Topic: 74 cb750 brakes and shocks

[mk0094@hotmail.com]

ok, first things first, i have a 74 cb 750, and i put the front caliper on, but it is kinda tight w/o any fluid in it, is that normal? the pads look new, but i got it from a junk yard, so i dont know,....... the pads do rub on the rotor, when the mounting bolts are tight. is that normal?

next. i want to disect the rear shocks to clean them, and maybe shorten the spring. are there any fancy tricks to doing so?

thanks
mike

[bryanj]

Caliper needs stripping out and cleaning, shocks need a spring compressor tool DO NOT cut the springs they need the length to hold the collets in, if you want softer suspension buy some aftermarket weaker springs

[ProTeal55]

I am sure you caliper needs to be rebuilt. I betcha the pistion in there is ticking ,thus making your
brake pads rub as you said. Those damn brake pistions are big $$$.....

If you are looking to lower your bike, you are better off buying a set of "short-shocks" from somewhere.I would try the guys at Cycle-Recycle--->http://HTTP://WWW.CRC2ONLINECATALOG.COM
If you get into their "chopper"catalogue, they sell 11'' short shocks for around $80 bucks.
Allot easier and safer than altering yours...