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Offline Jan B

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Hello from the Netherlands
« on: November 29, 2017, 09:37:42 PM »
Oh dear what have i got myself into?? Bought a 1974 CB 500 and i am planning a full restoration. Midlifecrisis takes its toll. Anyway, already having great fun in dismantling the bike and documenting the lot. In the meanwhile already started restoring the petcock with meticulous care. Sourcing parts at a reasonable price is quite a sport.
Al this and not even passed my driving exam yet. Where does this take me? Having tasted the forum i am afraid I contracted a virus with no cure.
I hope to find here some support in my efforts to restore the bike to nearly new condition. I like some patina witch seems appropriate for a bike 40+ years old.
I'll to post some pics now then to keep you posted but i will take my time.

Cheers from the Netherlands,

Jan
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Re: Hello from the Netherlands
« Reply #1 on: November 29, 2017, 09:46:37 PM »
Welcome to the forum Jan. We do love to share in a mid life crisis on here  ;D ;D ;D Good luck with your restoration.
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Re: Hello from the Netherlands
« Reply #2 on: November 29, 2017, 10:38:37 PM »
Welcome to the mad world of the SOHC, enjoy  ;)
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Re: Hello from the Netherlands
« Reply #3 on: November 30, 2017, 08:19:53 AM »
Its not a virus---they can be fixed! its a foreverproblem now
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Re: Hello from the Netherlands
« Reply #4 on: November 30, 2017, 09:48:29 AM »
Welcome to the forum.  If it weren't for motorbikes you'd be bored out of your skull.  Any photos would be appreciated.  Like this...
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Offline philward

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Re: Hello from the Netherlands
« Reply #5 on: November 30, 2017, 11:46:11 AM »
Welcome Jan - loads of experts to help you on the forum - with added banter for free!
Enjoy the forum
Phil
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Re: Hello from the Netherlands
« Reply #6 on: November 30, 2017, 02:50:35 PM »
Welcome Jan I am sure you will find all the support you need on here. Have fun ;D
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Re: Hello from the Netherlands
« Reply #7 on: November 30, 2017, 04:03:27 PM »
Quote from: philward on November 30, 2017, 11:46:11 AM
Welcome Jan - loads of experts to help you on the forum - with added banter for free!
Enjoy the forum
Phil
Phils right, loads of experts.....and me as well ;D
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Re: Hello from the Netherlands
« Reply #8 on: November 30, 2017, 05:36:09 PM »
welcome to the wonderful world of the sohc forum,

 lots of fun and advice .
 good to see another 500 on here

 lots of pics needed

 
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Offline Jan B

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Re: Hello from the Netherlands
« Reply #9 on: November 30, 2017, 09:28:58 PM »
First challenge encountered....
While cleaning the cup of the petcock with vinegar (is has some "scale" buildup on the inside) a tiny hole appeared. See the picture. I can buy a new cup (€10 ex shipping), but i consider that being my last resort..
I am going to try to braze the hole from the inside to a close. If i screw up i'll buy a new one. Gaining some experience in brazing is a good thing to me.
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Re: Hello from the Netherlands
« Reply #10 on: December 01, 2017, 03:04:04 PM »
You wont braze that its monkey metal not steel
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Re: Hello from the Netherlands
« Reply #11 on: December 01, 2017, 03:27:26 PM »
Welcome ! How about aluminium filled industrial epoxy resin? I can send you a bit for the cost of the shipping. It's what's used for tank linings so should be OK.
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Re: Hello from the Netherlands
« Reply #12 on: December 01, 2017, 03:27:43 PM »
Best to just replace it for what it costs. A fuel leak is a fire risk. Thats the first of a great many items you will have to replace along the way. These little setbacks will become routine before the bike is finished. I would make a list of bits you need and order them all at once, otherwise your postage costs will go through the roof. By the way, the Netherlands is a great place to get parts for this bike.
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Re: Hello from the Netherlands
« Reply #13 on: December 01, 2017, 11:30:02 PM »
Welcome. I have boxes full with those parts. if you need one I can send it to you.

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Re: Hello from the Netherlands
« Reply #14 on: December 02, 2017, 12:36:24 AM »


  as the guys said,replace the tap bowl,


  for safety,

  you have
a Dutch company to supply all the parts ,so it should be ok

https://www.cmsnl.com
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