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Offline VJ400

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Vincent from Texas
« on: February 22, 2011, 02:40:02 PM »
Hi I'm Vincent and I'm very new to this cafe racer scene. I just recently picked up a 1972 Honda CB750




My daily project so far is this.

http://s113.photobucket.com/albums/n232/VJ924/?action=view&current=72362_157563067608994_100000659043918_347596_5929137_n-Copy.jpg


I would like to make a nice cafe racer out of it so if the people of the forum could point me in the right direction it would be nice. Also there are lots of things that need to be rebuilt. Forks and motor for sure. Also brakes and the frame and tank need love and paint but i should be able to handle that. Help and advice is always appreciated.
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Re: Vincent from Texas
« Reply #1 on: February 22, 2011, 03:03:02 PM »
Welcome. Good luck with both projects. Keep posting progress pics when you can.
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Re: Vincent from Texas
« Reply #2 on: February 22, 2011, 10:35:41 PM »
Welcome, Vincent. What part of Texas are you in? We have members in DFW, Austin, and Lubbock that I know of.
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Re: Vincent from Texas
« Reply #3 on: February 23, 2011, 07:30:31 AM »
I live in Beaumont Texas. Its about an hour from Houston and maybe 3-4 from Austin.
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Re: Vincent from Texas
« Reply #4 on: February 23, 2011, 04:16:23 PM »
   If you're not shy about digging into that Sylvia the bike should be no problem.  You'll have to approach it differently of course, since there may be a chance of mechanical damage since it's not running.  If it were me I'd start by getting a manual from the FAQ and get cozy with it.  Does it even turn over? 
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Re: Vincent from Texas
« Reply #5 on: February 23, 2011, 05:26:32 PM »
These Texans are popping up a lot lately. 
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Re: Vincent from Texas
« Reply #6 on: February 23, 2011, 05:29:14 PM »
Welcome form NY and good luck on your projects.
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Re: Vincent from Texas
« Reply #7 on: February 23, 2011, 09:22:55 PM »
Quote from: fastbroshi on February 23, 2011, 04:16:23 PM
   If you're not shy about digging into that Sylvia the bike should be no problem.  You'll have to approach it differently of course, since there may be a chance of mechanical damage since it's not running.  If it were me I'd start by getting a manual from the FAQ and get cozy with it.  Does it even turn over? 

No sir i have already dug into this 1jz a bit so i think i can handle this bike. I started by removing the spark plugs and pouring a bit of marvel mystery oil into it. I then tried to apply light pressure to the kick start but it does not want to move. Ill give it a few days and go from there. I hope to have the motor freed up soon. After that Ill start rebuilding the motor and stripping the bike down. The forks also need some work.
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Re: Vincent from Texas
« Reply #8 on: February 23, 2011, 09:41:03 PM »
First off welcome, fellow Texan!

Do this, it works:

1. Mix a blend of50/50 ATF and acetone and pour a generous amount in each cylinder.
2. Let it sit for about three days.
3. Put the bike in 3rd gear and rock it back and forth, trying to free the rings.

I did this to my 750 last year.


Good Luck.
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Re: Vincent from Texas
« Reply #9 on: February 23, 2011, 09:51:49 PM »
Okay I ask this next question because simpler things have been overlooked.  The bike's transmission is in neutral correct? If you're not used to a bike it can be easy to go into second gear and not realize it.
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Re: Vincent from Texas
« Reply #10 on: February 24, 2011, 09:50:32 AM »
Quote from: fastbroshi on February 23, 2011, 09:51:49 PM
Okay I ask this next question because simpler things have been overlooked.  The bike's transmission is in neutral correct? If you're not used to a bike it can be easy to go into second gear and not realize it.

Will it not turn if its in 2nd?! Im pretty sure its in neutral. Im going to work on it a little bit more today. I started taking a few things off of it. Im going to remove the gas tank, seat, handle bars, and maybe forks today.
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Re: Vincent from Texas
« Reply #11 on: February 24, 2011, 11:16:37 AM »
My wife is from Texas and 3 kids were born there. That said.  When a Texan pops up it's whack a mole time.  SHHH don't tell the wife
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Re: Vincent from Texas
« Reply #12 on: February 24, 2011, 12:27:51 PM »
Quote from: wardenerd on February 24, 2011, 11:16:37 AM
My wife is from Texas and 3 kids were born there. That said.  When a Texan pops up it's whack a mole time.  SHHH don't tell the wife

HAHAHAHA!!!! Wont say a word.
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Re: Vincent from Texas
« Reply #13 on: February 24, 2011, 08:54:40 PM »
It will, but it will require more force.   **EDIT* Just to be clear, this is because the crank is is now mechanically trying to send power through the tranny to the rear wheel.  If the rear wheel is on the ground, you'll essentially be attempting to move the bike forward and the tire may skitter on the concrete a bit, as if you were trying to burn some rubber.  **  Easiest way to tell is get the rear wheel off the ground and attempt to turn the crank.  Shouldn't take too much effort.   If it turns, you're in gear, but even better, your motor is rotating.

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Re: Vincent from Texas
« Reply #14 on: February 24, 2011, 10:42:28 PM »
Quote from: fastbroshi on February 24, 2011, 08:54:40 PM
It will, but it will require more force.   Easiest way to tell is get the rear wheel off the ground and attempt to turn the crank.  Shouldn't take too much effort. 

ill give it a shot
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Re: Vincent from Texas
« Reply #15 on: February 25, 2011, 11:08:00 AM »
Skitter?  Broshi, go take a nap!   ;D
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Re: Vincent from Texas
« Reply #16 on: February 25, 2011, 12:51:05 PM »
Quit jerkin' my chain dude, I know YOU know what that word means!   ;D
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