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Asphalt Cowboy Z1100R, 1981 Z1000J
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Looking good Chris
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Its frustrating not being able to get out and carry on with painting parts. Too cold and damp in my garage.
I have though started to look at some components and solutions. One such problem is the clocks. A recent advert made me aware of some new mounting rubbers for the clock pods. From Australia they have good reviews so I bought a pair.
The originals seem to be made from foam ?
When removed from the pod you can see how they have degraded over time.
To overcome the loose fit in the past I packed it out with a washer.
Whilst okay as a temporary fix it never really stopped the vibration getting through.
Compare the old with the new.
They really are very good quality and an exact replica of the original.
A happy bunny
I have though started to look at some components and solutions. One such problem is the clocks. A recent advert made me aware of some new mounting rubbers for the clock pods. From Australia they have good reviews so I bought a pair.
The originals seem to be made from foam ?
When removed from the pod you can see how they have degraded over time.
To overcome the loose fit in the past I packed it out with a washer.
Whilst okay as a temporary fix it never really stopped the vibration getting through.
Compare the old with the new.
They really are very good quality and an exact replica of the original.
A happy bunny
Asphalt Cowboy Z1100R, 1981 Z1000J
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I put the delivery note in one of the pictures.
Nippon Nirinsha.
Nippon Nirinsha.
Asphalt Cowboy Z1100R, 1981 Z1000J
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Now I need to turn to the forks.
A thread by Al some years ago has given me more pause for thought than almost anything ever posted here. I purchased some new bushes a couple of years ago but have postponed doing anything until I am at the stage where I can safely strip them out.
I have decided that I don't need any kind of performance upgrade, just for the bike to sit properly without the need to constantly monitor the air pressure. Whoever thought unbalanced forks needing 7 psi in each leg was a good idea?
I spoke to PDQ today and upon re reading Al's thread for the umpteenth time have opted for Racetech 0.85kg/mm springs only. What a nice helpful guy. They are in stock apparently so I can collect whenever I am next down there.
Paint is ready, I have space, at least until the engine is finished, and I have the correct decals. (Correct on the right)
There will be a few more parts to be refurbed by Mikey's magic hands but at least I can make a start.
A thread by Al some years ago has given me more pause for thought than almost anything ever posted here. I purchased some new bushes a couple of years ago but have postponed doing anything until I am at the stage where I can safely strip them out.
I have decided that I don't need any kind of performance upgrade, just for the bike to sit properly without the need to constantly monitor the air pressure. Whoever thought unbalanced forks needing 7 psi in each leg was a good idea?
I spoke to PDQ today and upon re reading Al's thread for the umpteenth time have opted for Racetech 0.85kg/mm springs only. What a nice helpful guy. They are in stock apparently so I can collect whenever I am next down there.
Paint is ready, I have space, at least until the engine is finished, and I have the correct decals. (Correct on the right)
There will be a few more parts to be refurbed by Mikey's magic hands but at least I can make a start.
Asphalt Cowboy Z1100R, 1981 Z1000J
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cant beleive its nearly 5 years since the J has been out on run with the group....time flies
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Tell me Mark.
I was going to mention procrastination but I’m not sure what it means, I’ll look it up tomorrow.
I was going to mention procrastination but I’m not sure what it means, I’ll look it up tomorrow.
Asphalt Cowboy Z1100R, 1981 Z1000J
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This is the last piece.
The bike will be on display at Stafford.
The bike will be on display at Stafford.
Asphalt Cowboy Z1100R, 1981 Z1000J
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Here is the finished bike. I am now unlikely to use it so will be exploring options to sell.
I tentatively offered the bike to visitors at £12k and did discuss including it in the Silverstone Auctions sale next spring.
I tentatively offered the bike to visitors at £12k and did discuss including it in the Silverstone Auctions sale next spring.
Asphalt Cowboy Z1100R, 1981 Z1000J
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Excellent Chris well done. It was a landmark moment for me when you bought that bike, thats what got it all started in my funny little world!
AL
AL
1981 J1
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Nice to hear from you Al.
There is no doubt that you are far ahead of me in understanding the J. After all, I was only ever trying to keep things stock.
The hours I've spent reading your threads
There is no doubt that you are far ahead of me in understanding the J. After all, I was only ever trying to keep things stock.
The hours I've spent reading your threads
Asphalt Cowboy Z1100R, 1981 Z1000J
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