The rebirth of Lazarus

[Oddjob]

I always do the oil test with no cam in and the camchain suspended on a socket bar or screwdriver. It's the last thing I do before buttoning up the engine.

[mickwinf]

still working on the electrics, the handlebar switches are temporarily plugged in to test they work before cosmetics are done. So far not too much trouble, needed a couple of new connectors but have working park dip and main beams along with all idiot lights, neutral light works correctly when in/out of gear and full beam and oil light also ok. A couple of questions about harness route near the seat area, the bit that goes from the main loom to the 8 wire connector at the top of the electrics plate, does it go through the space above the plate or to the side then up, will take photo if not clear what i mean, i have seen 2 pics in the manual and seem to contradict each other. also in the same area the wires to coils and brake switch, what exact route should they take? not much slack to play with.

[Seabeowner]

Just went to look at my K0 as it's never been apart and surprised that it has a 12 way connector. Then looked at the K1 (8 way) that I put together and both go up and between the top of the electrics plate and the frame.

[mickwinf]

cheers that seems logical

[Trigger]

Just looked at all my build pictures of 500's and not one had the picture you require. If i get some time today i will dig out a 500K1 for a picture 

[Trigger]

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[mickwinf]

cheers Graham thats perfect, i have it wrong which throws everything else out.

[mickwinf]

Thanks to Trigger and seabeowner I have re-routed the main harness to the correct position and fits much better. In that same area, the leads that supply the points and rear brakelight switch, do they go over the airbox then down the other side frame tube?. I have re-wrapped parts of the loom so all looking tidy now, and connected the rear light and indicators and started to paint the handlebar switches, etc but the headlamp shell has reacted to the paint so will have to re do it or use another one I have. Also found a positive battery lead of the correct type in my electrics box so fitted that. Feels like I am getting there but slowly, He will live again.

[Oddjob]

That regulator is missing a mounting bolt, sack the restorer 

[McCabe-Thiele (Ted)]

Thanks to Trigger and seabeowner I have re-routed the main harness to the correct position and fits much better. In that same area, the leads that supply the points and rear brakelight switch, do they go over the airbox then down the other side frame tube?. I have re-wrapped parts of the loom so all looking tidy now, and connected the rear light and indicators and started to paint the handlebar switches, etc but the headlamp shell has reacted to the paint so will have to re do it or use another one I have. Also found a positive battery lead of the correct type in my electrics box so fitted that. Feels like I am getting there but slowly, He will live again.

If you have taken a photo of your correct wiring harness route that would be handy for when I fit mine if you could post it here or send me a copy by e-mail if you want to avoid full scrutiny.

[mickwinf]

Still working on electrics, most things back in place. I am using some indicators i have in my spares, just picking the best condition ones to use for now. Does anyone rechrome indicator bodies or would it be easier/better/cheaper to buy from silvers.

[Oddjob]

The metal they are made from barely qualifies at being described as metal. Buy new, it's cheaper.

[Trigger]

Still working on electrics, most things back in place. I am using some indicators i have in my spares, just picking the best condition ones to use for now. Does anyone rechrome indicator bodies or would it be easier/better/cheaper to buy from silvers.

They don't re chrome well Mick. Part number 33401-292-003 has now been superseded to 33401-341-701 and Sliver is not cheap at nearly £ 30 per base 

[mickwinf]

Lazarus is still fighting me, had to open up the loom again as had an intermittent fault on side/rear light circuit, had a break internally so replaced wire, now ok. My new headlamp rim is proving a bit tricky to assemble, its the repro from silvers. Had to come away and have a coffee as getting frustrated, will attack again soon.

[Trigger]

You must be having a bad day Mick. Must of fitted over 50 of those DSS head light rim kits, usually a 10 minute job