Now that Matilda is on the road, I needed a new project. Being a glutton for punishment, I drove to Houston yesterday and bought another basket case. --Yes, I know, I have been here before. Dragon Wing started like this. But this time I plan to attempt my own painting and a few other tasks previously farmed out in the interest of doing it right.
This is a '75 with most of her parts accounted for (even if most are unusable!). The PO (the last one) rounded up several items like a new OEM water pump and a Randakk carb kit and video etc. The engine has been cleaned up a bit but will need a lot more before it is ready to paint.
I'm not quite sure where I am going with this. If it were in better condition I probably would try to restore it to more or less original. But I think that will be too costly considering the condition of the fenders, chrome, etc. I think I will just get the engine and frame looking good and see where that leads. I wanted a bike with spokes so I am pretty sure I will attempt to re-lace the original wheels.
The forks need a lot of work and I have a set of 81 forks (that also need work) but it looks like the conversion might be more trouble than it is worth. --Would I be able to retain the spoke wheels?
Well, enough soul searching, on to the pictures:
It just looks like trash!
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Easter
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It just looks like trash!
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sparkyrasmus
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Re: It just looks like trash!
Most of the parts? Amazing how little space they take on a trailer. My wife claims they take over the whole garage!
Goldwings don't accelerate, they gain inertia.
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And the newest acquisition, 1979 Yamaha XS 650F to be a sidecar tug.
1978 GL1000 - almost stock SOLD
1979 GL1000 - Winter project/parts bike - custom "Busted" STILL BUSTED
1983 GL1100 Standard- raised from the dead and back to organ donor status
And the newest acquisition, 1979 Yamaha XS 650F to be a sidecar tug.
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Re: It just looks like trash!
Can't wait to see it come together!
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Goldwings don't accelerate, they gain inertia.
1978 GL1000 - almost stock SOLD
1979 GL1000 - Winter project/parts bike - custom "Busted" STILL BUSTED
1983 GL1100 Standard- raised from the dead and back to organ donor status
And the newest acquisition, 1979 Yamaha XS 650F to be a sidecar tug.
1978 GL1000 - almost stock SOLD
1979 GL1000 - Winter project/parts bike - custom "Busted" STILL BUSTED
1983 GL1100 Standard- raised from the dead and back to organ donor status
And the newest acquisition, 1979 Yamaha XS 650F to be a sidecar tug.
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polkadot
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Re: It just looks like trash!
These projects are addictive! Good Luck!
Hope for the best, expect the worst and take what comes!
1977 Candy Sirus Blue Wing (gone but not forgotten!): Ernie's 77 Resto
1998 Yellow/Creme Valkyrie (sold): Valk Redo
1976 Sulfur Yellow Wing (sold): Melloyellow to live again
1976 LTD #1353 (sold): And away we go . . . . LTD style
1970 CT90 (sold): Had too much time on my hands so . . .
1/4 of 1975 Wing #898 (Sold): Team 898 - raised from the ashes
70ish Benelli Dynamo Scrambler (sold): Erector Set/Treasure Hunt aka Benelli Dynamo
1/6 of 1976 LTD #993 (Sold): LTD 993 . . . and so it begins
1977 Candy Sirus Blue Wing (gone but not forgotten!): Ernie's 77 Resto
1998 Yellow/Creme Valkyrie (sold): Valk Redo
1976 Sulfur Yellow Wing (sold): Melloyellow to live again
1976 LTD #1353 (sold): And away we go . . . . LTD style
1970 CT90 (sold): Had too much time on my hands so . . .
1/4 of 1975 Wing #898 (Sold): Team 898 - raised from the ashes
70ish Benelli Dynamo Scrambler (sold): Erector Set/Treasure Hunt aka Benelli Dynamo
1/6 of 1976 LTD #993 (Sold): LTD 993 . . . and so it begins
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Re: It just looks like trash!
So are you saying it's trailer trash? Sorry I couldn't resist. I'm looking forward to seeing it come together.
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The craftsman is proud of what he has made, and cherishes it, while the consumer discards things that are perfectly serviceable in his restless pursuit of the new." Richard Sennett as quoted by Matthew B. Crawford in Shop Class as Soulcraft
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Re: It just looks like trash!
my internet connection is sooooo slow tonight, I keep going to sleep trying to post!
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Re: It just looks like trash!
They pretty much do take over the whole garage! Good luck!
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Re: It just looks like trash!
If you are lucky enough to have a garage!
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83 XL 600r with a 2004 XR650L engine
And a slightly worse for the wear BMW GS adventure bike awaiting repair
83 GL in process
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And a slightly worse for the wear BMW GS adventure bike awaiting repair
83 GL in process
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Re: It just looks like trash!
I will try for a couple more photos, keeps timing out.
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83 XL 600r with a 2004 XR650L engine
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83 GL in process
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83 GL in process
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Re: It just looks like trash!
Did the po indicate why he took it all the way down to parts?
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2003 Goldwing Daily Rider
1975 Goldwing 'Max'
1984 Goldwing New Bagger Project
1986 Goldwing Aspy 2nd daily rider
1976 Goldwing 'Grocery Getter' Sold
1985 Goldwing Interstate 'NCC-1985' sold
1981 Silverwing Sold
1982 Goldeing Project Sold
1981 Goldwing Parted Out
1983 Goldwing Project Sold
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Re: It just looks like trash!
Well, to rebuild it of course!! Looks like half the work is already done.
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1980 County Road Hauler "Brain Damage"
1978 Cafe Custom Gl1000 "Vyper"
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Re: It just looks like trash!
So that's where the timing belt shield goes?
Hope for the best, expect the worst and take what comes!
1977 Candy Sirus Blue Wing (gone but not forgotten!): Ernie's 77 Resto
1998 Yellow/Creme Valkyrie (sold): Valk Redo
1976 Sulfur Yellow Wing (sold): Melloyellow to live again
1976 LTD #1353 (sold): And away we go . . . . LTD style
1970 CT90 (sold): Had too much time on my hands so . . .
1/4 of 1975 Wing #898 (Sold): Team 898 - raised from the ashes
70ish Benelli Dynamo Scrambler (sold): Erector Set/Treasure Hunt aka Benelli Dynamo
1/6 of 1976 LTD #993 (Sold): LTD 993 . . . and so it begins
1977 Candy Sirus Blue Wing (gone but not forgotten!): Ernie's 77 Resto
1998 Yellow/Creme Valkyrie (sold): Valk Redo
1976 Sulfur Yellow Wing (sold): Melloyellow to live again
1976 LTD #1353 (sold): And away we go . . . . LTD style
1970 CT90 (sold): Had too much time on my hands so . . .
1/4 of 1975 Wing #898 (Sold): Team 898 - raised from the ashes
70ish Benelli Dynamo Scrambler (sold): Erector Set/Treasure Hunt aka Benelli Dynamo
1/6 of 1976 LTD #993 (Sold): LTD 993 . . . and so it begins
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Re: It just looks like trash!
polkadot wrote:So that's where the timing belt shield goes?
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Looks like a great project. Thanks for the pics!
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1975 CB750K5 - stock restoration http://www.ngwclub.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=13&t=40426
1971 CB175K5 - stock restoration http://www.ngwclub.com/forum/viewtopic. ... 95&start=0
1972 CB350 - resto-mod cafe project http://www.ngwclub.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=30&t=47429
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Re: It just looks like trash!
That looks a lot like the first car I owned ... '61 Hillman Minx inherited from my Uncle. Dad called it my bucket-o-bolts.
Note: not a photo of my actual car.
Note: not a photo of my actual car.
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Re: It just looks like trash!
Yes, that is where the belts go also, the PO says the belts were new two years ago when he started the project and have never been run (for obvious reasons). But, I guess I will buy a new set, just because.
Bikes at present:
83 XL 600r with a 2004 XR650L engine
And a slightly worse for the wear BMW GS adventure bike awaiting repair
83 GL in process
83 XL 600r with a 2004 XR650L engine
And a slightly worse for the wear BMW GS adventure bike awaiting repair
83 GL in process