Work In Progress

Haven't had an overall shot of the work in progress for a while, so here it is. I've got the handlebars and controls mostly back on, and the big task at this point is installing all new cables. I put the tank in place to make sure all the wiring and cables avoid hitting spots they shouldn't.

Also at this point, the carbs are back in place, since I'm done adjusting the top end (except for a teeny problem on the right side I'll discuss later). Back to work!

Ignition Switch Cover Dilemma

As I was installing the ignition switch cover on the headlamp bucket, I realized that the little brass post for the plastic slider spring was missing. Since I had bought the new (used) headlamp bucket on ebay, I still had the old one. The original still had the brass fitting attached, but as it turns out, the fitting (right) was riveted into the bucket and was not reusable.

Long story short, I needed a quick fix. I broke apart an old spark plug (left) and snipped off the end, just below the washer-like lip pictured. Then, using an extra washer inside the bucket and another one on the outside, I had a new post! I used a little blue Loctite to secure it in place. And the fix is hidden from view by the chrome ignition switch cover.