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Offline ISLAND CAFERACERS

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Re: 1976 CB750SS Street Tracker Build
« Reply #25 on: November 19, 2013, 11:13:38 AM »
well done with design & progress to date im loving this build well done
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Re: 1976 CB750SS Street Tracker Build
« Reply #26 on: November 19, 2013, 06:03:59 PM »
What voltage regulator do you recommend?

Regardless of the engine size, I always run H-beam forged rods and Wiseco's. Just what I like in my motors, Chevy or Honda.
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Re: 1976 CB750SS Street Tracker Build
« Reply #27 on: November 19, 2013, 06:52:28 PM »
Can NOT beat the Carrillos! I'm using a set with the stronger original bolts and I'm expecting 90HP+ from my 900 build. My thoughts are to replace the rods above 836 especially if a 'big' head is being used.

There are a few electronic reg/rect combos out there as well as individual units if someone wants to go that way. My reg/rect is Electrosport ESR240.

http://www.electrosport.com/street-bikes/honda/cb750k1-k8-f1-f2-sohc-71-78.html?pt=regulator-rectifiers 
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Re: 1976 CB750SS Street Tracker Build
« Reply #28 on: November 22, 2013, 09:49:55 AM »
Ok...ordered the same regulator. What are the advantages of this one? Hope it fits in the electronics box...
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Re: 1976 CB750SS Street Tracker Build
« Reply #29 on: November 22, 2013, 11:29:03 AM »
There are a number of R/R units available these days. I went with them because I had their predecessor unit and they've been around quite a while.

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New Rear Disc Brake Calipers
« Reply #30 on: December 06, 2013, 12:28:56 AM »
I wanted to upgrade the ugly stock rear disc brake calipers.

Cyclex was able to help me out with these new Precision Metal Fab Racing calipers that they now carry.

I think they look much better.
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1976 CB750SS Street Tracker Build
« Reply #31 on: February 07, 2014, 06:17:07 PM »
More progress has been made on the bike.

Weber carbs are mounted with a custom built intake manifold.

Rear fender has been fabricated from an old Harley front fender.

Rear brake has been mounted. New arm being fabricated.

Gas cap will be aluminum alloy Monza type (early Triumph, BSA, Norton type).

Will use Cyclex 4-2-1 header. It will be cut at the welds, TIG welded and ceramic coated in black.

Still looking for E approved silencer that will look right.

Will machine a new upper triple clamp and mount black Flanders flat track bars.

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Oil Tank
« Reply #32 on: February 09, 2014, 09:14:36 PM »
I am going with the Moon 3 quart oil tank. Should look great on this bike.
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Re: 1976 CB750SS Street Tracker Build
« Reply #33 on: February 09, 2014, 09:42:06 PM »
That looks strong.
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Re: 1976 CB750SS Street Tracker Build
« Reply #34 on: February 10, 2014, 05:01:21 AM »
It seems odd with all the custom fabrication that no one encouraged you to install a frame kit for servicing and removing the engine. Or did I miss it in your plans?
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Re: 1976 CB750SS Street Tracker Build
« Reply #35 on: February 10, 2014, 08:21:19 AM »
What type of boots did you use on your manifold to mount the Weber's? Im doing a similar setup and need some sort of boot that has some flex to it.
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Re: 1976 CB750SS Street Tracker Build
« Reply #36 on: February 10, 2014, 09:08:17 AM »
My dad designed a special lifting tool to R&R the engine.
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Re: 1976 CB750SS Street Tracker Build
« Reply #37 on: February 10, 2014, 09:11:44 AM »
They are the stock rubber connectors.  Not much flex.  I do have a set of aftermarket boots that are softer of you need them.
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Re: 1976 CB750SS Street Tracker Build
« Reply #38 on: February 10, 2014, 09:13:48 AM »
Quote from: mwasson on February 10, 2014, 09:08:17 AM
My dad designed a special lifting tool to R&R the engine.

Give us some details on that!!  And some pictures, too!!
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Re: 1976 CB750SS Street Tracker Build
« Reply #39 on: February 10, 2014, 11:20:54 AM »
Quote from: mwasson on February 10, 2014, 09:11:44 AM
They are the stock rubber connectors.  Not much flex.  I do have a set of aftermarket boots that are softer of you need them.

I will keep that in mind for the near future once my manifold is done. Thank you for the offer.
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Re: 1976 CB750SS Street Tracker Build
« Reply #40 on: February 10, 2014, 12:50:32 PM »
Quote from: calj737 on February 10, 2014, 05:01:21 AM
It seems odd with all the custom fabrication that no one encouraged you to install a frame kit for servicing and removing the engine. Or did I miss it in your plans?

No No No Nooooooooooooooo!!!!! Don't hack the frame ...   ???

I really don't see the reasoning with that course of action. These motors are solid and rarely go "tits-up" - and if they do need major surgery, take the motor out the frame and do it properly. Hacking the frame is not a good idea and it looks like a Mechano kit afterwards.

Just my opinion - so don't want anyone throwing their toys out the pram  ;)
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Re: 1976 CB750SS Street Tracker Build
« Reply #41 on: February 10, 2014, 01:46:09 PM »
Quote from: Pigford on February 10, 2014, 12:50:32 PM
Quote from: calj737 on February 10, 2014, 05:01:21 AM
It seems odd with all the custom fabrication that no one encouraged you to install a frame kit for servicing and removing the engine. Or did I miss it in your plans?

No No No Nooooooooooooooo!!!!! Don't hack the frame ...   ???

I really don't see the reasoning with that course of action. These motors are solid and rarely go "tits-up" - and if they do need major surgery, take the motor out the frame and do it properly. Hacking the frame is not a good idea and it looks like a Mechano kit afterwards.

Just my opinion - so don't want anyone throwing their toys out the pram  ;)

Pigford,

Respectfully, I have not done it with my 750 bike, and wish I had.  The Gordon's frame kit is so overengineered, it retains the frame's existing structural integrity, if not improving it. 

When I bought my bike, my engine was suffering (like many of these bikes) from weeping gaskets.  I had the engine removed (and no kit installed) thinking that I would never pull the motor again!  Hah!!  Little did I know that when my pro wrench rebuilt the top end, he did not get a decent seal on the head or valve cover gaskets, so I got to have the engine removed a second time!! Good times!  I should have my head examined because I did not install the frame kit on the second engine extraction (because the frame had been powdercoated). 

One of these days, I will probably bite the bullet and do it anyway.  Just my $0.02!
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Re: 1976 CB750SS Street Tracker Build
« Reply #42 on: February 10, 2014, 01:53:16 PM »
Its an easy mod to do, can be reversed if you really need to and makes for such convenient motor work there is literally no reason not to do it. Get some tube clamps from 4x4 place and you can do the conversion in an afternoon.
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Re: 1976 CB750SS Street Tracker Build
« Reply #43 on: February 10, 2014, 02:46:59 PM »
Quote from: CB750 Cafe Racer Fan on February 10, 2014, 01:46:09 PM
Quote from: Pigford on February 10, 2014, 12:50:32 PM
Quote from: calj737 on February 10, 2014, 05:01:21 AM
It seems odd with all the custom fabrication that no one encouraged you to install a frame kit for servicing and removing the engine. Or did I miss it in your plans?

No No No Nooooooooooooooo!!!!! Don't hack the frame ...   ???

I really don't see the reasoning with that course of action. These motors are solid and rarely go "tits-up" - and if they do need major surgery, take the motor out the frame and do it properly. Hacking the frame is not a good idea and it looks like a Mechano kit afterwards.

Just my opinion - so don't want anyone throwing their toys out the pram  ;)

Pigford,

Respectfully, I have not done it with my 750 bike, and wish I had.  The Gordon's frame kit is so overengineered, it retains the frame's existing structural integrity, if not improving it. 

When I bought my bike, my engine was suffering (like many of these bikes) from weeping gaskets.  I had the engine removed (and no kit installed) thinking that I would never pull the motor again!  Hah!!  Little did I know that when my pro wrench rebuilt the top end, he did not get a decent seal on the head or valve cover gaskets, so I got to have the engine removed a second time!! Good times!  I should have my head examined because I did not install the frame kit on the second engine extraction (because the frame had been powdercoated). 

One of these days, I will probably bite the bullet and do it anyway.  Just my $0.02!

All that said, I am definitely doing it on my new 750 build.
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Re: 1976 CB750SS Street Tracker Build
« Reply #44 on: February 11, 2014, 01:56:19 PM »
Frame will not be modded for easy engine removal.  It will be pretty much bullet proof with good seals and gaskets.

If it does need to come out,  will use the custom lifting device my dad designed. You can R&R the engine without a scratch.

I will find some pictures and attach them soon. Got to find them on my other PC.

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Re: 1976 CB750SS Street Tracker Build
« Reply #45 on: February 11, 2014, 06:07:44 PM »
Quote from: mwasson on February 11, 2014, 01:56:19 PM
Frame will not be modded for easy engine removal.  It will be pretty much bullet proof with good seals and gaskets.

If it does need to come out,  will use the custom lifting device my dad designed. You can R&R the engine without a scratch.

I will find some pictures and attach them soon. Got to find them on my other PC.

I'm very curious about your father's removal tool.  It might be something he should sell. 
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Re: 1976 CB750SS Street Tracker Build
« Reply #46 on: February 11, 2014, 06:09:11 PM »
it kind of looks like you have the same problem I have with the main jet fouling the the frame when you try to change /remove them ,that is why I want a frame kit on my weber bike.nice build though!bill
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New Pictures of the Street Tracker
« Reply #47 on: March 26, 2014, 09:35:25 AM »
My dad has been busy and has finished the Weber throttle linkage, chainguard, oil tank and PFMR rear brake caliper installation.

The MOON oil tank mount is upside down, so we will have to grind the letters off.....

I don't know about anyone else, but I am just amazed with how this project is coming along and the originality of this bike...it is going to be a work of art.

I am over in Afghanistan and wish I could be there to lend a hand every day, but Dad and Tom seem to be outdoing themselves on this one.

Cannot wait to see the Hugger orange frame and wheels against the satin black. I am thinking the tank and rear fender are going to be satin black with orange ghost flames.

We will finish it up with number plates on the sides and front to add to the "flat tracker" effect.

« Last Edit: March 26, 2014, 09:37:51 AM by mwasson »
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Re: 1976 CB750SS Street Tracker Build
« Reply #48 on: March 26, 2014, 10:30:22 AM »
Nice build, very nice work...
 I got to ask why you keep calling it a flat tracker.... No flat track tank, nor seat, nor hoop, nor knockoff wheels.. Where is the flattrack elements. On the bike?

 Something like this..
« Last Edit: March 26, 2014, 10:54:29 AM by 754 »
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Re: 1976 CB750SS Street Tracker Build
« Reply #49 on: March 26, 2014, 07:49:17 PM »
Google Street Tracker....there are many variations.

Besides the Flanders flat tracker handle bars and no front fender, it can only be designated as a Street Tracker.

The seat is not finished yet. It has to be fabricated to fit. I wanted buddy pegs and a place for my wife to sit, to we had to add that.

If you look at the hundreds of Street Trackers out there, that is what this bike is.

It is not a cafe racer, it is not a bobber, it is not a cruiser or bagger....so call it what you like. I think it is going to be bad ass.
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