Considering most of these GS engines are basically bullet proof someone had to do something awfully wrong to get that sort of result...
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Originally posted by rustybronco View Post
Considering most of these GS engines are basically bullet proof someone had to do something awfully wrong to get that sort of result...1982 GS450E - The Wee Beastie
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Two of the frictions from when I dis-assembled the clutch basket last night. Found most of the missing pieces.
Not much done today other than washing up parts that were removed. I'll get back on it tomorrow and split the cases.
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And the guilt piles up on my end...so sorry for the disappointments.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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Originally posted by chuck hahn View PostAnd the guilt piles up on my end...so sorry for the disappointments.Ed
To measure is to know.
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I know..just that had I had a way to know all the history or other things I surely would have never called him that fateful day. Too bad whoever had it before had grenaded everything. Soon as he has a list for me I will be crating up the parts and getting them shipped.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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Chuck, I've repeatedly said I've enjoyed this from the day I got it and that hasn't changed one Iota. There isn't one thing I've not been able to do to bring her back from the dead, nor will there be. The only thing at this point, is which avenue is more feasible, repair or replacement. It's no different than choosing what shade of gloss to paint the hand controls.
To me, this is relaxation.
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Well as soon as you get the cases split, you send me the list and I will get on it PRONTO!!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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Cases are split, but I've got a 'lot' of cleaning, inspecting and measuring of components before I'll have an idea if repair Vs. replacement is best. Right off hand as it looks so far, a crank is all it's going to need. The trans gears look good, the bearings feel smooth and other than all the corrosion on the outer case halves, every thing looks good at a cursory glance. Even the dogs look good!
I found the last piece from the clutch friction disc.
I'd hate to see the condition of the engine if this was a plain bearing motor. Thank God for roller bearings!
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Your gonna be fine from what i can actually "see". All that friction grit will wash right out. I am running down to Frank Zs today and will check in from time to time. I have tomorrow off and will be able to fetch parts then...let me know soon as you do...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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Since shes all open, i am assuming a NEW cam chain will be going in?? How did the chain guides look?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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Chuck, I'm going to take the parts into work a little at a time to wash them up so I can inspect them properly. I still need to measure the cylinder bores today and some time later this week, break down the cylinder head. After that I'll be able to assess the damages properly. I still need to figure out if my sand blaster will work well using glass beads so I can 'de'-corrode the cases.
You know what you can do in the mean time if you'd like, get a price on shipping the complete engine and ask Randy if He has a crank that's already removed from an engine.
If this thing only needs a crank and He doesn't have one that's removed, I'll find a source for one rather than you breaking down an engine for just a crank.
Like the rest of the components, I'll measure the chain and make a decision weather or not to replace it.
I work s l o w l y... but methodically. Plus I've still got to finish the wall in the back bedroom and put front brakes on Marys car.
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Glass beads is what i use on my engines and side covers and it does a super nice job.. Use a spray distance of maybe 4 or 5 inches and all will look like smooth satin finish.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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I suspect you are talking about using your hand held spot blaster for doing the bead blasting? The one we used on penelope's rim at your house in Hazeltucky. It did a nice fine job and exactly the surface finish I'm looking to achieve.
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Dale..yes that gun and glass beads. I will send it along with whatever engine parts I can help you with. EDIT...I am down at Franks and we got the valve cover issue resolved, Thats why my post is showing up under his name...Last edited by Frank Z.; 04-22-2012, 03:47 PM.
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