Author Topic: CB 500 Four (1972?) Full Restoration (Read 140536 times)

MickB · « **Reply #475 on:** November 26, 2014, 02:14:19 PM »

Thanks Cal, I haven't forgotten the exhaust gaskets.

I hope tomorrow to have the engine in the frame nad footpegas and wirin g loom installed.

MickB · « **Reply #476 on:** November 27, 2014, 01:29:54 AM »

Heli coils in without having to remove the head, taped and covered everything and as the tap went in had the vacuum cleaner working and it worked beautifully (this tip is from Ivan the ace mechanic). Alternator in and inlet manifolds on.

Oil plugs with new O rings in after paint.

What spark plugs and plug caps do I need as there are different degrees available?

Should I put the Carbies on now or when the engine is in the frame?

Does anyone have a photo of how the steering lock goes on and the seat lock with a plunger?

DH · « **Reply #477 on:** November 27, 2014, 04:41:19 PM »

seat lock and plunger

MickB · « **Reply #478 on:** November 27, 2014, 06:00:29 PM »

Thanks DH

Big step, engine in after a mate came and helped this morning. Hooray!

calj737 · « **Reply #479 on:** November 27, 2014, 07:34:40 PM »

Starting to look like a REAL motorcycle now!

MickB · « **Reply #480 on:** November 27, 2014, 07:35:53 PM »

You bet Cal, carbies on tomorrow I hope and then electrics. Except I can't find my oil stick or the seat hinge! I'll have to have a big clean up, which will cause much joy to my wife.

MickB · « **Reply #481 on:** November 27, 2014, 07:41:59 PM »

Cal which spark plug caps for cylinders 1 - 4? should I get 102° or 120°? What's better or is it just aesthetics?

Bootsey · « **Reply #482 on:** November 27, 2014, 10:11:32 PM »

Looking good Mick. Did you leave some bare metal contacting between the engine and frame to ensure a good earth?

MickB · « **Reply #483 on:** November 27, 2014, 10:15:41 PM »

No, I never even thought of it, I better do it right now.
Thanks Bootsey.

Bootsey · « **Reply #484 on:** November 27, 2014, 10:21:48 PM »

~~Hopefully someone else might confirm before you go hacking up your paint, but pretty sure it needs to be done. Hopefully I haven't given you a bum steer.~~

From SohRon's 550 Gospel.

One thing to mention about the above pic is something we've discussed before, but bears repeating: All of the frame mounts here have been sanded down to bare metal front and back, and the engine has been relieved of paint as well, so that a good ground connection exists between the frame and engine. All of the exposed metal has been coated with dielectric grease in an effort to cut down on corrosion at these connections.

MickB · « **Reply #485 on:** November 28, 2014, 02:12:15 PM »

I'd defer to SohRon's expertise after seeing that 7 year restoration.

I'm cutting of the paint this morning.

MickB · « **Reply #486 on:** November 28, 2014, 10:47:35 PM »

Made sure the engine's got a good earth, all engine mounts have metal to metal.

Exhaust doesn't fit properly, I'll have to grind the welds and get it to fit then reweld and rechrome.

Gauges, foot brake and kick start on.

A 40mm bolt fits does it go there as I can't see it on any drawing.

Couldn't resist sitting the tank and seat on, the straight bars are too short.

I don't want to rush it but I can see the end coming in about 2 months.

Valhad · « **Reply #487 on:** November 29, 2014, 08:38:06 PM »

Just beautiful work you're doing, Mick. And at an impressive pace, by my book. Thanks for letting us all in pictures.

Speaking of, did you ever get the pictures you were after to clarify the steering lock?

MickB · « **Reply #488 on:** December 12, 2014, 12:00:49 AM »

Just got the front and rear guards from the chromer.

You'll notice the chrome is slightly dull this is because it's got a film of oil over them. Ultimate Shine suggested to tip the guards upside down and pour oil into the rolled edges of the guards and all the brackets welded on the underside to ensure rust is minimised, all done.

Got new points and condensers, carby clamps, fuel line and clamps.

MoMo · « **Reply #489 on:** December 12, 2014, 01:46:09 AM »

Interesting idea about the oil, does make sense. Bike is coming along and looking good...Larry

rtbmrgl · « **Reply #490 on:** December 12, 2014, 09:57:49 AM »

Quote from: MickB on December 12, 2014, 12:00:49 AM

Just got the front and rear guards from the chromer.

The chrome looks great, I need to re-chrome my 500, you can find new 750 rear fenders but not 500 rear ones.
Im wondering if a 750 will fit and look correctly on a 500., Im looking onto re-chroming if cant find a new one.

MickB · « **Reply #491 on:** December 12, 2014, 11:55:57 AM »

RTB I think you'll have to get and rechrome an old one, that's what I had to do.

rtbmrgl · « **Reply #492 on:** December 12, 2014, 12:28:25 PM »

Quote from: MickB on December 12, 2014, 11:55:57 AM

RTB I think you'll have to get and rechrome an old one, that's what I had to do.

thats, for info, I also need the fork ears done. I just got a new 750 fender thats works fine.

MickB · « **Reply #493 on:** December 14, 2014, 02:01:03 AM »

Got a bit more done, finally finished the front end, really pleased. Only thing is to fill the forks with some ATF.

Rear guard and blinkers on, waiting on a new rubber gasket for the tail light, tail light is at the Chromer.

New points and condensors, haven't set the gap as yet on the points. .

Rocker cover on but I'll need to take it off again as I found a stripped thread in the head. Still need to do the tappets.

Exhaust I bought doesn't fit so I'll need to do some modifications, then re chrome.

Got a reasonable tail light for $15, drop in at the chromers tomorrow.

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MickB · « **Reply #494 on:** December 21, 2014, 03:33:54 AM »

Tail light back from the chromers, started rebuilding the carbies.

Still waiting on the rubber gasket between the guard and tail light.

Have to use some heat shrink tubing under the guard, when the guard was repaired some of the metal and wiring tunnel was cut away to get the dints out of the guard.

MoMo · « **Reply #495 on:** December 21, 2014, 03:52:36 AM »

WOW, he does beautiful work.

calj737 · « **Reply #496 on:** December 21, 2014, 04:47:55 AM »

MoMo you took the words right out of my mouth!

Down side to chrome that pretty is the quality of reflection would embarrass me that I'd have to comb my hair and shave before approaching the bike; wouldn't want to catch a glimpse of myself before I rode off...

SOHC4 Cafe Racer Fan · « **Reply #497 on:** December 21, 2014, 08:46:49 AM »

Nice work. We used to have plenty of platers available here, but environmental regs dried them up.

MickB · « **Reply #498 on:** December 21, 2014, 09:50:31 AM »

I'd comb my hair if I had enough to stay down. Some people are picky picky.
Just noticed the finger print smudges on the chrome.

And btw, the Honda tail light could be used on a jumbo jet it's so huge.

MoMo · « **Reply #499 on:** December 21, 2014, 07:43:29 PM »

Quote from: calj737 on December 21, 2014, 04:47:55 AM

MoMo you took the words right out of my mouth!

Down side to chrome that pretty is the quality of reflection would embarrass me that I'd have to comb my hair and shave before approaching the bike; wouldn't want to catch a glimpse of myself before I rode off...

I don't have to worry about hair to comb, plus I don't cast reflections

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Author Topic: CB 500 Four (1972?) Full Restoration (Read 140536 times)

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