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!984 Project - it begins

Started by FJ Bob, September 13, 2016, 08:52:43 AM

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FJ Bob

Great Day Today

My screwdriver arrived and this thing is magic.  Worked like a dream and the master cylinder cover is off.

Jscgdunn thank you!

Now as Paul recommended to find some new screws.

New tires will be ordered this week and just waiting for the weather to warm so I can do the final paint job. 

Spring is not far away and neither is my FJ from hitting the road.

Bob

balky1

You did manage to open it, but for future notice, usually a light taps with hammer on a screwdriver works good to break the oxides created on the threads of the screws.


FJ 1100, 1985, sold
FJR 1300, 2009

FJ Bob

Balky1

I did try the tapping with a hammer and regular screwdriver before with no success.  The Vessel JIS #2 Impact Driver was the solution.  Only $14.00 CDN, but took about a month to come from Japan.

Bob


balky1

OK, good thing is that you've succeeded.


FJ 1100, 1985, sold
FJR 1300, 2009

FJ Bob

Hi Everyone

I've got the new tires and I'm going to take off the wheels off the bike this weekend.  Anything I should be be aware of or watch out for?

Thanks

Bob

PaulG

Check condition of the cush drive

Sprockets?

Wheel bearings - If needed - buy them from an SKF or other such distributor - just bring in the old ones and they will usually have them on the shelf - maybe even the 3rd rear hub bearing (which is an oddball size) - if not, only a day or two to wait for it. Fraction of the cost of OEM.

While the rear wheel is off - remove the swingarm, shock, and linkage.  A lot of grunge gets collected around it, so give everything a thorough cleaning inside and out.  A lot of expensive needle bearings in there.  When I bought my 92 I had to replace them all - made a huge difference in handling.  Again if you need new ones go aftermarket if possible. These require pressing in and out.

Check valve stems

Drink Beer  :drinks:
1992 FJ1200 ABS
YouTube Channel Paul G


Charlie-brm

Quote from: FJ Bob on January 25, 2017, 08:22:55 AM
Balky1

I did try the tapping with a hammer and regular screwdriver before with no success.  The Vessel JIS #2 Impact Driver was the solution.  Only $14.00 CDN, but took about a month to come from Japan.

Bob



Some tools pay for themselves with the first application. Take care of it. That's a very good price too.
For general use in the future, you can pop in to a Princess Auto and look for this: http://www.princessauto.com/en/detail/9-pc-manual-impact-driver-set/A-p8311615e


Unfortunately the price has gone up but it's my go to for the bike and for electronics cases since I can swap in any 1/4" hex bit I have, and I have JIS hex bits. I have had it maybe 20 years. It is palm sized, about 3/4" diameter. Pretty nice to spin screws in and out too.

LIGHT taps with a carpenter's hammer will do. Testing first by seeing the effect you get from tapping your chosen bit on to a piece of softwood isn't a bad idea. The bigger hand held impact drivers I have never see the light of day.
If someone wants to see any images I refer to in posts, first check my gallery here. If no bueno, send me a PM. More than glad to share.
Current Model: 1990 FJ1200 3CV since 2020
Past Models: 1984 FJ1100 - 2012 to 2020
1979 XS750SF - 2005 to 2012

FJ Bob

PaulG

Thanks for the suggestions on the other points to check while I've got the wheels off.

Definitely going to give it a thorough check while I have it apart. 

Yes there will also be beer involved as well. 

Bob

FJ Bob

Well the wheels came off and I did a thorough check and cleaning of everything around the rear shock and swing arm.  All is good there and on the front as well.  The new tires are mounted, balanced and back on the bike.

Now I just need some warm weather to get the body parts painted and back on the bike.  However, that won't likely be until early April.

Bob

Pat Conlon

Good deal Bob, on the '84/85 it is important to make sure you grease those bushings on the swing arm linkage.... :flag_of_truce:

A surface cleaning and visual inspection is not enough.
1) Free Owners Manual download: https://tinyurl.com/fmsz7hk9
2) Don't store your FJ with E10 fuel https://tinyurl.com/3cjrfct5
3) Replace your old stock rubber brake lines.
4) Important items for the '84-87 FJ's:
Safety wire: https://tinyurl.com/99zp8ufh
Fuel line: https://tinyurl.com/bdff9bf3

FJ Bob

Pat

Thanks for the tip.

I did not mention it in my previous post but greased everything I could find on the swing arm, chassis, etc.

Bob

Pat Conlon

1) Free Owners Manual download: https://tinyurl.com/fmsz7hk9
2) Don't store your FJ with E10 fuel https://tinyurl.com/3cjrfct5
3) Replace your old stock rubber brake lines.
4) Important items for the '84-87 FJ's:
Safety wire: https://tinyurl.com/99zp8ufh
Fuel line: https://tinyurl.com/bdff9bf3

FJ Bob

Well the painting went well and I've started to put the bike back together but have run into a bit of a snag.

The petcock appears to be leaking from around the valve.  It leaks leaks in both positions but more in the on position.  I took it apart and could not see anything to indicate a problem.  I suspect that maybe leaving the petcock off the tank all winter might have resulted in the seals drying out and thus now my leak.

Does anyone have any thoughts on what  might be the problem and if there is a solution?

Thanks

Bob

FJmonkey

If your petcock is original it has been in service for over 30 years. Considering that it holds back a very flammable liquid, it might be time for a new one.
The glass is not half full, it was engineered with a 2X safety factor.

'86 Ambulance - Bent frame, cracked case, due for an overhaul
'89 Stormy Blue - Suits my Dark Side

FJ Bob

FJmonkey

You make great points and I completely agree. 

I'll get a new one from Randy and then I should be good for another 30 years. 

Thanks

Bob