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Posted by CDNRatMan
- December 06, 2013, 22:09:30 PMok an update is in order.....
#1. Replace both set of brake pads, this will encompass, rebuilding both calipers and checking all hoses and cables involved in the operation of the brakes, DONE
#2. Bike now has 33 some ks on it and not knowing if the valves have ever been checked or looked at that is in the plans for after xmas,waiting
#3. Seat is getting new foam and gel foam, sculpted and formed, by a local custom seat-maker, waiting at the seat place
#4. Replace front springs with 1500 Progressive springs and new oil, remove and check triple tree bearings and parts, DONE
#5. Replace rear shock, remove all the pivot points and bearings, grease fittings, check and replace as required, grease, re install,on order ETA 14/01/2014
#6. Add what will be black bumperettes to the rear fender, First coat of gloss black and drying, DONE
#7. Replacing all the chrome bullet heads with black ones, DONE
#8. Build the nacelle' paint it black and install it, have the parts here, decided to forego this mod because of the windscreen
#9. Replace handgrips, DONE
#10. Replace rear sprocket with 38T 0ne because of 0hi0 barn said to DONE
#11. Rear passenger folding floor boards. still hunting for the right ones
#12. Rectifier cover at the powder coater
#13. Mystery project, project might be out because lack of finding correct parts required
#14. Second mystery project, still hunting up the parts
Posted by CDNRatMan
- November 24, 2013, 18:04:07 PMgrampsizing was never on my list but will talk it over with Dave. Project 11 and 12 are still waiting for parts and more info.
Posted by Drift1
- November 24, 2013, 13:59:54 PMYea I'd say so . I'm pretty sure your going to find there's no adjustment needed on your valves ratman . Better to be safe then sorry though , of course ! Wonder is all in tell for that grampsizing mod ? If it's just liminating the air box your half way there brother . Rejet the carb and BAM mystery 101 project done on your list 
Posted by pcarrell
- November 24, 2013, 13:14:12 PMSounds like Dave is a good friend to have!
Posted by CDNRatMan
- November 24, 2013, 11:39:52 AM I had a long chat with Dave (Certified Kaw Mechanic)
Here in this area it seems that a lot of the mechanics do not hold jobs for a long time, they get a good reputation, they work hard and are abused by their bosses, like Dave has been laid off for the winter and he is having issues with his bosses because he refuses to move boats, hot tubs and such around the show room..... anyway, he is reputed to be one of the better bike wrenches in the area, so.....
He had listened to my bike in the fall, and said it sounded really nice a tight. So he explained his idea and his plan to work on my bike. It can be done without engine removal, simply take off the tank, all the stuff up top and remove the air cleaning stuff. Then remove the valve covers, I near pooped when I saw how deep down my plugs were...lol.....I will also be posting some pictures as Dave said that would be fine, he has no issues with it, and I will credit him with doing the work. He also said that best case it is not going to be more then an inspection because everything is in the limits and bang on. So just waiting for him to call me back and let me know what day he is going to do it. I'll keep you posted.
Posted by kw-retrorider
- November 24, 2013, 05:02:34 AMRatman: looks like you are making good progress. I know you're not there yet, but do remember to report out on the valve lash as you find it before adjustment....for those of us waiting to do the same thing...or not. Thanks.
Posted by CDNRatMan
- November 23, 2013, 19:27:07 PMReally crappy weather outside so I put the paint booth back in place, the final coat of black on the bumperettes are now done and they are drying, and the paint booth is back to being a laundry room, and clothing drying area from snow covered clothing.....will let them cure for a few weeks and start to polish them with some good car wax. Bring the shine out on them.
Posted by CDNRatMan
- November 20, 2013, 21:06:26 PM Too late for that foolishness, they have been apart and hanging and dripping for the last few days. This weekend they will be done and ready to mount on the bike. I just have the steering head to check and grease then the forks back on and away we go.
As for the rear shock that is from the supplier and not sure why, but I'll have the front end back together and then the back is a piece of cake. forks, then valves, or rear shock and we are done the major work the rest is easy and will just move along.
Posted by Drift1
- November 20, 2013, 19:53:59 PMCool dude !!! Now being your bike is put away for winter your not able to try these new springs out right away . My suggestion to you is push down on the existing shocks now a few times . Maybe mark the fork with a piece of tape as to how far you can press them . When you replace the OLD springs with the NEW progressive springs try to reach the same mark . GOOD LUCK ... LOL it will never happen 
Dude I had a chance to ride with my new front springs and man O man wish I would have did this much sooner .
What's the deal on the rear spring ? Not producing many or selling them out that fast ? Man 6 weeks , maybe I'll have a chance to save up for one of those , for MA-DEUCE 
Posted by CDNRatMan
- November 20, 2013, 17:43:05 PMCool Front springs are here, rear shock is at least 6 week back order right now. So Mr. GreenBarn I am going to follow your instructions and see how well it works......
Posted by CDNRatMan
- November 16, 2013, 14:01:22 PMProgressive Shocks rear 645 series are on back order, so that project is on hold till some time in Dec or later, but the front springs should be here by Tuesday. So will get on to that project.
Posted by pcarrell
- November 16, 2013, 12:35:47 PMQuote from: gdrudd13 on November 16, 2013, 11:51:02 AMDavid made those, as well as the saddle bag protector bars.Any clue where the rear bars came from on that blue drifter? I really like those.
Posted by gdrudd13
- November 16, 2013, 11:51:02 AMI have the large throttle boss (but it black) on mine. I like it. It made a huge difference for me but I know some people don't like them. It lets me stretch out my fingers which is why I like it. I also have the leather covers for the clutch and brake levers. Been there since I've had my bike. They're comfortable as well. I don't have anything to compare them to though so it might not make a big difference. Any clue where the rear bars came from on that blue drifter? I really like those.
Posted by pcarrell
- November 15, 2013, 22:43:36 PMQuote from: Drift1 on November 15, 2013, 18:22:32 PMSorry to mislead.....I gave the wrong name! They are called the Kuryakyn ISO-Throttle Boss. These are the ones I have on my bike, but they come in different shapes. http://www.cruisercustomizing.com/kuryakyn-iso-throttle-boss-fits-right-or-left-grip-each-for-iso-grips-transformer-grips-or-braided-grips/part/KY-6250PC forgive me here , but what are ISO wings , the levers ?
Sorry for the confusion.
Posted by pcarrell
- November 15, 2013, 22:35:03 PMQuote from: greenbarn on November 15, 2013, 19:38:21 PMSorry, guess I just don't understand what you 800 guys are on about, since our 1500's are built right from the factory..........You got that exactly right. Less vibration at highway speeds due to the lower revs, and it doesn't sound like it's screaming at you at 60 mph... And the fork springs make a huge difference.... I've said it before, I think the 18/38 ratio and the progressive springs are "must do" mods on the 800.
MAN, that was fun!