Author Topic: Chrome Gas Tank on my CB750 (Read 14899 times)

Terry in Australia · « **Reply #25 on:** August 11, 2009, 06:03:28 PM »

Oooh, I'd like a chrome K1 tank mate, how much?

Zaipai · « **Reply #26 on:** August 11, 2009, 08:01:15 PM »

Quote from: Terry in Australia on August 11, 2009, 06:03:28 PM

Oooh, I'd like a chrome K1 tank mate, how much?

Its in the first post...

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Check it out!
$280 dollars and 8 months later I got this puppy.
I think this winter i'm going to make some metal side covers and a seat cowl and have them chromed too.

mystic_1 · « **Reply #27 on:** August 11, 2009, 08:04:05 PM »

That tank is a thing of beauty, that's for sure.

Did you ever get your final drive sprocket sorted out?

Walnecks is in Woodstock again this Sunday. Going?

mystic_1

Porscheguy912 · « **Reply #28 on:** August 14, 2009, 12:36:41 AM »

Quote from: mystic_1 on August 11, 2009, 08:04:05 PM

That tank is a thing of beauty, that's for sure.

Did you ever get your final drive sprocket sorted out?

Walnecks is in Woodstock again this Sunday. Going?

mystic_1

Thanks!
I am still in need of a 530 Rear sprocket. BUT i did get the starter clutch done thanks to your help.

I'm not gonna make it to woodstock this weekend. I forgot all about it and I'm Broke!

Zaipai · « **Reply #29 on:** August 14, 2009, 04:00:13 PM »

Quote from: Porscheguy912 on August 14, 2009, 12:36:41 AM

Thanks!
I am still in need of a 530 Rear sprocket. BUT i did get the starter clutch done thanks to your help.

I'm not gonna make it to woodstock this weekend. I forgot all about it and I'm Broke!

Hum.. dare I ask what is going on in Woodstock this weekend?

mystic_1 · « **Reply #30 on:** August 14, 2009, 04:04:51 PM »

The Walnecks Swap Meet at the McHenry Co Fairgrounds.

http://www.walneckswap.com/

mystic_1

mystic_1 · « **Reply #31 on:** August 14, 2009, 04:05:53 PM »

Quote from: Porscheguy912 on August 14, 2009, 12:36:41 AM

BUT i did get the starter clutch done thanks to your help.

Excellent, glad you got that sorted.

mystic_1

Zaipai · « **Reply #32 on:** August 14, 2009, 05:45:43 PM »

Hum, only 40min away from me, guess I am going to have to try and make it! Thanks for the link.. Very handy deal.

mystic_1 · « **Reply #33 on:** August 14, 2009, 05:59:33 PM »

Be on the lookout for dpender836's spot on the northeast side of the grounds, he always has the best collection of CB750 parts

mystic_1

ColinMc · « **Reply #34 on:** August 14, 2009, 07:16:28 PM »

I polished the steel tank on my Yamaha FZ750 ages ago and then clearcoated it before it was able to flash rust. I'll have to dig up a pic somewhere...

Zaipai · « **Reply #35 on:** August 14, 2009, 07:30:48 PM »

Quote from: mystic_1 on August 14, 2009, 05:59:33 PM

Be on the lookout for dpender836's spot on the northeast side of the grounds, he always has the best collection of CB750 parts

mystic_1

If I go I will be on the look out, however I hope he has some CB550 parts as well..

spiritof67 · « **Reply #36 on:** August 27, 2009, 04:25:28 PM »

Back in 1970-71 there was a guy in Manhattan who had a CB750 with the tank chromed. Until now it was the only one I ever saw. Did you fill the emblem holes (weld)?

cb750fbomb · « **Reply #37 on:** August 27, 2009, 11:07:17 PM »

That chromed tank looks f*cking great. I might have to bite your style on that one.

hav150 · « **Reply #38 on:** August 28, 2009, 02:44:56 AM »

1967 Hodaka Ace 90. My first bike and came with a chrome tank.
CB750K6 with metal flake

NitroHunter · « **Reply #39 on:** August 28, 2009, 06:21:44 AM »

Heavy Metal at it's finest! That paint job looks great.
It might be old school thinking, but a guy just can't go wrong with metal flake and chrome.

MacM2010 · « **Reply #40 on:** October 14, 2009, 12:28:04 PM »

I resurrect this thread to congratulate Porscheguy on winning Best Streetfighter at Acetoberfest in Chicago! That chrome kicks serious a$$, and it brings in the trophies.

Way to go, man.

JohnCurW · « **Reply #41 on:** October 14, 2009, 12:50:37 PM »

Thought I would share this ebay link. I had to open up my online bank account and move the window over the picture in the final min. of the auction to keep from bidding...

...crap, auction ended so naturally now I can't search for it.
Anyways, it was a 69' CB77 305 superhawk in with a chrome gas tank, about 9000 mile on it.

It was beautiful

tinyrobot · « **Reply #42 on:** October 14, 2009, 01:32:43 PM »

Way to go on winning the trophy. Wish I could have won one... oh wait

MacM2010 · « **Reply #43 on:** October 14, 2009, 01:47:08 PM »

That's right! Congrats to tinyrobot, as well, for winning best cafe (it was best cafe, right?).

Full disclosure: I wasn't actually there, I heard this second-hand. But the SOHCers are out there, making it happen. Keep it up!

andy750 · « **Reply #44 on:** October 14, 2009, 02:27:29 PM »

Hey lets see a photo of the two winning bikes?!

Well done to both!!

Porscheguy912 · « **Reply #45 on:** October 21, 2009, 01:45:22 AM »

Thanks for the kind words Mac!
Once ace gets their photos up i'll post em.

PS: Dont worry, you'll have working bike just in time to distract you from finishing your thesis

tinyrobot · « **Reply #46 on:** November 01, 2009, 08:27:13 AM »

here is porscheguy's

here is mine

Zaipai · « **Reply #47 on:** November 03, 2009, 05:43:40 AM »

Both bikes looking good. I like the chrome tank.. Nice work.

JohnCurW · « **Reply #48 on:** November 03, 2009, 09:19:34 AM »

This thread just gave me an idea (that I will probably never get a chance to use). Is there any good way to paint on top of chrome and have it look good?

I'm envisioning a two toned paint scheme for a tank in which the two tones are dark red and chrome.

I guess another problem would be the clearcoat.

Any thoughts?

Anyways awesome looking bike, I like the wrapped exhaust, it avoids a chrome overload. I'm impressed.

greasy j · « **Reply #49 on:** November 03, 2009, 09:39:12 AM »

Quote from: JohnCurW on November 03, 2009, 09:19:34 AM

This thread just gave me an idea (that I will probably never get a chance to use). Is there any good way to paint on top of chrome and have it look good?

I'm envisioning a two toned paint scheme for a tank in which the two tones are dark red and chrome.

I guess another problem would be the clearcoat.

Any thoughts?

Anyways awesome looking bike, I like the wrapped exhaust, it avoids a chrome overload. I'm impressed.

you can paint anything if you prep it right. the trick is getting the edges to hold well. you need to sand it thoroughly everywhere it will get painted. right up to your tape line.

rule of thumb is paint won't stick to anything shiny. like a sticker on a car window- it peels off easily, because window is smooth. sticker on a rough surface sticks a lot better. painters call it giving the surface 'teeth'. something to sink into.

I have painted chrome w/ rattle cans and w/ spray guns. different types of paint as well. what matters is the prep.

and the chrome will not need clear. just leave it taped off. and retape after sanding to keep your edges sharp.

good luck, feel free to ask me ?'s
josh

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