Progress!!! 1978 GS1000E Restoration/Performance Rebuild

[philosopheriam]

They're baaaaaaaaaaaack!

Last batch of parts from my powdercoater:


Final assembly begins tomorrow

[jsandidge]

Looking forward to it.

[philosopheriam]

Progress, 7/10

Bad news item #1:
I bought a pair of used calipers a couple years ago to use with Salty's brake upgrade - when I took them apart, the pistons were in mediocre condition and the bores/seal grooves were very questionable. Instead of powdercoating them, I painted them, so if the calipers were junk I wouldn't be out the powdercoating fee. Long story short, the caliper paint I used chips when you breathe on it, and the calipers are starting to look like $hi* - moreover, they do not perfectly match the color of my frame. So, the front calipers went in the garbage can and I bought a used set from an 05 Concours (with a 30-day guarantee). These will be going to my powdercoater in the near future.

Bad news item #2:
The seal in my old gas cap was marginal, but I was going to attempt to polish the cap and reuse it - I soaked the seal in silicone spray to get it to swell a bit. During the polishing process, I accidentally caught the edge of the cap with the buffer and it sent the cap flying out of my hand and into the concrete floor. Now the cap is dented and scratched. I guess I'll be buying a new one now....


On a happier note, I fired up the zinc plating rig to take care of a few items that totally slipped my mind:


Installed the rear turn signals:

[SVSooke]

Progress, 7/10

On a happier note, I fired up the zinc plating rig to take care of a few items that totally slipped my mind:

I'm defiantly stealing this idea for my next plating adventure Sorry to hear about the bad stuff

[sealpup]

I follow many of the builds, but have never been motivated to comment until now. With having an electrical background I can see the effort that's gone into the wiring loom. The quality and attention to detail is phenomenal. Take a bow Sir !!

[philosopheriam]

I follow many of the builds, but have never been motivated to comment until now. With having an electrical background I can see the effort that's gone into the wiring loom. The quality and attention to detail is phenomenal. Take a bow Sir !!

Thank you, sir!

[clock1958]

Hi Mate

I have a 1979 / 80 GS1000S which requires a new wiring harness and just can't get my hands on one anywhere? Can you offer any pointers?

Mark
Sydney

[philosopheriam]

Hi Mate

I have a 1979 / 80 GS1000S which requires a new wiring harness and just can't get my hands on one anywhere? Can you offer any pointers?

Mark
Sydney

Mark - not trying to be an a-hole, but why does it need a new harness? Is the original missing or buggered beyond repair?

[switz1]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Suzuki-GS1000-GS1000-GS-1000-Wire-Harness-/262530436285?hash=item3d20088cbd:g:9GYAAOSwayZXi7zw&vxp=mtr

[philosopheriam]

7/17, Progress

Headlight bucket, bracket, spacers, and turn signals installed:





Electrical stuff reinstalled after powdercoating:

[philosopheriam]

7/17, Progress (continued)

Fork brace installed:

[erickson_ron]

I really appreciate the amazing electrical work. Glad to see someone sweating the details. What brand of fork brace is that? I am working on a 78 project as well. Thanks for the updates.

[JonnyC]

I really appreciate the amazing electrical work. Glad to see someone sweating the details. What brand of fork brace is that? I am working on a 78 project as well. Thanks for the updates.

Looks to be a powder coated Tarozzi. www.fastfromthepast.com is where I got mine.

[philosopheriam]

Looks to be a powder coated Tarozzi. www.fastfromthepast.com is where I got mine.

Bingo...! The stock finish of the Tarozzi looks terrible, imho...

[rudeman]

Bingo...! The stock finish of the Tarozzi looks terrible, imho...

Agreed. I painted my Telefix with Caliper paint and baked it. Holding up well.

Nice work, Anthony. Now hurry up and finish this beast we're getting impatient...