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Paint - Badges and Component Refinishing / Frame paint for my 1970 ko?

« on: June 12, 2023, 06:54:48 pm »

I’m not a painter so I’ll probably have to use rattle cans for frame, swing arm center & kick stands & then I also have the triple trees. Wondering the consensus, Thanks
I did clean up & sanded with 003 steel wool.

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Engine Mechanical / Which crankshaft bearings(mains)

« on: January 31, 2023, 03:18:36 pm »

I don’t understand, I have AAAAA on case & AABBA on crankshaft… Thanks for any input:)

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General Discussion / A couple restoration questions, paints & cleaning tank

« on: January 31, 2023, 03:09:03 pm »

Hi all, I joined 10 yrs ago when I got my 1033xxx & then stored it. I want to repaint frame & engine cases first as well as clean out the gas tank first. I read where vinegar(white I assume) is used- just fill it up for a week? I read using molasses too so not sure? I’m wondering which paint & color for frame & cases too?

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New Member Introductions / My early ko needs reincarnation

« on: January 20, 2023, 12:02:45 pm »

Hi guys! I joined this forum 10 yrs ago when I got & disassembled my 33xxx ko, then I got busy with my family & it went to the back burner lol.
Now I’d like to reassemble but torn between trying to keep it original or not? Should I spray paint frame, have it painted or just leave it as is?? I also disassembled engine & cleaned & washed cases & will be resealing stock engine. Build date is 4/70 with 9k or so on it & last registered in the early 80’s. Has the 4 into 1 carb cables etc. I rushed the disassembly & cracked up the pained air box:( which needs to be glued up somehow still. I worked for a master builder of these back in the early 70’s who specialized in street racers at the time. Those were some good times!

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Engine Mechanical / Output shaft bearings

« on: December 18, 2013, 05:18:42 pm »

hey guys...n girls, Happy Holidays....I hope! I kinda wanta get my lower end back together again since everything looks amazingly clean, but I'm thinking about the outer output shaft bearing and was wondering where/what others have done? I'll be eagerly interested in your responses!

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Engine Mechanical / Best place for gaskets set?

« on: October 03, 2013, 07:43:11 pm »

I've got a 70 KO (33xxx iirc) I tore it down to freshen up, had very low miles. I'd like to get a complete gasket & seals kit and possibly new bearings..? I worked for a guy who use to repair and build these all the time back in the early 70's...those were the days! haha anyways, I know there's just a couple "good" places now:( Like Vesrah http://4into1.com/vesrah-complete-gasket-set-vg-156-honda-cb750-1970-1973/]http://4into1.com/vesrah-complete-gasket-set-vg-156-honda-cb750-1970-1973/]http://4into1.com/vesrah-complete-gasket-set-vg-156-honda-cb750-1970-1973/ and cb750...http://www.cb750supply.com/products/4/engine not sure but want good or maybe the best? TIA for your opinions:)

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New Member Introductions / Hi from NY...need gaskets

« on: October 02, 2013, 10:37:32 pm »

Hi, great to see the forum! I've got a 70 KO (33xxx iirc) I tore it down to freshen up, had very low miles. I'd like to get a complete gasket & seals kit and possibly new bearings..? I worked for a guy who use to repair and build these all the time back in the early 70's...those were the days! haha anyways, I know there's just a couple "good" places now:( Like Vesrah [url]http://4into1.com/vesrah-complete-gasket-set-vg-156-honda-cb750-1970-1973/]http://4into1.com/vesrah-complete-gasket-set-vg-156-honda-cb750-1970-1973/[/url] and cb750...http://www.cb750supply.com/products/4/engine not sure but want good or maybe the best? TIA for your opinions:)

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Engine Mechanical / Cylinders/jugs won't break free

« on: January 11, 2013, 09:50:38 am »

Man! can't get the jugs to let loose from base gasket and I don't want to pound a freakin screwdriver or something in-between jugs and cases....screwing it up? I'm not even sure if there are indeed any "tricks" for this operation?

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