1992 fc501 Resto/mod build
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That old Husaberg powdercoat is some thick tough stuff. You may have to resort to burning it off with a torch first.
Good luck and let us know how the blasting goes.
Good luck and let us know how the blasting goes.
Well it took me awhile, but I was able to put some work into the 501. Definitely impressed with the quality of the 2 parts mixing spray can and its ability to spray nice and consistent. Sadly they are only good for 24hr once the hardener is released.
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I think he sent the bike up to M-Tech in Bend, Oregon to do all the carb work and fix the decompression set up, motor work was done by Eaton Powersports in Central Point, Oregon.
Thanks Oregon Trail....
Having more money then time and correct tools plus the bike showing signs of bent valves I had Big Dave at Eaton Powersports (Husaberg Mechanic) do the top end. I then brought the bike for the carb upgrade work/jetting and De-comp to M-Tech.
Matt, owner of M-tech lathed the air filter side of the carb smooth and turned an adaptor piece to mate the carb to intake boot. The new adaptor flange was then epoxied on.
Having more money then time and correct tools plus the bike showing signs of bent valves I had Big Dave at Eaton Powersports (Husaberg Mechanic) do the top end. I then brought the bike for the carb upgrade work/jetting and De-comp to M-Tech.
Matt, owner of M-tech lathed the air filter side of the carb smooth and turned an adaptor piece to mate the carb to intake boot. The new adaptor flange was then epoxied on.
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After some yard work and homework I was able to do a lil more Berg work.
Skid plate mock up.
Magura master with decomp lever. Since Hydro clutch not made for my Berg I will have to measure and decide on which slave cylinder and line.
Some engine cleaning test. I am very happy with my test cleaner!
Skid plate mock up.
Magura master with decomp lever. Since Hydro clutch not made for my Berg I will have to measure and decide on which slave cylinder and line.
Some engine cleaning test. I am very happy with my test cleaner!
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Love this build!
What is the magic stuff you're using to cleaning the engine?
Maybe something like this slave cylinder would work if mounted from a tab on the frame?
Wilwood High-Performance Disc Brakes - MasterCylinder No: 260-1333
What is the magic stuff you're using to cleaning the engine?
Maybe something like this slave cylinder would work if mounted from a tab on the frame?
Wilwood High-Performance Disc Brakes - MasterCylinder No: 260-1333
Thanks Aaron, but Magura makes many different slave cylinders and line lengths. They also make a couple adjustable ones.
Pgs 22-25 in their catalog Catalog | MAGURA
I think I found the one I need and a line. I just need to spend the money to make it happen.
The cleaner is an aluminum brightner. The brand I use is Mac's. Be sure and read the directions as it is not kind to some finishes.
Pgs 22-25 in their catalog Catalog | MAGURA
I think I found the one I need and a line. I just need to spend the money to make it happen.
The cleaner is an aluminum brightner. The brand I use is Mac's. Be sure and read the directions as it is not kind to some finishes.
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Cool, thanks! I'm way more familiar with aftermarket car parts than bikes. But that link to Magura will be very handy for my friend building a Honda CB550 cafe racer. We don't have Mac's products in any Australian stores that I've found so far. What are the active constituents in it?
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Ok, I'll bite....I see a magazine in the last picture with an article called "Modified to Perfection", what's that about...wink, wink, wink....
Aaron, it contains sulfuric and phosphoric acid plus a few long named ingredients.
Ya O.T, I was looking at the pictures in the magazine and on Google to see if they would give me an idea of what I could do with the swingarm. Not sure whether to leave it, Scotch Brite it, polish it, paint it, custom graphic down the side, or...
Ya O.T, I was looking at the pictures in the magazine and on Google to see if they would give me an idea of what I could do with the swingarm. Not sure whether to leave it, Scotch Brite it, polish it, paint it, custom graphic down the side, or...
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Ceramic coat in satin chrome.
That is a good idea. I have had Jet Hot silver ceramic coat an expansion chamber before. Not sure if I want to stay with the typical silver swing arm. Husaberg blue would look interesting and be different.........I've seen a dirt bike where the swing arm was the same gold color as the fork tubes which was cool and unique too.
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