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    #1

    Like a hole in the head...

    ..that's how badly I need another bike.. A friend of mine has offered me a 1975 Honda CB400F (best year) with 12,000 miles on it, all original with a fresh tune and service, new chain, new Avon tires and new handle bars..for $1,200. A new muffler is all it really needs, so plans are in the making for that. I also have a really cool little fairing and a '75 Ducati 750SS tail section stashed away that might look kinda cool on it, too..hmm..wheels are turning..

    Just too good of a deal to pass on. Such sweet little jewels they are. I'm hoping to get it this weekend sometime. I'll post some pics when I get 'er home.
    1979 GS1000S,

    1982 Honda CX500 Turbo, 1982 Honda MB5 w/CR80 motor, 1977 Honda "nekid" Goldwing, 1976 Honda CB550F cafe', 1972 Honda XL250 cafe'
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    #2
    That's all well and good Larry, But what we really need to know is WHEN THE HECK ARE YOU GONNA BE BACK TO PAINTING !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Man we sure miss you these days.

    Seriously though...you suck!!! What a great bike and the price sounds real good for the condition you describe. Glad for you.
    MY BIKES..1977 GS 750 B, 1978 GS 1000 C (X2)
    1978 GS 1000 E, 1979 GS 1000 S, 1973 Yamaha TX 750, 1977 Kawasaki KZ 650B1, 1975 Honda GL1000 Goldwing, 1983 CB 650SC Nighthawk, 1972 Honda CB 350K4, 74 Honda CB550

    NEVER SNEAK UP ON A SLEEPING DOG..NOT EVEN YOUR OWN.


    I would rather trust my bike to a "QUACK" that KNOWS how to fix it rather than a book worm that THINKS HE KNOWS how to fix it.

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      #3
      Thanks, Chuck, always feels good to be wanted.. I just have no place to paint here in Idaho..crap. I still get calls every week to do paint work. Just talked to a guy yesterday in L.A. who has an RG500 Gamma in need of a new paint job..argh..

      The 400F will be a winter project. It's nice enough to ride and enjoy just the way it is right now.
      1979 GS1000S,

      1982 Honda CX500 Turbo, 1982 Honda MB5 w/CR80 motor, 1977 Honda "nekid" Goldwing, 1976 Honda CB550F cafe', 1972 Honda XL250 cafe'

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        #4
        The very first bike job will pay for one of those barn shaped out buildings..just sayin.

        Or get nestled in a neighborhood full of HUFFERS....they wont mind the fumes at all!! HA HA.
        MY BIKES..1977 GS 750 B, 1978 GS 1000 C (X2)
        1978 GS 1000 E, 1979 GS 1000 S, 1973 Yamaha TX 750, 1977 Kawasaki KZ 650B1, 1975 Honda GL1000 Goldwing, 1983 CB 650SC Nighthawk, 1972 Honda CB 350K4, 74 Honda CB550

        NEVER SNEAK UP ON A SLEEPING DOG..NOT EVEN YOUR OWN.


        I would rather trust my bike to a "QUACK" that KNOWS how to fix it rather than a book worm that THINKS HE KNOWS how to fix it.

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          #5
          400F is a really cool bike. Had one for a while back when I was at school. Would love to have another. That bike sounds like a steal. Needless to say, keeping it stock is best for resale value. If there is any question about long term ownership, I'd keep it stock.
          Ed

          To measure is to know.

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          Top Newbie Mistakes thread...http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...d.php?t=171846

          Carb rebuild tutorial...https://gsarchive.bwringer.com/mtsac...d_Tutorial.pdf

          KZ750E Rebuild Thread...http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...0-Resurrection

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            #6
            Originally posted by nvr2old View Post
            I just have no place to paint here in Idaho..crap.
            You coud do better work in an outhouse than most of us could do with the world's best paint shop and equipment. I know they have outhouses in Idaho.
            Coming from you that is a lame excuse.

            That 400 would be a hoot up on those twisty mountain roads.
            http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v5...tatesMap-1.jpg

            Life is too short to ride an L.

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              #7
              Yeah, that's the problem. Too many picky neighbors that would FREAK with the fumes. Got the small shop already, heated and everything, just not a good location for painting. Plus it's a rental, and the owner is seriously anal about keeping it all pristine..sooooo...
              1979 GS1000S,

              1982 Honda CX500 Turbo, 1982 Honda MB5 w/CR80 motor, 1977 Honda "nekid" Goldwing, 1976 Honda CB550F cafe', 1972 Honda XL250 cafe'

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                #8
                Sound like a move is in order..LOL Let the side money be rent money. Good times again painting and good extra income.
                MY BIKES..1977 GS 750 B, 1978 GS 1000 C (X2)
                1978 GS 1000 E, 1979 GS 1000 S, 1973 Yamaha TX 750, 1977 Kawasaki KZ 650B1, 1975 Honda GL1000 Goldwing, 1983 CB 650SC Nighthawk, 1972 Honda CB 350K4, 74 Honda CB550

                NEVER SNEAK UP ON A SLEEPING DOG..NOT EVEN YOUR OWN.


                I would rather trust my bike to a "QUACK" that KNOWS how to fix it rather than a book worm that THINKS HE KNOWS how to fix it.

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                  #9
                  Originally posted by Nessism View Post
                  400F is a really cool bike. Had one for a while back when I was at school. Would love to have another. That bike sounds like a steal. Needless to say, keeping it stock is best for resale value. If there is any question about long term ownership, I'd keep it stock.
                  You're right about it's value stock vs. customized, so nothing I do to it couldn't easily be returned. It's nice enough to keep totally stock, but I have a hard time not modifying it just a bit. The body work will remain totally original, as will the wheels, suspension and stuff..just thought a small fairing and tail section would jazz it up a bit. We'll see..I've never had a totally stock bike..maybe this could be my first attempt at a factory correct restoration..
                  1979 GS1000S,

                  1982 Honda CX500 Turbo, 1982 Honda MB5 w/CR80 motor, 1977 Honda "nekid" Goldwing, 1976 Honda CB550F cafe', 1972 Honda XL250 cafe'

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                    #10
                    May as well be your time Larry. Youve been involved in so many others restores that it seems fitting to you this round.
                    MY BIKES..1977 GS 750 B, 1978 GS 1000 C (X2)
                    1978 GS 1000 E, 1979 GS 1000 S, 1973 Yamaha TX 750, 1977 Kawasaki KZ 650B1, 1975 Honda GL1000 Goldwing, 1983 CB 650SC Nighthawk, 1972 Honda CB 350K4, 74 Honda CB550

                    NEVER SNEAK UP ON A SLEEPING DOG..NOT EVEN YOUR OWN.


                    I would rather trust my bike to a "QUACK" that KNOWS how to fix it rather than a book worm that THINKS HE KNOWS how to fix it.

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                      #11
                      Larry, is that the little 4 cylinder with the pipes swept to one side? If so, that pipe work looks awesome for a stock job!

                      When I get my shed done one day (or rather one year the way it's going at the moment), I'm hoping you will see how you could do a booth in a very small and cramped area... of course we own this house too so no landlord to worry about...

                      My only catch will be a severe lack of skill/talent compared with yourself of course
                      1982 GS450E - The Wee Beastie
                      1984 GSX750S Katana 7/11 - Kit Kat - BOTM May 2020

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                      450 Refresh thread: https://www.thegsresources.com/_foru...-GS450-Refresh

                      Katana 7/11 thread: http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...84-Katana-7-11

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                        #12
                        Larry, i have owned a bunch of those little beauties.
                        They like to rev but really don't go anywhere.
                        www.sohc4.net is an excellent website if you run into any troubles.
                        Check the frame where the side stand attaches. Water/condensation can collect there and compromise the frame. I had a '75 that i found on its side thinking it had sunk into the asphalt...turned out the frame was actually broken.
                        2@ \'78 GS1000

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                          #13
                          Pics will be required Larry and yes to follow Chucks comments when will the painting resume?? I have two for you...
                          Looking forward to your progress.

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                            #14
                            Joe...I got 4 or 5 from other guys AND someday the Cooley needs some fresh makeup!!!
                            MY BIKES..1977 GS 750 B, 1978 GS 1000 C (X2)
                            1978 GS 1000 E, 1979 GS 1000 S, 1973 Yamaha TX 750, 1977 Kawasaki KZ 650B1, 1975 Honda GL1000 Goldwing, 1983 CB 650SC Nighthawk, 1972 Honda CB 350K4, 74 Honda CB550

                            NEVER SNEAK UP ON A SLEEPING DOG..NOT EVEN YOUR OWN.


                            I would rather trust my bike to a "QUACK" that KNOWS how to fix it rather than a book worm that THINKS HE KNOWS how to fix it.

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                              #15
                              Thanks for the replies, guys. I just got back from Spokane a little while ago. My wife and I went for our 40th high school reunion. Was hoping to pick the 400 up and ride it home, too. The owner lives about 100 miles south of Spokane, and thought he could bring it up, but wasn't able to deliver it to me this weekend..dang. So hopefully next weekend.

                              Pete, here's a pic of one just like the one I'm getting.

                              1979 GS1000S,

                              1982 Honda CX500 Turbo, 1982 Honda MB5 w/CR80 motor, 1977 Honda "nekid" Goldwing, 1976 Honda CB550F cafe', 1972 Honda XL250 cafe'

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