First oldwing, hats off to the site
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First oldwing, hats off to the site
Hey folks! Joined primarily to give appreciation for all the helpful resources Ive found here. Got my first ”ol coot scoot” acquired through a friend working the estate of original owner here in Ohio. Free!! (If you can call it that)
76 all original Wing with boxes of parts, manuals, and accessories...even a jigsaw puzzle of the bike haha! Put up and sat for 20+ years...lucky Sucker me... I’ve revived a few dead horses so took the challenge. Always preferred smaller, lighter, more nimble rides both on and off road, but had recently been considering a touring bike so... this one found me. Beautiful bike, but some rotten guts obviously.
Began w the fuel system full of cake. Wish I had seen this site before purchasing the carb rebuild kit, but with some rage and manipulation got it done along w the rest of fuel system. Then ignition timing issues, book was no help. Came across “split the difference” huge improvement! Then after some safety checks, lube, and brake (de-seizing) took her for a first ride. All going great until it lost ignition. Of all the things… Camshaft timing stem broke off!? What!? Must’ve had fracture. Explains all the timing issues. Again, referred to your site for replacement.
Long story short we are back in action. Thanx again! Belts had been replaced sometime before it’s slumber, but... they’re over 20 years so I’m sure you all would recommend “REPLACE DEM BELTS!” Still some other details to work out so more to come. She’s mostly begging to roll down sum miles I think. Every little sprint, she runs a little better!
Anyway just wanted to take time and pay homage to all those who graciously shared and organized all the priceless wisdoms here. Appreciated!
76 all original Wing with boxes of parts, manuals, and accessories...even a jigsaw puzzle of the bike haha! Put up and sat for 20+ years...lucky Sucker me... I’ve revived a few dead horses so took the challenge. Always preferred smaller, lighter, more nimble rides both on and off road, but had recently been considering a touring bike so... this one found me. Beautiful bike, but some rotten guts obviously.
Began w the fuel system full of cake. Wish I had seen this site before purchasing the carb rebuild kit, but with some rage and manipulation got it done along w the rest of fuel system. Then ignition timing issues, book was no help. Came across “split the difference” huge improvement! Then after some safety checks, lube, and brake (de-seizing) took her for a first ride. All going great until it lost ignition. Of all the things… Camshaft timing stem broke off!? What!? Must’ve had fracture. Explains all the timing issues. Again, referred to your site for replacement.
Long story short we are back in action. Thanx again! Belts had been replaced sometime before it’s slumber, but... they’re over 20 years so I’m sure you all would recommend “REPLACE DEM BELTS!” Still some other details to work out so more to come. She’s mostly begging to roll down sum miles I think. Every little sprint, she runs a little better!
Anyway just wanted to take time and pay homage to all those who graciously shared and organized all the priceless wisdoms here. Appreciated!
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Re: First oldwing, hats off to the site
Sweet ride
1978 custom GL1000
1977 custom with 1200 engine
1985 gl1200
1977 custom with 1200 engine
1985 gl1200
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Re: First oldwing, hats off to the site
congrats! very interesting stable you have there.
sorta bulldogged custom 1978 GL1000 - "geekster"
full Vetter dress 1979 GL1000 - "Barge" (currently down)
1986 1200 Aspencade - "Heart of Gold" - daily rider
1990 1500 Aspencade - It's ALIVE! but very, very naked. not in a good way.
1978 for $100 - project in worx
1978 from a previous member here - taking up space
my original '79 bought in '91 - replacing engine (eventually, maybe someday)
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full Vetter dress 1979 GL1000 - "Barge" (currently down)
1986 1200 Aspencade - "Heart of Gold" - daily rider
1990 1500 Aspencade - It's ALIVE! but very, very naked. not in a good way.
1978 for $100 - project in worx
1978 from a previous member here - taking up space
my original '79 bought in '91 - replacing engine (eventually, maybe someday)
H2G2=42
A competent and self-confident person is incapable of jealousy in anything. Jealousy is invariably a symptom of neurotic insecurity. ~ Robert A. Heinlein
The good thing about science is that it's true whether or not you believe in it. ~ Neil deGrasse Tyson
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Re: First oldwing, hats off to the site
Welcome to the site. She looks to be in really good shape, especially for free.
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Re: First oldwing, hats off to the site
Welcome from Wisconsin. Free? And my favorite color, too! Enjoy the ride!
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The 'Jalopy' '78-'79 Mash-up
'Quikie' '81 gl1100I back on the lift, project with the step-son!
In The Shed:
'81 gl1100I barn find aka "Josie, the farmer's daughter." (almost comatose build)
'77 gl1000, roller parts bike.
'82 gl1100I, 'Old Crusty' titled roller parts bike (free!)
'82 gl1100I, My first 'Wing, and an expensive lesson!
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"He that is good with a hammer tends to think everything is a nail" - Abraham Maslow
"If you can't take the time to do it right the first time, how are you ever going to find the time to do it over?" -Unknown
Current Rides:
'Grumpy' - '81 Standard, now fully dressed.
'Layla' - '81 Standard w/dealer installed fairing and Hondaline bags.
'Scarlett' '76 'Survivor' nekkid as a j-bird!
Under Construction:
The 'Jalopy' '78-'79 Mash-up
'Quikie' '81 gl1100I back on the lift, project with the step-son!
In The Shed:
'81 gl1100I barn find aka "Josie, the farmer's daughter." (almost comatose build)
'77 gl1000, roller parts bike.
'82 gl1100I, 'Old Crusty' titled roller parts bike (free!)
'82 gl1100I, My first 'Wing, and an expensive lesson!
New2U Bike? Read Me.
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Re: First oldwing, hats off to the site
Dayton is just down the road from me about 20 miles. Maybe we can go for a ride....
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Re: First oldwing, hats off to the site
Welcome to the 'Wingdom.
Seems you already know your way around .... that's some sissy bar ....
Gord
Seems you already know your way around .... that's some sissy bar ....
Gord
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‘14 KLR650 ... not a rat ... yet
‘84 GL1200i ‘R2B6' (Rat to Be 6, the last, adopted by twowings)
My Original 'RAT' was a hybrid '82 CB900/1100F
‘14 KLR650 ... not a rat ... yet
‘84 GL1200i ‘R2B6' (Rat to Be 6, the last, adopted by twowings)
My Original 'RAT' was a hybrid '82 CB900/1100F
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Re: First oldwing, hats off to the site
Absolutely! Just message me and we’ll put somethin together raddrten.raiddrten wrote:Dayton is just down the road from me about 20 miles. Maybe we can go for a ride....
You dig my “groovy” tail wing RAT? Complete w green carpet backing! Babe magnet
Thanx for the welcome everyone. Happy to be here!
The only true wisdom is knowing you know nothing at all...wiseass
76 Wing- recent acquisition (Its Alive!)
BuellBob- buell lightning engine in paughco hardtail springer
02 SV650- streetfighter zuk
99 xt350- mountain goat TAT survivor
05 xt225- kid goat TAT survivor
Some other seldom ridden 2 wheel curiosities
76 Wing- recent acquisition (Its Alive!)
BuellBob- buell lightning engine in paughco hardtail springer
02 SV650- streetfighter zuk
99 xt350- mountain goat TAT survivor
05 xt225- kid goat TAT survivor
Some other seldom ridden 2 wheel curiosities
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Re: First oldwing, hats off to the site
20 year old belts???? I wouldn't even think of starting her again without changing them. Odds are they are dry rotted to the bone. I think the recommended change of belts is 5 years or 5000 miles. Nice bike, hope it stays that way. Good luck
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Re: First oldwing, hats off to the site
Right! Setting for 20+ years, all seals, hoses, brake lines, rubber, belts, fluids, grease, clutch plates, cables, etc. etc. are suspect for sure. All examined and/or replaced mostly during the “super fun” gas tank and carb removal downtime. Amazingly… I had not found a single sign of dry rot! Even the tires... Speaks well to insulated attached garages I guess. I am generally replacing many of these things to be on the safe side especially given the low investment.TNTbefree wrote:20 year old belts???? I wouldn't even think of starting her again without changing them. Odds are they are dry rotted to the bone. I think the recommended change of belts is 5 years or 5000 miles. Nice bike, hope it stays that way. Good luck
Btw, The bike came with a Honda OEM package with belts and a receipt from 1994. While looking up replacement belts and seeing some for sale in the same package gave me pause...wonder how long THOSE have been sitting around? I’m sure that the 5 years recommend change is pertaining to “of use”. Well, if I’m not putting 24 year old belts on...would I accept anyone’s potential NOS online? K, perhaps I overthought it, but I erred on the side of paranoia and picked up some fresh aftermarket belts at an auto store.
The only true wisdom is knowing you know nothing at all...wiseass
76 Wing- recent acquisition (Its Alive!)
BuellBob- buell lightning engine in paughco hardtail springer
02 SV650- streetfighter zuk
99 xt350- mountain goat TAT survivor
05 xt225- kid goat TAT survivor
Some other seldom ridden 2 wheel curiosities
76 Wing- recent acquisition (Its Alive!)
BuellBob- buell lightning engine in paughco hardtail springer
02 SV650- streetfighter zuk
99 xt350- mountain goat TAT survivor
05 xt225- kid goat TAT survivor
Some other seldom ridden 2 wheel curiosities
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Re: First oldwing, hats off to the site
Gates makes good belts .... widely available ....
Gord
Gord
"I'd rather Ride than Shine"
‘14 KLR650 ... not a rat ... yet
‘84 GL1200i ‘R2B6' (Rat to Be 6, the last, adopted by twowings)
My Original 'RAT' was a hybrid '82 CB900/1100F
‘14 KLR650 ... not a rat ... yet
‘84 GL1200i ‘R2B6' (Rat to Be 6, the last, adopted by twowings)
My Original 'RAT' was a hybrid '82 CB900/1100F
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Re: First oldwing, hats off to the site
Oh yeah got some NAPA belts locally in stock. Theirs are manufactured by Gates.
The only true wisdom is knowing you know nothing at all...wiseass
76 Wing- recent acquisition (Its Alive!)
BuellBob- buell lightning engine in paughco hardtail springer
02 SV650- streetfighter zuk
99 xt350- mountain goat TAT survivor
05 xt225- kid goat TAT survivor
Some other seldom ridden 2 wheel curiosities
76 Wing- recent acquisition (Its Alive!)
BuellBob- buell lightning engine in paughco hardtail springer
02 SV650- streetfighter zuk
99 xt350- mountain goat TAT survivor
05 xt225- kid goat TAT survivor
Some other seldom ridden 2 wheel curiosities
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