New-2-Me '80 GS750L

[Hoosier Daddy]

So far I have not cut any frame on any of my projects, simply removed OEM items. That way if there is ever a desire to return it back to stock it can easily be done. Now that I have removed the fenders and brakes on this and it is down to a bare roller, I think I have a good chance of going the same way again. Other than the rear peg / exhaust mount tri-angle portion.... it just looks out of place.
Time will tell I guess

[Hoosier Daddy]

Got the fenders off and wiped them down with penetrating oil, they should clean up nicely. Front and rear brakes are off. Fronts resivour was empty, the rear had fluid but did not release when gently applied, glad I didn't stomp on it before removal.
So I will try and "clean" the calipers and master cylinders up... but past experiance says a rebuild is in order.
But man she sure looks good all naked! Getting close to be able to start prepping the frame.

[Testarossa]

I had the exact same issues with mine when I got it home. My empty front reservoir turned out to be a bad o-ring where the plastic reservoir sits inside the master cylinder. I was able to carefully dis-assemble all of my calipers and clean them out. The rubber parts were still in good shape, so I took a chance and stuck it back together. Seems to be working for now. Rebuild kits are cheap insurance however.

[Hoosier Daddy]

"Hope for the best but expect the worst" has always been my moto when it comes to 30 year old bikes...
WOW my lil CB is going to be 40 next year!

[Hoosier Daddy]

Another good time in the shop, after a couple hours I have it down to a bare frame. Now comes all the inspection, clean-up, sorting of what I want to keep or sell to finance the build. Then the painting and polishing of the keepers.... Good times ahead!



Boxs-O-Bike!



Honestly all that rust visible from the beginning appears to be only on the surfaces. Inside she seems quite nice. Everything still well lubed and came apart fairly well.
But all that aluminum is so corroded she is going to need a lot of scotchbrite, 4-ought steel-wool, and polishing.





Hard to see now in the shop lighting but these fork lowers need the same level of attention. Fortunatly, after the last bike build, I had a grease zert installed in my elbow and I got a couple months until painting weather here.

[Testarossa]

Boy you know how to have fun! Where can I get that grease zert installed at. I need one. I got tendinitis in my elbow while I was doing the KZ. Looks like you're making good progress.

[SVSooke]

Yeah I would to but decided to use this instead

Didn't want to do these by hand

[Hoosier Daddy]

Yep, buffing will be on a Powered buffer wheel, just a long way to go before I am ready for that! The aluminum pieces of the GL1100 I did before this was in similar shape, white powder oxidation. started out wet sanding with 180 and worked my way down. I think it turned out OK...

[81ZUKI75]

Yep, buffing will be on a Powered buffer wheel, just a long way to go before I am ready for that! The aluminum pieces of the GL1100 I did before this was in similar shape, white powder oxidation. started out wet sanding with 180 and worked my way down. I think it turned out OK...

At least good enough for a BOM recognition over at NGW .

Glad to see your skills applied to an old Zuki too .

[Hoosier Daddy]

At least good enough for a BOM recognition over at NGW .

Glad to see your skills applied to an old Zuki too .

Uh-oh... cats out of the bag...Or did I brag about it here and forgot?
Do I know you 81ZUKI75 in another life?

[81ZUKI75]

Uh-oh... cats out of the bag...Or did I brag about it here and forgot?
Do I know you 81ZUKI75 in another life?

No no... I recognized your handle and your GL1000. I started lurking around over there last year (notaHarley) when I first started considering a "wang". Still considering but with two zooks already, I really don't have room for another bike . Plus, I'm still on the fence as to wheter I want a nekkid ride or add a tourer to the fleet.

Anyway, I'm looking forward to your results on the new-to-you "L".

[Hoosier Daddy]

Man I remember you! That user name cracked me up. Glad to have an old aquaintance here! Well as long as you brought it up...

[Testarossa]

I saw you guys "conversation" and wondered what's NGW? Well, I found your thread over there. You definitely have the perseverance to see this one (the GS) through. Nice work on the Goldwing. I have another neighbor selling a naked Goldwing. I'm guessing it's a GL1100, but not sure. I better stay away from him. My garage is about to explode as it is.

[Motocrossx23]

Looks like you have the exact same project as mine, both of ours are down to the frame and in a bunch of boxes lol. Mines an 81 though, only difference. Good luck with everything!

[Hoosier Daddy]

Do it Testarossa! whats one more

Motorcrossx23 - checked and subscribed to your thread, keep up the good work!