jetmechmarty

Fordologist

Or not. We can only go by what we see. So, it’s a 1950, unless it isn’t. 🤣

Bob’s truck doesn’t have the ‘49 hood.

I think it’s a 1950 as the ‘51 had a large rear window and a different grill.

Did you install genuine Mikuni jets? You said “standard.” Please elaborate. What you describe says the pilot circuits are not...

Fogging oil is what I use.

It's probably the clutch. It has to be adjusted just right. If not, shifting will be troublesome. Shift forks could possibly be worn...

I tried Metal Rescue/Evaporust as you’re doing with vinegar. I failed. I’m interested to see if the vinegar is successful.

Gordon has sold all of his XS650 interest and moved on. He no longer checks in here.

If you have the necessary skill, grab a handful of brake while the bike is heeled over in a corner. Pull it down some, then release the...

The AI that feeds me music has not put her on my playlist. That said, I guess I just don’t know what the current crop is.

Doh! I looked. You should do fine. (Now, eBay will send me 40 emails about it.)

Delete that. Answer when asked.

You have a specialty item looking for a buyer. It's all anyone's guess.

By July, riding season is about over down here. It’s too hot! SELL IT!

Yep!