Just got started.
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Well, that was easy! Next: delete the dipstick tube on the top half.
this is looking good :new_popcornsmiley
I'm not touching my existing sprocket cover: This is one I found on ebay for $30 last year. This way I have the OEM to fall back on.
Are you going to re-finish the cover before fitting?
Quote from: "nickcalne"Are you going to re-finish the cover before fitting?
Probably. Saw someone on this forum who did that. It looked really good.
Deleted the dipstick tube now.
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Next comes some die-grinder work to remove the vestiges of the top of the dipsstick.
Bandsaws are really handy. I wish I had access to one, now. :cry:
You're not kidding! This project would be 100x harder with the horizontal band-saw in the shop.
If you want something cut, you can mail it to me and I'll cut it for you and send it back if you pay the postage. Preferably aluminum since I've not tried steel on this one yet (and I don't want you to be a guinea pig).
Removing sharp edges from cover before removing paint and applying JB Weld.
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Quote from: "Colonel Nikolai"You're not kidding! This project would be 100x harder with the horizontal band-saw in the shop.
a horizontal band saw is the first machine tool any machine shop needs , whether it be commercial or home shop .
Everything you machine needs to be cut to size first before you can machine it . Unless of course you are running bar stock on a lathe with a cut off tool .
When do you get to use some milling machines and lathes ?
Quote from: "Mustang"When do you get to use some milling machines and lathes ?
I haven't seen any around. The place has two buildings. There are 6 bays in one and 4 bays in the other. I have access to both buildings but my work area is in the 4 bay building. The owner isn't around much so I'm left to my own devices to find stuff and that turns out to take quite a bit of time!
Lately I've been thinking "sidecar" but it's a bit of a pipe dream until the Buell tranny rebuild happens.
First steel epoxy application (JB Weld)
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lookin interstin this, ill be watchin very closely. then doin it meself :D
First sanding
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Second sanding. Can't seem to get the airbubbles out!
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we got a filler over here called cellulose putty. its a real fine filler ideal for fillin small airbubbles. thas comin along nicely tho :wink:
Quote from: "rybes"we got a filler over here called cellulose putty
Will check it out! Thanks for the suggestion.
Hi fill sanding primer will get out the pinhead bubbles for you.
Quote from: "JetdocX"Hi fill sanding primer will get out the pinhead bubbles for you.
That's what I'm using. I've done two coats now. What am I doing wrong?
Might be humididty, might be mixing, who knows? I have no patience for the body work thing. I can't even manage to keep my fingers off drying paint. I'm definitely the wrong dude to ask why. :lol:
if ya cant find cellulose putty go to ya local model shop n try this stuff
http://www.themodelcatalogue.com/shopexd.asp?id=744 (http://www.themodelcatalogue.com/shopexd.asp?id=744)
mix up a small batch of bondo (body filler) then using a putty knife work the new mix into the bubble holes when dry sand it back down . the spot fillers you can use generally only work good on scratches and very small imperfections , it is thin and requires lots of applications to build it up to fill the void .
Just fill the holes with normal bondo and patience is the key .
Once you have mixed up the JB weld apply it with a putty knife while heating it with a hairdryer. If you get it hot enough it will thin out to a very low viscosity.
Personally I'd have used lead as my filler there. It's remarkably easy to work with but will require the use of breathing apparatus. ( I'm not big on health and safety but will pay heed when it comes to heavy metals and toxins)
well how did this ever end up? :new_popcornsmiley
Terribly sorry, the project has gone on hiatus while I rebuild a damaged Buell.
Tigger's chain is in excellent shape and I will consider replacing the sprocket cover when a new chain / sprocket set is in order so I'm not in a big hurry. Filling in the holes and painting the two pieces are all that's left, really. I will get back to it soon here.
I think the key issue on this project is access to a horizontal band saw. Makes it much easier.
No worries I was just surfing through the threads on Steamers and found this and followed the rabbit trail.
Quote from: "Bob Tosi"No worries I was just surfing through the threads on Steamers and found this and followed the rabbit trail.
I'll get back to it! Watch this spot! :lol:
Quote from: "rybes"if ya cant find cellulose putty go to ya local model shop n try this stuff
http://www.themodelcatalogue.com/shopexd.asp?id=744 (http://www.themodelcatalogue.com/shopexd.asp?id=744)
Hmm, trying to find that in the US...
This upgrade has been spotlighted by both me & Mustang about 2 winters ago. You might track down other methods to see the finished product.