Vintage Iron

[Razor]

Thanks again. May sound odd, but I really enjoy the work.

Beautiful!

Do you ever sleep?

Yes, sleeping isn't a problem. Just ask my wife. She claims I can zonk out pretty much anytime & anywhere.

I see your Rune lurking in the background there. I like it!

800+lb beast. It's a bit to handle at slow speeds & turns, but once underway... it's a blast.

Probably already went overboard on posting projects & bikes, but if there's interest; be glad to share the latest project (1972 CB350 Cafe).

[Cormanus]

Mate, share away. Your work is a pleasure to behold.

[SanPete_imp]

Overboard? Nonsense... keep them coming! Around here we love pictures, we love motorcycles, and we love vintage. Same interest I suppose. Not all of us have the skill set you display in your work. Last year I attempted to repair a 1983 Magna. Had difficulty with a stuck and stubborn water pump, ended up cracking the engine block. My solution to it was to buy a CB11. Needless to say, the bike is still waiting for me. Just give me some pictures, a story, and a cup of coffee and I will be a happy reader.
I admire your work.

[Razor]

Thanks. Started another thread. Hope you enjoy it.

[PistolPete811_imp]

Would you mind describing how you polished those covers like that? I want to be able to do the same but I have no experience/ knowledge

Thanks

Pete

[Razor]

Hi Pete, start by accessing the condition of the parts you want to polish. In my case; the PO had a thing for chrome plating, which time had worked its magic on.

Had to bead blast the chrome off.


Most parts will need to be sanded to relieve imperfections. Start was 240 grit, and work your way to 800 or even 1000. The smoother the surface, the easier and less time on the polishing wheel.

Here the same intake runner just starting with the 240 sandpaper


I used my 1hp bench grinder to attach a cotton polishing wheel. Rouges come in various grits. I like to start with the brown, and finish with white. Keep in mind the wheel loves to test you, so keep a good grip and watch your angles.

There's about two hours of work into the intake runners.


Good luck. Let me know if you have any questions.

[PistolPete811_imp]

Hey thank you for your time and advice!!

Pete