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Post by dustinlangston on Sept 16, 2013 10:23:02 GMT -6
1977 RD 400 restoration project. Any help would be appreciated! I've never worked on one before so I'm relying on google for how to's. ill try to upload pics as I go. Not sure how the motor is. The previous owner stated it had been sitting since 1992. Help! Dustin- 417-280-6661 Attachments:
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Post by Phillip-S on Sept 16, 2013 12:16:45 GMT -6
Good luck Dustin! I have no technical knowledge to offer, but lots of moral support. I would suggest hitting your favorite search engine to find a shop manual to download, or at least access online. That will answer a world of questions about diagnosis and repair, plus dis-assembly and re-assembly procedures, especially if you have no prior experience. Even if you have to hit eBay for a Haynes version, it's usually money well spent.
Do keep posting your progress, pictures and questions. It may take a day or two for the appropriate member to see your questions, but somebody will usually chime in. And again, good luck!!
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Post by greaser on Sept 16, 2013 12:34:52 GMT -6
Member Brad would be a good brain to pick
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Post by daniel4586 on Sept 19, 2013 18:57:32 GMT -6
Lookin good man! I'm anxious to see that thing! I wanna race you on my cb450. Haha
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Post by Tim-WT on Sept 22, 2013 18:21:51 GMT -6
Great to connect with you today!
Can't wait to see this build develop.
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Post by woahblackbetty on Sept 22, 2013 20:10:20 GMT -6
Great to connect with you today! Can't wait to see this build develop. What Tim said! Was good to put a face to another member's name. Nice job on the Yamaha you were riding today too! |
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Post by brad on Sept 23, 2013 5:29:17 GMT -6
I know my way 'round these animals. May have some misc. parts and it's little sister for sale soon.
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Post by dustinlangston on Sept 30, 2013 11:50:52 GMT -6
Thanks everyone! It was great meeting you as well! Brad, I've not tried starting it yet. I'm replacing the hoses and cables right now. Just finished painting the motor and DG pipes. Should I keep the autolube system? Any recommendations on which oil to use? It seems to have good compression. Hoping the the crank seals are good. By little sister do you mean the DS7? If so how much? My wife needs a bike!
Dustin-
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Post by dustinlangston on Oct 2, 2013 17:38:09 GMT -6
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Post by Tim-WT on Oct 3, 2013 1:22:03 GMT -6
Start by soaking them in vinegar. Cheep and loves to eat old gas and rust. Might take a few days and a few rinses.
Let us know how it goes.
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Post by enduro360son on Oct 3, 2013 9:44:17 GMT -6
Keep the auto-lube if it works for sure. No one wants to mix gas.
I use Yamaha 4S with no problems on my 360.
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Post by dustinlangston on Oct 3, 2013 11:05:08 GMT -6
Start by soaking them in vinegar. Cheep and loves to eat old gas and rust. Might take a few days and a few rinses. Let us know how it goes. I just bought two nos keyster carb rebuild kits on eBay for $30 shipped. Ill start soaking them right away! Thanks! |
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Post by dustinlangston on Oct 3, 2013 11:24:32 GMT -6
Keep the auto-lube if it works for sure. No one wants to mix gas. I use Yamaha 4S with no problems on my 360. True I don't want to have to mix on the go! Thanks for the oil recommendation. I've read so many conflicting opinions online. I feel safe with Yamaha brand. |
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Post by greaser on Oct 3, 2013 11:53:04 GMT -6
Berrymans is the best carb cleaner in my opinion. I get the spray cans, I like to use a wire brush or screwdriver to scrape/scrub the inside stuff out. Soaking them works too
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Post by dustinlangston on Oct 3, 2013 12:40:21 GMT -6
Berrymans is the best carb cleaner in my opinion. I get the spray cans, I like to use a wire brush or screwdriver to scrape/scrub the inside stuff out. Soaking them works too Thanks! I'll give it a try. I've always used B-12 Chemtool because it makes good starter fluid too. |
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