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by 2Loose
Mon Jul 24, 2017 4:01 pm
Forum: Project Build-Logs
Topic: 62 Chopped FL Rebuild
Replies: 292
Views: 53683

Re: 62 Chopped FL Rebuild

Trying to get the front brake working.... Kept the master cylinder topped off with fluid, and kept pumping until all the air was out.... http://www.wheelsmaui.com/UserFiles/Image/62FLProject5/62PanRebuild488s_july2017.JPG And the caliper started gripping the disk solidly.... http://www.wheelsmaui.co...
by 2Loose
Sun Jul 23, 2017 5:43 pm
Forum: Project Build-Logs
Topic: 62 Chopped FL Rebuild
Replies: 292
Views: 53683

Re: 62 Chopped FL Rebuild

My local hardware store didn't have a one piece 5/16" barbed 90, I could have put one together with a female threaded 90 and two barb by male thread fittings, but too many fittings, so going to look online for the correct one piece 90.... In the meantime.... Had some time, and my busted arm is ...
by 2Loose
Mon Jul 17, 2017 2:14 pm
Forum: Project Build-Logs
Topic: 62 Chopped FL Rebuild
Replies: 292
Views: 53683

Re: 62 Chopped FL Rebuild

Installed it, it looks kinda not quite right, maybe a barbed 90 on the top hose??
Hmmmm.....

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by 2Loose
Sun Jul 16, 2017 1:31 pm
Forum: Project Build-Logs
Topic: 62 Chopped FL Rebuild
Replies: 292
Views: 53683

Re: 62 Chopped FL Rebuild

Well, it's been 8 weeks since I broke my arm, and it's getting stronger every day, managed to get back on my projects a bit, a couple of friends are of the opinion that the single 5/16" barb and hose on my crankcase breather mod is a bit restrictive. 3/8" to 7/16", and in high perform...
by 2Loose
Thu Jun 15, 2017 11:27 pm
Forum: Project Build-Logs
Topic: 62 Chopped FL Rebuild
Replies: 292
Views: 53683

Re: 62 Chopped FL Rebuild

I was able to hold and drink a can of beer today with my left hand, I call that progress !! Am working up to twisting throttles with my left hand, and holding the wheel in "Patches" with my left hand when I have to shift, but only in straight sections. Put the suicide knob on couple of day...
by 2Loose
Wed Jun 07, 2017 8:56 pm
Forum: Project Build-Logs
Topic: 62 Chopped FL Rebuild
Replies: 292
Views: 53683

Re: 62 Chopped FL Rebuild

This stuff looks like it has possibilities.... http://www.klasskote.com/product/KKA040 Klass Kote Epoxy Clear #40 is the side-A component of the Klass Kote Epoxy 2 part clear coat system. This clear coat part-A epoxy paint is a catalyzed epoxy clear coat, and requires equal parts [by volume] of the ...
by 2Loose
Fri May 26, 2017 2:19 pm
Forum: Project Build-Logs
Topic: 62 Chopped FL Rebuild
Replies: 292
Views: 53683

Re: 62 Chopped FL Rebuild

This is after 1 week in E10 gasoline...
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I'm going to have to find something else to
try to seal off the Linkert float bracket and screw....
by 2Loose
Fri May 19, 2017 2:03 pm
Forum: Project Build-Logs
Topic: 62 Chopped FL Rebuild
Replies: 292
Views: 53683

Re: 62 Chopped FL Rebuild

Borrowed some Indian Head shellac from a buddy.... http://www.wheelsmaui.com/UserFiles/Image/62FLProject5/62PanRebuild467s_may2017.JPG It seems to have a much thicker consistency than the Bulls Eye shellac does... Gave it 24 hrs to cure.... http://www.wheelsmaui.com/UserFiles/Image/62FLProject5/62Pa...
by 2Loose
Thu May 18, 2017 2:25 pm
Forum: Project Build-Logs
Topic: 62 Chopped FL Rebuild
Replies: 292
Views: 53683

Re: 62 Chopped FL Rebuild

A buddy suggests I should use one of these on my Linkert carb.... http://www.vtwinmfg.com/WebPics/35/35-0504a.jpg Converts your Linkert carburetor throttle conversion kit to use snap throttle. Kit is made out of aluminum. For use with overhead valve models to use snap throttle. Fits: FL 1941-1965 .....
by 2Loose
Wed May 17, 2017 10:44 pm
Forum: Project Build-Logs
Topic: 62 Chopped FL Rebuild
Replies: 292
Views: 53683

Re: 62 Chopped FL Rebuild

Put my modified crankcase vent in... http://www.wheelsmaui.com/UserFiles/Image/62FLProject5/62PanRebuild465s_may2017.JPG And routed the hose back under the bike.... http://www.wheelsmaui.com/UserFiles/Image/62FLProject5/62PanRebuild464s_may2017.JPG Looking at how to route and hookup the throttle cab...
by 2Loose
Fri May 12, 2017 5:17 pm
Forum: Project Build-Logs
Topic: 62 Chopped FL Rebuild
Replies: 292
Views: 53683

Re: 62 Chopped FL Rebuild

Got this done just before injuring myself...

Reinforced that barb in there with JB Weld...
It's pretty solid now....

Some fresh paint and we're good to go...

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Just need some 5/16" hose and a clamp...
by 2Loose
Thu May 11, 2017 9:05 pm
Forum: Project Build-Logs
Topic: 62 Chopped FL Rebuild
Replies: 292
Views: 53683

Re: 62 Chopped FL Rebuild

tree trimming yesterday
had a bad accident
am laid up w a busted arm
it'll be awhile ......
by 2Loose
Mon May 08, 2017 10:21 pm
Forum: Project Build-Logs
Topic: 62 Chopped FL Rebuild
Replies: 292
Views: 53683

Re: 62 Chopped FL Rebuild

Pulled it out, cleaned it up, brazed a nickle over the opening,
drilled the side and pressed in a barbed outlet...
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I gotta fasten that barb in there better...
probably use silver solder, or epoxy...
by 2Loose
Mon May 08, 2017 8:24 pm
Forum: Project Build-Logs
Topic: 62 Chopped FL Rebuild
Replies: 292
Views: 53683

Re: 62 Chopped FL Rebuild

OK, what's going to happen if I plug this breather/primary chain oiler??
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by 2Loose
Sun May 07, 2017 4:42 pm
Forum: Project Build-Logs
Topic: 62 Chopped FL Rebuild
Replies: 292
Views: 53683

Re: 62 Chopped FL Rebuild

I can't get the rear brakes to bleed though, the mc piston seems to hang after "pushing", sometimes retracts sometimes doesn't, might need to pull it apart and see what's up... Might be able to disconnect the line at the mc and force fluid through it somehow, looking at that possibility......

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