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cleg
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Color decision

Post by cleg » Sat Sep 10, 2011 12:42 pm

I am going to start the resto on my '66 Superhawk. I wanted to make sure that the engine was fine before going in deep.

I planned to go with the low bars andblack/silver color, but since it was originally red I may go back to red. I like the black scheme but also have seen the red which looks really nice also. Is one color more desirable than the other?

The engine runs really well and upon removal of the clutch cover it is surprisingly clean inside.
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'66 CB77 '75 Rd125

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Finally Underway

Post by cleg » Mon Dec 12, 2011 8:41 pm

Finally had some time this weekend to disassemble my CB77. I have decided to go with the red again. Maia's bike inspired me. Here's where I'm at.http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7017/6502 ... 768f89.jpg
'66 CB77 '75 Rd125

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Great Bday

Post by cleg » Mon Dec 12, 2011 8:45 pm

Today is my bday and I received some parts for the resto: Low bars, grips, misc items from Tim McDowell and the best one is the cush drive clutch from LM. The clutch really exceeded my expectations and I highly recommend this!
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Post by cleg » Mon Dec 12, 2011 8:53 pm

I am now deciding if I should powdercoat the frame and swinger or paint. Def going with pro painting on the tank, side covers and fenders. Blasted the center stand ( that was CRUDDY) and epoxy coated black today. Very happy to have 2 blasters at work!
'66 CB77 '75 Rd125

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Re: Great Bday

Post by LOUD MOUSE » Mon Dec 12, 2011 9:41 pm

I thank you for the nice comment of the clutch. .......lm
cleg wrote:Today is my bday and I received some parts for the resto: Low bars, grips, misc items from Tim McDowell and the best one is the cush drive clutch from LM. The clutch really exceeded my expectations and I highly recommend this!

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Post by advmaxx » Tue Dec 13, 2011 9:16 pm

cleg wrote:I am now deciding if I should powdercoat the frame and swinger or paint. Def going with pro painting on the tank, side covers and fenders. Blasted the center stand ( that was CRUDDY) and epoxy coated black today. Very happy to have 2 blasters at work!
I would recommend powdercoat as it will resist solvent (ie: gasoline). Not sure if you can get the correct color in a powdercoat though. All my bikes are black so it was an easy choice for me. I'm surprised the centerstand isn't the same color as the frame. Are you sure that's correct?

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Post by LOUD MOUSE » Tue Dec 13, 2011 9:22 pm

All CB72/77 center stands came Black. .....lm

advmaxx wrote:
cleg wrote:I am now deciding if I should powdercoat the frame and swinger or paint. Def going with pro painting on the tank, side covers and fenders. Blasted the center stand ( that was CRUDDY) and epoxy coated black today. Very happy to have 2 blasters at work!
I would recommend powdercoat as it will resist solvent (ie: gasoline). Not sure if you can get the correct color in a powdercoat though. All my bikes are black so it was an easy choice for me. I'm surprised the centerstand isn't the same color as the frame. Are you sure that's correct?

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