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razor02097
A crockpot with carb cleaner should get that head nice and clean. Just make sure you do your cooking outside
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Originally posted by razor02097 View PostA crockpot with carb cleaner should get that head nice and clean. Just make sure you do your cooking outside
Let's just say simmering Yamalube carb cleaner in a sauce pan does not smell terribly nice...
I think at the moment I'll go the marine clean dip, degreaser, and see what some pressure washing does to start with and then go from there.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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Ok Tim, something like what's in this thread would be fantastic:
Australian Cycling Forums by Bicycles Network Australia is a community for bike topics and discussion
And just found this on eBay (I might actually have a go at this if it stays cheap, although obviously not original wheels/tyres):
There's also a Healing here:
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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Originally posted by razor02097 View PostPOR 15 makes some really good products. I bet it will look great afterward!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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landshark
Yeah, id definitely be having a go at the one on ebay. Its close and what ever is at the farm wont be in as good condition.
Plus it will have to get here.
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gremlin
i would try just some strong dawn dishwashing soap and a good stiff brush, on the head. works good.
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Originally posted by landshark View PostYeah, id definitely be having a go at the one on ebay. Its close and what ever is at the farm wont be in as good condition.
Plus it will have to get here.
That doesn't mean it's not worth a try though...
Originally posted by gremlin View Posti would try just some strong dawn dishwashing soap and a good stiff brush, on the head. works good.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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And I got the crankshaft out tonight! Woohoo!
Did a Google search and found another article discussing how to get them out, and turns out you don't need a bolt, just a thin rod to slide in there and a hammer to drift it out.
The only things I had thin enough were a round file and a small flat head screwdriver, so I started with it on its side and got it moving with the file, then used the screwdriver with the engine back in the stand to finish up.
And there it is:
The left hand bearing feels pretty smooth but I feel it's a bit worn, whereas the right hand bearing is absolutely shagged. It notches all the way around, not one bit of smoothness whatsoever, so I reckon both are up for replacement.
I gave the inside and outside of the empty case a bit of a clean and got the gasket remnants off and it's definitely much improved:
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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razor02097
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Originally posted by razor02097 View PostCases look like they are in good shape that's great news
So far the definite issues are the clutch lever pivot hole and pivot, ignition coil, and main bearings. So far so good on the rest but I haven't touched the carb or clutch yet...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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Started on pulling the clutch apart tonight but didn't get too far as I didn't have much time.
The key to removal is to get the spring compressed to relieve the pressure on the cir-clip that holds it all together, so grabbed a C clamp and went to work:
This is the cir-clip that's the key to it all:
Cir-clip pliers put to good use:
And tension relieved, ready to dismantle:
I only got as far as taking the sprocket with the clutch basket attached off:
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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razor02097
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Originally posted by razor02097 View PostWhat material are the friction plates made from?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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razor02097
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