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Posted: 23:05 - 08 Apr 2021 Post subject: |
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Pete. wrote: | At a guess, I'd say that the pipes were for a different year or model and the collars didn't fit the exhaust bolt spacings. Looks like they have removed the original stainless steel collars from the stock exhaust then cut and bent them to fit over the new pipes then made a gash attempt at re-welding them with mild steel wire.
I dunno what's going on with the nuts and washers either side of the clamping collars but I expect it to be a bit of a horror story for whomever has the job of fitting the new pipes.
If you were near to me in kent I'd offer to sort that all out for you because you've been dealt a shitty hand with that mess. |
I did wonder holding the snapped piece of collar in my hand if it was original. Something seemed odd about it.
The side that's given way wasn't that bad when it first arrived:
https://i.postimg.cc/TP4XPRYR/20200815-095308.jpg
The other side (most outer right one sitting on bike facing forward), however, was a horror show (and it surpsingly still in tact, with a hole in for good measure):
This is why I asked the shop I purchased the bike from to weld them up to prevent any future issues, and beyond that wasn't really expecting any trouble. I was never bothered it was a bodge, just wanted to save on hassle further down the line.
To be clear they sent the bike out like this to use.
https://i.postimg.cc/fbF6NBBy/20200822-115202.jpg
The good news is that all of the outer bolts have been loosened by me, but tightened up a little so the exhaust isn't hanging. So long as the studs aren't bent then I don't think there should be a great deal for the local shop to have to deal with (famous last words).
Its a poo show: that much I know and agree with. A job done by a right Rodney in the past.
The new pipes should be here tomorrow; at which point I can pop down my local and leave it with them. I'm happy to pay to have it done right since I plan to own the Fazer long term, but I think anything beyond two hours labour may be my limit on this one as to what its really worth before going D.I.Y so may talk it over before I hand over the keys. ____________________ The do it all, T̶h̶e̶ ̶b̶r̶o̶k̶e̶n̶ ̶o̶n̶e̶,̶ ̶T̶h̶e̶ ̶b̶i̶g̶ ̶l̶u̶m̶p̶,̶ ̶C̶h̶o̶n̶g̶ ̶N̶o̶o̶d̶l̶e̶ |
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Not bike but I did the oil/filter, air filter, new battery, fix gear linkage on the old Skoda. Supposedly the brakes needed doing but there's at least 8mm of material left on the pads Which was handy as I had the wrong ones anyway!
As to bikes it was such a nice afternoon we had a look at the CB400F front brake. I met a nice fella with a Moto Guzzi at Box Hill the other day who suggested the floating calliper arm might seize and he was spot on! All cleaned up and moving freely again.
Tomorrow I shall be making up some AN-3 steel braided pipes and maybe have another look at the carb jetting. ____________________ Husqvarna Vitpilen 401, Yamaha XSR700, Honda Rebel, Yamaha DT175, Suzuki SV650 (loan) Fazer 600, Keeway Superlight 125, 50cc turd scooter |
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Posted: 18:53 - 09 Apr 2021 Post subject: |
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My local dealer couldn't fit me in until the week after next, and since I had a free few hours and basically every tool I needed I decided to have a go at swapping the exhaust headers over. I'm grateful for the help they give, but last night I used the bus for the first time in a while and encountered a man that decided to get on without paying... then refuse to pay, and sat down for about ten minutes... and then walked off when he lost the stand off with the driver. I don't have the tolerance for other people in this world.
The standard exhaust came off with little fuss, and the only horror I encountered underneath was that one of the inner ports has previously been "repaired (most likely when someone removed the O.E.M pipes for the ones they fitted after)."
https://i.postimg.cc/nM8ZqWT9/20210409-145750.jpg
Fitting the new one, however, took me longer than I'd hoped: first I realised I could probably do with some friends as attempting to install the gasket, offer the headers up and then locate the flange with only two hands is rather tricky... but I got there; and then the connecting box decided it didn't want to line up with the headers.
In the end I had to pry one of the downpipes away from the other on the L/H side to get it to line up with the holes on the connector piece as they were slightly too close together.
I used silicone sealant that came in the box. I probably should have used it on the header pipes into the engine but didn't (flame me).
https://i.postimg.cc/YCR0wpbX/20210409-162512.jpg
Shiny.
https://i.postimg.cc/zXmVC2yk/20210409-162544.jpg
I bagged a delkevic can on the cheap from a breaker, but I'm not sure if I should return it or not.
The rivets at the bottom of the exhaust are mostly non-existent, so when you attempt to wiggle the link pipe out the exhaust starts to separate with it. In the end I just tapped it back in with a hammer and fitted it as is.
I do like that it has a gasket inside, though: nice touch (yes I did fit the rubber probably on the strap post photo).
https://i.postimg.cc/SNypbc3h/20210409-164429.jpg
I started it to ensure it was all tight, and it looks fine. I think you're supposed to wait for the sealant to cure so didn't go for a ride, but even if warming the pipes up has caused a problem I'll just disconnect the box and apply some more.
I've a little bit more fiddling to do but for two (maybe three) hours work as D.I.Y'er I'm calling this a successful episode.
Sorry for dominating the last one or two pages of this thread. ____________________ The do it all, T̶h̶e̶ ̶b̶r̶o̶k̶e̶n̶ ̶o̶n̶e̶,̶ ̶T̶h̶e̶ ̶b̶i̶g̶ ̶l̶u̶m̶p̶,̶ ̶C̶h̶o̶n̶g̶ ̶N̶o̶o̶d̶l̶e̶ |
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Not so much what I have done to it, but what some stupid myopic bint in a fooking huge Mitsubishi pickup did to it. Stupid cow turned straight across the front of me at a junction. Luckily it was only a glancing blow and I was able to keep the bike upright and stop safely. Still shook the hell out of me, I really though it was going to hurt a lot. Thankfully, damage not too bad on the bike, I think her pickup is going to cost more to repair than than my bike. ____________________ Current bike: ST1100 "Big Red" |
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Fitted new indicator and mirror after dopey cow smashed them last Sunday, cleaned it, fitted new grips and took it for a ride, all happy again. ____________________ Current bike: ST1100 "Big Red" |
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As for me, having basically ignored my bike for almost a week now ...
I have just booked it in for a ULEZ test, including re-jetting
*splutter, bank manager, grumble*
Fucking expensive old tractor
At least once its approved, I can hang out in the West End again and be a Harley Wanker ____________________ Not nearly as interesting in real life. |
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Tracked exhaust leak down. Swore at it's location, then proceeded to swear at rusty threads, managed to chase thread with a stainless bolt with much swearing interspersed between chasing and backing it off. Slapped MipaTherm hi temp paint on most of system afterwards.
https://i.imgur.com/jYfC9bhl.jpg
De-crapped, rust treated and painted subframe, then ordered a powdercoated subframe I spotted, and the shock will get swapped out while I have it off. I can then repair and modify this one, given I fancy changing the seat unit.
Rerouted wiring for the camera and Reg/Rec.
Cleaned up centre portion of rear disc and painted that.
https://i.imgur.com/Tg8eocIl.jpg?1
Next week will be plugs, HT leads, caps. In theory. Mainly because I'm not 20 any more and my back is fecking ruined after that lot. ____________________ '98 VFR800 (touring) - '12 VFR800 Crosrunner (Commuting) - '01 KDX220 (Big Green Antisocial Machine) |
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Posted: 01:54 - 18 Apr 2021 Post subject: |
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Sanded, treated and painted over the scabbing rust on the Dr650 frame.
https://puu.sh/HzfPv.jpg
Pulled the swingarm and linkage bearings, a few seized, most of them past their best.
https://puu.sh/HzfPm.jpg
Still fighting the last parts of the swingarm to come apart, you can see where the chain has eaten some of it too, the guide was completely worn through. Blasting and painting on the cards.
https://puu.sh/HzfPt.jpg
Picked up a new YSS unit to throw in when I get to rebuilding
https://puu.sh/HzfPo.jpg ____________________ Previous : 09 Vanvan 125| 02' Sv650s || Current: 1999 Xj600n | 1992 DR650 RSE | 2005 Fazer 1000 |
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Did rear plugs. Then found none of my solutions can get into the front plugs, and someone's "borrowed" the OEM tool. ordered a 16mm thinwall with a hex and a 1/2" drive.
Found the plug caps sold to me are wrong, despite being assured they were 100% guaranteed, absolutely are the right part, after saying they looked far too short. They get chucked back at the bike shop tomorrow.
Test ride - bike was initially fine, then it didn't want to rev, then it died completely, even with choke. Fires back up after a minute or two, but just repeats. Thankfully I was only 5 minutes pushing from home.
Feels like fuel starvation. Fuel is in the filter (before pump) but really CBA dealing with it and my back is reminding me again that I'm not 20, so i'll piss around tomorrow after work and use the filter as a coupler. Bike will run without one, but you lose the bottom third of the tanks capacity. given the age and mileage it's just shee bad luck it shat the bed while doing other stuff. Hell, I may have taken it out bumping stuff around getting the rear fairings off over the last couple of days. Assuming it is the problem I get to choose if I go OEM (£££), Chinese copy, a Facet setup and DIY it, or rebuild the OEM pump with new points etc. ____________________ '98 VFR800 (touring) - '12 VFR800 Crosrunner (Commuting) - '01 KDX220 (Big Green Antisocial Machine) |
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Posted: 20:48 - 18 Apr 2021 Post subject: |
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I came home via the scenic route (i.e., got "a bit lost" in the backwoods of Wiltshire but kinda knew where I was).
And then decided to go the M25, yuk squared.
I usually come through town. Most people would find that a nightmare but for some reason, I prefer it.
Might've menaced some vacuous queuers on the approach to the Blackwall T ____________________ Not nearly as interesting in real life. |
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hellkat wrote: | I came home via the scenic route (i.e., got "a bit lost" in the backwoods of Wiltshire but kinda knew where I was).
And then decided to go the M25, yuk squared.
I usually come through town. Most people would find that a nightmare but for some reason, I prefer it.
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If you are coming through town perhaps it's the uneven road surfaces?
Fnaar Fnaaar... ____________________ Disclaimer: The comments above may be predicted text and not necessarily the opinion of MCN. |
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Old Thread Alert!
The last post was made 3 years, 8 days ago. Instead of replying here, would creating a new thread be more useful? |
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