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The 2-Stroke Garage => Haus of Projects => Topic started by: JB Weld on February 05, 2020, 08:52:34 PM

Title: Back to my build, sons helping now
Post by: JB Weld on February 05, 2020, 08:52:34 PM
Haven't been the best at getting my kids involved in projects over the past few years, although really didn't want them stepping on nails or breathing drywall dust.

Rebuilt my engine 3-4 years ago and let the bike sit partially assembled while I bought my most recent house and started remodeling. Now it's back to the RD and I can get the kids involved. The boys are 8 and 10 and love Minecraft and Legos, but want them to get excited about the real fun stuff.

Gave them the chance to remove the seat, gas tank, and heads by themselves tonight.  They did well with little assistance. We pulled the heads to see if any rust had formed in the cylinders. All is good!
Title: Re: Back to my build, sons helping now
Post by: JB Weld on February 05, 2020, 09:07:10 PM
Pic from tonight. Would post more but have to figure out a place to resize the rest.
Title: Re: Back to my build, sons helping now
Post by: Greaser Greg on February 05, 2020, 09:29:31 PM
 :whoop: :cheerleader: :clap: great to see that pic of the youngsters learning how real things work! Thanks for posting!
Title: Re: Back to my build, sons helping now
Post by: Aloha808 on February 05, 2020, 09:40:05 PM
Great job!  That must make you feel real good.  As a father of four, I know it is not easy to get youngsters off their games and doing things that will be more applicable for their future.  In addition, the time with them is invaluable.

Kudos again.

Title: Re: Back to my build, sons helping now
Post by: rodneya on February 05, 2020, 09:57:43 PM
My son helped me build a Ktm 50 that was put together with parts I collected when he was 6. He was not super helpful, so proud when we were finished.
Title: Re: Back to my build, sons helping now
Post by: JB Weld on April 08, 2020, 08:44:19 PM
Some recent pics.
Title: Re: Back to my build, sons helping now
Post by: JB Weld on April 08, 2020, 08:49:34 PM
This is my 9 year old's first 1/2" long weld. He was very excited and can't wait to do more. He likes to wear pajamas all day(he's home schooled), or sweatpants, so he doesn't currently have any jeans. Doesn't get to weld anymore until he has the right pants!

Last night he was drawing blue prints for building dragons out of steel. Reading isn't his strong point with his mild learning disability and ADHD but he is great with math and imagination. I can see him doing big things someday!
Title: Re: Back to my build, sons helping now
Post by: JB Weld on June 16, 2020, 04:55:27 PM
This past weekend I really started striking some items off of my to do list. Timing, air jets, primary jets, tool box, fuel lines, modified a motor mount, installed exhaust, and checked over a handful of nuts/bolts.

Still have a couple of wiring gremlins and my clutch won't operate again  :help:. Hoping to dig back into that once I hear the engine run for the first time since fall 2015!

Still have to set the stroke on the auto lube. Just waiting on shims.
Title: Re: Back to my build, sons helping now
Post by: JB Weld on June 16, 2020, 04:58:22 PM
More pics
Title: Re: Back to my build, sons helping now
Post by: JB Weld on June 16, 2020, 05:02:56 PM
Have to say I love the 90* visu-filter and Motion Pro fuel line disconnect. How did I function before these???
Title: Re: Back to my build, sons helping now
Post by: JB Weld on June 16, 2020, 05:07:39 PM
Once I get it started the plan is to figure out why the front brake won't turn the brake lamp on, and the left turn signal indicator (by the tach) is on solid all the time. Both signals flash and the brake light illuminates using the rear brake.

Anyone have a source for the rear brake return spring? Bike never had it and never really bothered me, but might as well have one.
Title: Re: Back to my build, sons helping now
Post by: 85RZwade on June 17, 2020, 09:37:27 AM
I should have that spring. I'll check and make sure
Title: Re: Back to my build, sons helping now
Post by: Jspooner on June 17, 2020, 11:22:50 AM
Quote from: 85RZwade on June 17, 2020, 09:37:27 AM
I should have that spring. I'll check and make sure

If Wade doesn't have one I know I probably have several.
Title: Re: Back to my build, sons helping now
Post by: 85RZwade on June 19, 2020, 02:17:52 AM
Do you need the extension spring at the pedal or the compression spring at the drum? I have both.
Title: Re: Back to my build, sons helping now
Post by: JB Weld on June 24, 2020, 07:43:48 AM
Started the engine Saturday. Today I was able to buzz up and down my street a little, but still haven't insured it. Was nice to hear after 4.5 years. My only bike too and missed two wheel therapy.

Not sure if I can post a video.

Got the new UNIs installed last night as well. A bit squished, but expected that at 4" long.
Title: Re: Back to my build, sons helping now
Post by: JB Weld on July 09, 2020, 09:06:15 PM
Finally fixed the angle on the kickstand.
Title: Re: Back to my build, sons helping now
Post by: JB Weld on July 09, 2020, 09:07:56 PM
Final result.

Had to set a 5/4 board under it for it to sit decent.
Title: Re: Back to my build, sons helping now
Post by: toffee on July 10, 2020, 06:07:40 PM
good work JB

whats the plans for the project? are you doing a restore?

Getting the youngsters involved is great. The kid with the adhd
will really benefit from the hands on if he likes it.
Title: Re: Back to my build, sons helping now
Post by: JB Weld on July 11, 2020, 07:44:36 PM
No restore. Really loving survivor status. Started teardown on the engine right around December 2015 because a bad crank seal sucked the trans dry and decided to rebuild.

Title: Re: Back to my build, sons helping now
Post by: Hardy on July 13, 2020, 07:01:15 AM
Kids in the shed! Great!

I have my girls (10&8) regularly with my doing projects also in the shed.

That or Lego!
Title: Re: Back to my build, sons helping now
Post by: davedogg on July 21, 2020, 12:34:30 PM
Just a heads up. The crossover tube and manifolds are not genuine Yamaha. It could possible get a hole and suck in air. I'd hate to see all that hard work be for nothing. Get a pair of real Banshee manifolds and crossover for peace of mind.