Reassembly Begins
274 days after I began disassembling the ’65 Honda in Alden, I finally started to reassemble the pieces. Since the wide white wall tires are still on back order, I …
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Lacing a Wheel
With this ’65 Honda restoration project, I’ve learned that I like some tasks more than others. I dislike sandblasting, along with polishing aluminum. I do enjoy lacing spoke wheels, and …
Lacing a Wheel Read MoreReady for Painting
After a few months of scrubbing with steel wool, sand blasting, filling, sanding, priming, and repeating those steps, the ’65 Honda motorcycle parts are ready for the paint shop. My …
Ready for Painting Read MoreBack in the Saddle
Since acquiring the vintage Honda saddlebags a few months ago, I’ve been wanting to get them cleaned and treated. Several people suggested that I take them to a tack shop, …
Back in the Saddle Read MoreShocking Development
With electric service restored in Alden, I’ve jumped back into the motorcycle restoration project. I’ve set a goal to have the engine put back together before the end of March, …
Shocking Development Read MoreProject Update: Engine back in Frame
Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there. I’m spending Father’s Day sick, with a sore throat and lots of congestion. So, I’m not getting as much accomplished this …
Project Update: Engine back in Frame Read MoreProject Update: Forks Are Apart
The motorcycle restoration project took a few steps forward today. I finally got some time to disassemble the front forks. I’ve ordered new seals and dust covers for the forks …
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