I have read so many horror stories about grit getting into the oil tanks during blasting that I don't want to take any chances. I fully intend to fit a Charlies style filter as well, but I am also playing with the idea of an external cartridge filter.
Some nice originality on the bike... Many of the fasteners are worth saving, especially the Cleveloc nuts even if you are not using them on this restoration. They can be replated at a later date.
Although it has the custom paint, it doesn't seem to have been messed about with too much... until now. I will probably end up with a couple of boxes of parts that I can't bring myself to throw away, but I suspect they may never be used for a future build. I still have too much from my last two Triumphs, and don't get be started about the CB's. But I will hang on to most of the fasteners. :)
I am also a serial offender with Triumph restorations, on my 5th at the moment ! I have learnt to keep everything until the project is finished. I applaud your techniques and patience.
Man, I was confused. Here in the U.S. the word "paraffin" commonly refers to a type of wax. I was wondering how covering the top end in wax would do anything other than make a huge mess. Fortunately, living with Yorkshire Wife has taught me that y'all speak a different language. We call it kerosene. Looking forward to the next installment.
Looking at your barrels I’d say they are later Harris nickasil coated ones, they’ve probably had sealant put on the composite head gasket as they used to blow chunks of gasket out the side, go to copper. Once soaked for a few days double nut the studs and try unscrewing them one at a time. Usually a little bit at a time. Good luck.
I hadn't considered that they may be other than standard Triumph barrels. but following your comment I have researched the nickasil barrels and it looks like you are probably right. I'm not sure if this is good thing or a bad thing yet. Now though I feel I need to make even more effort not to wreck them getting them apart. But thanks very much for making me aware to check.
@@SPANNERRASH they’re ok and it’s what you’ve got so maybe work with it, they don’t wear for a start but be careful and only about 5 or 6 swipes with a fine hone will do it. They weigh nothing compared to cast iron so easier to work with just be careful with the torque wrench as I’ve seen studs pull out before. Also 750’s had an emission exhaust cam and a balance pipe on exhaust pipes for USA so if you open the cases put in a 650 exhaust cam they go real well and header pipes without the balance pipe as well.
This will be really good to see built Great work sir..
Thanks, I do hope that reality does match my ambitions for this.
It's nice that the jugs fit so neatly into that bucket for the paraffin soak.
Was meant to be :) Let's hope that it is a sign that the paraffin might make a difference.
Great job, appreciate your skills and determination thank god mine isn't as bad as that..!
Thanks. Not sure I have shown any real skill yet, but I do try!! :)
Great job 👏
Thank you! Cheers!
I think getting blasting grit into where you wouldnt want it is a valid concern with the oil in frame Triumphs.
I have read so many horror stories about grit getting into the oil tanks during blasting that I don't want to take any chances. I fully intend to fit a Charlies style filter as well, but I am also playing with the idea of an external cartridge filter.
Some nice originality on the bike... Many of the fasteners are worth saving, especially the Cleveloc nuts even if you are not using them on this restoration. They can be replated at a later date.
Although it has the custom paint, it doesn't seem to have been messed about with too much... until now. I will probably end up with a couple of boxes of parts that I can't bring myself to throw away, but I suspect they may never be used for a future build. I still have too much from my last two Triumphs, and don't get be started about the CB's. But I will hang on to most of the fasteners. :)
I am also a serial offender with Triumph restorations, on my 5th at the moment ! I have learnt to keep everything until the project is finished. I applaud your techniques and patience.
I do think it starts to become addictive. That and the love of all things rusty! :)
Srm in Wales will do your head,they organise collection and delivery.
Cheers. I will bear them in mind if it comes to it.
Man, I was confused. Here in the U.S. the word "paraffin" commonly refers to a type of wax. I was wondering how covering the top end in wax would do anything other than make a huge mess. Fortunately, living with Yorkshire Wife has taught me that y'all speak a different language. We call it kerosene. Looking forward to the next installment.
Great to hear from you again. and I am glad your wife is keeping you on track. I should have mentioned kerosene for my overseas viewers. :)
Looking at your barrels I’d say they are later Harris nickasil coated ones, they’ve probably had sealant put on the composite head gasket as they used to blow chunks of gasket out the side, go to copper. Once soaked for a few days double nut the studs and try unscrewing them one at a time. Usually a little bit at a time. Good luck.
I hadn't considered that they may be other than standard Triumph barrels. but following your comment I have researched the nickasil barrels and it looks like you are probably right. I'm not sure if this is good thing or a bad thing yet. Now though I feel I need to make even more effort not to wreck them getting them apart. But thanks very much for making me aware to check.
@@SPANNERRASH they’re ok and it’s what you’ve got so maybe work with it, they don’t wear for a start but be careful and only about 5 or 6 swipes with a fine hone will do it. They weigh nothing compared to cast iron so easier to work with just be careful with the torque wrench as I’ve seen studs pull out before. Also 750’s had an emission exhaust cam and a balance pipe on exhaust pipes for USA so if you open the cases put in a 650 exhaust cam they go real well and header pipes without the balance pipe as well.
Yeah paint
Cheers.
A heat gun will make it easier to manipulate that wire harness.
Great idea, I'll put it in the toolbox for next time! Cheers.
That was painfull to watch
If you think that was bad, watch the next :) There's also a couple of playlists on old CB750 too, you might prefer them. Take care.
That sissy bar needs to go. Turn it into a bobber 👍
To right I might put the sissy bar on marketplace, but not back on the bike!