Author Topic: Cafe 836 - first build... first bike... (Read 27293 times)

mrosso · « **Reply #125 on:** August 24, 2009, 01:41:43 PM »

Quote from: blake255 on August 24, 2009, 09:18:16 AM

mrosso,

I see the Honda piston ring clamps and blocks in your latest photos. Mind sharing where you got them and how much they cost?

Sure, they were about $35-40 a pair. I got them online from one of the usual suspects, can't remember right now, but something like cmsnl, babbitsonline, crotchrocket.com, speedsupplies, etc. Like most of the parts/special tools I've bought for this bike, some of them are going on 3-4 years back. It's been a sloooowww build. I do remember that I found the part number and did a google search and that brought up a site. I bought two pairs (thinking they only came one to a package - they actually came two to a package). I have two pair I will probably never use again. You want one for $26 shipping paid (continental US)? If so, they're yours. I will tell you, I found them really tough to use. It may have been because of the 836cc kit and HD studs, but I would not use them again. In retrospect, I wish I would have gone the large hose-clip route.

blake255 · « **Reply #126 on:** August 24, 2009, 02:01:56 PM »

PM Sent.

KB02 · « **Reply #127 on:** August 24, 2009, 06:03:06 PM »

Quote from: mrosso on August 24, 2009, 08:07:22 AM

Stoopid, stoopid, stupid! While dropping the cylinder block on the pistons and studs, I used a plastic hammer to "tap" down the block. Crap! Nice crack in the top fin. Stupid!

Oh, I'm sure you're not the first one who has made that mistake. And I'm sure you won't be the last. Everything else is looking good, though.

MCRider · « **Reply #128 on:** August 24, 2009, 06:12:42 PM »

Mines got that same piece missing, completely gone. I have it and will try to JBWeld it back on.

I don't remember breaking it, but seeing as how I have the piece I must have.
War wounds.

mrosso · « **Reply #129 on:** August 24, 2009, 09:50:20 PM »

Thanks guys. Words of encouragement. Cheers to you all!

odin836 · « **Reply #130 on:** August 25, 2009, 02:32:05 AM »

Keep it coming...
Gives me inspiration for my coming build!
http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=57185.0

Great pics and comments!
Hope you dont mind if I ask you a few qns from time to time...

MRieck · « **Reply #131 on:** August 25, 2009, 08:48:47 AM »

Quote from: fastbroshi on August 23, 2009, 06:07:55 PM

Cool, despite all the setbacks, your motor is looking really nice. You DO realize any 750 you ride after this just won't do, right? Here's Mike after you torque down the head and get it in the frame: "I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but you didn't send your head to me to get it ported/polished. This will have to be rectified. Better now than 100 miles down the road."

That's funny.

sangyo soichiro · « **Reply #132 on:** December 17, 2009, 03:16:59 PM »

How is this coming along mrosso? It's been several months since your last update....

wannabridin · « **Reply #133 on:** December 22, 2009, 01:20:50 PM »

Quote from: soichiro on December 17, 2009, 03:16:59 PM

How is this coming along mrosso? It's been several months since your last update....

bump for this!

mrosso · « **Reply #134 on:** January 04, 2010, 10:53:55 PM »

Still here; although I have been off the project for a few months now. Got engaged, boutght a house, moved, etc. I'm still on the mission, though. Just picked up some Excel rims and spokes from Buchannan with my bonus $ (don't tell the fiance). I now have a garage! No more working outside in 115 degree heat or 36 degree cold. I'm dreading the next step: polishing. I'll post more when I get some progress. This is turning out to be a four-year project! Thanks for the inquiries, though.

voxonda · « **Reply #135 on:** January 04, 2010, 10:58:39 PM »

Glad to hear everything is fine, good for you to finally have a garage.

Cheers, Rob

sangyo soichiro · « **Reply #136 on:** January 05, 2010, 09:30:12 AM »

I'm also in the market for some lightweight rims. Thanks for the heads up on the Buchanan Excel rims. Glad to hear that you're still around!

Which rims did you get? Shouldered? Dimpled? Non-dimpled? I'm wondering which to get myself....

wannabridin · « **Reply #137 on:** January 05, 2010, 05:33:26 PM »

Quote from: soichiro on January 05, 2010, 09:30:12 AM

I'm also in the market for some lightweight rims. Thanks for the heads up on the Buchanan Excel rims. Glad to hear that you'r still around!

Which rims did you get? Shouldered? Dimpled? Non-dimpled? I'm wondering which to get myself....

bump for this too! i'm looking to get 18's front and rear with SS spokes, should be a sweet setup!! if you don't mind my prodding, how much did you spend on the wheels, you know - for budgeting reasons?

mrosso · « **Reply #138 on:** January 10, 2010, 09:58:01 AM »

The Excels are shouldered. I'm dropping to an 18" in the front. Looking at putting a pair of those Firestone vintage tires like Greenjeans put on his awesome BOTM 750.

wannabridin · « **Reply #139 on:** January 10, 2010, 12:31:47 PM »

osso,

how much did you spend on the rims and spokes? if you don't mind telling us that is...

mrosso · « **Reply #140 on:** January 20, 2010, 04:22:58 PM »

I can't remember exactly, I think it was about $650. I'd have to dig up the receipt to be exact. Prices are on their webiste.

sangyo soichiro · « **Reply #141 on:** January 20, 2010, 04:24:55 PM »

Quote from: mrosso on January 10, 2010, 09:58:01 AM

The Excels are shouldered. I'm dropping to an 18" in the front. Looking at putting a pair of those Firestone vintage tires like Greenjeans put on his awesome BOTM 750.

Saw you were online so maybe I can catch you before you logoff...

Just curious, why the decision to drop to an 18" front?

mrosso · « **Reply #142 on:** January 20, 2010, 04:30:18 PM »

I want a more vintage look. I also think it will make the GT750 drum brake look huge(r). My only worry is that is will tilt the stance of the bike a bit. I want to keep a nice vintage level look.

sangyo soichiro · « **Reply #143 on:** January 20, 2010, 04:34:22 PM »

Were you going to keep the front fender? If so, I wonder if it would look funny with a smaller wheel? Otherwise I suppose you could get a support brace and go fender-less.

mrosso · « **Reply #144 on:** January 25, 2010, 04:47:02 PM »

Yeah, I want to keep the fender if possible. I'm hoping those fat Firestone tires will fill the space up.

ksmith0034 · « **Reply #145 on:** March 01, 2010, 06:14:03 PM »

Bump for progress?

mrosso · « **Reply #146 on:** March 24, 2010, 09:50:11 PM »

On hold. Hopefully back at it soon.

ksmith0034 · « **Reply #147 on:** October 07, 2010, 07:29:06 PM »

Anything to report?

72hondacb750 · « **Reply #148 on:** October 18, 2010, 12:49:55 PM »

You're build has inspired me to buy a set of cases for a K2 and start a 2nd engine for my bike. Can't afford (don't want) to take it off the road to use the existing engine but this looks like great fun. Thanks for the thread.

Elan · « **Reply #149 on:** December 05, 2010, 06:56:58 PM »

Dont put that wrench away, this thing was looking sweet!

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