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« on: June 22, 2017, 06:55:55 PM »
Cheers Guys, Will see how she runs, If it needs it then there is probably some pre-war bostick in the old mans garage.lol
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« on: June 22, 2017, 09:37:18 AM »
im wondering whether some clear silicone sealant would work, obviously only on the outside edge.
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« on: June 21, 2017, 06:19:49 PM »
Its on all 5 rubbers where they connect to the black plastic airbox. the 4 that go to the carbs and the one that goes to the air filter (oval rubber)
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« on: June 21, 2017, 05:52:28 PM »
Strange as I was the first person to ever take the airbox off from new. the bike has done less than 6k since new and the 2 previous owners are family members that wouldnt have even touched it.
There is definately something on there. its still tacky, almost like a greasy brown sealant.
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« on: June 21, 2017, 04:35:11 PM »
Hi everyone,
Noticed when fitting the airbox on the cb400f that there is a sticky sealant residue around the rubbers where they connect to the airbox.
Is this something that is needed and if so where can it be purchased, or can a normal silicone sealant be used?
Thx in advance
Craig
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« on: October 18, 2016, 08:53:30 PM »
I purchased the 6 litre version and have been really pleased with the results.
This pic shows my float bowls at differnt stages of ultrasonic cleaning, i think i was giving them 15 minute blasts in the cleaner and just repeating and wiping them until clean.
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« on: May 28, 2015, 09:44:44 AM »
Thanks for the info Bryan, I'll be sure to check that when at that stage.
I finally have the engine removed from the frame and on the work bench. Im just cleaning up the carbs as the float bowls look like pots of marmite.lol
No worries Royhall. Its all relevant and useful info.
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« on: May 27, 2015, 10:28:14 PM »
I think thats what i will do mike. I have a couple of airbrushes to hand.
The engine has only done 5877 miles (crazy eh?) and im really reluctant to split the engine when there is nothing mechanically wrong with it.
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« on: May 27, 2015, 09:40:08 PM »
I am going to try to keep it as original as possible.
Just don't know how far to go with it, I mean, do i strip it right down and get the engine casings vapour blasted and the relevant parts repainted? The frame i'm going to get powder coated and all the chrome parts re-chromed but not sure if should leave the engine as it is. (the paint on it flaking in places) I think i would be punching a bit above my weight stripping that down.( but willing to give it a go after researching)
I have read that the cam chain is prone to failing on them, should i change this or leave it as is? There was no rattle or noise when it was last running.
These are the questions i'm having trouble with.lol
Any ideas on what i should do?
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« on: May 27, 2015, 09:35:37 AM »
Thanks for the warm welcome guys. 
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« on: May 26, 2015, 10:38:28 PM »
Hi everybody, I'm Craig from the south west.
I personally haven't owned a bike for about 20 years when i was in my late teens but have always been around them.
At the beginning of the year i started renting out at garage at the rear of my property and decided i was going to fill my spare time with little projects.
My 1st little project ended a few weeks ago which was a road legal quad with a broken starter clutch and overheating problems that i purchased from a mates son for next to nothing, repaired, cleaned up and made a tidy £1300 profit. (money intended to purchase the next project and invest in a few new tools)
It was then that my father rang me up and said that instead of paying out for a new project, would i like to have a go at restoring his old 400 four supersport that has basically been sat in his garage, untouched for the last 25 years.
Needless to say i jumped at the chance and wheeled it round to my garage. It seems in quite good condition and has really low mileage for age. The frame paintwork and chrome are showing their neglect so i'm intending to attempt to restore it to to its former glory.
The bike is all original apart from the exhaust i'm told.
So, that's where i'm at guys, invested some of the money i made on some new tools and a ultrasonic cleaner, began researching and started the strip down.
I have a feeling i will be relying on advice from you guys along the way.
Gonna need a lot of help with this one guys, wish me luck. lol
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