Author Topic: TAO --- The South Seattle Cafe Project (Read 150984 times)

brandEn · « **Reply #375 on:** September 08, 2011, 03:45:12 PM »

Thanks jack!

Cevan · « **Reply #376 on:** September 08, 2011, 06:27:30 PM »

Awesome build. I've justed started on my '76 F1. I love the color. I painted my CB360 the Honda Element color. It was almost an exact match.

Question: how do you like the cafe seat height with the stock foot controls? I'm thinking of using the same seat and not modifying my controls.

brandEn · « **Reply #377 on:** September 08, 2011, 09:19:37 PM »

Thanks Cevan. That Element orange is nice and I was very close to going with that but in the end the Viper orange just kept calling.

As for controls, I really wish I had installed rearsets. I am 6' and I could use the extra leg room. I just didn't know any better when I was in that stage of my build. I have still been thinking of a way to add some rearsets without having to weld something and mess up my powdercoating. That said, my bike is still very rideable and not uncomfortable for me. The 75-76 F models have a couple different options for bolt on aftermarket rearsets (Raask, Tarozzi) and if they were available for the 77-78 F models I would have jumped on those. I still think the best option would be to use some Loaded Gun rearsets, or some crotch rocket rearsets with custom welded brackets installed on the frame.

Cevan · « **Reply #378 on:** September 09, 2011, 05:53:15 AM »

Ahh, I didn't know the Tarozzi rearsets were bolt on for the F1. I just called Fast from the Past and they are in stock.

Cevan · « **Reply #379 on:** September 09, 2011, 04:51:17 PM »

One more question. How thick was the aluminum pan you made for the seat?

hapakev · « **Reply #380 on:** September 09, 2011, 05:41:43 PM »

Not sure I told you, but you have a sick ride there bud. How is the spoke swap coming? Still planned?

brandEn · « **Reply #381 on:** September 09, 2011, 06:10:47 PM »

Quote from: Cevan on September 09, 2011, 04:51:17 PM

One more question. How thick was the aluminum pan you made for the seat?

I used .090" thick 2024 T3 aluminum.

brandEn · « **Reply #382 on:** September 09, 2011, 06:14:50 PM »

Quote from: hapakev on September 09, 2011, 05:41:43 PM

Not sure I told you, but you have a sick ride there bud. How is the spoke swap coming? Still planned?

Thanks! The spoke swap is still in the works. All Balls finally got bearings back in stock so I just ordered new stem bearings. I still need to order spokes and a fork brace. I have everything else but I need to send my parts for powdercoating. I am in no hurry because Summer just arrived in Seattle! I should have it completed in a couple more months.

diminished · « **Reply #383 on:** September 22, 2011, 11:22:45 AM »

did i hear through the rob-vine that you had a clutch basket issue? what was that all about? also what spoked rims you going with? im toying with the idea of throwing on ducati super classic wheels, or if i get a chunk of change the alpina tubeless spoked wheels.

brandEn · « **Reply #384 on:** October 01, 2011, 04:20:59 PM »

tweakin was nice enough to take a few pics before Phase 2 of my build. GL1000/Spoke conversion

brandEn · « **Reply #385 on:** October 01, 2011, 04:25:31 PM »

GL1000 front end and spoke conversion has begun. How she sits as of right now.

Gonna have some parts for sale
CB750 F2-F3
Powdercoated Comstars with new All Balls Bearings (tires not included)
Complete rebuilt frontend with Progressive Springs, EBC brake pads, SS pistons, drilled rotors, Tarozzi Fork Brace, Billet preload adjusters. Don't want to seperate at this moment but sell as a package....

Cheffish · « **Reply #386 on:** October 01, 2011, 07:32:13 PM »

I am still relatively new to these bikes. And this forum. But this has got to be one of the nicest bikes I have ever seen. I can't believe you're changing anything! Are you gonna powdercoat the spoked wheels and frontend black?

brandEn · « **Reply #387 on:** October 01, 2011, 08:59:24 PM »

Thanks for the props! I know, I cant believe I am changing stuff already myself. The Comstars are cool but I have never been 100% happy with them. I think spoked wheels are the way to go. Black powdered rims and hubs with stainless spokes and nipples. The forks, brakes, and everything else will be black powder as well.

Cheffish · « **Reply #388 on:** October 01, 2011, 09:13:58 PM »

Good call. Your powdercoater has to love seeing you come in! But the black is the only way to go with your color scheme.

lordmember1969 · « **Reply #389 on:** October 02, 2011, 02:34:17 AM »

Quote from: brandEn on October 01, 2011, 04:25:31 PM

GL1000 front end and spoke conversion has begun. How she sits as of right now.

Gonna have some parts for sale
CB750 F2-F3
Powdercoated Comstars with new All Balls Bearings (tires not included)
Complete rebuilt frontend with Progressive Springs, EBC brake pads, SS pistons, drilled rotors, Tarozzi Fork Brace, Billet preload adjusters. Don't want to seperate at this moment but sell as a package....

How much for the parts?

tweakin · « **Reply #390 on:** October 02, 2011, 06:08:33 AM »

I really like this shot B, wish I would hav taken a pic of that angle with my bike. I ordered the rearsets this am...

Quote from: brandEn on October 01, 2011, 04:20:59 PM

tweakin was nice enough to take a few pics before Phase 2 of my build. GL1000/Spoke conversion

brandEn · « **Reply #391 on:** October 02, 2011, 12:17:43 PM »

Quote from: lordmember1969 on October 02, 2011, 02:34:17 AM

How much for the parts?

Haven't thought of a firm price really. Got an offer?

wannabridin · « **Reply #392 on:** October 02, 2011, 07:51:53 PM »

$100 shipped!

man i sure wish i could take those off of ya! i would love to build another 750 with comstars!!

Free Booter · « **Reply #393 on:** October 02, 2011, 08:11:06 PM »

Quote from: wannabridin on October 02, 2011, 07:51:53 PM

$100 shipped!

man i sure wish i could take those off of ya! i would love to build another 750 with comstars!!

HAHAHAHAHAH! $100!? OK..i BID $100.01 !!

wOW...wISH I had the $$ for those bits, but then I'd have to find a frame for that '71 engine I got w/ a title....

Have to say though. I loved the bike just the way it was, but sometimes projects take on a life of their own and just beg to keep evolving.

good luck on the rebuild.

wannabridin · « **Reply #394 on:** October 02, 2011, 08:20:27 PM »

ya, bike looked EPIC w/ the comstars, but spokes look PERFECT! can't wait to see em!!

bluesmoke69 · « **Reply #395 on:** October 02, 2011, 09:33:05 PM »

Looking good!!

lordmember1969 · « **Reply #396 on:** October 03, 2011, 01:05:49 AM »

Quote from: brandEn on October 02, 2011, 12:17:43 PM

Quote from: lordmember1969 on October 02, 2011, 02:34:17 AM
How much for the parts?

Haven't thought of a firm price really. Got an offer?

Just "Hit me"

Pm me

cheapride · « **Reply #397 on:** October 03, 2011, 08:43:42 AM »

Let me know when you come up with a price. My F3 is going to be rebuilt this winter.

Thanks,
Brent

hapakev · « **Reply #398 on:** October 03, 2011, 12:09:39 PM »

Lotta bites on the line brotha! Good for you. I cant wait to see it with the spokes, it'll give me a little insight.

brandEn · « **Reply #399 on:** October 03, 2011, 07:09:23 PM »

Quote from: lordmember1969 on October 03, 2011, 01:05:49 AM

Quote from: brandEn on October 02, 2011, 12:17:43 PM
Quote from: lordmember1969 on October 02, 2011, 02:34:17 AM
How much for the parts?

Haven't thought of a firm price really. Got an offer?

Just "Hit me" Pm me

The shipping to Norway would be outrageous Im sure but I will keep you in mind.

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Author Topic: TAO --- The South Seattle Cafe Project (Read 150984 times)