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sradja

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My restoration is almost complete
« on: September 02, 2005, 08:08:34 AM »
Just wanted to share pics of my 1973 restoration project. I will update when paint is done. Accepting offers ;D LOet me know what you think
« Last Edit: September 02, 2005, 08:43:03 AM by sradja »

Offline Chris Liston

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Re: My restoration is almost complete
« Reply #1 on: September 02, 2005, 09:35:25 AM »
larger pics..  looks good though.   

What did you used to clean and paint the motor?
2008 Triumph Speed Triple Black and NASTY
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sradja

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Re: My restoration is almost complete
« Reply #2 on: September 02, 2005, 09:39:14 AM »
The engine was completely disasembled...cam replaced, new valve springs, new chains, 836cc big bore. When I had the engine apart I sprayed with oven cleaner to degrease an strip paint. Engine was then painted with VHT cast coat aluminum.

sradja

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Re: My restoration is almost complete
« Reply #3 on: September 02, 2005, 11:01:17 AM »
Total cost to date...The bike was picked up for $300.00. __New dunlop vintage series tires $104.00...front and back.__ Tapered steering bearings $40.00. __Fork Gators $15.00.__ Wiring Harness $30.00__ 530 O-Ring Chain $80.00__Matching ignition, seat lock, steering lock with key FOR the year of bike $62.00__Same year factoy chain guard $30.00__836cc pistons, valve springs, cam...Tarde for service done to someones bike.__Bore $30.00__New points and condensor $25.00__New seat from Honda $170.00...my friend works in parts department ;D...factory from Honda Japan__House of Kolor paints for frame, tank, covers, swing arm, etc $150.00. BEER and smokes $300.00 Total to date $1034.00 NOT INCLUDING BEER AND SMOKES. The blood and sweat it took to polish, clean, and bring this baby to life...PRICELESS!!!