That would work if it were local and priced right. I've mostly given upon it and built my own. The 550/765 is almost complete, just lacking carburetors.
Anybody got a set of BS32 for the 550 or the 650 ( G, E, or GL ) laying around?
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That would work if it were local and priced right. I've mostly given upon it and built my own. The 550/765 is almost complete, just lacking carburetors.
Anybody got a set of BS32 for the 550 or the 650 ( G, E, or GL ) laying around?
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Tim Tom
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Bike Bandit should have them. You can enter in your model, and browse the parts fiche to find the parts you need. Parts Shark might also sell them. And of course Z1 Enterprises.
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RogerL
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So, I finally got a bit more time to start opening up the engine to have a look at what I was working with. Have a look at this and tell me what you think. Stator looks reasonably clean.
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RogerL
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Got some more time to get at the engine. Compression tested as 0,65,65,45. 
Didn't have the tools for a leak down test and figuring the age and stored condition of the bike I figure I may as well pull the head and rebuild it. This way I know exactly what I've got going on. From the initial look of things I think I can get away with a hone, new rings and redoing the valves. Also gives me the chance to get the head all nice and clean for paint. 
Uploaded some more pics if you want to check them out.
http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/Darkside1975/library/GS650E
Didn't have the tools for a leak down test and figuring the age and stored condition of the bike I figure I may as well pull the head and rebuild it. This way I know exactly what I've got going on. From the initial look of things I think I can get away with a hone, new rings and redoing the valves. Also gives me the chance to get the head all nice and clean for paint. Uploaded some more pics if you want to check them out.
http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/Darkside1975/library/GS650E
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RogerL
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Well, I've managed to get a bit more time to plug away on this. A bunch of parts have come in, just waiting on my new seat so I can measure and cut the frame accordingly. Got all the old head studs removed, one was a real pain and required a bit of extra love from an A/O torch, but she eventually came out. That was followed by a nice bath and wash. definitely takes a while to wash off 34 years of grime build up.
Head and jugs are currently in at the machine shop. Getting the valves cleaned up and making sure there's no distortion. Cylinders 1 & 2 were run lean, causing a white discoloration to the valves. Based on the corrosion around the head gasket on #1 & #2 cylinders, I'm guessing it led to a HG failure. Regardless, head is getting put back into spec. Jugs are getting a .5mil overbore and new pistons and I've opted to replace the cam chain while I'm in there.
Can anyone chime in on re-jetting the carbs? I'm planning on running pod filters with (most likely) a MAC 4 into 1 exhaust. Based off those addons, the Dynojet kit recommends I go with the 160 jets, however I believe that I read somewhere on here that the 155 may be the appropriate one to go with. I've never re-jetted a carb before so I'm open to any experienced commentary.
I've added a few more pics to my photobucket gallery. feel free to check them out. Hoping to get started on the frame, duckbill fenders and electronics tray in the next few weeks while I'm waiting for the machine shop to finish up. Then hopefully everything will be off to the powdercoaters by the start of May.
http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/Darkside1975/library/GS650E
Oh...BTW, if there is an Admin out there who can change the title of this thread to 1982 (instead of 1983) I'd appreciate it. Can't seem to edit the title.
Head and jugs are currently in at the machine shop. Getting the valves cleaned up and making sure there's no distortion. Cylinders 1 & 2 were run lean, causing a white discoloration to the valves. Based on the corrosion around the head gasket on #1 & #2 cylinders, I'm guessing it led to a HG failure. Regardless, head is getting put back into spec. Jugs are getting a .5mil overbore and new pistons and I've opted to replace the cam chain while I'm in there.
Can anyone chime in on re-jetting the carbs? I'm planning on running pod filters with (most likely) a MAC 4 into 1 exhaust. Based off those addons, the Dynojet kit recommends I go with the 160 jets, however I believe that I read somewhere on here that the 155 may be the appropriate one to go with. I've never re-jetted a carb before so I'm open to any experienced commentary.
I've added a few more pics to my photobucket gallery. feel free to check them out. Hoping to get started on the frame, duckbill fenders and electronics tray in the next few weeks while I'm waiting for the machine shop to finish up. Then hopefully everything will be off to the powdercoaters by the start of May.
http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/Darkside1975/library/GS650E
Oh...BTW, if there is an Admin out there who can change the title of this thread to 1982 (instead of 1983) I'd appreciate it. Can't seem to edit the title.
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loud et
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Don't worry about the title, the admin can't change it. You would have to delete the thread and restart it
The DJ Stage 3 kit (the one you will need) comes with full instructions.....they will suggest which ones to start with. They give you 3 sizes so you can go up or down from there.
Sounds like you are going all out. Engine rebuild, powdercoat, and what will be a ton of add on styling parts.
Well it sounds like you are giving it the full go!
Should be a very interesting project.
The DJ Stage 3 kit (the one you will need) comes with full instructions.....they will suggest which ones to start with. They give you 3 sizes so you can go up or down from there.
Sounds like you are going all out. Engine rebuild, powdercoat, and what will be a ton of add on styling parts.
Well it sounds like you are giving it the full go!
Should be a very interesting project.
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loud et
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Was the oil drain plug JB welded completely blocked? Lol
That's what the picture looks like.
Also that wood screw in the carb intake boot.....you will be buying new boots anyways so it's not a problem.
That's what the picture looks like.
Also that wood screw in the carb intake boot.....you will be buying new boots anyways so it's not a problem.
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RogerL
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This is one of those bucket list projects for me, so I'm defiantly trying my best to make it the best I can.
That wood screw killed me. Lol
I already bought all new boots. Originals were chewed.
I think the original plug was just jb welded over. I'm going to see if I can secure a new pan. My brother has two more 650's in his garage. One to ride and one for parts.
Can anyone advise on a good high flow aftermarket header pipe, if such a thing exists, or am I fabbing one from scratch?
That wood screw killed me. Lol
I already bought all new boots. Originals were chewed.
I think the original plug was just jb welded over. I'm going to see if I can secure a new pan. My brother has two more 650's in his garage. One to ride and one for parts.
Can anyone advise on a good high flow aftermarket header pipe, if such a thing exists, or am I fabbing one from scratch?
Does he want to sell the cylinder head?
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RogerL
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I could ask him, but I have a feeling that the shipping might be pricey, going cross-border and all.
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dFiddler
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Any idea on what handlebars you are going with? Have an 81' GS650E and just starting the build and going for a brat/scrambler look.
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RogerL
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I think I'm going to go with a med rise 29"-30" superbike bar.
On a side note. I got my pistons in (.5 over). Dropped them off to the machine shop. Should have my top end back in a couple weeks. Started cutting the frame to fit the new tail hoop.(Sorry to the purists)
Just have to weld everything in then start on my under seat electronics tray.
Uploaded a few new images to my photobucket stream
[URL="http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/Darkside1975/library/GS650E[/URL]
On a side note. I got my pistons in (.5 over). Dropped them off to the machine shop. Should have my top end back in a couple weeks. Started cutting the frame to fit the new tail hoop.(Sorry to the purists)
Just have to weld everything in then start on my under seat electronics tray.
Uploaded a few new images to my photobucket stream
[URL="http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/Darkside1975/library/GS650E[/URL]
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RogerL
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Finally got around to fitting the new tail hoop. Just got to weld it up now. Then on to the electronics tray. Check out the updated pics.
http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/Darkside1975/library/GS650E
http://s1099.photobucket.com/user/Darkside1975/library/GS650E
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JamesWhut?
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The best "steampunk" themed bike I've ever seen done was a CBX. The layout and styling of it just agreed with it.
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