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Offline wvshooter

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Hello from WV
« on: August 29, 2012, 09:52:37 PM »
Bought a '74 750 about a month ago with the intention of building a cafe racer. Just finished getting it disassembled down to the frame. I did a complete rehab of another '74 750 about ten years ago so everything is familiar.

I remembered how tough it was to pull the engine so this time around I bought a Harbor Freight engine hoist and fabricated a neat jig to slide under the frame and over the engine to make it a one person job. Worked like a charm.

I've already taken some cues from Hondaman and will incorporate a lot of his ideas. It's amazing how much support there is for these bikes.

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Re: Hello from WV
« Reply #1 on: August 30, 2012, 12:43:17 AM »
About where in wv are you from. Im about 20 min outside. Of wv
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Re: Hello from WV
« Reply #2 on: August 30, 2012, 05:11:20 AM »
Welcome, neighbor.
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Offline wvshooter

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Re: Hello from WV
« Reply #3 on: August 30, 2012, 05:25:13 PM »
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About where in wv are you from. Im about 20 min outside. Of wv


I'm in South Charleston.

I bought another '74 750 that was located in Ohio just up the river from Huntington about ten years ago. The engine had been removed and the rest was in boxes. I paid $150 and really didn't know what I had. Fortunately it turned out to be in good condition and made a nice bike.
I let it go after a few years and regretted it.

I'm going to spend some money on this current 750 and hang onto it. There's something about the SOHC's that strike a chord with me. Maybe it's their simplicity.

Where are you located in SE Ohio. I have a Kawasaki Concours I could use to ride up and get acquainted. I'd like to see your Honda if possible.   

Regards,

Dave

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Re: Hello from WV
« Reply #4 on: August 30, 2012, 05:45:56 PM »
I live in coal grove its right by ironton sns across the river from Ashland. You more than welcome to come up. It's nothing to look at right now  lol maybe soon it will be lol
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Poor boy chop 73 CB500 chop

Future project 77 Cb750 Amen Savior