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Hi all, I have been lurking in the shadows for a month or 2 now and decided I should just go ahead and join.
The tip, manuals and advice have been a great help. So...here's my "NEW" ride
 Long story short...I had an '81 about 15 yrs ago that I blew the engine on and have been without a bike since, then I saw this one on CL and had to have it.
$850.00 later shes in my driveway 
'79 CB750K
Somewhere in Phoenix...Damn its hot
A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed. ~ Second Amendment of the United States
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Nice.  I love that sissy bar.
TOOLS
Life is not about the number of breaths, you take, but the moments that take your breath away.
I don't have an anger problem. I have an idiot problem. Hank Hill
Never confuse education for intelligence.
Happiness is a belt fed weapon.
I just can't imagine what could go wrong.
No fire? No explosions? So whats the point of your story?
Those who are too smart to engage in politics are punished by being governed by those who are dumber. ~Plato
It couldn't be done, but the darn fool didn't know it, and did it anyway.
We all got problems. Ksharp
I like vintage bikes because they take me away from the clutter of technology that I work with everyday and back to a simpler time of mechanical elegance and simplicity.. "ninadm"
Darkwing Duck: The worst part of public transportation is the Public.
"That is awesome shit there" Re-Run
"Fear nothing, attack everything" Eric Berry
" Oh, you read that on the internet? Clearly it IS a massive problem. Of course it CAN’t be normal operation."
1976 CB 750-A X 2
1977 CB 750-A X 4
1977 CB 750-K
1976 CB 750 F
1981 CB 750
1966 Kawasaki SG 250
1981 KZ 750 LTD
1973 CB 350
1979 CM 185 Twinstar
1982 Honda XL 80
South of Eden (Kansas City MO)
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Thanks
Here's a couple more
 With the new rear shocks
 
'79 CB750K
Somewhere in Phoenix...Damn its hot
A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed. ~ Second Amendment of the United States
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She still needs fork seals, tires, and rear break pads. I may have to rebuild the carbs but I am waiting till after the seafoam runs through with the good fuel to see if that sorts it out first.
'79 CB750K
Somewhere in Phoenix...Damn its hot
A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed. ~ Second Amendment of the United States
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Women love those sissy bars. They get to totally relax while riding. Good for the rider too as then there is less weight pushing against him all the time. Works good for a nap on the bike, in a pinch!
Sure looks in good shape for the age. You will just have to look up here how to drop the cb900 cams into the bike! It is almost a drop-in install.
The ride IS the adventure. The destination is just to get gas!
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Yeah the sissy bar was a bonus.
As for the cam, I am gonna leave it stock for now. I may change my mind down the road though.
I am considering an oil cooler though as I live in Phoenix and have some concerns about the heat.
'79 CB750K
Somewhere in Phoenix...Damn its hot
A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed. ~ Second Amendment of the United States
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A forum member that has been MIA for some time now Sgtslag, did a write up on putting an oil cooler on the DOHC bikes here. A search might bring it up.
TOOLS
Life is not about the number of breaths, you take, but the moments that take your breath away.
I don't have an anger problem. I have an idiot problem. Hank Hill
Never confuse education for intelligence.
Happiness is a belt fed weapon.
I just can't imagine what could go wrong.
No fire? No explosions? So whats the point of your story?
Those who are too smart to engage in politics are punished by being governed by those who are dumber. ~Plato
It couldn't be done, but the darn fool didn't know it, and did it anyway.
We all got problems. Ksharp
I like vintage bikes because they take me away from the clutter of technology that I work with everyday and back to a simpler time of mechanical elegance and simplicity.. "ninadm"
Darkwing Duck: The worst part of public transportation is the Public.
"That is awesome shit there" Re-Run
"Fear nothing, attack everything" Eric Berry
" Oh, you read that on the internet? Clearly it IS a massive problem. Of course it CAN’t be normal operation."
1976 CB 750-A X 2
1977 CB 750-A X 4
1977 CB 750-K
1976 CB 750 F
1981 CB 750
1966 Kawasaki SG 250
1981 KZ 750 LTD
1973 CB 350
1979 CM 185 Twinstar
1982 Honda XL 80
South of Eden (Kansas City MO)
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Thanks Tools I'll snoop around and see if I can find it.
'79 CB750K
Somewhere in Phoenix...Damn its hot
A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed. ~ Second Amendment of the United States
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Nice clean bike! Welcome to the forums.
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So I am finally doing some clean up on this girl...
 And a little paint...  Just a quick job to make her look a bit better. Badges will go on tomorrow, then back on the bike.
'79 CB750K
Somewhere in Phoenix...Damn its hot
A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed. ~ Second Amendment of the United States
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It is amazing what a little fresh paint and some wax can do to an old bike.
The ride IS the adventure. The destination is just to get gas!
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OK here she is
  And yes she needs a bath.
'79 CB750K
Somewhere in Phoenix...Damn its hot
A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed. ~ Second Amendment of the United States
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I like dirty girls myself.  TOOLS
Life is not about the number of breaths, you take, but the moments that take your breath away.
I don't have an anger problem. I have an idiot problem. Hank Hill
Never confuse education for intelligence.
Happiness is a belt fed weapon.
I just can't imagine what could go wrong.
No fire? No explosions? So whats the point of your story?
Those who are too smart to engage in politics are punished by being governed by those who are dumber. ~Plato
It couldn't be done, but the darn fool didn't know it, and did it anyway.
We all got problems. Ksharp
I like vintage bikes because they take me away from the clutter of technology that I work with everyday and back to a simpler time of mechanical elegance and simplicity.. "ninadm"
Darkwing Duck: The worst part of public transportation is the Public.
"That is awesome shit there" Re-Run
"Fear nothing, attack everything" Eric Berry
" Oh, you read that on the internet? Clearly it IS a massive problem. Of course it CAN’t be normal operation."
1976 CB 750-A X 2
1977 CB 750-A X 4
1977 CB 750-K
1976 CB 750 F
1981 CB 750
1966 Kawasaki SG 250
1981 KZ 750 LTD
1973 CB 350
1979 CM 185 Twinstar
1982 Honda XL 80
South of Eden (Kansas City MO)
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She's a really dirty girl today...it's been a "work on the bike" weekend. New tires, brake shoes, fork seals, upgraded fork springs, and exhaust gaskets. Reset the fuel screws and idle. Test rode a few miles today, will do a few more tomorrow. Should be riding regularly soon. The weather here is just getting good for it too.
'79 CB750K
Somewhere in Phoenix...Damn its hot
A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed. ~ Second Amendment of the United States
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Wish me luck all. After a good ride and test, I have come to the realisation that I have to rebuild the carbs. So, carb manual in phone, parts and supplies gathered, here we go.
'79 CB750K
Somewhere in Phoenix...Damn its hot
A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed. ~ Second Amendment of the United States
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So I tore the carbs apart, saving #2 for last (extra stuff and all), only to find that the accelerator pump spring was absent. Well that could explain my issues of the bike not idling down properly. No spring...accelerator diaphragm doesn't close...too much fuel running...won't idle down. Some days you just want to smack a PO.  On a good note, I'll have fresh clean carbs. 
'79 CB750K
Somewhere in Phoenix...Damn its hot
A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed. ~ Second Amendment of the United States
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That should not have been the issue since there are check valves in the accelerator pump to make it pump when the diaphragm moves. It was probably just not working at all.
TOOLS
Life is not about the number of breaths, you take, but the moments that take your breath away.
I don't have an anger problem. I have an idiot problem. Hank Hill
Never confuse education for intelligence.
Happiness is a belt fed weapon.
I just can't imagine what could go wrong.
No fire? No explosions? So whats the point of your story?
Those who are too smart to engage in politics are punished by being governed by those who are dumber. ~Plato
It couldn't be done, but the darn fool didn't know it, and did it anyway.
We all got problems. Ksharp
I like vintage bikes because they take me away from the clutter of technology that I work with everyday and back to a simpler time of mechanical elegance and simplicity.. "ninadm"
Darkwing Duck: The worst part of public transportation is the Public.
"That is awesome shit there" Re-Run
"Fear nothing, attack everything" Eric Berry
" Oh, you read that on the internet? Clearly it IS a massive problem. Of course it CAN’t be normal operation."
1976 CB 750-A X 2
1977 CB 750-A X 4
1977 CB 750-K
1976 CB 750 F
1981 CB 750
1966 Kawasaki SG 250
1981 KZ 750 LTD
1973 CB 350
1979 CM 185 Twinstar
1982 Honda XL 80
South of Eden (Kansas City MO)
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Well the carbs are back together and on the bike. Fired up. Minor adjustments and she's running nice...only problem is that float #2 is not closing. Tried rappin on the bowl, no good. Gonna have to pull them and work on the float/needle. 
'79 CB750K
Somewhere in Phoenix...Damn its hot
A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed. ~ Second Amendment of the United States
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Leaking issue solved! Full test ride after work today. If all goes well, that's the last of the mechanical work for now. The rest is cosmetic.
'79 CB750K
Somewhere in Phoenix...Damn its hot
A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed. ~ Second Amendment of the United States
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She's purring like a kitten, and riding like a dream! I am happy happy happy! Perfect weather this week for riding here in Phoenix and I intend to take full advantage of it before it gets cold.
'79 CB750K
Somewhere in Phoenix...Damn its hot
A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed. ~ Second Amendment of the United States
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