I'm building a shopping list for my '77 CB400F, and as I don't live anywhere near a dealer or other brick-and-mortar option, I'm wondering if anyone has recommendations for where to shop in the US.
I found this list (
http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php/topic,126680.msg1442099.html#msg1442099), and I'm already aware of a number of those names, but what I don't know is whether some are better for "one-stop-shopping" than others, in terms of availability of quality parts and also price/shipping. Buying items one at a time from multiple suppliers can really kill a budget in shipping costs alone. I don't need the lowest price for things that shouldn't be skimped on, if there's items where only OEM will do.
Right now, I'm looking at:
Carbs: renew all the o-rings and gaskets (All the jets and seats and float/valves are stock and look reusable with just a good cleaning)
Front Brake: master cylinder rebuild kit, replace caliper piston (maybe with stainless) and seal, possibly replace the caliper's hard brake line if I can't remove it from the caliper without damaging it. Not sure about the condition of the soft lines at this point.
Some odd hardware and rubber bits.
Tires and tubes: Where do you buy them? What kind do people like (I know, but at least I'm not asking for oil recommendations!)? I'm not an aggressive rider; I would favor a period look as long as it isn't too big a safety compromise...
