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« on: May 13, 2015, 10:31:35 AM »
I am loath to sell my restorations, but am running out of room  I am considering buying a large wooden shed come workshop and wondered if anyone had any recommendations? Thanks
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« on: April 19, 2015, 12:16:21 PM »
Noticed price for genuine later front mudguard dropped to £125 plus vat, so decided to buy one. Replica is £95 https://www.davidsilverspares.co.uk/CB750F1-%28Single-overhead-cam%29/part_7027/Also generator cover reduced to £72 plus vat as finish on underside poor. https://www.davidsilverspares.co.uk/CB750F1-%28Single-overhead-cam%29/part_7036/"For some time these have been coming from Honda with surface marks on the side and underside to varing degrees, this is believed to be something that has occurred during the lacquering process. We have decided not to return these under a warranty claim, the fear is that Honda would withdraw any remaining stock and discontinue the part. Therefore we can only supply them in the condition as pictured. "   Everyone of my bikes came with damaged covers, so bought 2  The finish is not bad and basically is not polished to same level on underside as the top and price about half what it was, so if you are not too fussy, get them whilst available 
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« on: February 28, 2015, 12:50:09 PM »
Does anyone have any recommended suppliers of this service?
Am considering for my CB750F1 cafe
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« on: February 22, 2015, 03:36:20 PM »
These always seem to be chewed up as have quite a shallow hex head. Thread is 20 x 1.5 Has anyone tried alternatives? I see there are some sump drain plugs with same thread, allen key fitting seems better, although not original. Interested in your thoughts 
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« on: January 05, 2015, 10:10:13 AM »
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« on: January 03, 2015, 09:00:49 PM »
My son bought me this for Xmas and just finished reading and would recommend. Quite alot of detailed racing info, but his background and motivation is interesting. I enjoyed his Speed series and loved the short with Merlin engine and the Spitfire build. I wondered how much the engine would have cost and in book he says paid £35k The book helps explain the reasons behind his behaviour and found the bit about his inner chimp (rash behaviour) quite interesting. It comes across as quite honest, as he readily admits many of his shortcomings.  2015_0103armse0025 by nitram2010, on Flickr  2015_0103armse0026 by nitram2010, on Flickr  2015_0103armse0027 by nitram2010, on Flickr
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« on: December 28, 2014, 11:40:36 AM »
I have worked out which pipes go where and how to tell which is which  No 1 Left Upper has SL marked near joint with silencer No 2 Left Lower has IL mark No 3 Right Lower has IR mark No 4 Right Upper has SR mark The lower pipes have concave section to clear the frame/fixings I see from parts list that different part numbers are listed for exhausts from frame 2818258, which mine is. Anyone know what the difference is and compatability with earlier 405 pipes? Anyone have a spare Left upper with SL mark in very good condition?
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« on: December 12, 2014, 12:02:34 PM »
As mentioned in my previous F1 project post, I bought another 2 dismantled bikes, for spares and hopefully build another bike, or maybe even 2 more  Here is the bike I am calling No.2  Ebay purchaseno2$_1 by nitram2010, on Flickr I rebuilt the engine and used as temporary engine on first bike as its engine was quite bad and needs major attention. In meantime, Pete on here sold me a dismantled engine which I can use on this project. I am planning on a mild cafe racer style using standard tank, which I have already had painted.  2014_1205fparts0013 by nitram2010, on Flickr and probably standard seat.  2014_1205fparts0010 by nitram2010, on Flickr Whilst getting K8 bits powder coated, also got them to paint wheel rims from first bike, that I replaced.  2014_1212Kparts60009 by nitram2010, on Flickr  2014_1212Kparts60008 by nitram2010, on Flickr Any views on whether to go with black zinc plated spokes, normal zinc or stainless? Unfortunately cost is a consideration 
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« on: December 05, 2014, 05:56:51 PM »
Added a new CB750 to my collection A US import 1978 K8. Picked up today. Engine was out, as PO found seized, various bits missing. Not tried an import before, have NOVA paperwork. I can hear Davis Silver rubbing his hands   CB750K8 purchased eb by nitram2010, on Flickr  CB750K8 purchased eb $_57 by nitram2010, on Flickr  CB750K8 purchased eb 1$_57 by nitram2010, on Flickr  007 by nitram2010, on Flickr  003 by nitram2010, on Flickr
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« on: November 22, 2014, 01:10:33 PM »
I dont have a lathe and needed to turn down an M6 bolt to replace a broken seat stud. It is not visible once cover fitted, but I like to play I am sure many of you will have used a drill mounted in vice with a file to shape, but it works even better if you have a grinding wheel. Mount the bolt in drill and whilst operating drill and grinding wheel, shape the bolt against the wheel. This gives a much more even finish. Drilled out the stud and counter sunk.  2014_1122kparts0052 by nitram2010, on Flickr  2014_1122kparts0054 by nitram2010, on Flickr I later added a bevel to allow bolt to fit counter sunk. Will need welding to finish
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« on: November 22, 2014, 12:58:04 PM »
I have a lever which is different to others, with an offset and is longer (top one) Anyone know what it fits?  2014_1122kparts0045 by nitram2010, on Flickr
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« on: November 21, 2014, 09:51:15 AM »
Having problems finding OE rear flexible brake pipe on my CB750F1. Found this co. http://furoreproducts.co.uk/9-brake-hosesUsed the option for black cover on stainless brading to be more discreet. Ends are in stainless and position can be adjusted to align before pressurised. Quick delivery and and good price. Had already sourced front hoses from DS, but otherwise would have used for fronts as well.
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