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    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
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    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
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    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...
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    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...
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    British Columbia xs650 build

    some more... Brake stay; PMA, Starter Relay, etc; Kill switch;
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    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
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    So whats the best way to bore out 7/8" controls to 1"

    i usually use a dremel tool and a bit of patience....
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    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 !!!
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    British Columbia xs650 build

    Oil tank with coil inside, ignition switch, all post ignition fuses and perforated metal vents for air circulation
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    British Columbia xs650 build

    ok....starting reassemble finally.......
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    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...
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    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...
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    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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