GS1000 "retromod" build questions

[Buffalo Bill]

In regards to the fuel tank... Do you all recommend just evaporust, clean maybe rinse, fill and roll, or use some kind of protective coating inside?

I watched this only this morning.

[diptenkrom]

Most people transplant an entire front end, and/or, swingarm. That way you don't need to worry about things like axles, wheel bearings, brakes, etc.

and i am doing that, but with mismatched parts... cuz i didn't want 3 spoke wheels, and honda OE wheels are cheaper. and this is what i do. i want some custom stuff and then make life harder on myself.

[diptenkrom]

I watched this only this morning.

NICE! i remember that video now. i think i watched it when it was fresh a couple years back. that might be a good option to get started. I feel like that will take less of a toll on the metal too. Thanks for the link!

[slayer61]

We're onto the 2nd page, and no pictures yet? You know what they say... pics, or it didn't happen!

[diptenkrom]

I'll see what I can do. There isn't much to look at yet, lol

[diptenkrom]

Here are a few pics of the bike, wheels, and tank. Will get some of the forks, and the swingarm when i get a chance. they are harder to get to at the moment. I pulled the front wheel to put a different time on it, and didnt get it on there yet... procrastination sucks.

[slayer61]

I like your choice of wheels. What are they from?

[diptenkrom]

I like your choice of wheels. What are they from?

95-96 CBR600 - this is kinda the problem I'm trying to solve.

[slayer61]

95-96 CBR600 - this is kinda the problem I'm trying to solve.

I thought I recognized 'em. A buddy has some on his 500 Gamma... nutter.