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« on: April 09, 2018, 08:30:08 AM »
Me too...🙌
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« on: April 07, 2018, 11:15:50 AM »
Thanks for all the input..I'm sorted now thanks.. ordered dial & bore gauges, micrometers & stand ...various makes, Sealey, draper and 1 mitutoyo (2nd hand)... 
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« on: April 05, 2018, 09:29:17 PM »
Thanks everyone that's a great help I'll have a good look round tomorrow and get something sorted! 👍
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« on: April 05, 2018, 12:47:05 PM »
Can anyone recommend a reasonably priced make/model of micrometer,dial and inner dial gauge please? Thanks.
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« on: April 02, 2018, 10:00:06 PM »
Cheers guys, all tips and advice welcome! Today I've managed to get the motor top end stripped down, no major traumas and without "using any violence" lol Dennis ! Plus I haven't damaged anything..as far as i know!  .. I need to take a few measurements now..pistons,rings bores etc, that will have to wait a while now..work does get in the way! Ps. I've read threads re the cylinder studs but I didn't realise how slender and flexible they were until I've seen them today in the flesh for the first time, they don't inspire confidence do they? Do I take them out or not hmmm? 
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« on: April 02, 2018, 11:12:13 AM »
I've eventually managed to remove the rocker cover without causing any damage, and am about to start dismantling the camshaft and cylinder head, keeping my fingers crossed that I won't find anymore stubborn fasteners. I have the Honda workshop manual and have read a lot of threads but does anybody have any advice before I take the plunge dive in? Cheers!
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« on: March 31, 2018, 04:39:09 PM »
I acquired my valley green K1 a couple of months ago, its a US import in need of some attention. I have just started to spend some time on it as youve probably gathered from some of the posts i've already made. I'm really pleased to have joined this group because i have already received a lot of help and advice and found loads more information through reading other members posts and projects. Thanks.. its much appreciated. The bike is now stripped and parts sorted,labelled and stored until ready to be dealt with. I thought i would make a start on the motor and I now have it cleaned and on a stand (thanks Julie!) but have been brought to a standstill on that front by the 3 breather cover screws on the rocker cover. All are seized solid. JIS impact driver wouldnt loosen them nor heat or penetrating oil, drilling the heads off made no difference, the cover still wouldnt come off. I have after a week or so got the breather cover off and two of the screws out completely but one stubborn bu#8er will not come out and is holding the rocker cover on with it!...I will get it out eventually! I have the forks stripped and ready to go for hard chroming, the seat is covered and just needs a couple of finishing touches (done while waiting for the penetrating oil to work its magic!).. Im really enjoying this!
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« on: March 31, 2018, 01:50:44 PM »
Thanks Guys,
I've already ordered a stencil from eBay..think it might be Piki..from Spain anyway..seat strap in hand...👍
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« on: March 30, 2018, 11:18:15 PM »
Yep ..as you all predicted ...much more straightforward than using glue! Just got to sort a strap,out now!.oh and the Honda logo.
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« on: March 30, 2018, 12:32:24 PM »
Does the K1 also have a riveted trim strip near the edge? With that and the spikes you'll be fine. I found it best to do my 500/550s on a warm day.
Also does K1 have a rubber strip over the bottom edge?
Yes I had forgotten about the trim strip until I looked back at some before pictures..it has a protective strip over the bottom edges of the seat pan..just to protect the cover from wear...but cheers guys I will use the spikes ..just checking with you before I went for it! It's red hot in my conservatory today with that and the wife's hairdryer to hand I might as well crack on with it.
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« on: March 30, 2018, 10:08:19 AM »
Hi Guys, just a quick query! I'm about to recover my K1 seat, base is good, powder coated, all the spikes are there and sharpened! I've recovered a seat before using contact adhesive that went well but I've never used the spikes before. Question is which method would you use, if spikes..any tips?
Thanks.
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« on: March 18, 2018, 04:58:51 PM »
Still tinkering away on bits and pieces here.
The front axle was well and truly stuck and was not budging at all with me using an old screwdriver through the axle hole trick. After much swearing and nearly taking my eye out when the screwdriver snapped I decide to doctor an old socket and use a bolt and two nuts through the hole. Allowed me to get a good purchase on the end while I ratcheted the nut off the other end. After a bit of heave ho it finally came loose.
Used your method to get my front axle out after two weeks of struggling ..loads of heat, big hammer and your socket idea finally sorted it. I also had a drill bit I was using through the axle hole snap and ricochet around the garage, fortunately missing anything important! ...Thanks for the idea and best of luck with your project!
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« on: March 18, 2018, 10:52:56 AM »
Do yourself a big favour and get the frame checked for straightness before you paint it. Its an old bike and you don't know it's previous life, could have been down the road once or twice.
That's a good shout! ..the rear footrest / exhaust mount tubing on this frame is not exactly symmetrical although there is no sign of damage, paint flaking etc. Ill just have to rethink the order in which I proceed slightly....but worth it for peace of mind!
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« on: March 17, 2018, 12:37:00 PM »
Well thanks for that! I feel much better now I know it's normal standard! 
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« on: March 17, 2018, 12:02:10 PM »
Having stripped my K1 frame down and getting it ready for powder coating I'm slightly concerned at the quality of welding and assembly...the welds are quite rough and some welded on sections look as though the welder had had a few beers..? ie: out of square! Is this normal or have I just got a rough one?
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