki Z1000
Current Rides
2009 MV Agusta Brutale 1078RR
The Future
1979 Honda GL1000
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Re: Australian, 79 custom - Redback
Looking good. It's the little bits that eat up the time isnt it?
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1980 County Road Hauler "Brain Damage"
1978 Cafe Custom Gl1000 "Vyper"
1977 Bulldog Inspired "Vaincre"
1981 Street Fighter GL1100 "No Quarter"
1983 Supercharged Street Drag "Anubis" (in worx)
1983 gl1100 mint restoration "Kristen"
1985 Aspencade..pondering.
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Re: Australian, 79 custom - Redback
Love the color details. Can you tell us what you had to do to get that front end on there?
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Re: Australian, 79 custom - Redback
Yes, was the triple clamp modified in any way?
Bikes at present:
83 XL 600r with a 2004 XR650L engine
And a slightly worse for the wear BMW GS adventure bike awaiting repair
83 GL in process
83 XL 600r with a 2004 XR650L engine
And a slightly worse for the wear BMW GS adventure bike awaiting repair
83 GL in process
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