Author Topic: Landed a CB750K3 (Read 15607 times)

Johnie · « **Reply #75 on:** May 24, 2015, 02:48:39 PM »

Been over a month since I posted, but we are in the riding season so I get to the bike in bad weather. A couple weeks ago I painted the center stand, side stand and some assorted black parts. Put those on today so I can start to get the 341's in place. Carbs are done and just waiting for install. Next comes plugs, plug caps, chain and I should be able to see how she runs.

Johnie · « **Reply #76 on:** July 14, 2015, 01:44:49 PM »

Got the o-ring chain installed today. Next I will install the 341's as weather permits. Been doing a lot of riding so shop time is limited. Already had 4 weddings this summer which cuts into the free time too.

Stev-o · « **Reply #77 on:** July 14, 2015, 01:53:38 PM »

Four weddings? So now you have 5 wives??
We didnt know you were a Mormon!

jerry h · « **Reply #78 on:** July 14, 2015, 09:13:23 PM »

Looking good! Think you will have this one on the road yet this summer? After exhaust, what else is on the "to do list"?

70CB750 · « **Reply #79 on:** July 15, 2015, 03:02:55 AM »

Quote from: Johnie on July 14, 2015, 01:44:49 PM

Got the o-ring chain installed today. Next I will install the 341's as weather permits. Been doing a lot of riding so shop time is limited. Already had 4 weddings this summer which cuts into the free time too.

Will you plug the chain oiler?

Johnie · « **Reply #80 on:** July 15, 2015, 05:31:01 AM »

Not really a lot to do on it. Plugs, cut end off spark plug wires and install new caps, install the carbs and should be ready to fire. Yes, will plug the oiler too. Oh...and add oil

Johnie · « **Reply #81 on:** July 25, 2015, 03:15:50 PM »

Heat and humidity in WI is terrible and supposed to get worse the next few days. Was up early to get the KO out for a ride. Then spent the afternoon in the shop with the AC on to finally get the 341's on this bike. Also got the plugs and new plug caps in place. Been wanting to get these 341's on for a while now, but just to busy so far this summer. Carbs are ready to install so just have to get to it. More as we progress...have a good one guys. Not sure why the pics load sideways from my iPhone, but just click on the pic and it will load right side up.

Tews19 · « **Reply #82 on:** July 25, 2015, 03:25:01 PM »

Looks real nice Johnie! I forget but what's the plan for the tank and side covers?

Johnie · « **Reply #83 on:** July 25, 2015, 04:31:22 PM »

Nick this is the sunflake orange as you recall. Side covers were broke, but I have a nice extra set here I will use. Tank is all OEM with the faded paint. Don't plan to paint it...will let the next owner do what he wants to finish it up or drive it "as is." Plan to change the fork seals this winter, but want to be sure she runs good before I dig into those.
Hope we can get on the GZ ride again this summer with Dennis.

Tews19 · « **Reply #84 on:** July 25, 2015, 04:32:46 PM »

I thought you mentioned you were keeping as is. Any idea when the ride is happening?

Johnie · « **Reply #85 on:** July 25, 2015, 10:03:26 PM »

I think GZ is on his way to WI.

Sgt.Pinback · « **Reply #86 on:** July 26, 2015, 12:01:50 AM »

Great story. Thanks for sharring.

Stev-o · « **Reply #87 on:** July 27, 2015, 07:00:23 PM »

Quote from: Johnie on July 25, 2015, 03:15:50 PM

Heat and humidity in WI is terrible...

Really? 87* with 56% humidity is terrible? I'll trade ya! 100 here today...

Retro Rocket · « **Reply #88 on:** July 27, 2015, 07:03:22 PM »

Quote from: Stev-o on July 27, 2015, 07:00:23 PM

Quote from: Johnie on July 25, 2015, 03:15:50 PM
Heat and humidity in WI is terrible...

Really? 87* with 56% humidity is terrible? I'll trade ya! 100 here today...

Johnie, you'd hate where I live then...

Johnie · « **Reply #89 on:** July 28, 2015, 12:57:50 PM »

I been getting my rides in around sunset lately. 90 today and high humidity in the 70% area. Guess I can not complain with the 100's Stev-o...that is a bit on the sticky side

Johnie · « **Reply #90 on:** August 18, 2015, 10:44:16 AM »

Today I tried the first start up and find no spark at the points. New condensers are in, but I did not change the TEC points as they looked so good. I will check the coils, but I have never had a bad set of coils on a 750 on any of these bikes. Starter was working great, but then all of a sudden it quit working unless I pulled in the clutch. Looks like a neutral switch issue. The good...the oil light went out

Johnie · « **Reply #91 on:** August 23, 2015, 10:16:04 AM »

As is customary with these bikes the coils are fine. Primary and secondary testing gave me good readings. I now suspect the kill switch or points. Like I said I already installed new OEM condensers, but the TEC points look really good so I did not change those out. Cleaned and gapped the points, but may change them anyway.

Johnie · « **Reply #92 on:** August 24, 2015, 02:06:06 PM »

SUCCESS...found the kill switch and ignition switch were fine. Did continuity test on the wiring to the points and that was good. Took a closer look at the points and did some adjustments and the spark was there. Ran the bike on the lift and she runs and idles good. Next comes the road test...

Stev-o · « **Reply #93 on:** August 24, 2015, 02:53:44 PM »

Congrats! Alot of times finding the issue is harder than fixing the issue.

Johnie · « **Reply #94 on:** August 29, 2015, 10:16:01 AM »

We have liftoff...put in a 40 mile test ride today. She pulls away really good, shifts smooth through all gears and handles like a 15,000 mile CB750 should. No oil or gas leaks noted. One of the main leaks was that tach seal which I replaced. And my Vermont plate looks good too

Plans are to hold onto this through the WI winter and remove the forks to replace the rusted ears, replace fork seals and polish the legs. Then I will sell it. Really do not need another K3 in the stable. Not bad for a bike that was found locked up.

Stev-o · « **Reply #95 on:** August 29, 2015, 10:24:33 AM »

Congrats Johnie, well done! Sounds like you are due to visit your local dmv...

Johnie · « **Reply #96 on:** August 30, 2015, 09:33:11 AM »

You are correct Stev-o...I have to get that paperwork going.

jerry h · « **Reply #97 on:** August 30, 2015, 10:50:35 AM »

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We have liftoff...put in a 40 mile test ride today.

Excellent! Glad to hear it's running good and no major tear down needed.

Now you can get it off the lift and make way for a new project

Gene · « **Reply #98 on:** August 30, 2015, 05:34:22 PM »

Very nice save. The more of these that are out there the better. I'm not one of "these guys" that knows what the hell they're doin', but I do know that these bikes are great - dare I call 'em classic? Ride on and sell as needed to keep room for more.

PGF550F · « **Reply #99 on:** August 31, 2015, 01:48:17 PM »

Quote from: Johnie on July 14, 2015, 01:44:49 PM

Got the o-ring chain installed today. Next I will install the 341's as weather permits. Been doing a lot of riding so shop time is limited. Already had 4 weddings this summer which cuts into the free time too.

What kind of chain lube are you running Johnie? It sure looks nice and clean to work with.

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