Author Topic: Sam, Sparty's engine is coming together! (Read 6880 times)

sparty · « **Reply #25 on:** July 18, 2007, 07:44:33 PM »

Guys,

I just added some "before" pictures.

http://www.basd.net/staff/aentz/CB750/CB750_page.htm

Art

Jugghead · « **Reply #26 on:** July 19, 2007, 05:29:53 PM »

Quote from: jalfonso on July 17, 2007, 12:58:52 PM

Thanks for the link Jugghead!

No problemo, I remebered reading about it recently and just used the search function to find the thread again.

Sometimes I can't find jack using the search, so I'm happy to help!

sparty · « **Reply #27 on:** July 20, 2007, 09:29:12 AM »

Mike just sent me some pictures of the cases mated. I posted the pictures.

http://www.basd.net/staff/aentz/CB750/CB750_page.htm

Art

Jerry Rxman Griffin aka MuthaF'er · « **Reply #28 on:** July 20, 2007, 02:34:02 PM »

Art,

Why aren't you getting excited???

It's almost an engine now!!

Mike,

How did the install on the crank studs go? We need our first report on these please.

sparty · « **Reply #29 on:** July 20, 2007, 02:37:55 PM »

Quote from: RxmanGriff on July 20, 2007, 02:34:02 PM

Art,

Why aren't you getting excited??? It's almost an engine now!!

Mike,

How did the install on the crank studs go? We need our first report on these please.

Oh, I am excited. I am also a little nervous. I had a dream that I dropped the engine while installing it back into the frame.

Art

Jonesy · « **Reply #30 on:** July 20, 2007, 03:20:02 PM »

Then do the old trick of putting the frame over the engine while the engine is tipped up on it's side- this way, you can't drop it!

newcomtd · « **Reply #31 on:** July 20, 2007, 04:31:55 PM »

What kind of paint is that on the crankcase? Looks like a decent match to the factory paint; maybe just a bit too much gloss.

MRieck · « **Reply #32 on:** July 20, 2007, 06:52:47 PM »

Quote from: RxmanGriff on July 20, 2007, 02:34:02 PM

Art,

Why aren't you getting excited??? It's almost an engine now!!

Mike,

How did the install on the crank studs go? We need our first report on these please.

Jerry
Bottom end studs can be a bit of a pain in butt as you need to position the lower case precisely when joining the halves. It is very easy to gouge a main bearing unless you are careful. You really need a second set of hands which I had in my oldest son. He kept an eye on the center shift fork too. The studs are great in you can increase the clamping pressure and not hurt the case threads.

MRieck · « **Reply #33 on:** July 20, 2007, 06:54:55 PM »

Quote from: newcomtd on July 20, 2007, 04:31:55 PM

What kind of paint is that on the crankcase? Looks like a decent match to the factory paint; maybe just a bit too much gloss.

Duplicolor Aluminum engine enamel. The gloss does temper over time too.

Kevin D · « **Reply #34 on:** July 20, 2007, 09:28:30 PM »

Quote

I had a dream

I'd say you have a sweet dream coming true.

Extra nice assembly photos too.

Sweep · « **Reply #35 on:** July 21, 2007, 05:23:44 AM »

Quote from: MRieck on July 20, 2007, 06:52:47 PM

Quote from: RxmanGriff on July 20, 2007, 02:34:02 PM
Art,

Why aren't you getting excited??? It's almost an engine now!!

Mike,

How did the install on the crank studs go? We need our first report on these please.
Jerry
Bottom end studs can be a bit of a pain in butt as you need to position the lower case precisely when joining the halves. It is very easy to gouge a main bearing unless you are careful. You really need a second set of hands which I had in my oldest son. He kept an eye on the center shift fork too. The studs are great in you can increase the clamping pressure and not hurt the case threads.

I had a bit idiot moment with the bottom end studs. I got both sets from Dynoman.net and after installing the top end studs I'm looking at the other set and then at the bottom case and there was head scratching there friends and neighbors. Only after seeing Sparty's pictures did I understand how these work and are attached to the TOP CASE! I'm glad I read this warning also, I'll make sure I have help when I mate the cases.

sparty · « **Reply #36 on:** July 23, 2007, 06:57:12 PM »

Guys,
Mike just sent me pics of the polished valve cover. I posted them to my page. Words can't describe the work.

http://www.basd.net/staff/aentz/CB750/CB750_page.htm

Art

MRieck · « **Reply #37 on:** July 23, 2007, 07:06:17 PM »

Art
I should have sent a pic with #1 & #4 recesses really blended in to allow for very easy plug removal. Honestly....this cam cover and the others are totally bad ass. I wish I could polish one half as well.....Alister is the best no matter what you want. Original concours finish etc.... I'm lucky to call him a good friend.

MRieck · « **Reply #38 on:** July 23, 2007, 07:09:17 PM »

PS.....Thank God I don't have to keep it looking good.

Sam Green Racing · « **Reply #39 on:** July 23, 2007, 07:12:03 PM »

Sam.

sparty · « **Reply #40 on:** July 23, 2007, 07:15:38 PM »

Quote from: MRieck on July 23, 2007, 07:09:17 PM

PS.....Thank God I don't have to keep it looking good.

ha ha. I am looking forward to it.

sparty · « **Reply #41 on:** July 23, 2007, 07:16:19 PM »

Quote from: MRieck on July 23, 2007, 07:06:17 PM

Art
I should have sent a pic with #1 & #4 recesses really blended in to allow for very easy plug removal. Honestly....this cam cover and the others are totally bad ass. I wish I could polish one half as well.....Alister is the best no matter what you want. Original concours finish etc.... I'm lucky to call him a good friend.

When you have a chance send it. I'll post it.

MRieck · « **Reply #42 on:** July 23, 2007, 07:30:47 PM »

Quote from: sparty on July 23, 2007, 07:16:19 PM

Quote from: MRieck on July 23, 2007, 07:06:17 PM
Art
I should have sent a pic with #1 & #4 recesses really blended in to allow for very easy plug removal. Honestly....this cam cover and the others are totally bad ass. I wish I could polish one half as well.....Alister is the best no matter what you want. Original concours finish etc.... I'm lucky to call him a good friend.

When you have a chance send it. I'll post it.

Just did.

sparty · « **Reply #43 on:** July 23, 2007, 07:44:33 PM »

I just added those pictures. You should be wearing white gloves to handle those covers.

http://www.basd.net/staff/aentz/CB750/CB750_page.htm

MRieck · « **Reply #44 on:** July 23, 2007, 07:46:36 PM »

Quote from: sparty on July 23, 2007, 07:44:33 PM

I just added those pictures. You should be wearing white gloves to handle those covers.

http://www.basd.net/staff/aentz/CB750/CB750_page.htm

Yes
Like Springfield Armory with Civil War rifles etc. I hear you man....loud and clear.

Sam Green Racing · « **Reply #45 on:** July 23, 2007, 08:14:46 PM »

You two are sure having fun showing off

I'll have to get down to my local super market for some Chimay to help me join in your fun

Or should I save it for the completed motor ?

Sam.

pablo78cb550 · « **Reply #46 on:** July 23, 2007, 11:26:39 PM »

Ok, how the heck does everyone get the cases to polish up like that.
i sand(800) i scotch bright(red and grey) and buff, and its like night and day compaired to the things I've see on this site.
do i need to bead blast first? is that the trick?
should i just get them done professionally?

andy750 · « **Reply #47 on:** July 24, 2007, 06:21:56 AM »

Hey Sam I think we are all going to toast with Chimay when this motor is complete...and running! Im looking forward to the video :-D

cheers
Andy

Jerry Rxman Griffin aka MuthaF'er · « **Reply #48 on:** July 24, 2007, 09:52:25 AM »

One word - C H R O M E !!!

That's really nice work but I also am glad I'm not polishing that stuff.

sparty · « **Reply #49 on:** July 24, 2007, 01:15:18 PM »

Quote from: RxmanGriff on July 24, 2007, 09:52:25 AM

One word - C H R O M E !!!

That's really nice work but I also am glad I'm not polishing that stuff.

Too many cruisers have chrome. Not many old bikes have nicely polished cases. Keeping the stuff bright will require some work, but it is good for the soul.

Art

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