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What is this little tube. Looks like one end goes to a sensor and other end fits into carb joint. I removed the end connected to joint since it was leaking gas. I will have to find a small nipple fitting to make it fit right.

Shoot!! Saddlebag locks do not work!! uuuuuuuuuurgh!! Will have to mount permanently or try a quick release of sorts.

Puc, thank you for the info and compliments. I'm definitely going with the oem now. I'm getting close! It's good to hear from you!! Later.

I've restored the saddlebags. She's strong as new now but, the PO did away with the temporary mounts and handle. I think i want to go back to original mounts as one can then remove the bags if needed to. I have all the hardware for that. Do the bags stay put with factory mounts? Thoughts? thanks

These plastics are in worse shape tha previously thought! Anyway, just a few more pieces to fix. If you ever have to mend the plastics, one has to use ABS glue and cleaner. Here are a few pics. Getting closer. I'm using a rubbing compound to bring out the original colour .

My ABS black glue came in. Time to start fixing cracks in plastic and also reinforce with ABS sheets. Next week or two I will post my final video once she is all put together. Man, what a journey !!

After 6 months of slaving away on this bike, I am finally to the aesthetics portion of the build. The original plastics will need some reinforcing with ABS glue and sheets and a little paint work. Hopefully I will have the entire bike completed in the next few weeks and then...................it's time to ride

Skydoc's fuse block upgrade is complete. My gas gauge does not work but other than that, everything looks good! Took her out for a 20 mile ride, no issues!! Very fast!! Now, time to put all plastics back on

No more smoke but I have had quite a bit of smoke from right tailpipe , although it seems to be diminishing now! I can't wait to get the plastics on, its amazing how these can buff right up using a compound to look brand new. The po removed all the handles and did a permanent mount of sorts, so I'm going to try to get those back to stock. I also mentioned earlier that the trunk was not stock and much bigger, so i will change that too. Prefer the look of the smaller trunk. anyway, lots left to do but the tough part is over, she finally rides again !!!

Thank you. I am looking forward to completing and going on a trip Then converting that final drive! Thanks again for all your help sir. Much appreciated! Where is Cowpuc? I have to say thank you to him too and others I might have forgotten.

I have attempted carb rebuilds in the past ( goldwings) with no luck! This carb setup appeared to be very unique. I leave this job for the pros, shipped off mine and Presto! 6 weeks later i have a new set using only OEM parts. Plug and play from then on out. I took my bike for its first ride in over 10 years and she rides like a dream. Well done on yours!!

I am beyond excited!!! The feeling of resurrecting a bike that had so many issues and finally getting her on the road is an amazing feeling that is hard to match!!! Now, I still have alot left, there are no plastics on her. I have one front brake working but barely!! My rear master cylinder still does not work , even after a rebuild so a new aftermarket is on the way !! I also need to fix a small leak in clutch line and coolant elbow. I ordered a fuse box upgrade kit from skydoc and will get that this week! Also, a sidestand switch must be installed For the most part, she is on the road. Seriously guys, this is a first for me and I still can't believe I did it , with your help of course. Man !!!!! This bike is so effortlessly powerful and handles beautifully!!! I will get a little video together of me riding it!! Chow for now !!

The side stand icon is lit and there is no side stand switch connected to the bottom of the frame by the side stand. I have 2 wires going into the clutch lever, is that coming from the side stand switch? I found the 3 wires by the sidestand itself, do i connect all 3 and also the 2 up by the clutch lever? I have ordered a side stand switch that fits on the frame . Okay, I figured it out!! Tied 3 wires together and she runs fun. I will also say this. I for the first time just took this bike out on the road and OMG, this is an amazing machine!!!!!!!! After all my hard work, I finally got this ride this bike and she handled perfect. My gears shift through nicely and very powerful !!!

So...................I was pretty excited to get the bike out today for its first ride. Put her on the center stand and attempted to check gears, she died when put in gear. I look down below the side stand and there is no switch. Just overlooked it and don't remember the bike having one. used one on the way.

Actually, the parts I picked were off an 83 so I'm good. Also , back to the loud noise I heard on startup, I'm not hearing it anymore, so I'm hoping the starter clutch will hang in there!

Holy moly!! I just started the bike after it sat for a few days, right after I hit the starter button I heard a loud thump !! Didn't sound good at all! I waited a minute and started it again and it started no problem and no loud sound. If it threw a rod, could it still run? mmmmm...........now I'm reading it could be starter clutch.

Well, the parts bike was stripped when I got there. Good news I did get a windshield, calipers, air suspension controller ( just putting on for looks), complete plastics same color, I just now noticed that the trunk on my bike is not stock. Would not have noticed if I didn't get a trunk while up there, I prefer the smaller stock trunk. I also picked a nice seat. Anyway, all was free so it was well worth the drive!! Oh, I also picked a vmax final drive since he had some vmax parts there.

Okay, I just found out the the parts bike is an 86, will some parts on that work on my 83, for instance i am needing the air suspension console unit.

T stat housing not leaking but now the water pump elbow has a pin hole on the bend. Looks like the po might have scraped it somehow. a new one costs $40 so i'm going to wait till up go to OKC this Sat to get my FREE parts and maybe there will be a good one there.

I went ahead and removed the housing and the o ring was chewed up. I guess i put the incorrect size in. I fashioned a new o ring and then put some sealant on it, hopefully it will work. Also, I have some good good news, the guy I bought this bike from has 2 other bikes which i believe are 87,88. They are torn down but he contacted me yesterday and told me he was tired of storing the parts and that i could come and get what i want for free !! So ......................

mmmmm..........it appears as though the housing is slightly deformed and not seating all the way. might order a new one.

Just noticed a coolant leak from thermostat housing. I did put in a new thermostat , maybe there's an o ring i forgot to place in. will try to fix today.

Here is a current list of what I have done so far: new reinforced frame cleaned gas tank new inline fuel filter new fuel petcock new steering head bearings rebuilt carbs rebuilt front forks with progressive springs 2nd gear fix new clutch slave cylinder new starter new tires new battery valve clearance adjusted all new gaskets and seals all fresh fluids new neutral switch New thermostat new trunk key whats left: rebuild brake calipers complete wiring up electrics complete assembling plastics purchase windshield Vmax final drive conversion nestled between above mentioned almost there!!!

Thanks. I am very excited. now I have to rebuild the brakes and then its time for a test ride

I'm definitely going to take you up on this. Thanks for the reminder.