Author Topic: Palepainter's 750f project.. Al Fine' (Read 62592 times)

RAFster122s · « **Reply #475 on:** March 30, 2017, 03:00:42 AM »

Martin's expression is one of those British or Australian expressions most Yanks won't understand.

budman · « **Reply #476 on:** March 30, 2017, 06:28:34 AM »

My British wife would say it's the dog's danglies.

palepainter · « **Reply #477 on:** March 30, 2017, 07:07:08 AM »

Thanks fellas. Appreciate the input. David, you are correct. The fairing did need tilted back. I caught that while I was posting. The idea was to keep the graphic continuous from tank into fairing. I can also lower the fairing and headlight assembly a bit, but am monitoring travel in front spring. I may put in a bit tighter spring with progressive rate that will allow me to go a bit lower and get the lines perfect. But for now I am being a bit precautious.

I am glad I did not get talked out of the fairing

It works really well actually. I hope the shocks will be here today. I am going to check the static timing this evening. I think the carbs are pretty close, but should have a bit more pickup in regards to acceleration.

SOHC4 Cafe Racer Fan · « **Reply #478 on:** March 30, 2017, 01:26:55 PM »

It looks better titled back. The early mock-ups, in which it was canted forward, were a little awkward. Not my particular cut of tea (personally, I love it without the fairing), but it's growing on me.

palepainter · « **Reply #479 on:** March 31, 2017, 02:31:33 PM »

The shocks arrived from Niche today.

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palepainter · « **Reply #480 on:** April 01, 2017, 09:13:32 AM »

I have to say...As many times as I heard...You need shocks...you need shocks...you need shocks...You should get some black shocks...Shocks...shocks...shocks. I get shocks finally...and chirp. HEHEHEHEH

Stev-o · « **Reply #481 on:** April 01, 2017, 09:47:21 AM »

WOW - the shocks look great!! (How's that?). What brand are they?

budman · « **Reply #482 on:** April 01, 2017, 05:18:28 PM »

You didn't here it from me.

I went with taller shocks on my bike too. I had to get some different shocks because the first set I bought hit the chain...go figure. Bought some taller shocks thinking I need the extra clearance anyway. I'll soon find out if I made a good choice.

Looking good!

palepainter · « **Reply #483 on:** April 01, 2017, 05:44:44 PM »

Quote from: Stev-o on April 01, 2017, 09:47:21 AM

WOW - the shocks look great!! (How's that?). What brand are they?

Thanks Stevo.

I feel better. LOL EMGO 14 inch for later model I believe. I just had to ad spacer washer inside lower bushing.

palepainter · « **Reply #484 on:** April 01, 2017, 05:48:24 PM »

Quote from: budman on April 01, 2017, 05:18:28 PM

You didn't here it from me.

I went with taller shocks on my bike too. I had to get some different shocks because the first set I bought hit the chain...go figure. Bought some taller shocks thinking I need the extra clearance anyway. I'll soon find out if I made a good choice.

Looking good!

Hey Bud,
I needed a bit more clearance. These worked out pretty good. Have not had them out yet as it is raining and cold here. But soon my friend. Soon. I have been tweaking the little stuff that typically follows an assembly.

riverfever · « **Reply #485 on:** April 01, 2017, 07:06:25 PM »

Those look nice. I don't wanna complain too much about the snow because I don't want a dry summer but I'd really like to try running mine on a short ride now that it started.

palepainter · « **Reply #486 on:** April 02, 2017, 05:30:35 PM »

This one is pretty much finished. I may add a seat in the future if it sticks around. Put about 20 miles on it today. Love riding it. Ton of fun. Thank you everyone who helped me along the journey.

I recently picked up another 76 SS frame and motor. I have almost everything to build a roller. I will step up the game a bit more on next one. I will start a new thread for it soon. For now. The last photos I will share that I take. Photographer soon to do it right.

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innovativems · « **Reply #487 on:** April 03, 2017, 06:13:43 AM »

that 750 turned out sooo good! Again Great work!

Darren Jakal · « **Reply #488 on:** April 03, 2017, 07:09:41 AM »

Turned out great on a working man's budget. Love it!

Take care, dj

martin99 · « **Reply #489 on:** April 03, 2017, 02:57:05 PM »

Lovely job.

If I were you I'd get that roof fixed before putting any more bikes in the shed.....

Stev-o · « **Reply #490 on:** April 03, 2017, 03:13:30 PM »

Quote from: palepainter on April 01, 2017, 05:44:44 PM

Quote from: Stev-o on April 01, 2017, 09:47:21 AM
WOW - the shocks look great!! (How's that?). What brand are they?

Thanks Stevo. I feel better. LOL EMGO 14 inch..

ooh, emgo? Can I retract my comment?! Get the roof fixed and then save up for some good shocks!

palepainter · « **Reply #491 on:** April 03, 2017, 03:38:32 PM »

Quote from: martin99 on April 03, 2017, 02:57:05 PM

Lovely job.

If I were you I'd get that roof fixed before putting any more bikes in the shed.....

No doubt. It is a historical farmhouse close by. I do not know what they are waiting for.

SOHC4 Cafe Racer Fan · « **Reply #492 on:** April 05, 2017, 09:36:09 AM »

Quote from: JoeCooley on March 20, 2017, 05:29:00 PM

The bike is looking great! Definitely BOTM nomination.

Nominations are still open.

budman · « **Reply #493 on:** April 08, 2017, 09:25:35 PM »

Somebody go second this bike for the BOTM.

innovativems · « **Reply #494 on:** April 08, 2017, 09:28:51 PM »

I'll second this beauty

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budman · « **Reply #495 on:** April 08, 2017, 09:46:47 PM »

Quote from: innovativems on April 08, 2017, 09:28:51 PM

I'll second this beauty

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You have to second it in the BOTM thread.
http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=164763

JoeCooley · « **Reply #496 on:** April 08, 2017, 10:55:55 PM »

You've been nominated and seconded. Do you accept the BOTM nomination? If so, reply here: http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php/topic,164763.0.html

Good luck. Tough competition this month.

palepainter · « **Reply #497 on:** April 10, 2017, 10:01:28 AM »

My buddy Rick stopped by and took some shots of the bike. He has a great eye.

palepainter · « **Reply #498 on:** April 15, 2017, 02:02:51 PM »

I got a photo of my 74 year old father in law riding Honda. Figured it was worth the share. He said that if he had a bike like that he would need yoga classes.

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seanbarney41 · « **Reply #499 on:** April 16, 2017, 09:33:22 AM »

yep, anyone would, whether 24 or 74. This is why you should not use clip on/clubman bars with stock pegs.

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Author Topic: Palepainter's 750f project.. Al Fine' (Read 62592 times)