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  1. OldSkool81

    Major back fire happening

    Ok great, thank you:-)
  2. OldSkool81

    Major back fire happening

    I'm not using a Petcock that requires a vacuum, should both of mine be capped then?
  3. First Bike Build

    First Bike Build

  4. OldSkool81

    Powder Coat Match for 1972 XS650 Red?

    Check out powder by the pound.... Good site! great guys! ... Maybe go as far as to email Lenny, he is one of the main techs and is full of info. Good luck
  5. OldSkool81

    Where to put everything ...HELP PLEASE

    Ok guys I haven't posted in awhile and I have some questions and im hoping someone can help.:banghead: ok so here we go I have a Ardcore hardtail and the TC Bros. rear brake anchor and the universal linkage and forward controls. I am having trouble figuring out placement or the steps to get the...
  6. OldSkool81

    How-To: Wheel Bearings

    I just put in new bearings in both my front and rear wheels. Front was no problem but the rear, after pressing the bearings the spacer does not fit tight to the bearings. what could be wrong. the wheels are stock from a 1981. Never mind I got it fixed, I didn't have the bearing in the whole...
  7. OldSkool81

    What's with Ardcore Choppers?

    I also had a very bad time dealing with them...took them 12 weeks to get my tail to me after many times of calling and raising hell!!! Jon said he would send me a plain seat pan and some hardware for my very long wait and guess what , it didnt come with the tail!!! So I can say I will never be...
  8. OldSkool81

    Giveaway: Monstercraftsman Mono Shock Seat (ends 11pm CST June 4, 2013)

    Well, you see I can't teach you everything I know.... Because then you'll be as smart as me and I can't have that. My father :-)
  9. OldSkool81

    not a good idea?

    I like the plate but where can I get the fuel bottle. Been looking for a few days cant seem to find the half gallon bottle anywhere!!!
  10. OldSkool81

    Would like to say hello

    Thanks everyone!!!! super glad to be here. cant believe all the info on the site and skilled people. Was worried about buying an over 30 year old bike until I found this forum of great people! So as i said starting to take her apart now, getting an ARDCORE hardtail. I have been taking pictures...
  11. OldSkool81

    Would like to say hello

    Finally got her running!!!!! Cleaned the carbs and bang:-) now its time to take her apart!!!
  12. OldSkool81

    Can't Wait

    ok guys best place I can get all new Handle bar controls (both sides)
  13. OldSkool81

    Can't Wait

    No PAMCO installed...
  14. OldSkool81

    Can't Wait

    Ok ...well the start didnt go so well ....so wire off the stator caused the wire harness to smoke. Turn key on, no lights on but the brake light( no dash lights, headlight) bar assembly switch is toast so cant start that way. Carb is leaking gas from a T fitting between the two carbs. so i think...
  15. OldSkool81

    Can't Wait

    k ...so tomorrow is the big day! Getting the battery in and going to see if she runs. If so then to install the new rotor and brushes and hope for some good numbers, cross your fingers for me guys lol. As I stated in my last post this is my first build/bike project. Anyone have any advice let me...
  16. OldSkool81

    Would like to say hello

    thanks guys and I will start uploading soon I promise haha
  17. OldSkool81

    Would like to say hello

    I would like to stop in and say hello to everyone. Im the proud new owner of a 1981 Yamaha xs 650 Special. I found this Forum and havent been able to stop looking :thumbsup: It needs some work ...stator..rotor...battery....etc. Plans are to hardtail, slam it and some customs. Anyone that would...
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