Author Topic: CB750k4 stock resto (Read 17337 times)

JimM68 · « **Reply #25 on:** December 22, 2011, 05:25:06 pm »

Can ya say "oh poop!" Sure I knew ya could....

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Stev-o · « **Reply #26 on:** December 22, 2011, 05:29:54 pm »

Hey Jim - keep forgetting to ask....is that your '68 Camaro? ('69?)

JimM68 · « **Reply #27 on:** December 22, 2011, 06:01:07 pm »

Ok... just about time to get serious.
She's nice and stable on the centerstand and front tire for the last night.

Tell me about getting the engine out of this thing?

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JimM68 · « **Reply #28 on:** December 22, 2011, 07:25:12 pm »

Yes Steve, that be my baby back there. She's a 68 Convertible.
My project from '99 to '07. Here's a couple pics.

Stev-o · « **Reply #29 on:** December 22, 2011, 08:36:36 pm »

Beautiful! Love the color and the Cragers. I had a '68 Firebird covt.

K5owner · « **Reply #30 on:** December 23, 2011, 02:20:35 am »

Getting the engine out isn't too bad. It helps if you have an extra set of hands. Getting the engine back in without scratching the frame just takes patience. My back isn't what it use to be, so I decided to rest the engine on its side (w/pads) to lower the frame onto it versus working it through sideways.

Here's a link to the reassembly of my 750. The first few photos gives you an idea of how the motor went back in.
https://picasaweb.google.com/107470341290124962680/1975CB750ReAssembly
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p.s. nice Camaro!

Toxic · « **Reply #31 on:** December 23, 2011, 03:44:27 am »

Yes, take off the front wheel, loosen all engine mount bolts and then lay the whole thing on it's left side. Some guys use an old tire to put this on.

Take off the bolts you loosened and lift the frame off of the engine.

Lay down plastic underneath everything as oil will leak out.

wedoo2 · « **Reply #32 on:** December 23, 2011, 04:01:42 am »

Watching the build. You have a good bike to start with so things should come out fine, On the muffler clamps, I painted mine the same color as the engine will be with high heat paint. They are no linger chrome, but they will match the engine. Also, I used Krylon Fusion for plastic on my air box and rear underside fender. Soaked them all in Simple Green for a couple of days and they look like new.

BTW, you have the fastest looking floor on the forum.

JimM68 · « **Reply #33 on:** December 24, 2011, 04:09:15 pm »

Thanks much guys. On christmas eve, #1 and #3 sons helped me get the engine out.

So I'm figuring by Tuesday next I'll have the frame stripped and take it to the powder coater. And in the meantime I will start really cleaning the motor...

Best silver paint to match original?

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JimM68 · « **Reply #34 on:** December 24, 2011, 04:37:26 pm »

And while I'm sure we have a forum for this, I AM COMPLETELY SICK OF MY #$%*ING WIFE COMPLAINING AT ME FOR DOING TOO MUCH? FOR CHRISTSAKE, MOST F#$%^*ING WIVES COMPLAIN ABOUT THIER MEN SITTING IN FRONT OF THE GD TELEVISION WITH A BEER IN ONE HAND AND THE REMOTE IN THE OTHER.. GD it I am so sick of this crap, i work my ass off from down to dusk if it's not at work then it's at home making our house nicer I am so sick of her SH*T I could just vomit. I've been working on repainting the master bath all day along with playing with the bike for maybe 10 minutes while #1 son helped me get the engine out, and I've spent the last hour helping her make dinner and she has to give me #$%* about having a couple margaritas?
For christsake I could just vomit just to lpiss her off.....

sorry guys, merry christmas. Jim

JimM68 · « **Reply #35 on:** December 24, 2011, 04:44:09 pm »

I need a GD facebook page she doesn't know about....
Damn it I'm pissed.....

Have I showed u guys my super bus yet?

Damned bithch keeps it up, i hitch the jeep to the bus, the CB750 to the jeep, and roll on outa HERE, I don't need her crap!!!

K5owner · « **Reply #36 on:** December 25, 2011, 02:24:54 am »

Hope things are going smoother for you. The Holidays can be demanding. Hang in there.
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Honda "Cloud Silver" is only available in touch-up paint (last I checked). I bought pretty much every kind of silver rattle can paint that had the right temp rating to compare them to a new CB750 case (yes, NOS, no engine number). Dupli-Color, Silver Caliper Paint #BCP103 is a great match, goes on well and dries quickly.
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Merry Christmas Everyone!
Two of our youngest grandkids asked "How does Santa bring presents, when you don't have a chimney?
Answer... Santa has a "Magic Key" to the front door.

JimM68 · « **Reply #37 on:** December 26, 2011, 03:20:43 pm »

Hey guys. Merry Christmas! My first chance to get out in the shop this weekend. Still need to get the stands and the frontend off the frame.

How much prep should I do to the frame before taking it to the powdercoater? Any?

Should I take off the vin plate?
Does it come off?
Or just have em tape it off?

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Stev-o · « **Reply #38 on:** December 26, 2011, 04:22:14 pm »

If you value the VIN plate, take it off. Don recently trusted hid powder coater with it and the plate was destroyed. There are two special rivits holding it on.

JimM68 · « **Reply #39 on:** December 26, 2011, 05:07:44 pm »

ok then, thanks Steve! I take it I drill them out? And they can be bought somewhere?

Stev-o · « **Reply #40 on:** December 26, 2011, 05:17:05 pm »

I haven't had to do it, but most guys grind the head off, then drill out the remains.
Here is a photo of the rivet...

http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=81358.msg913398#msg913398

JimM68 · « **Reply #41 on:** December 26, 2011, 06:02:01 pm »

ok. cool. not really rivets, knurled pins. Grind off the heads and punch em through.

They can be bought?

Thanks Stevo!

Stev-o · « **Reply #42 on:** December 27, 2011, 07:00:21 pm »

Yes, check this thread for the info....

http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=29686.0

K5owner · « **Reply #43 on:** December 28, 2011, 05:05:34 am »

As far as prep before powder coating; I usually check the frame over good, look for cracks, minor pits and grooves can be worked out. I had to straighten one of the down tubes (looked like someone had used it to pry the exhaust off). Ask to see their color samples. I personally don't go with gloss black, there's a shade that's not so "super shiny' that seems to mimic the stock color.
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Good stuff Stev-0. I wish I would have joined this forum sooner. The VIN tag details are great!

65Ch3v3LL3 · « **Reply #44 on:** December 28, 2011, 06:36:08 am »

There is a "bike black" that is a 90% gloss. That is what Harley and many other manufacturers use on their frames. It durable and looks great.

JimM68 · « **Reply #45 on:** December 30, 2011, 03:19:38 pm »

Well she's stripped to nothing. Most parts at least initially cloeaned, and everything bagged and tagged.

Next week the frame, stands, motor mounts, and battery box go to the powdercoater. I'll use that semi gloss black.

Time to strartcleaning, painting,, and polishing the powerplant. Any tips on descyzzing between the fins, 'specially the head. I won't be taking the motor apart, no need, just needa make her pretty again.

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Stev-o · « **Reply #46 on:** December 30, 2011, 05:11:01 pm »

Use Gunk foamy engine cleaner and a bottle brush works great on the fins. Both should be available at your local auto pets store

http://www.amazon.com/16-BRASS-BOTTLE-BRUSH-TZ63-06058/dp/B0056K9O7E/ref=sr_1_32?ie=UTF8&qid=1325293677&sr=8-32

K5owner · « **Reply #47 on:** December 31, 2011, 01:34:08 am »

I've also seen where soda blasting is used.

JimM68 · « **Reply #48 on:** December 31, 2011, 05:14:27 am »

Happy New Year and Good Morning!!!

So... It's 7 AM, and I gotta 3 day weekend! Other than a trip to the sisterinlaws tonight and a kinda big master bathroom to paint, I'm spending my weekend with my Honda.
Hmmm, better get dressed and have a quick breakfast!

JimM68 · « **Reply #49 on:** December 31, 2011, 02:32:07 pm »

Managed to steal an hour...
Spent it with some parts washer solvnent, 2 brushes, a pad of steel wool and a can of brakeclean. Got most of the heavy crud off the back and bottom of the motor.

Thank God once the heavy crud is gone, each cleaning will be easier. Someday it might even be clean enough for paint.

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Author Topic: CB750k4 stock resto (Read 17337 times)