Friday, July 27, 2012

S90: Gas Tank Mount Mod

Problem:  The rubber gas tank mounts would push the tank too far to the rear, which then pushed the seat back too far, which meant that the seat bolts couldn't reach the mounting holes.

Solution:  Dremel out some material from the inside of the mount so that the tank is able to ride a bit more forward.  Removing about half the width allowed the seat to fit while still providing enough rubber to keep the tank snug on the frame mounts.


S90: Engine Paint Test

Testing out some VHT brand engine paint in Aluminum Silver.  The paint does have some metallic flakes that gives it some real pop, but I think it's a little too bluish in color to work for a vintage look.



Took this shot for a visual comparison.



Thursday, July 19, 2012

S90: Unchained

Was just in the mood to Dremel, so the chain came off.  Had to grind down the pegs on the master link as I believe the PO mushroomed them to make sure the plate never came off.  I counted 51 links including the master.