Author Topic: 1974 CB550. Racetech Monoshock. JMR Head. Built Engine. "BLAC" (Read 183412 times)

RAFster122s · « **Reply #425 on:** January 10, 2017, 06:35:51 PM »

Not sure if you could pin the shafts. I think Calj use a dry film on the pins. Not sure if that is one with no wear or a later cover.

joeyvans · « **Reply #426 on:** January 10, 2017, 06:49:17 PM »

The pins push in from inside the cover after the shafts are lined up. Then, secure by nuts on the top of the cover.

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joeyvans · « **Reply #427 on:** January 10, 2017, 06:52:37 PM »

Quote from: Restoration Fan on January 10, 2017, 06:34:10 PM

Do any of these 3 fit the 'late model' classification?

Doesn't appear so, Ron.

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Restoration Fan · « **Reply #428 on:** January 10, 2017, 06:55:19 PM »

Oh well.

BLAC · « **Reply #429 on:** January 10, 2017, 07:06:40 PM »

That would have been too easy! Thanks for trying!

The search continues...

754 · « **Reply #430 on:** January 10, 2017, 09:33:43 PM »

What exactly is BLAC ? What does it mean..

BLAC · « **Reply #431 on:** January 10, 2017, 09:52:51 PM »

Built in Los Angeles California

I was originally going to post my build on a wordpress site and needed a name for the URL, I was going to do a much more 'blacked out' paint and design scheme so it worked as a working title to use for that and I haven't spent any time coming up with a replacement handle.

I also wanted to build an Instagram account to track the progress and wanted an account tag that was simple. It's also always been a dream of mine to build a car or bike (some sort of machine) that gets featured in a magazine, not for bragging rights but for some validation on craftsmanship and innovation at some level. And when you look bigger than you are, people tend to notice you more. I have already had some progress shots reposted by some fairly sizeable Motorcycle "Instagram pages" which has helped grow my followers to almost 7,000 people. All positioning really. Not saying this bike will be worthy of a feature, but maybe the second or third will!

That's the long winded answer to why I came up with a namesake.

754 · « **Reply #432 on:** January 10, 2017, 10:50:34 PM »

I hope to f#*@ you got more followers than the Wildeman..... I dont think he gets his from his bikes..

riverfever · « **Reply #433 on:** January 12, 2017, 04:30:08 PM »

Quote from: 754 on January 10, 2017, 10:50:34 PM

I hope to f#*@ you got more followers than the Wideman..... I dont think he gets his from his bikes..

BLAC · « **Reply #434 on:** January 12, 2017, 10:10:48 PM »

Who is the Wideman

754 · « **Reply #435 on:** January 12, 2017, 10:41:17 PM »

Spellled it wrong fixed it..Wilde..
Read .....Remnants of the Wilde............over in open forum..

BLAC · « **Reply #436 on:** January 13, 2017, 12:26:08 AM »

haha ok I get the reference now

Well I am going to pull the head off tomorrow and dissasemble everything, bag it then send to Nils then on to Mr Rieck!

Any last minute tips or "make sure you dont.." bits of information before I start turning bolts counter clockwise? I have the manuals and videos to guide me

calj737 · « **Reply #437 on:** January 13, 2017, 02:06:49 AM »

Use JIS screw drivers. Release the valve adjustment screws under the tappets before removing the valve cover. Take lots of pictures. Have fun and post up your progress!

NobleHops · « **Reply #438 on:** January 13, 2017, 06:05:40 AM »

You have the factory manual right Bryan? Give it a read before tearing into that, and as Cal suggests, take lots of photos. If you can lay hands on flats out of egg crates, those are awesome for storing things like the rockers and shafts more or less in position. WRT those, keep track of what was where.

+1000 on the JIS screwdrivers, if you don't have those already, they are a must, as is a good impact driver (not the toy that comes with the Vessel set).

BLAC · « **Reply #439 on:** January 13, 2017, 03:07:13 PM »

Quote from: calj737 on January 13, 2017, 02:06:49 AM

Use JIS screw drivers. Release the valve adjustment screws under the tappets before removing the valve cover. Take lots of pictures. Have fun and post up your progress!

By this do you mean "take the nut all the way off" or just back it way off?

Im good on the impact driver and the JIS screwdrivers

calj737 · « **Reply #440 on:** January 13, 2017, 03:40:17 PM »

Release all the tension. Don't LOSE those nuts. Rare as Hen's teeth.

BLAC · « **Reply #441 on:** January 13, 2017, 05:49:42 PM »

and if I lose them, I stand no chance of ever hitting 85 mph in second gear.

riverfever · « **Reply #442 on:** January 13, 2017, 05:55:29 PM »

Don't worry. You can say you did. Then go back and delete it and when things get dicey. It'll really be the same.

SOHC4 Cafe Racer Fan · « **Reply #443 on:** January 13, 2017, 07:10:33 PM »

That's par for the course with JWilde.

NobleHops · « **Reply #444 on:** January 13, 2017, 07:57:11 PM »

Quote from: BLAC on January 13, 2017, 05:49:42 PM

and if I lose them, I stand no chance of ever hitting 85 mph in second gear.

<golf clap>

Well played sir, well played!

BLAC · « **Reply #445 on:** January 14, 2017, 11:33:52 AM »

My engine is in a million pieces. SUCCESS!

I'll post some workflow pics soon, but my first question is regarding the transmission. I took the oil pan off and while looking at the gears I noticed a piece of metal between a couple of the gears.

I have a good understanding of how engines work, no understanding of transmissions, so if this is obviously supposed to be there and I'm an idiot, please don't hold back from calling me one :p
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Does this look alright to you?

NobleHops · « **Reply #446 on:** January 14, 2017, 11:50:35 AM »

If you're referring to this, that is definitely not kosher.

SOHC4 Cafe Racer Fan · « **Reply #447 on:** January 14, 2017, 11:52:28 AM »

Ouch!

754 · « **Reply #448 on:** January 14, 2017, 11:54:14 AM »

How was it shifting ? Looks like part of the shift fork maybe gone,not sure how that would happen ?

bwaller · « **Reply #449 on:** January 14, 2017, 01:39:21 PM »

Often those fork ends are rough or at least not finished. That one looks rougher than normal (previous contact?) but may have absolutely no negative effect as long as the sliding surfaces are untouched.

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Author Topic: 1974 CB550. Racetech Monoshock. JMR Head. Built Engine. "BLAC" (Read 183412 times)