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  1. truenorthmetal

    78 bobber. Just bought, need some help/ ideas

    Looked wicked Kyle ! Super clean looking. I see what you mean on plunger frame... I have always liked the firestone deluxe champion for a rear tire....have that speedway jawa look with a minimalist rear fender on there
  2. truenorthmetal

    Hand me down Canadian XS650 build

    Looks good....I have some cool retro sparkle grips....even have Rootbeer :wink2: Discount code for 25% off if you have any interest: TNMHalloweenSale I am in Maple Ridge BC. keep up the good work !
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    British Columbia xs650 build

    25% discount until November 1st. Love to have you come check out the new Store....feedback is welcome, but I do have some pretty cool grips for sale.... Coupon Code: TNMHalloweenSale
  4. truenorthmetal

    Pamco Question

    i think i am close to what they show...there are a few, guys on this forum that are much more knowledgable in that area than I...(correction...MANY guys).......but 2 of which posted in this thread...Leo and Retiredgentleman....well 3.....Pete ! All super helpful !! So if you are getting...
  5. truenorthmetal

    Pamco Question

    you had me thinking for a sec......the 4th picture in the orig thread, (quoted above) shows the TDC and 15d advance marks that I scribed into the timing cover.......pic shows sitting at the adv mark. I could have blown it but the motor runs real well. Still always the possibility its...
  6. truenorthmetal

    British Columbia xs650 build

    some more... Brake stay; PMA, Starter Relay, etc; Kill switch;
  7. truenorthmetal

    British Columbia xs650 build

    Battery tray, with voltage regulator mounted to bottom.......bottom pan with VR fins exposed, battery mounted on top anybody looked at my site yet...? Love to hear what you think on my first crack at it. http://shop.truenorthmetal.ca/
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    British Columbia xs650 build

    I JUST opened my website. Super cool retro sparkle grips on there. 10% coupon to all forum members - type in xs650forum http://shop.truenorthmetal.ca/ love to hear what you think even if you dont buy. Peace !!! -Mike
  9. truenorthmetal

    So whats the best way to bore out 7/8" controls to 1"

    i usually use a dremel tool and a bit of patience....
  10. truenorthmetal

    gripps ????????

    I JUST opened my website. Super cool retro sparkle grips on there. 10% coupon to all forum members - type in xs650forum shop.truenorthmetal.ca love to hear what you think even if you dont buy. Peace All !!!
  11. truenorthmetal

    British Columbia xs650 build

    Oil tank with coil inside, ignition switch, all post ignition fuses and perforated metal vents for air circulation
  12. truenorthmetal

    British Columbia xs650 build

    ok....starting reassemble finally.......
  13. truenorthmetal

    British Columbia xs650 build

    Thanks for asking.......it is super super close. Now I just need to reassemble, and I will start posting final assembly pics in the next few days. A side project I have been working on that has taken some attention is a new TrueNorthMetal.com store. Should be live in about a week. I have some...
  14. truenorthmetal

    Pamco Question

    I have a few questions about tuning - all the electrics appear to be working great ! ...and maybe I should start a new thread, but trust the thoughts I have gotten on this one so please forgive :wink2: Ride 1 - It ran pretty good. Pulled super hard and smooth in the upper range of the...
  15. truenorthmetal

    Pamco Question

    Thanks for everything Pete ! Started up after about 2 revs :thumbsup: Tweeked timing some - seems real close....nice throttle response, adv working perfectly....little pops now and there so will check valve lash tonight, but plugs look right......ride tomarrow !! Thanks Again, -Mike
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    Pamco Question

    Hello Pete, RGentleman, Leo,....everyone My bike is super close to being done...I am super happy with the way it came out, and I did get the new adv rod......clearly looks like the answer to my advance problems as I now have a tiny bit of lateral play and no advance bind.........THANK YOU Pete...
  17. truenorthmetal

    81 XS650 Brat Build -- First Time Builder

    for sure Ryan....anything you need on exhaust......call me, PM, post here....i am even on vacation next week. sticking around though. You going to New West Show and Shine in July..? chat soon, -Mike
  18. truenorthmetal

    81 XS650 Bobber Build

    Headlight is cool...........I am still finishing my bike but have not liked the look of mine the whole time I have been fab'ing up........I have the 4 1/2 inch reg light.........which will now be replaced by the 5 3/4 blk diamond halogen. Nice bike !:thumbsup:
  19. truenorthmetal

    81 XS650 Bobber Build

    So AN braded line...sorry still cant tell. (Love to see a pic close up if you have one) so the id of that hose must be 3/8 even 7/16 right..? So you fed the cable in the hose, then through barbed connectors, and then added connectors after right? Barbed connectors must be big. Maybe I...
  20. truenorthmetal

    Wiring Diagram Review Needed

    yep that makes sense..........actually now thinking that I did not do that......I think I put one in between the pma/voltage reg and the ig switch in addition to the one between the bat and ig switch. But I ran only inline fuses so no fuse plate. I guess I just figured it out while I was...
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