cafed 77/650 drilled sprocket cover, some more paint, bla bla bla tail light mounted

i have a couple PDR guys i know.
maybe we can take it to them and see what they can do with it brian?
Might cost a little bit.

It will look alot better, never perfect, but alot better.

scumbag wrote:

... 3 small dents were found the only real one that is kind of a bugger is on the back left part of the tank...

What about the "dry ice" method suggested not long ago in another thread? Another suggested filling the tank with water and freezing it to pop out the dent. Having never tried either method, can't vouch for anything, but you might wish to search the earlier threads for more details. (Enjoyed the Jag restoration link)

Post edited by: Patton, at: 2006/11/09 15:25

what kind/brand of paint stripper did you use? Also is it safe for aluminum if I were to use it on that too? Im new to this stuff....
thx
Scott

77kz650-

go to schucks...get the stuff called aircraft paint remover...

but in all actuality you can just get any spray can style paint remover that says safe for metal...

I grabbed my last can at home depot...be careful though...its pretty harsh stuff...like go blind if you get it in your eyes harsh...hahah

scumbag wrote:

the wiring harness with my idiot notes...

I had to laugh when I saw your wiring harness. Here is a photo of my harness from an old '78. Same masking tape notes on it. I wouldn't call 'em "idiot notes"; you would be an idiot to not make notes. The PO of my bike had f**ked up the wires already, I don't need to make it worse. It may be a month or two before the harness goes back on the frame, and my memory ain't what it used to be...

nevco I also color coded using colored permanent marker...haha...I dont wanna be left scratching saying..."huh? where duh ya think this one goes"....hahah

scumbag wrote:

nevco I also color coded using colored permanent marker...haha...I dont wanna be left scratching saying..."huh? where duh ya think this one goes"....hahah

Thats what I'll be saying when I get to the wires that dead-ended in the headlight bucket. I will have to get out the wiring diagram (and a magnifying glass) when I get there!

so one evening drak and dreary I polished hard till I was weary...actualy no

haha...I did strip some parts though and give a lil polish while watching TV....top tripple and teh headlight bucket...my tripple is no where near as rad a job as dutch's...but I only spend 45 min...I will do it better later but for now it looks good enough...and the pictures dont capture it well....anyway frame and motor paint are still slated for tomorrow...till got some loose ends and bag n' tagging to do...anyway here is how she stands...



pre tripple polish


post tripple polish


headlight...I really like how this looks and cant wait to mount it


oh and here is one for old times sake

oh...just started the carbs this evening too...I am really bored...hahah...its raining...my lady had a girlfriend emergency soooooo I am runnin solo...haha...

I mean I just wanted to see how dirty they were...

well finished all the stripping this eve and about all done with paint prep for tomorrow...there will be a black motor the next time you see it...

Oh and my lady learned to clean cards tonight as well...so a big round of congrats is in order haha...

anyway here are the pics

my girl cleanin the carbs


my having a grand ole time in the garage


paint prep




as it sits and sleeps tonight...

scumbag wrote:

my girl cleanin the carbs

Any girlfriend that will clean carbs for you is a keeper. Don't get married though, that will come to a screeching halt!

my having a grand ole time in the garage

Whatcha got in that pipe, Scumbag?:laugh:

so it was painted tonight...all went well and it looks good...

now on to wiring..

here is the prep...


in action...


done...






oh and nev...cherry tobacky...buahaha