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Re: New Project
« Reply #25 on: August 16, 2019, 02:41:52 PM »
OEM is a paper filter, good thing you didnt start it or there might be foam bits through the engine. Oil on the foam will cause that degradtion if not cleaned and re-oiled regularly ( every 10 yrs isnt regular)
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Re: New Project
« Reply #26 on: August 17, 2019, 07:53:42 PM »
:think1 Definitely aftermarket, but not K&N as the mesh isn't fine enough :think1
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Re: New Project
« Reply #27 on: August 17, 2019, 08:29:39 PM »
YE HA!

Started her up tonight with a new battery and she is whisper quiet compared to my other bikes.

Will be putting a standard air filter back in .

Definitely replacing the cam belt.

I am going to remove the wheels and check the brakes.

The front is almost seized rock solid.

Have to get some time to attack her.

I am impressed at how quiet the engine is !

Wonder if it has had some work done before ?

The rocker covers are leaking so it's new gaskets for those as well.

Will get to the carbs directly but it idles and runs well when the throttle is blipped.

Well happy !
 
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Re: New Project
« Reply #28 on: August 17, 2019, 11:28:40 PM »
Excellent news  :clap
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Re: New Project
« Reply #29 on: August 24, 2019, 07:39:30 AM »
Yesterday I got the front wheel out finally. Bloody thing was seized due to the brakes.


Took the calipers off and this is what I found.






These are some of the most corroded calipers I have ever seen, full,of a yellow gunky sludge and corrosion everywhere.

Managed to salvage 2 Pistons out of four, will order new Pistons and seals today. Will keep the salvaged items as spares.

I will have to disassemble the master cylinder and clean it as well.

The brake lines are the originals and they will be replaced.

Does anyone have any suggestions where to get some braided lines from ?

I have hel lines on my other bikes but they are a bit hexy for this budget build.

The front forks are a disaster and I will remove, clean and service.

Everywhere I look there is mass corrosion.

I intend to start at the front and continue back.

There is a lot to do.

Stay tuned for more.







 
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Re: New Project
« Reply #30 on: August 24, 2019, 07:45:07 AM »
You’ve got infinitely more mechanical talent than I  :-++

As an aside, I’d love to see some closer photos of MEN65. That looks like a classic.
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Re: New Project
« Reply #31 on: August 24, 2019, 08:34:35 AM »
Impressive work.  Look forward to reading future instalments.
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Re: New Project
« Reply #32 on: August 24, 2019, 06:16:45 PM »
Off Topic Re Men-65
It is a 2001 Moto Guzzi Aluminium Special Sport.

Alas it belongs to a mate of mine that I have known since the first day of school. We have ridden countless K's together over the years.

Unfortunately he had a big off on it after having done over 200,000 K's on it without much done to it other than service, new clutch and some personal mods.

It had a smashed rear weel that I replaced , and the right cylinder barbell and head including the valve gear is all smashed up.

There are also a few other issues however nothing that can't be sorted.

I wil get around to resurrection of this beast however there is no rush as after 14 months my mate is still recovering.

The ST takes precedence at the moment though.

There is also a an X75 Hurricane in the cave part way through a resto as well !

Where is the best place to get a timing belt ?
 
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Re: New Project
« Reply #33 on: August 24, 2019, 06:46:15 PM »
For braided brake lines talk to Pedders - They usually know someone who makes them to order, or can come to you to make them onsite to suit your build  :thumb
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Re: New Project
« Reply #34 on: August 24, 2019, 07:11:32 PM »
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Re: New Project
« Reply #35 on: September 03, 2019, 09:17:59 PM »
Sorry for the late reply.

Thanks for the info on the timing belt.

It is on its way.

The more I look the more I see.

When I do rest is like this I tend to amass bits and pieces and then attack.

At the moment I am debating wether to overhaul the calipers or buy some working items from a wrecker and just do the pads.

At the moment the wreckers are in front from a cost point.

With builds like this I factor in costs and time.Although time is not a cost it is still important.

I have a budget of $50- per week on this so it won't be a fast build however I have some clear ideas on what I want the end product to be.

Something a little different from a standard ST, more along the bagger line.

Stay tuned ,

I have some commitments that are also slowing things down.

Pics will come as it progresses , starting at the front and finishing at the rear is what I have planned .

Any help or suggestions will be and are appreciated and if anyone has any parts that are surplus to their needs I am always interested.

So far I have a new battery, oil , oil filter, new air filter and some much needed stainless fasteners.

There is a timing belt on its way.

I need a new left side rocker cover if anyone has one.

Not the last part I will need but findapart is always handy for odds and sods.

Bye for now,

There won't be much progress after this week as I am going to the annual Ragged Fringe rally up at Gloucester next weekend.

Cheers For Now
 
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Re: New Project
« Reply #36 on: September 03, 2019, 10:25:55 PM »
I would recommend new brakes, ( I replaced my front callipers) the ones from a wrecker may have a problem so may incur extra cost to re-replace.
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Re: New Project
« Reply #37 on: September 04, 2019, 03:59:18 PM »
A bit late but welcome from near Toowoomba Qld
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