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Offline Moto nut

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Let’s get started
« on: November 25, 2017, 06:26:25 PM »
This bike has been waiting almost 30 years for some attention, I got it a couple of years ago and immediately put the gas  tank on electrolysis, after a good cleaning I put a cup of diesel in it and let it coat the inside and dumped out the rest, and stored the bike at the end of the line of future projects, well the day has come to find this bike in front of the line, in the process of moving the bike from garage to shop I noticed the front brake dragging, something I expected in a bike that hasn't moved more than a few feet  in 30 years, with the bike on the lift the fun begins.....
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Re: Let’s get started
« Reply #1 on: November 25, 2017, 09:52:32 PM »
I love a good wire wheel F project. What are your plans?
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Re: Let’s get started
« Reply #2 on: November 26, 2017, 08:05:56 AM »
Standard fare for a long term low mileage stored bike, started with carbs, valve adjustment, front & rear brake calipers & master cylinders, wheel bearings, ignition, etc. she seems to to be all original except the muffler which the original owner says his 4year old son would play gas station and fill up the original muffler with the garden hose when the bike was stored which eventually ruined the muffler
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Re: Let’s get started
« Reply #3 on: November 26, 2017, 11:07:00 AM »
It's so beautiful
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Re: Let’s get started
« Reply #4 on: November 29, 2017, 06:35:19 PM »
Well I was right the brakes were definitely in need of work and the rear master cylinder was completely seized, but with the help of a grease gun it broke free, the internals look great so I just cleaned everything up and reassembled, filled, bled, and no problems, checked and adjusted the valves twice just for fun, cut the chain off and removed rear tire to inspect and clean, waiting for new electronic ignition, was so impressed with the electronic ignition I installed on my 76 custom NGW GL1000 that I’m not even going to mess with the stock system......
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Re: Let’s get started
« Reply #5 on: November 29, 2017, 06:39:05 PM »
Subscribed, looks like you are off to a good start. 

How many miles on the clock?
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Re: Let’s get started
« Reply #6 on: November 29, 2017, 06:43:28 PM »
10,560 miles
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Re: Let’s get started
« Reply #7 on: November 29, 2017, 06:47:04 PM »
Quote from: Moto nut on November 29, 2017, 06:43:28 PM
10,560 miles

Good. Some of those F'rs had premature valve guide wear at 20-35K miles
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Offline Don R

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Re: Let’s get started
« Reply #8 on: December 03, 2017, 09:44:31 PM »
 With the great oil we have now those valve guides should last nearly forever.
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Re: Let’s get started
« Reply #9 on: December 04, 2017, 05:42:04 AM »
Quote from: Stev-o on November 29, 2017, 06:47:04 PM
Quote from: Moto nut on November 29, 2017, 06:43:28 PM
10,560 miles

Good. Some of those F'rs had premature valve guide wear at 20-35K miles

That is only with the -410 head on the 77/78 models, no worries here. Arguably the best of the breed in terms of performance AND reliability.
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Re: Let’s get started
« Reply #10 on: December 04, 2017, 06:12:55 PM »
Thanks good to know, when I checked the valve lash only 2 of the intakes were slightly off, the carbs are done and back on, I got a brand new complete  pamco ignition for $100 from a buddy in salt lake, I’ve ran these on a couple of xs650s with no problems so I’m excited to see how it works on this bike, hopefully by next weekend I’ll have it running and be able to fine tune
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« Reply #11 on: December 10, 2017, 01:34:39 PM »
Got er running this morning, first time she’s  ran clean in almost 30 years, a few more small odds and ends and I’ll put her away till spring, next up is a 71 cb500
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Re: Let’s get started
« Reply #12 on: December 10, 2017, 01:59:55 PM »
Congrats on getting her running. Too bad the season is over for you.
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Re: Let’s get started
« Reply #13 on: December 21, 2017, 06:23:47 PM »
The bike looks to be in good condition for sitting so long. Good start to the project. Nice bikes!
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« Reply #14 on: January 22, 2018, 05:06:24 PM »
It’s been awhile since I’ve posted, but after my last post I was going to move on to my CB500four but I thought the 750 has a good start and deserves a full blown detail, so that’s what I’ve been doing, toothbrush work over the entire bike, a few paint chips on the frame addressed, all bright work polished, and even tho the fork seals seem fine I’m installing a new set......
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« Reply #15 on: January 23, 2018, 09:03:47 AM »
Looking really good. Glad to see you didnt hack the frame and install a skateboard seat. Any other plans for it?
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Re: Let’s get started
« Reply #16 on: January 23, 2018, 05:34:47 PM »
Thanks, I’m just going to keep it on the lift and keep nitpicking on it till I’m satisfied, I’ve been looking for an nice original muffler for it but with no luck, any info for one would be appreciated
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Re: Let’s get started
« Reply #17 on: January 23, 2018, 06:19:36 PM »
Quote from: Moto nut on January 23, 2018, 05:34:47 PM
I’ve been looking for an nice original muffler for it but with no luck, any info for one would be appreciated

They pop up on eBay from time to time.....



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« Reply #18 on: February 12, 2018, 02:06:14 PM »
Finished the fork seals and polishing, pretty good for now, now onto my 68 CB450K 1
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Re: Let’s get started
« Reply #19 on: February 12, 2018, 10:25:06 PM »
Looks great, Moto nut.  Though pics don't do that Super Sport justice. 

And you picked up the '68 after all-  Congrats! 

I'm going to start up a project thread soon for the '71 CB500 I picked up from you.  It's already in pieces in the garage and I've been having so much fun digging into it. 

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« Reply #20 on: February 13, 2018, 04:48:56 AM »
Great durangoCB, glad to hear you’re diggin into that 71 I’m sure it will be a great bike, contact me for any help, also yes I got the 68 k1 for half the asking price.....
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« Reply #21 on: February 13, 2018, 06:17:04 AM »
Next time I pick up a bike, I’ll have you do the negotiating for me.  ;-)

Love the stays on that front fender.
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Re: Let’s get started
« Reply #22 on: February 13, 2018, 09:00:54 AM »
Nice 750F.  I actually like the muffler that's on it better then the stock one.
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Re: Let’s get started
« Reply #23 on: February 17, 2018, 10:14:28 PM »
Very nice F! I'm really digging the color. Good job on the resurrection.
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« Reply #24 on: February 18, 2018, 11:09:30 PM »
How’s that ‘68 coming along, Moto Nut?
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