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Post by zekkfett on Nov 11, 2011 9:39:07 GMT -6
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qwerser
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Post by qwerser on Nov 11, 2011 10:05:54 GMT -6
Chop it
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Post by zekkfett on Nov 11, 2011 11:43:28 GMT -6
Not really a chopper fan. I'm more utilitarian. I'm more the bagger/cruiser style fan. Saddlebags, fork bag, sissy bar bag, windshield, and tank bag are in this bike's future. Given that I can find said parts. Engine Guard and Luggage Rack if I can even possibly find those. Gonna paint the front fender, side covers, and POSSIBLY exhaust, flat black. (For now) I HATE chrome! |
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Post by eaglerider on Nov 11, 2011 12:37:35 GMT -6
Too nice looking to chop! keep it looking pretty much like it is.
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Post by qwerser on Nov 11, 2011 12:39:25 GMT -6
I can respect that. Never leave anything stock. Post pictures as you go, I'm interested to see your interpretation of the EN 450.
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Post by Blaine on Nov 11, 2011 15:04:51 GMT -6
Way to nice of a bike to chop or modify.These bikes are real hard to find around here.I wish that mine was in that kind of shape when I bought it,it would not have been modified.But to each his own.   |
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Post by wanchesenative on Nov 11, 2011 15:30:48 GMT -6
I agree that it is too nice to chop, but, honestly, I believe "to each his own" and respect that everyone has to ride what you like.
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Post by rustyspurr on Nov 12, 2011 11:02:34 GMT -6
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Post by timbo on Nov 14, 2011 22:26:00 GMT -6
:)ive got an engine guard
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Post by wanchesenative on Nov 15, 2011 1:21:06 GMT -6
Lucky you!! what did you pay for it if you don't mind my asking? I'm curious what they go for when you can find one.
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Post by eaglerider on Nov 15, 2011 17:46:49 GMT -6
When u can find the engine guard or the luggage rack, it's pretty much how bad u want it, as to what the cost, they are getting more and more scarce. The "scarcer" they get, the more those that have them, ask for them.
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Post by wanchesenative on Nov 15, 2011 19:00:50 GMT -6
Yeah! I have a line on a guy who can build one for me but I have to get some money first. When I do have one built, I will post pics and cost on here. I will be happy to be a middle man for anyone else wanting one at cost plus shipping. I thought if it turns out as well as I think, I might advertise them on ebay. Anyone know what size tubing should be used in order to allow for foot pegs etc. to be mounted.
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Post by eaglerider on Nov 15, 2011 21:11:39 GMT -6
I would suggest 7/8 ths to 1 inch diameter.
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Post by zekkfett on Nov 17, 2011 13:49:54 GMT -6
I will be happy to be a middle man for anyone else wanting one at cost plus shipping. I thought if it turns out as well as I think, I might advertise them on ebay. I think just about everyone on this forum who DOESN'T have an engine guard would LOVE to have one. If it were a quality piece. Personally, I would love one in flat black. No chrome for this guy. Keep us posted please. With pics!! |
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Post by wanchesenative on Nov 17, 2011 17:43:03 GMT -6
It may be a while as I am unemployed at the moment and have been since July, but as soon as things turn around, that is my first project. I will post as soon as I get it done.
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Post by zekkfett on Nov 27, 2011 22:25:52 GMT -6
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Post by zekkfett on Jan 23, 2012 12:56:47 GMT -6
Parts are coming in. Still waiting on tires, and a tachometer cable, which should be here tomorrow. Big thanks goes out to Member sdcruzin for the rear turn signals. I really do appreciate it. They are gonna work perfect. Got all new signals, new tach cable, new tach drive (Just in case), new tires, new rear brakes, and new right-side passenger peg. Once the weather warms up here, (mid 30's now) I'll get started on the projects. Will probably be uploading a bunch of pics, along with some simple how-to's. Along with a valve adjustment, and oil change, SeaFoam sprayed in, and in the tank. Then to work killing all the chrome on the bike; hello flat black..... And also, will probably be uploading pics of a buddy's 454 project, which at the moment is in pieces with the stator cover off, getting starter clutch, and starter repaired. Along with valve adjustment. Once it is all done, I'll snap a pic of the "twins" together. Also looking to buy some fenders and maybe a tank, to get started on my custom marble green paint job. I'd rather have the pieces to paint, and a bike to ride at the same time. Come on Spring!!!  |
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Post by mattsunn on Jan 24, 2012 10:48:02 GMT -6
Also looking to buy some fenders and maybe a tank, to get started on my custom marble green paint job. I'd rather have the pieces to paint, and a bike to ride at the same time. Come on Spring!!! zekkfett, I have both fenders and a tank I'd sell ya. |
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Post by zekkfett on Jan 24, 2012 11:31:26 GMT -6
zekkfett, I have both fenders and a tank I'd sell ya. Money is a little tight right now, but what kinda prices we talkin? |
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Post by mradam on Jan 24, 2012 12:00:15 GMT -6
just going to throw my hat in, i need a tank  |
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Post by mattsunn on Jan 24, 2012 22:06:57 GMT -6
zekkfett, I have both fenders and a tank I'd sell ya. Money is a little tight right now, but what kinda prices we talkin? Forty bucks for the tank, twenty each for the fenders. Plus whatever it costs to ship it to ya. |
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Post by zekkfett on Jan 24, 2012 22:58:27 GMT -6
Forty bucks for the tank, twenty each for the fenders. Plus whatever it costs to ship it to ya. What kind of shape is the tank in? Rusty, dented..? Fenders good, no cracks or chips? |
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Post by mattsunn on Jan 25, 2012 11:05:42 GMT -6
Forty bucks for the tank, twenty each for the fenders. Plus whatever it costs to ship it to ya. What kind of shape is the tank in? Rusty, dented..? Fenders good, no cracks or chips? If I can get over to my storage unit today, I'll take some pics. |
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Post by mradam on Jan 25, 2012 12:49:57 GMT -6
you got first dibs on the tank, but i will take second |
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Post by mattsunn on Jan 25, 2012 18:44:26 GMT -6
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Post by zekkfett on Jan 25, 2012 19:21:31 GMT -6
mattsun, sending you a PM now.
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Post by zekkfett on Jan 29, 2012 9:40:57 GMT -6
Update - Today I got bored on my day off, so I decided to get SOMETHING done. New Rear Turn Signals Installed. Big thanks to member sdcruzin for the new rear lights.  New Front Turn Signals Installed  Tachometer Fixed! Not nearly as difficult as I was expecting. (Didn't know what to expect)  I would have taken more pics, or gotten some videos, but the GF had our camera with her, and she showed up right as I was completing the jobs. Only took about a couple hours to do it all. I had the break the lights that came off of it, to get them off. Screws were stripped. Only things left to FIX are new tires, and rear brakes. Then on to the customizing. Does anyone happen to maybe have the 4 turn signal screws they might want to donate to my cause? I only have 2, and the heads are SEVERELY stripped. |
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Post by qwerser on Jan 29, 2012 15:14:02 GMT -6
You can replace the side cover screws with 8x1.5 bolts and washers I think and just use the side cover ones for your signals. That's what I had to do.
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Post by Blaine on Jan 29, 2012 15:21:54 GMT -6
I just went to the hardware store and got wood screws with the head that I wanted.They are only threading into plastic.I even used brass screws to be different. ;D |
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Post by zekkfett on Jan 29, 2012 17:28:24 GMT -6
They are only threading into plastic. ;D The turn signals all thread into aluminium..... It's a machine screw. Thought maybe someone here might have a few. If needed, I'll get out the thread gauges and go to the hardware store and pick up some new ones. Still gonna be a few before riding season. Today was 34 degrees with 25mph winds. |
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