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« on: January 17, 2024, 01:52:59 AM »
They are not made to be taken apart. I'm sure it could be done.
On US eBay there are usually a couple dozen for sale.if you weed through them you can find one that is almost rust free.
I just picked one up fir the CB400 that looks NOS.
Remember these units were used on many models for many years. Even my 1972 CT70
There is an nos unit on ebay right now for 349. I payed 35
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« on: January 16, 2024, 08:49:46 PM »
They look good! I've been wanting to do this but have been reluctant concerning the uncrimping/recrimping of the rings.
I can share the simple jig that i built from wood/plastic and the tools that i use that work well for me if you like?. i have 2 different setups one for the smaller gauges and one for the large. The Trip Knob on the CB400's are a little tricky . the method i use you can get it off with ease. Ozzy
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« on: January 16, 2024, 12:55:30 AM »
Nice work. Which clear coat do you use on your alloy parts ?... I use MIPA CA . DTM (Direct To Metal) 2k
This is the Clear I use. It is made by PPG but less than half the price. Sprays,Smells flows out just like the PPG 2K Clear. It seems a lot softer. polishes out nice but on dark colors it gets scuffy faster.Not sure the Manufacturer will Guarantee DTM use. I have used it for years on side covers without failure or yellowing. I have used it on Wood as well. Also I have sprayed it over any kind of poof can(including the Honda Silver Cloud color) and i have never experienced lifting. I will use this clear coat when i paint the tank and side covers. The good stuff is so expensive and the clear will last a long time but the Hardener has a short shelf life after opening. so i will end up tossing out a couple hundred dollars.
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« on: January 15, 2024, 02:30:31 PM »
Yes they are a press fit. But thermal expansion and contraction is your best friend when it comes to installation. Freezing the bearings and heating the structure will make everything a lot easier. .
Using a heat gun should not affect and finish you might have. Unless it spray can paint.
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« on: January 15, 2024, 04:09:03 AM »
I started in on the front rim restoration this weekend. I have a new DID rim and Spokes from CMS.
I always start with the the rubber still on and clean up the disk by spinning the tire and using 220 grit on a sanding block until all the black marks and glazing is removed. I hold the axle up with 2 boards bolted to the bench sticking out about 18". I don't have a lathe to face them off so this is the next best method for me to make them look like new.
The Bearing were howling when i was cleaning up the Disk. The Spanner nut has 2peen marks that need to be drilled out ever so slightly , after drilling out the peen marks, I then heated the hub up with a heat gun. Nut came out with ease and both bearings tapped out with ease. I ordered new bearings and a seal. they should be here by tomorrow.
I use aircraft stripper to remove all the factory clear coat from the hub. the pictures i posted are post clear removal only. I will sand with 400/800/1500 before polishing.
I will sand and polish the hub tomorrow after i install the bearings,i'm hoping with using heat they will drop right in.
I will then clear coat the hub. i always use catalyzed automotive clear. just 1 coat so it will protect and not chip off.
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« on: January 14, 2024, 10:08:00 PM »
This was my first accomplishment last week. cleaned , restored and re-faced the gauges
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« on: January 14, 2024, 10:06:05 PM »
Hi all i am going to start this thread documenting my recently acquired CB400F Restoration project.
I picked up this bike a couple months ago locally in Seattle for a Very good price. It has just over 20K miles on the clock. It had lots of corrosion and wear that you would expect from a 49 year old bike.
I was able to ride it over the last couple months to make sure it runs good and does not smoke. great compression and pulls very strong. Didn't know it was a six speed until my second ride. also nothing sounds like these small SOHC 4's.
I have been collection new parts,pieces and fasteners from EBAY, CMS.NL and David Silver Spares. I love to restore back to Factory Original as possible
here are a couple pics before and in progress
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« on: January 14, 2024, 03:01:48 PM »
Thank you! This is great news.
Ozzybud
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« on: January 14, 2024, 12:12:41 AM »
Has there any more information on the Clutch Basket Cushions. I have 2 Spare baskets and both of them have the Cushions that are mainly symmetrical. Any help on locating a set of these would be appreciated.
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« on: January 11, 2024, 10:38:49 PM »
Not sure how to do that? one was about the trip arm removal
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« on: January 11, 2024, 09:33:13 PM »
I just finished the Gauges on the CB400F. Thanks to Tips and tricks from this forum i managed to get it done without destroying anything . The Trip arm and Boot was my worry at first. They came out great!
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« on: January 03, 2024, 01:53:02 AM »
I use an old internal cable from a used throttle cable. Use electrical tape to secure the cable to the wire loom with the lead nub just behind the last plug. Then tape the entire joint smooth with the tape. Put a little dish soap on the joint. This has worked every time for me with minimal tugging.Work both ends by pulling on the cable and pushing on the wire Bundle
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« on: December 29, 2023, 01:49:39 AM »
Welcome to the Group@
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« on: December 27, 2023, 06:18:38 PM »
We are a mix of Osborne and James. Definitely likely!
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« on: December 27, 2023, 05:14:28 PM »
I would have preferred a warm welcome on this thread. Not a lesson on past Politics and Drama!
I stay off other Social Media sites for this very reason. hoping this is not what this site is about, I just want to have fun with my bikes and have some fellow camaraderie.
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