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Teds new project a CB500 K1 mostly version 0.5 circa 1972.
Oddjob:
Even a new oe chain is tight to put on Ted, plus I’ve never seen a chain qouted in half links, like 88.5 for example 😀😀
McCabe-Thiele (Ted):
--- Quote from: Oddjob on September 13, 2023, 06:49:04 PM ---Even a new oe chain is tight to put on Ted, plus I’ve never seen a chain qouted in half links, like 88.5 for example 😀😀
--- End quote ---
I jest about the half link - a full link would be too loose, the old chain was a sod to get off as well.
Oddjob:
Yeah, I was pulling your leg as well. It's a bit like fitting the primary chain when it's new, sometimes it needs a helping hand to get it to fit. Whilst a part worn one just falls on.
Oddly, I've never had a problem removing a camchain, I tend to remove the 2 bolts and knock the sprocket off the cam, loads of slack then.
McCabe-Thiele (Ted):
Cam cover now finally in place so that is the engine unit buttoned up for winter. Currently sorting out the carburetors that should not need too much work doing to them as they were restored a couple of years or so ago by Gerben. Standing has taken its toll with rusty carb bowl screws and what appears to be loose O rings that I will replace.
McCabe-Thiele (Ted):
Hit a small snag when assembling my cleaned carbs with new O rings using NJ's excellent kit.
The first three carbs went together a treat but number four carb has one stripped bowl thread - not too bad just one out of 16 screws - almost half the screws were rusted so probably due to removing a screw that was rusted.
IIRC from DomP post a M4 Helicoil will sort it - any links to a suitable repair kit welcome - I am a Helicoil virgin regarding DIY kits so any advice is welcome. I assume kits come with a drill bit - can this be done hand held as I do not have a pillar drill?
I will look on U tube for an idiots guide.
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