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Australian, 79 custom - Redback

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Hi all and thanks for the add!!!


I have recently been gifted a 79 GL1000 here in Australia.

When I got her the brakes were seized and it ran rough. But at least the motor was seized.

I have a few plans including modern front end, computerized electronics, something understated but different I'm going for black frame black engine and red highlits.

I'm sure I will drive you all nuts with my questions but bear in mind its my first build ever.

Its gonna be quite a ride!!!!
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The day it arrived
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Already getting nakeder?
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Now its a project
Now its a project
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Frame getting ready
Frame getting ready
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Engine block finally painted
Engine block finally painted
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Note, motor was NOT seized
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1985 Yamaha Phazer FZ250
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2009 MV Agusta Brutale 1078RR

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Welcome from Michigan USA. Looks like you are well on your way to a great build. Keep the pictures coming
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Good to see such enthusiasm and ideas for your build. Will be watching to see what you do next. :popcornx2
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Welcome from Kentucky. I look forward to watching your progress with this.
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Welcome! Gifted is an excellent opening investment. Change your belts.
I need to remember to keep my expectations tiny so I don't end up so whiny.
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Welcome from the UK, looks like you made a great start, +1 on changing the belts, and don't be afraid to ask whatever you like. This is the best place for help and advice.

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Welcome from San Diego. I think I spotted a bit of black paint on your engine.
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Good start hope to see more to come, keep up the good work.
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Hey all,

Started putting the engine together and realised I am missing transmission rings:

2xA and 1xB (holds the main shaft in place at the engine half)

Any suggestions?

I have tried CMSNL and various other parts sites and none available.

Part numbers are:

2x 13495-300-000
1x 13496-300-000

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

I am happy to modify other parts.
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Previous Rides
2001 Honda NSR150SP
1985 Yamaha Phazer FZ250
2003 Honda CBR600RR
2009 Kawasaki Z1000

Current Rides
2009 MV Agusta Brutale 1078RR

The Future
1979 Honda GL1000
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Just a quick photo
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2003 Honda CBR600RR
2009 Kawasaki Z1000

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The missing parts are a bummer.
Ant luck finding replacements?
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hazchem wrote:Hey all,

Started putting the engine together and realised I am missing transmission rings:

2xA and 1xB (holds the main shaft in place at the engine half)
I may have missed something. The Bike had a whole engine on it. It was not seized. Why did you take it apart? Why are you missing parts if you took it apart? Not being critical, just wondering?
I need to remember to keep my expectations tiny so I don't end up so whiny.
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