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    #1

    Rons' 78 GS1000 rebuild

    Finally got my frame back from the powder coater today. Looks better than I could have imagined. Now to get started putting it back together! Sorry cafe' guys, this ones going back as close to stock as possible!
    IMG_0338.jpg

    And why yes, it is on the coffee table right now! He delivered it to my front door! Don't worry, it will be in the garage before dark!

    Hope to have it completed by April 1st. Stay tuned!
    Ron
    When I die, just cremate me and put me in my GS tank. That way I can go through these carbs, one more time!
    1978 GS750E - November 2017 BOTM
    1978 GS1000C - May 2021 BOTM
    1982 GS1100E - April 2024 BOTM
    1999 Honda GL1500SE
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    #2
    Is your work area warm enough or do you need to bring the rest of the parts IN and work off the coffee table?

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    mine: 2000 Honda GoldWing GL1500SE and 1980 GS850G'K' "Junior"
    hers: 1982 GS850GL - "Angel" and 1969 Suzuki T250 Scrambler
    #1 son: 1986 Yamaha Venture Royale 1300 and 1982 GS650GL "Rat Bagger"
    #2 son: 1980 GS1000G
    Family Portrait
    Siblings and Spouses
    Mom's first ride
    Want a copy of my valve adjust spreadsheet for your 2-valve per cylinder engine? Send me an e-mail request (not a PM)
    (Click on my username in the upper-left corner for e-mail info.)

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      #3
      No Steve, I have to suffer in an unheated, single car, detached garage! Unless the other one living here gives her approval! (Don't see that happening!)

      Looks like some cold work nights wearing the flannel lined jeans and sweatshirts are in my future.
      Ron
      When I die, just cremate me and put me in my GS tank. That way I can go through these carbs, one more time!
      1978 GS750E - November 2017 BOTM
      1978 GS1000C - May 2021 BOTM
      1982 GS1100E - April 2024 BOTM
      1999 Honda GL1500SE

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        #4
        If you don't mind a bit of a commute, bring it on up. Shop is (almost) always comfortable temperature, plenty of light, tunes, TV.

        There's a half-bath on the shop level and a futon couch/bed upstairs, just let me know when you are on the way.

        .
        sigpic
        mine: 2000 Honda GoldWing GL1500SE and 1980 GS850G'K' "Junior"
        hers: 1982 GS850GL - "Angel" and 1969 Suzuki T250 Scrambler
        #1 son: 1986 Yamaha Venture Royale 1300 and 1982 GS650GL "Rat Bagger"
        #2 son: 1980 GS1000G
        Family Portrait
        Siblings and Spouses
        Mom's first ride
        Want a copy of my valve adjust spreadsheet for your 2-valve per cylinder engine? Send me an e-mail request (not a PM)
        (Click on my username in the upper-left corner for e-mail info.)

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          #5
          Thanks for the offer Steve but I'll suffer through another rebuild in this sorry excuse for a garage! I actually have a lot of parts already finished and waiting to be bolted back on. My main issue right now is I have a zillion small parts to re-zinc. Luckily, I can do those inside on the weekends. (When she is working!) I actually started reworking some parts as I removed them back in December. Such as the rear wheel, brake and hardware.IMG_0313.jpg
          Ron
          When I die, just cremate me and put me in my GS tank. That way I can go through these carbs, one more time!
          1978 GS750E - November 2017 BOTM
          1978 GS1000C - May 2021 BOTM
          1982 GS1100E - April 2024 BOTM
          1999 Honda GL1500SE

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            #6
            Progress!

            Finally got to start putting parts back on the frame today! Got the swingarm, shocks, rear wheel, rear brake and the triple trees put back on today.

            IMG_0341.jpg

            Now if I could only get this zinc plating solution to cooperate!
            Ron
            When I die, just cremate me and put me in my GS tank. That way I can go through these carbs, one more time!
            1978 GS750E - November 2017 BOTM
            1978 GS1000C - May 2021 BOTM
            1982 GS1100E - April 2024 BOTM
            1999 Honda GL1500SE

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              #7
              Anyone ever used these guys for a replacement VIN plate?

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              https://www.ebay.com/itm/Motorcycle-VIN-NUMBER-ID-Plate-Emblem-TAG-Custom-Engraved-With-Your-VIN/153050695190?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649


              Mine didn't survive the powder coater and I was wondering if anyone has purchased one of these. If so, do they look close to factory stock even though it is a plate and not a sticker?

              Or anyone have a better source for one?

              Thanks,
              Ron
              When I die, just cremate me and put me in my GS tank. That way I can go through these carbs, one more time!
              1978 GS750E - November 2017 BOTM
              1978 GS1000C - May 2021 BOTM
              1982 GS1100E - April 2024 BOTM
              1999 Honda GL1500SE

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                #8
                this is the best repro decal for ours old GS.
                Marc
                VIN Reproductions
                http://bdesigns.ca/Rubber_Samples.htm

                just click on before and after.
                Marc
                AIR COOLED MONSTERS NEVER DIE
                1978 GS1000C X2
                1978 GS1000E X2
                1979 GS1000S
                1979 gs1000
                1983 gs400e

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                  #9
                  Got a little bit done this week so far.....Got the wheel re-assembled after plating the spokes.IMG_0347.jpg
                  Ron
                  When I die, just cremate me and put me in my GS tank. That way I can go through these carbs, one more time!
                  1978 GS750E - November 2017 BOTM
                  1978 GS1000C - May 2021 BOTM
                  1982 GS1100E - April 2024 BOTM
                  1999 Honda GL1500SE

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                    #10
                    Also got the center stand back on the frame.IMG_0344 (1).jpg

                    Seems like it takes forever to get anything done. Always waiting to zinc-plate some bolt, washer or nut to be able to attach a part! Oh well....it is cold outside!
                    Ron
                    When I die, just cremate me and put me in my GS tank. That way I can go through these carbs, one more time!
                    1978 GS750E - November 2017 BOTM
                    1978 GS1000C - May 2021 BOTM
                    1982 GS1100E - April 2024 BOTM
                    1999 Honda GL1500SE

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                      #11
                      Got the rear master cylinder and brake hose re-installed today.IMG_0348.jpg
                      Ron
                      When I die, just cremate me and put me in my GS tank. That way I can go through these carbs, one more time!
                      1978 GS750E - November 2017 BOTM
                      1978 GS1000C - May 2021 BOTM
                      1982 GS1100E - April 2024 BOTM
                      1999 Honda GL1500SE

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                        #12
                        Also got the front brake rotor installed, plated the spacers, axle and nut, and got it all installed.IMG_0349.jpg

                        At least now I can move it around the garage!
                        Ron
                        When I die, just cremate me and put me in my GS tank. That way I can go through these carbs, one more time!
                        1978 GS750E - November 2017 BOTM
                        1978 GS1000C - May 2021 BOTM
                        1982 GS1100E - April 2024 BOTM
                        1999 Honda GL1500SE

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                          #13
                          It's all looking very nice Ron. Keep up the good work.
                          Larry

                          '79 GS 1000E
                          '93 Honda ST 1100 SOLD-- now residing in Arizona.
                          '18 Triumph Tiger 800 (gone too soon)
                          '19 Triumph Tiger 800 Christmas 2018 to me from me.
                          '01 BMW R1100RL project purchased from a friend.

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                            #14
                            Ron, your motorcycle is looking great! I love them wheels. 👍
                            My Motorcycles:
                            22 Kawasaki Z900 RS (Candy Tone Blue)
                            22 BMW K1600GT (Probably been to a town near you)
                            82 1100e Drag Bike (needs race engine)
                            81 1100e Street Bike (with race engine)
                            79 1000e (all original)
                            82 850g (all original)
                            80 KZ 650F (needs restored)

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                              #15
                              Getting to the rolling stage is always a big deal.
                              Spokes rule!
                              2@ \'78 GS1000

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