Author Topic: Palepainter's 750f project.. Al Fine' (Read 66952 times)

palepainter · « **Reply #350 on:** February 23, 2017, 06:15:48 PM »

When I tore down my front caliper, there was a part missing according to this diagram. Part #17. Anyone have one they would like to get rid of? Can the system work properly with out it? Where would I find one other than buying another complete assembly that is probably missing that very piece?

budman · « **Reply #351 on:** February 23, 2017, 07:27:05 PM »

Quote from: palepainter on February 23, 2017, 06:15:48 PM

When I tore down my front caliper, there was a part missing according to this diagram. Part #17. Anyone have one they would like to get rid of? Can the system work properly with out it? Where would I find one other than buying another complete assembly that is probably missing that very piece?

I bought one off EBay. It was actually an aftermarket part some guy makes in the US. I'll see if I can find the link.

Found it...
http://m.ebay.com/itm/Honda-new-brake-pad-seat-CB-750-K-CB750-750K-CB750K-1969-76-for-brake-caliper-/301947569256?hash=item464d7a4468%3Am%3Am-EEme-fJOIO2yEd5pBBzYw&_trkparms=pageci%253Ab5c036c7-fa41-11e6-8608-74dbd1a03273%257Cparentrq%253A6e2c4b3515a0a6a8d0d4722dffeb2435%257Ciid%253A2

palepainter · « **Reply #352 on:** February 23, 2017, 08:26:14 PM »

Quote from: budman on February 23, 2017, 07:27:05 PM

Quote from: palepainter on February 23, 2017, 06:15:48 PM
When I tore down my front caliper, there was a part missing according to this diagram. Part #17. Anyone have one they would like to get rid of? Can the system work properly with out it? Where would I find one other than buying another complete assembly that is probably missing that very piece?

I bought one off EBay. It was actually an aftermarket part some guy makes in the US. I'll see if I can find the link.

Found it...
http://m.ebay.com/itm/Honda-new-brake-pad-seat-CB-750-K-CB750-750K-CB750K-1969-76-for-brake-caliper-/301947569256?hash=item464d7a4468%3Am%3Am-EEme-fJOIO2yEd5pBBzYw&_trkparms=pageci%253Ab5c036c7-fa41-11e6-8608-74dbd1a03273%257Cparentrq%253A6e2c4b3515a0a6a8d0d4722dffeb2435%257Ciid%253A2

Thanks a ton Bud!!! I owe ya one.

budman · « **Reply #353 on:** February 23, 2017, 08:38:39 PM »

Quote from: palepainter on February 23, 2017, 08:26:14 PM

Thanks a ton Bud!!! I owe ya one.

No problem. You need that part, btw. It has a slight convex surface to it. The best I can tell is that it helps keep the brake pad flush against the rotor, because of how the caliper bracket pivots. You'll notice that the inside brake pad has a bump built into the backing plate for the same reason.

palepainter · « **Reply #354 on:** February 24, 2017, 06:32:41 PM »

Just to prove what a cheap bastard I am.

I will share a few pics from this eve. I bought a used exhaust. Had been pretty beat. Laid down. On side. Megaphone damaged at end. Collector mashed from what looked like poor trailer loading considerations. So I studded the collector and pulled most damage out. Then down the time making a skid/ protector that will get painted silver with rest of exhaust being ho temp black. Blasting it all first. Not that I am really cheap, I am really creative at over coming my lack of funds.

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NewBoots · « **Reply #355 on:** February 24, 2017, 06:41:45 PM »

Luv that old Vic.
Bucky

palepainter · « **Reply #356 on:** February 24, 2017, 06:45:48 PM »

Quote from: NewBoots on February 24, 2017, 06:41:45 PM

Luv that old Vic.
Bucky

Me too. Love that bike. I have had FXR, DYNA, SOFTail...sportys. The VIC is right up there if not superior. I still have some work to do to her, finish paint work mostly, re cut seat, but I ride it all the time and do not want to put it down for a while until the 750 is roadworthy.

innovativems · « **Reply #357 on:** February 24, 2017, 06:58:12 PM »

Nice work on that exhaust!!

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JoeCooley · « **Reply #358 on:** February 24, 2017, 08:36:05 PM »

Cool little custom touch on the exhaust. 👍😎

754 · « **Reply #359 on:** February 24, 2017, 08:56:03 PM »

I see a sidestand straightenng in your future...

Stev-o · « **Reply #360 on:** February 25, 2017, 05:17:00 AM »

Quote from: calj737 on February 25, 2017, 03:04:57 AM

That skid plate looks as though it might get caught up on a speed bump...

+1...Ihad a 4 into 1 Kerker that would scrape when going over speed bumps.

palepainter · « **Reply #361 on:** February 25, 2017, 07:32:55 AM »

Thanks for the concern fellas. It's actually sittng flush on the areas that has received the damage in the past and angled as such that the distance isn't diminished. But am going to mock it up one more time after I fit the retaining springs that will hold muffler section on. I may change the front section and angle it back so it is not so vertical.

palepainter · « **Reply #362 on:** February 25, 2017, 03:11:25 PM »

Rolled it outside for the first time. Little brisk today, but sunny. Laying out wiring on paper and placing relays. Getting closer. 6 inches clearance on exhaust. Will see how long it lasts.

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Bootsey · « **Reply #363 on:** February 25, 2017, 03:57:21 PM »

Looks great! Still going with the fairing you made?

innovativems · « **Reply #364 on:** February 25, 2017, 03:57:24 PM »

Damn it looks even better!

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palepainter · « **Reply #365 on:** February 25, 2017, 04:00:42 PM »

Thanks fellas. Yup still got the fairing. May slide it on later. Here is a classic shot.

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palepainter · « **Reply #366 on:** February 25, 2017, 04:43:07 PM »

Fairing temporarily installed.

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budman · « **Reply #367 on:** February 25, 2017, 04:46:25 PM »

Looks great.

Darren Jakal · « **Reply #368 on:** February 25, 2017, 05:04:19 PM »

That bike is awesome! Thanks

JoeCooley · « **Reply #369 on:** February 25, 2017, 07:08:34 PM »

Beautiful!

palepainter · « **Reply #370 on:** February 26, 2017, 09:22:23 AM »

Thank you guys. Really close to wrapping it up. A few more weeks of misc stuff. It feels good to see where it all started and where it is at this point.

SOHC4 Cafe Racer Fan · « **Reply #371 on:** February 26, 2017, 10:11:03 AM »

I'm more partial to it without the fairing, but that's just me. Opinions are like a$$holes, everyone's got one and they all stink!

Stev-o · « **Reply #372 on:** February 26, 2017, 04:39:37 PM »

Quote from: CB750 Cafe Racer Fan on February 26, 2017, 10:11:03 AM

I'm more partial to it without the fairing, but that's just me. Opinions are like a$$holes, everyone's got one and they all stink!

Not just you, Don. And mine stinks too.

Bike is looking great.

riverfever · « **Reply #373 on:** February 26, 2017, 04:55:30 PM »

Quote from: palepainter on February 25, 2017, 04:00:42 PM

Thanks fellas. Yup still got the fairing. May slide it on later. Here is a classic shot.

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Bike looks killer. Pig approved!

innovativems · « **Reply #374 on:** February 26, 2017, 04:59:00 PM »

Keep the progress coming! What's the plans on a seat?

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