IT'S ALIVE!!!
by Ryan on Nov.22, 2009, under
Dr. Frankenstein's green monster arose from the dead today. Like everything else with this project we had to do it twice. I forgot to line up the timing marks inside the crank case the first time we put it together so Trev drained the oil and we started over again. The second time was the charm. After a little carb cleaner in the pistons, for a prime, the green monster came to life. It sounds like a chain saw but it runs hard.
Here is the bad news. The clutch still won't engage the motor. On the center stand it will spin but the weight of the bike is enough to stop it. I may throw in the towel and sell it as is now that Trev has a bike.
Here is the bad news. The clutch still won't engage the motor. On the center stand it will spin but the weight of the bike is enough to stop it. I may throw in the towel and sell it as is now that Trev has a bike.
Timing Plate
by Ryan on Nov.22, 2009, under
As always, Dad came through with just the fix I need. Today he had someone at the school weld a washer on to the timing plate with the tig. I'll have to cut it down a little and grind it smooth but that will be easy with my new pneumatic angle grinder. Once I get that little piece smoothed out we can put it back together.
I do want to make some internal clutch adjustments before closing up the cover again.
I do want to make some internal clutch adjustments before closing up the cover again.
New Timing Gear
by Ryan on Nov.22, 2009, under
I finally ordered a new gear for the bike. I also ordered the pin that is missing but wasn't able to order the timing plate so we'll have to weld it back together. Out the door it was $45.00. With a $30.00 gasket kit and $20.00 for a battery, maybe that much again in oil, carb cleaner and such, I figure that I'm in it a little over $100.00.
I told Rachel already that as soon as it is running I'll put it up for sale. I'll ride it around until it sells of course. I pulled up the NADA guide values for the bike and posted them below. I would like your input on what would be a reasonable asking price for the bike since you've all seen it.
I told Rachel already that as soon as it is running I'll put it up for sale. I'll ride it around until it sells of course. I pulled up the NADA guide values for the bike and posted them below. I would like your input on what would be a reasonable asking price for the bike since you've all seen it.
Excellent: | $2,875 | |
Very Good: | $1,875 | |
Good: | $1,375 | |
Fair: | $500 | |
Poor: | N/A |
Value Explanations |
Prices shown are retail consumer values and to be considered as selling prices. |
Excellent — A very correct and original (even if it shows the patina of its age) or an exceptionally well-restored motorcycle. This category is reserved for concours or show quality machines only, in which everything on the machine is fully functional and operates as new. All equipment is original, new old stock (NOS) factory replacements or uses of excellent quality reproductions parts. *Over restored machines (custom paint, over polishing or chroming) do not fit in this category as those activities detracts from the originality of the machine. |
Very Good — A very presentable, original motorcycle that may show signs of minimal wear or a fully (mechanically and cosmetically) restored motorcycle that does not meet concours standards, perhaps due to the age of the restoration or overall quality. All systems are fully operational and the machine is not in need of repairs. *Most non-professionally restored done correctly would fit in this category. |
Good — A machine in nice condition for its age that may need some minor mechanical attention and cosmetic rejuvenation to be a “good rider”. Bikes in this category generally look used but are still usable, whether it is for dirt or street use. Frames should be straight and unaltered. *The replacement of tires, tubes, brakes, chain, sprockets, air filters and other minor parts should be anticipated. |
Fair — A motorcycle that is worthy core for restoration. This would exclude machines with major frame and engine modifications that would be cost prohibitive to return to original specifications. All mechanical and cosmetic aspects of the machine will need attention in the restoration process. This is a complete motorcycle with most if not all of its body, engine and suspension components intact, albeit in poor condition. *Motorcycles with missing engines or major components are commonly referred to as “parts bikes” and are not covered in this category. |
Poor — Used for Harley-Davidson and Indian motorcycles only. A poor condition motorcycle has been used and abused and needs major mechanical and/or sheet metal work. It may or may not run. Alterations are evident to frame or sheet metal. Motorcycle is missing or has incorrect parts, i.e. fenders, tank, seat, mechanics, installed. To some individuals this is a “project or parts bike” at best. A #5 motorcycle is one best left to the professional for restoration. |