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    ... and it was my decision...

    To do this the old fashion way...

    Everything is wet sanded. ugh.




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    Current:
    1993 ZX11 - 2nd build in progress
    1977 GS750 (710 is getting closer)
    1998 Kawasaki Voyager - selling
    1998 Chevy C2500
    1999 Rav4

    #2
    It seems many times the old fashioned way may be better than the new and improved. Looking good so far.
    1983 GS1100E, 1983 CB1100F, 1991 GSX1100G, 1996 Kaw. ZL600 Eliminator, 1999 Bandit 1200S, 2005 Bandit 1200S, 2000 Kaw. ZRX 1100

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      #3
      Imagine prepping a jumbo jet!
      prep work is the key to a perfect finish show us the after when available.
      1983 GS 550 LD
      2009 BMW K1300s

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        #4
        What bike are you painting? Is it the one used as your avatar?
        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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          #5
          Originally posted by nvr2old View Post
          What bike are you painting? Is it the one used as your avatar?
          No... Because of the avatar pic I had a bunch of parts left over from a 77 GS750. Wasn't sure what I was going to do because importing a frame from outside of Florida costs way to much in licensing fees. Finally got lucky, found a Florida frame and built a 750.

          Prior to painting.
          77 GS750
          bored 4mm
          period correct 4 into 1

          June 2023.jpg

          Current:
          1993 ZX11 - 2nd build in progress
          1977 GS750 (710 is getting closer)
          1998 Kawasaki Voyager - selling
          1998 Chevy C2500
          1999 Rav4

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            #6
            Originally posted by nvr2old View Post
            What bike are you painting? Is it the one used as your avatar?
            This is the scoot in the avatar pic.

            This list is as it sits in this pic - as of today 09.29.2023 its actually only the frame and engine right now. finishing the frame over the next few weeks now that the above 750 is getting done
            77 GS750 frame - 08/77 - registered and insured in the state of Florida - in my name LOL.
            78/9 GS1000 engine - stock as of now except for the Dyna pick up and coils. Carbs in this pic are Kawasaki VM 26's (1975 KZ900 still in the family - bored to an 1172 and fun)
            2002 GSXR F&R suspension, brakes, wheels, clip ons,
            1993 ZX11 gear sets
            late model Bonneville seat pan - 1 off - guy built a test piece - I got lucky and found it.
            The side covers are not going to be on this bike as I have a 1/2 piece of sheet aluminum (4mm ?) that I am going to make side covers and a rear number plate.
            The gas tank is a 550/650 tank - came with this frame and the above 750 tins and will only be on it for "show." I am building a tank for racing.
            I deal with calibration gas for sensors in our generators and the bottles are cool.
            Trying to build this with as many OE parts as I can as I plan on visiting Beeville, Bonneville and pay a visit to the boys at the SDBA.
            It's been fun and I have ridden it in this confirguration. Front wheel is happy and the real wheel spins uncontrolably for some unknown reason but I am diagnosing it
            Busted the local speed limit with no issues - so far.
            You won't believe how light it is...



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            Current:
            1993 ZX11 - 2nd build in progress
            1977 GS750 (710 is getting closer)
            1998 Kawasaki Voyager - selling
            1998 Chevy C2500
            1999 Rav4

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              #7
              Just a small update of what's to come. Yes, you can see the trees in the reflection...


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              Current:
              1993 ZX11 - 2nd build in progress
              1977 GS750 (710 is getting closer)
              1998 Kawasaki Voyager - selling
              1998 Chevy C2500
              1999 Rav4

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                #8
                Another sampling of rattle can paint looking good...


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                Current:
                1993 ZX11 - 2nd build in progress
                1977 GS750 (710 is getting closer)
                1998 Kawasaki Voyager - selling
                1998 Chevy C2500
                1999 Rav4

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                  #9
                  I've seen and done rattlecan paint jobs, the end results are all about how much patience and effort you put into it
                  1980 Yamaha XS1100G (Current bike)
                  1982 GS450txz (former bike)
                  LONG list of previous bikes not listed here.

                  I identify as a man but according to the label on a box of Stauffers Baked Lasagne I'm actually a family of four

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                    #10
                    1st wet sand with both colors. Found a couple of blemishes that I've taken care of.
                    Hopefully this weekend I'll be able to finish this tank....

                    You don't realize how big it is until you're trying to wet sand with it in your lap... LOL




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                    Last edited by unfocused; 10-06-2023, 12:34 PM.
                    Current:
                    1993 ZX11 - 2nd build in progress
                    1977 GS750 (710 is getting closer)
                    1998 Kawasaki Voyager - selling
                    1998 Chevy C2500
                    1999 Rav4

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                      #11
                      I did get the left side cover completed from a paint standpoint.


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                      Current:
                      1993 ZX11 - 2nd build in progress
                      1977 GS750 (710 is getting closer)
                      1998 Kawasaki Voyager - selling
                      1998 Chevy C2500
                      1999 Rav4

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                        #12
                        With the good, comes a mistake. I was peeling the tape and...well... can I get a life line or a door-over

                        As they say - It Happens...

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                        Current:
                        1993 ZX11 - 2nd build in progress
                        1977 GS750 (710 is getting closer)
                        1998 Kawasaki Voyager - selling
                        1998 Chevy C2500
                        1999 Rav4

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                          #13
                          ... and for those of you that weren't thinking about hot dogs...

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                          Current:
                          1993 ZX11 - 2nd build in progress
                          1977 GS750 (710 is getting closer)
                          1998 Kawasaki Voyager - selling
                          1998 Chevy C2500
                          1999 Rav4

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                            #14
                            I am this far/close...

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                            Current:
                            1993 ZX11 - 2nd build in progress
                            1977 GS750 (710 is getting closer)
                            1998 Kawasaki Voyager - selling
                            1998 Chevy C2500
                            1999 Rav4

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                              #15
                              The other side...

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                              Current:
                              1993 ZX11 - 2nd build in progress
                              1977 GS750 (710 is getting closer)
                              1998 Kawasaki Voyager - selling
                              1998 Chevy C2500
                              1999 Rav4

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