Honda CB750 Sandcast

Loss of 100% Oil Pressure

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That's a stumper Joe.  ??? The only other thing I can think of that has fibre like material is in the chain oiler gallery. Not enough to plug an oil pump screen I wouldn't think should it somehow get back inside the engine. How could it??  ???
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Boy, it seems like it would really be a good idea to know where the debris came from or what exactly it is...  without knowing, would always have a concern there could be more....  someplace else in the engine ?  Keep an eye on oil pressure and check for more debris !  I have electronic ignition on 2157, it's the new laser optic unit.  Can't remember the brand name, i could look it up though. Points, condensors and timing are a pain in the ass.  Ok once set up, but still require maintenance.   For a rider, as trouble free as the CB750 is, a rider deserves electronic ignition, imho.  Actually, name of ignition system is C5.  I bought directly from family owned business who ditributes the C5.   GREAT personal service and support,


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Joe, did you keep the debris? If yes made a photo that we can see them and also to try to understand how they were able to arrive in the circuit of oil of the engine?
Steve, as for " to improve the engine by putting an electronic ignition I agree with you, we are not any more in 1969 (Regrettably... Because have were young and beautiful!!) and it is necessary to live with his time...
« Last Edit: July 05, 2014, 04:03:18 am by 4pots1969 »



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Hum.. I see more and more effort in French from you, and soon I shall not have any more has to translate.. Very nice!!
« Last Edit: July 05, 2014, 09:08:26 am by 4pots1969 »


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I made some more adjustments today.  I opened my headlight bucket to see that the oil light wire came loose.  I plugged it back in and crimped the connection so it wouldn't come loose again. 

I didn't take a photo of the debris.  The best way I can describe it is that it looked like tiny carpet fibers mixed with oil.  The engine sat in my home for awhile during the rebuild, so maybe some dust and carpet accumulated in it, but again I am not sure.

Good idea, Steve to get an electronic ignition.  I am really going to consider getting one.  I went through all my wiring and timing today and it all seems fine.  Now I am going to go through the fuel lines, carb bowls, etc. to try to find out why all the cylinders aren't firing. 

I will keep everyone posted.

Joe K.