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Re: 74 550 semi cafe rebuild
« Reply #50 on: December 22, 2010, 06:12:21 PM »
Problem with parts for Chritmas is the list just keeps getting longer.  Santa's going to have to add a 2nd sleigh. ;) :)

i only need a few more parts for this bike

drag bars
headlight brackets
grip
carb gaskets

^^^^these are what i think my inlaws are getting me...

i need to find a airbox cover too
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Re: 74 550 semi cafe rebuild
« Reply #51 on: December 22, 2010, 06:59:26 PM »
Boy, do I wish my list was that short.  I need all that plus....
1977 CB550/4 Cafe - Speed Warrior / BOTM 03/11
1980 CB750F (project)
Whittaker GBF Vintage Racing Sidecar (XS750 power) - ITG / 151's / CMR Racing Products (SOLD)
1976 CB400 SS - stock / BOTM 04/11 (SOLD)
1973 CB750 K - basket case (SOLD)
77 CB550 Cafe build
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Re: 74 550 semi cafe rebuild
« Reply #52 on: December 23, 2010, 04:16:47 AM »
and a seat cover rear tire......you know it the list it always growing :P
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Re: 74 550 semi cafe rebuild
« Reply #53 on: December 23, 2010, 05:46:39 AM »
and a seat cover rear tire......you know it the list it always growing :P

funny how that happens.  :D :D :D
1977 CB550/4 Cafe - Speed Warrior / BOTM 03/11
1980 CB750F (project)
Whittaker GBF Vintage Racing Sidecar (XS750 power) - ITG / 151's / CMR Racing Products (SOLD)
1976 CB400 SS - stock / BOTM 04/11 (SOLD)
1973 CB750 K - basket case (SOLD)
77 CB550 Cafe build
550/750 Filter Thread
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Re: 74 550 semi cafe rebuild
« Reply #54 on: December 23, 2010, 06:52:17 AM »
I'm in the same pattern where every day I order everything I think I need. Then I repeat the process the next day, and the next day, and..............     I feel like Bill Murray in Groundhog Day.

The bike is looking great!
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Re: 74 550 semi cafe rebuild
« Reply #55 on: December 23, 2010, 03:05:35 PM »
I'm in the same pattern where every day I order everything I think I need. Then I repeat the process the next day, and the next day, and..............      I feel like Bill Murray in Groundhog Day.
The bike is looking great!

Just did that.  Went in to pick up some SS bolts today, so I could get some things finished over the weekend.  While standing at the counter, realized I had forgotten to write down the length I need for the kick start. :(  Back on Monday. ::)
1977 CB550/4 Cafe - Speed Warrior / BOTM 03/11
1980 CB750F (project)
Whittaker GBF Vintage Racing Sidecar (XS750 power) - ITG / 151's / CMR Racing Products (SOLD)
1976 CB400 SS - stock / BOTM 04/11 (SOLD)
1973 CB750 K - basket case (SOLD)
77 CB550 Cafe build
550/750 Filter Thread
Sidecar Rebuild Thread

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Re: 74 550 semi cafe rebuild
« Reply #56 on: December 24, 2010, 01:28:41 PM »
picked up my tins today from my bro, i have to say they turned out damn fine  :o


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Re: 74 550 semi cafe rebuild
« Reply #57 on: December 24, 2010, 02:29:06 PM »
i couldn't help myself had to see what they looked like on the bike, i love that paint



i also added a little touch to one of the side covers

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Re: 74 550 semi cafe rebuild
« Reply #58 on: December 24, 2010, 03:05:17 PM »
picked up my tins today from my bro, i have to say they turned out damn fine  :o




beautiful! That doesn't look like the Prowler Orange though?
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Re: 74 550 semi cafe rebuild
« Reply #59 on: December 24, 2010, 03:26:48 PM »
lookin good!
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Re: 74 550 semi cafe rebuild
« Reply #60 on: December 24, 2010, 07:06:51 PM »
picked up my tins today from my bro, i have to say they turned out damn fine  :o




beautiful! That doesn't look like the Prowler Orange though?
the pic makes it look dark,,,,out in the sun it shines and sparkles
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Re: 74 550 semi cafe rebuild
« Reply #61 on: December 25, 2010, 05:16:53 AM »
Very nice paint. Serves as a motavational tool for me to get off my a$$ and get mine done.

Looks good! Keep it going!

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Re: 74 550 semi cafe rebuild
« Reply #62 on: December 25, 2010, 05:20:35 AM »
Paint looks great, I love orange.

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Re: 74 550 semi cafe rebuild
« Reply #63 on: December 25, 2010, 05:31:59 AM »
It's really coming along. Can't wait to see how it progresses!

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Re: 74 550 semi cafe rebuild
« Reply #64 on: December 25, 2010, 07:04:03 AM »
thanks guys ill be ordering my parts i need today because the inlaws are paying for them....merry christmas to me  ;)
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Re: 74 550 semi cafe rebuild
« Reply #65 on: December 25, 2010, 11:32:12 AM »
Just catching up on posts, after Christmas dinner.  Feel like the bird, stuffed! :D

Those tins look great cafe500.  Your brother did a great job.
1977 CB550/4 Cafe - Speed Warrior / BOTM 03/11
1980 CB750F (project)
Whittaker GBF Vintage Racing Sidecar (XS750 power) - ITG / 151's / CMR Racing Products (SOLD)
1976 CB400 SS - stock / BOTM 04/11 (SOLD)
1973 CB750 K - basket case (SOLD)
77 CB550 Cafe build
550/750 Filter Thread
Sidecar Rebuild Thread

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Re: 74 550 semi cafe rebuild
« Reply #66 on: December 25, 2010, 05:55:27 PM »
Just catching up on posts, after Christmas dinner.  Feel like the bird, stuffed! :D

Those tins look great cafe500.  Your brother did a great job.
tell me about it i have been eating junk all day, and it will resume tomorrow.....

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Re: 74 550 semi cafe rebuild
« Reply #67 on: December 29, 2010, 06:50:10 PM »
well i got my package today from z1

drag bars
headlight brackets
grips
4 carb kits

got the bars on and the headlight bucket mounted and one carb done

ill post picks tomorrow  ;D
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Re: 74 550 semi cafe rebuild
« Reply #68 on: January 01, 2011, 02:23:48 PM »
got some more done today



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Re: 74 550 semi cafe rebuild
« Reply #69 on: January 09, 2011, 11:04:01 AM »
got her fired up today

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Re: 74 550 semi cafe rebuild
« Reply #70 on: January 09, 2011, 11:10:34 AM »
Congrats!  Sounds like you've made some big progress. Any new pics we need to see?

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Re: 74 550 semi cafe rebuild
« Reply #71 on: January 09, 2011, 01:32:54 PM »
Congrats!  Sounds like you've made some big progress. Any new pics we need to see?

not yet but there will be
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Re: 74 550 semi cafe rebuild
« Reply #72 on: January 09, 2011, 02:27:35 PM »
Great news that its up and running.  Nothing like hearing it running for the 1st time.
1977 CB550/4 Cafe - Speed Warrior / BOTM 03/11
1980 CB750F (project)
Whittaker GBF Vintage Racing Sidecar (XS750 power) - ITG / 151's / CMR Racing Products (SOLD)
1976 CB400 SS - stock / BOTM 04/11 (SOLD)
1973 CB750 K - basket case (SOLD)
77 CB550 Cafe build
550/750 Filter Thread
Sidecar Rebuild Thread

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Re: 74 550 semi cafe rebuild
« Reply #73 on: January 09, 2011, 02:30:59 PM »
Brap Brap, that the finest sounding music.

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Re: 74 550 semi cafe rebuild
« Reply #74 on: January 09, 2011, 02:51:43 PM »
Great news that its up and running.  Nothing like hearing it running for the 1st time.

well it;s not the first time for it running but the first time since i tore it down
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