Author Topic: "Sancha" - My cb750 Cafe Project - Finished Pics (Read 20781 times)

haggeo · « **Reply #25 on:** September 23, 2010, 08:49:57 AM »

are those the stock forks?

goaarongo · « **Reply #26 on:** September 23, 2010, 09:08:05 AM »

Yep. The triple trees are clamped on a bit lower though - about 10cm exposed at the top. And I added the stainless steel peices you see between the tripple trees.

I scored a set of new fork tubes for a friend, but turns out they are for an F model and the fittings in the bottom are a bit different. If anyone is rebuilding a 77-78 750F I have a pair of fork tubes for sale.

HedNut · « **Reply #27 on:** September 23, 2010, 09:16:57 AM »

Cool Build! Love where you're going with the bike!

the architect · « **Reply #28 on:** September 24, 2010, 06:59:51 AM »

Looking great, Aaron! I'd love to see this in person. I didn't think about it, but I was actually in Austin a few weeks ago picking up my new project(s) - 3 early 70's CB350 twins

Meet half-way, maybe . . . say, in Shiner?

goaarongo · « **Reply #29 on:** September 24, 2010, 07:26:07 AM »

Thanks Chris - Shiner could make for an awesome ride. Visiting that brewery has been high on my to do list for a while. Just need to get the thing started first...

I can't believe you snatched those 350's from under my nose. Are they the 'scrambler style' with the high pipes and all the crazy chrome down the side? That is the #1 bike on my want list.

Coyote13 · « **Reply #30 on:** September 24, 2010, 07:51:09 AM »

I may have to join you guys for that Shiner ride, been on my to-do list for way too long

goaarongo · « **Reply #31 on:** September 28, 2010, 10:27:31 PM »

This Shiner ride may have to be the victory lap for this bike. I have really been enjouying the cooler temperatures... hope everyone is out riding. Any of you Texans planning on the Harvest Classic coming up in a few weeks? http://harvestclassic.org/

I just added 100 ft of 1 inch Titanium exhaust wrap to my pipes. A couple of my friends were clammoring for it, so I couldn't dissapont.

Glad I got two rolls - that little three foot peice hanging off is all I had left.

Coyote13 · « **Reply #32 on:** September 29, 2010, 08:20:52 AM »

NICE man. Those pipes are gonna look suhhhhweeeeet!

rickmoore24 · « **Reply #33 on:** September 29, 2010, 08:46:54 AM »

Yes, the wrap came out tight! Nice job.

oohai · « **Reply #34 on:** September 29, 2010, 09:18:58 AM »

that is some nice wrapping. Awesome build man. I would love to stop by and take a look at it. I'm starting my build here soon and should be ready to ride by spring time.

goaarongo · « **Reply #35 on:** October 07, 2010, 07:54:49 AM »

Hey guys - Got most of my wiring squared away now, and I'm all set to paint the tank/seat/side covers etc. this weekend. Even decided on the color and bought the paint. Plus, my brother-in law has been helping me modify my exhaust. We had to cut and re-weld the baffle so I could shorten the muffler the way I wanted. Really interested to hear how its going to sound. If all goes well, I could have a complete bike in very short order.

oohai - interested to hear more about your project. What are you building?

Coyote & Architect... Harvest Classic? Come on, you know you wanna...

goaarongo · « **Reply #36 on:** October 12, 2010, 07:30:54 AM »

Was out at my grandfather's house this weekend, and he and my brother-in-law helped me paint. This was a first for me, and I have to say I am really happy with the results. Everything was sanded down and cleaned first, then we sprayed on the primer. For paint I used a urethane base coat / clear coat. There's a run or two on a couple parts, but overall I think it turned out awesome.

Here's the base coat:

And here it is with the clear coat applied:

The dog licking his balls in the background is named Pete.

HedNut · « **Reply #37 on:** October 12, 2010, 11:06:45 AM »

Nice! Great job for a first timer! SLICK!

greenjeans · « **Reply #38 on:** October 12, 2010, 02:27:15 PM »

Would ya hurry up and get that thing back together...

really looking great. well done.

Anti-Johnny · « **Reply #39 on:** November 03, 2010, 10:22:16 PM »

What is the story on your fork ears and turn signals?

I was thinking about going LED but with those housings, I might decide to stay with incandescent. Sharp.

Speed King · « **Reply #40 on:** November 04, 2010, 06:13:28 AM »

Man, great job - I like everything. Rims are really cool. Can't wait to see it done.

goaarongo · « **Reply #41 on:** November 04, 2010, 08:18:40 AM »

Slow to post again, but I have not been totally unproductive.

I was hoping to have my cafe project done for the Harvest Classic in Luckenbach a week or so back, but a couple small setbacks are still keeping the bike from being done. So, I took some time to give my other cb750 a serious tune up. Good thing too, 'cause I think she was getting jealous...

Completely rebuilt the front end, greased steering bearings, new fork oil & seals, NEW PROGRESSIVE SPRINGS (awesome), replaced torn gator, rebuilt front brake and added stainless steel line. Also swapped out a broken left hand control on the handlebar and replaced my ratty grips with new ones. New speedo cable too.

Then I tore down the rear end, greased the swing arm, adjusted the rear shocks, adjusted the rear brake, and adjusted and lubed the chain. Also replaced a broken bracket that holds up the rear of my exhaust.

I took off my velocity stack experiment and replaced them with K&N pods, adjusted the timing slightly, and the idle screws on the carbs. Did a refresh on my starter solenoid. Put in fresh plugs, added fresh fuel line and filters, and finally changed the oil and filter. I even polished my saddlebags while I was at it.

Now if I can just finish that cafe project...

goaarongo · « **Reply #42 on:** November 12, 2010, 07:11:46 AM »

Had the day off yesterday and finally rounded up the last of the electrical components I was missing. Thought I would give it some gasoline and see what happened...

This is actually the second time the bike ran. I flooded it the first time.

goaarongo · « **Reply #43 on:** November 15, 2010, 02:41:20 PM »

Maiden Voyage! My tank is still a week or two from being ready, but I fit up one off my other bike and took her for a spin. Trying to be gentle, and keep the RPMs low, but I rode around town for the first time on Saturday. Such a great feeling.

theofam · « **Reply #44 on:** November 15, 2010, 03:48:29 PM »

Sancha is looking/sounding great! I saw you painted the tank. What else are you waiting for before the tank is ready?

HedNut · « **Reply #45 on:** November 15, 2010, 05:27:59 PM »

It's a good day when the bike starts up for the first time!! Congratz! Looking forward to seeing this bad boy come together!

goaarongo · « **Reply #46 on:** November 16, 2010, 07:37:47 AM »

Thanks HedNut. Saw you won BOTM in November - congrats man. I love those rims. Good luck in the run for BOTY.

theofam - I was having some clearance issues with my carbs. Been working with Roc City to modify the bottom and reseal it. I can't recommend that shop enough. Great quality work and they really stand behind the product.

theofam · « **Reply #47 on:** November 16, 2010, 11:34:06 AM »

Yeah, I remember Traveler was happy with his tank and cowl from Roc City. Sounds like they're good guys.

HedNut · « **Reply #48 on:** November 17, 2010, 04:21:47 AM »

THANKS Goaarongo!!! Cheers!

goaarongo · « **Reply #49 on:** February 07, 2011, 12:09:19 PM »

Coming out of hibernation. Finished bike picks to come soon...

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Author Topic: "Sancha" - My cb750 Cafe Project - Finished Pics (Read 20781 times)

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