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- Mon May 29, 2017 10:31 am
- Forum: Restoration Projects
- Topic: CB77 restoration by a newbie in Scotland
- Replies: 28
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OK, the wheel issues and decisions continue. I really like the idea of WM2 on the front and WM3 on the back. Is there a WM3 rim that I can source that will work for the rear hub and spokes pattern? The alternative would be the same WM2 on front and rear. I have 2.75 front tyre and 3.25 rear tyre and...
- Wed May 17, 2017 7:06 am
- Forum: Restoration Projects
- Topic: CB77 restoration by a newbie in Scotland
- Replies: 28
- Views: 21340
- Wed May 17, 2017 2:04 am
- Forum: Restoration Projects
- Topic: CB77 restoration by a newbie in Scotland
- Replies: 28
- Views: 21340
Quick query for anyone that knows - front rim question. I have spotted this on eBay but wasn't sure of the quality and correct fit: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/351778041038?euid=902ff47cb30340b48ac70ec949e45032&bu=43090746027&cp=1&sojTags=bu=bu Has anyone tried one of these Thailand wheel rims? Are th...
- Sat Apr 15, 2017 9:52 am
- Forum: Restoration Projects
- Topic: CB77 restoration by a newbie in Scotland
- Replies: 28
- Views: 21340
I was planning to do a 4 sided tool. I started with 2 but after trying to line up number 3 I made a mess of it. I had a workaround if I wasn't getting ongoing the grip or if the studs broke. 3mm steel doesnt give too many threads or lateral support so i welded on a couple of nuts to be sure, In the ...
- Sat Apr 15, 2017 9:44 am
- Forum: Restoration Projects
- Topic: CB77 restoration by a newbie in Scotland
- Replies: 28
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I done the best I could with my typically crude and over engineered way. I started off with some 3mm angle steel and cut the long parts 300mm for a bit of leverage and the short parts 55mm to give a little wiggle room on the inside. I have a vintage clamp to create 90degree angles. I created two "L"...
- Fri Apr 14, 2017 4:23 pm
- Forum: Restoration Projects
- Topic: CB77 restoration by a newbie in Scotland
- Replies: 28
- Views: 21340
- Fri Apr 14, 2017 3:06 pm
- Forum: Restoration Projects
- Topic: CB77 restoration by a newbie in Scotland
- Replies: 28
- Views: 21340
Quick question - I can't get the chrome fork seal holders off. I'm thinking hit it with plenty heat. Would this be a problem anywhere? I'm repainting so not bothered about a bit of scorching and the seals will be replaced of course. I was thinking about fabricating a tool. I've tried an oil filter r...