XS 650 Pending Surgery

[Mailman]

Will need to source new product

I was able to find those push nuts at my local hardware store.

 

[Teddytootired]

Found this info on XS650 Direct
Not sure if it valid. Also if this is the place to post this question

Gas Tank Paint Mask Decals - XS1 - 1970-71
Product Id: 07-4648
Yamaha XS1 (1970-71) Gas Tank Paint Mask Decals (Stickers) Set/2. Stripes on this model were originally masked and painted. As on the original, the tank must have a white base under the green or gold. Mask is applied over the white base before the color is applied. These reproductions will add the finishing touch to your restoration. These decals are no longer available from the manufacturer. These are made in North America on the highest quality materials from companies such as 3M and Avery. All decals have a protective coating to resist scratching and to protect colors from UV rays and are adhesive backed for an easy application.

 

[Mailman]

You might enjoy reading this, it’s two pages, make sure you go through the second page, that’s where the beauty is!
http://www.xs650.com/threads/side-cover-trim-xs1-xs1b-xs2.51250/

 

[Teddytootired]

Thats one beautiful tank job from a spray can. IPA62 should be proud

 

[Teddytootired]

One step ahead. Got scallops and emblem of with no surprises. I think as I go I’ll clean and prep each piece for finishing a. Next is polish scallops, paint removal, and repair scratches and dings.

 

[Teddytootired]

Looks like got a gold mine in the barn

 

[gggGary]

Here's a better deal.
https://quadcities.craigslist.org/mpo/d/galesburg-1971-xs650-tank-and-side/7252689830.html

 

[Teddytootired]

Gary can you hold the item till the border opens and I’ll drive down and pick it up

 

[Teddytootired]

Need a little advise. The damper on the side covers that rest on the tool tray are very difficult to remove. On parts diagram they are referred as Damper Oil Tank PN 137-21778-00-00. I am not sure but guessing that it is a part used on previous 2 stroke models.
Need to soften up rubber as it’s hard and dry (like other parts). Google talks about wintergreen and rubbing alcohol found another product called rubber renew that is used by the printing industry for ink rollers. All are expensive.

 

[xjwmx]

^I wouldn't remove anything that didn't really need to be removed, but I have softened similar rubber parts with silicone spray. Put some on your finger and rub it on, or give it a quick shot. The more you use, the softer it will get. Looking up the part number to try and visualize it, I notice they are on ebay as nos parts

 

[Teddytootired]

^I wouldn't remove anything that didn't really need to be removed, but I have softened similar rubber parts with silicone spray. Put some on your finger and rub it on, or give it a quick shot. The more you use, the softer it will get. Looking up the part number to try and visualize it, I notice they are on ebay as nos parts

I will look on eBay. Thanks for your input. Sometimes the challenge is not worth it. Using a 3:1 mixture of rubbing alcohol to coconut oil and applying every 4 or so hours will see

 

[Teddytootired]

The part on eBay was for Kawasaki looks like perfect fit. Bought it. Got 3 soaking now with any luck I’ll recover one

I will look on eBay. Thanks for your input. Sometimes the challenge is not worth it. Using a 3:1 mixture of rubbing alcohol to coconut oil and applying every 4 or so hours will see

 

[Teddytootired]

Progress slow. Rubber dampers and grommets are going to be a struggle to try and save
Looks like this be a XS1F any body got any data on how many where made

 

[member28833]

For a few years now I've been treating all my rubber goodies with this Shea Butter which I found to use on my fingers. I fight off dermatitis. It just works so well on skin and is not a petroleum product that I use it on my XS.. even the carburetor diaphrams.
Reminds me that I'm almost out.
-R

 

[Teddytootired]

What I have read so far is wintergreen oil is the go to think. But Wooo expensive. Trying to find a product called rubber renue made in Canada. Amazon has it but 130$ per litre is a little rich. The ingredient that is in winter green is methyl salicylate and is part of their formula . Shea Butter is good for maintenance but rejuvenation is another thing

 

[member28833]

Here is another product of which its uses just keep on going. Liquid Rubber, dip the brush, paint or slather it on thin or thick. It it great for protecting electrical wires and fills in cracks on old rubber grommets and such, extending their useful life.

 

[gggGary]

Check the local health food stores they usually have small bottles of wintergreen.

 

[Teddytootired]

Check the local health food stores they usually have small bottles of wintergreen.

Yes but is also a little rich as well. Going to phone manufacturer MG chemicals next week and get a list of distributors

 

[Teddytootired]

Finally removed oil tank bumpers. Coconut oil and rubbing alcohol did a good enough job to remove the parts

 

[Teddytootired]

Next learning curve chrome and cad plating. Think this where the pocket books get hit. Been told and figured new is cheaper if you can find it the rechrome. Cad plating not so bad could do it yourself with a kit from Caswell. Found a place in Toronto that will due 50# of nuts and bolts for 200$