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  1. kvanderploeg

    For Sale - 1980 XS650 Frame

    Last call on this one guys. Next stop is the scrap yard. I think I also have a set of polished 34mm forks and trees. I bought them from someone else on here and never used them. Drive on over here and pick them both up.
  2. kvanderploeg

    For Sale - 1980 XS650 Frame

    Bump on this guys. I want it out of my garage. Don't want to ship or cut it up, and I don't want to just scrap it.
  3. kvanderploeg

    For Sale - 1980 XS650 Frame

    PM back.
  4. kvanderploeg

    For Sale - 1980 XS650 Frame

    If you're willing to drive up here, I'm available most evenings and I should be around most of this coming weekend. Sorry I can't meet you, I'm tied up with my boys and trying to pack. How's $20 sound?
  5. kvanderploeg

    For Sale - 1980 XS650 Frame

    I have a 1980 XS650 frame that is left over from my build several years ago. The frame was pretty clean, but I used the donor bike to build on a Paughco frame. This one has an IL junk title. I'm not looking to get much out of it, but I'm moving and I have no reason to keep it. If you're near...
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    For Sale - XS650 Frame, Forks, and Trees $150

    I have a frame from my donor bike, a 1980. Frame is in good shape and includes an IL Junk Title. You can use this title to build a bike and run through the IL Specially Constructed Vehicle program. I did the same program, but with a brand new Paughco frame. I also have a set of 34mm front...
  7. kvanderploeg

    1980 Bobber Build on Mr. Lucky's Frame

    I'm fairly certain it started life as a stretch sport bob aftermarket tank, though someone had done some work to it (or worked it over :doh:) before I got to it. Something like this: http://www.debrix.com/2-Stretched-Screw-Sport-Bob-Gas-Tank-Harley-XL-Sp-p/20057-k1.htm
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    1980 Bobber Build on Mr. Lucky's Frame

    This one? A little cutting, grinding, welding and body work, and you too can have one. ;)
  9. kvanderploeg

    1980 Bobber Build on Mr. Lucky's Frame

    Bike is done, though I need to replace the base gasket as it's started to leak on me. We had a boy, and one more on the way, due at the end of August!
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    1980 Bobber Build on Mr. Lucky's Frame

    Good luck!
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    1980 Bobber Build on Mr. Lucky's Frame

    I believe I used a 1N4005 diode in replacement. Found them at Radio Shack.
  12. kvanderploeg

    rear disc brake setup

    Digging up the old threads! ;) Glad it could be of help.
  13. kvanderploeg

    1980 Bobber Build on Mr. Lucky's Frame

    Well, those guys from the Secretary of State Police were right. One week and a day after they were out I had a license plate and registration in my mailbox. Just a week after that I had a title in hand. Time to tear down that engine and rebuild for Spring. Lower cylinder gasket is leaking...
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    1980 Bobber Build on Mr. Lucky's Frame

    Well, a couple of officers from the Illinois Secretary of State Police showed up yesterday afternoon, did my inspection (which I passed) and stamped a VIN into the neck of the frame. :thumbsup: The one officer said at first glance "Well, this isn't your first rodeo." When I told him this was...
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    1980 Bobber Build on Mr. Lucky's Frame

    Thanks, Paul. I appreciate the compliments and taking the time to read through my ramblings. ;) Kent
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    1980 Bobber Build on Mr. Lucky's Frame

    Thanks a lot for the compliments! On a side note, after months of waiting and back and forth with the DMV, I finally have someone coming out this afternoon to do an inspection on the bike. Since it's a custom frame with a serial number (no VIN) it has to go through the Custom Vehicle Title...
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    1980 Bobber Build on Mr. Lucky's Frame

    Thanks, man! It's been a fun build and a great learning experience! Kent
  18. kvanderploeg

    October "build thread" nominations (previously Sept)

    Well, since we can self nominate. I'll throw my hat in the ring. http://www.xs650.com/forum/showthread.php?t=4237 A nearly two year learning experience and labor of love. In the end, it was therapy that I badly needed on some cold winter days. Kent
  19. kvanderploeg

    Ideas For Mounting Crankcase Breather

    Yeah, completely different concept. Even in those applications there is still a crankcase breather.
  20. kvanderploeg

    Ideas For Mounting Crankcase Breather

    Why would you want to block off your crankcase vent?
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