Well, it's been since October.
I'm finally in a better spot financially, and will be able to quickly save up enough money to make some SERIOUS progress on this build. Time permitting, I aim to have this bike DONE by the official start of spring. Last year I timed properly for it's first ride, this year I want to make headway on it ASAP and be legal, and complete by spring. That being said, I need to focus on the motor first. Here's my plan:
Vapor blast the case parts and everything I can possibly send away to be thoroughly cleaned
Electronic ignition, no more points.
277 rephase.
Permanent alternator
Oil cooler(?) This one hasn't been thought about as much
New seals all around
Replace ALL hardware on motor aside from studs and maybe interior bolts and nuts.
New gaskets all around
New cam chain
New cam chain tensioner
One piece clutch push rod
Maybe finding some help with a new clutch basket (while I'm at it 8 disc conversion?)
Polish all covers
Two into one exhaust
(Re)overhaul carbs
What am I missing? Where should I start? What else can I do to make this thing top notch? (Motor-wise)
I wanted to really make sure the engine got built properly before worrying about the rest of the motorcycle.
Plan is to get motor done completely, mount it in the frame, put swingarm on and then figure out riding position from there. Buy new rear shocks, finally get some mag wheels, tidy up the front end with either new or rebuilt forks, and all the rest should fall graciously into place.
How am I doing? Just kinda thinking out loud here. Open to any and all suggestions and criticism