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« on: March 29, 2019, 06:16:42 PM »
Hooooray.
Got me V5 today!!! SGS visited 19th March. All very straightforward, chap took photos of the frame, engine numbers and VIN plate. So 8 weeks from submission to receiving the V5, and everything was in order, just no original US title.
SGS guy reckons DVLA randomly select about 1 in 10 V5 applications for inspection. Again really pleased I started this process in February and not June.
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« on: March 26, 2019, 09:10:26 PM »
I also had my CB 750 clamps rechromed successfully. Got my plater to glass bead blast the clamps following stripping of the old chrome.
The glass bead blast cleans out any rust lurking in the rough finish of the clamp fins and makes sure the plating is going on clean metal.
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« on: March 02, 2019, 04:21:20 PM »
Thanks Julie,
Found 2 x Hiflo 401 for £8:60 delivered, seems reasonable.
Regards, Kevin
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« on: March 02, 2019, 01:31:47 PM »
As in the title, which brand of oil filter is being used? I see Hi Flow on eBay are a good price, are they any good?
Thanks Kevin
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« on: March 02, 2019, 01:29:14 PM »
Still having fun and games with DVLA registering my CB750 K4. VJMC stamped original dating certificate and all other paper work correct on submisssion 1st Feb. Letter from DVLlA 2.5 weeks later asking me provide manufactures dating certificate which as we know is unobtanium and the reason for supplying the VJMC certificate. Therefore replied as such.
Wednesday this week letter arrives from DVLA saying they want the bike inspected by SGS, some independent vehicle inspection company. They will come to my house on a day still to be confirmed. After which if all is to there satisfaction I will get an age related registration 4-6 weeks later!!!
The main problem I see is that there was no US title with the bike to verify it is what I claiming it is.
Some years ago I registered a US imported Triumph TR car with no title, but was able to transport the car to the DVLA office in Birmingham for inspection. Rather frustrating now with no regional offices. Just glad I started the process now and not in the spring/ summer 😫
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« on: January 13, 2019, 01:22:42 PM »
Hi Al,
Thank you, it was the feedback on the forum that led to me to this solution, so as usual an invaluable resource and tanks again for all the advice👍
I actually did realise the indicator stem are the earlier type. What is the difference?
Cheers
Kevin
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« on: January 12, 2019, 06:17:16 PM »
Well I ordered 2 and 3 way 2.8mm mini connectors and changed all of the multi-way bullets to these connectors. Having the correct crimping tool is essential and the terminals are fiddly particularly when crimping two wires. But like all things a bit of practice and you soon get the technique.
I am really pleased with the result, nice secure latched connectors, much more secure than the bullets and all electrics fully functioning. Hopefully long term reliability assured.
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« on: January 09, 2019, 08:10:03 PM »
My auto electrician mate has lent the crimp tools. Just waiting for the components to be delivered to have a go😁
Many thanks for your kind support.
Kevin
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« on: January 08, 2019, 07:18:12 PM »
Hello Alan,
Thank you for the response on both topics. I was concerned about lack of a sidelight but with the feedback I have received now confident the US spec lighting will not be a problem.
With regard to the connectors and after some discussion with an auto electrician I am going for a 2.8mm mini connector from vehicle wiring products. I think this system will give secure connections and therefore good reliability.
I will post some pics when completed.
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« on: January 07, 2019, 09:44:44 PM »
Hi Al,
I think I see what you mean now. Do you double/ triple crimp the wires to the 6.3mm terminals?
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« on: January 07, 2019, 08:39:27 PM »
Hi Al. CB750K4 
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« on: January 07, 2019, 06:14:43 PM »
Another electrical question from me for you experts. I find the single bullet connectors are quite good having a positive click and secure latch to them when pushed together.
However I find the multi bullet connectors like the black 5 way and 4 ways for the indicators quite hopeless. They don't seem to give a secure firm connection at all. Last thing you want is unreliable electrics at any time.
I could cut the connector off the wires, tin the wires and use a standard block connector, but I am sure there must be a better solution, any ideas?
Many thanks,
Kevin
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« on: January 06, 2019, 11:27:42 AM »
Thank you Julie and Bryan for your replies.
The switches are both working fine so as long as I am not going to fail any pre registration inspection I will leave it in the US spec. Simples😄
Cheers
Kevin
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« on: January 05, 2019, 09:02:58 PM »
Hello All,
Just working through the electrics on my unregistered US CB750 K4. I see there is no front sidelight switch position on the right switch but weirdly park light on 2nd ignition switch position.
Will I need a front sidelight to obtain DVLA registration? If so how is this wired with US switches?
Many thanks for any info.
Kevin
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« on: June 09, 2018, 11:00:11 AM »
I don’t know where you are in the U.K. but this company cleaned my tank recently. I would say it was worse than yours. Like brand new inside now. They charge about £40 and turn around in 48hours.
Voith Industial Services
Warwick House, Watling Street
Wilnecote
Tamworth Staffordshire B77 5BH
United Kingdom
Just off the M42 jnc 9.
Cheers
Kevin
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