Recent content by Beachumb

Any leads on where to source a primary tensioner? I’ve been checking with Vince and Hyde and eBay.

Specifically inside the crankcase. Everything else can be reached with motor in frame I’m not as concerned about right now.

Received an email back from Vince and Hyde. Also found another thread with the write up on cb750 cam chain history and Vince and Hyde’s research etc. so on route to get those parts and the oiler. Still curious about other areas if anyone has leads on other threads or advice.

Head - sent in professionally rebuilt I have Cylinders/pistons/rings - new ready to install The lower cam chain guide had broke and the cam chainA wore through the sides of the channel in the front of the block. I’m looking for advice on what parts to use for cam chains, guides and...

Already am.

Shopping for new cyclinder block for 79 750f Curious if 79 750k block is compatible? Or a lead on where to get a decent block other than eBay.

Curious if theres another year/model cylinder block that’s compatible with 79 750f Does 79 750 k block work?

I wonder if they cut the seats too deep. I remember trying to put thinner shins in and not being able to get ANY clearance. As for cam chain, I was going to order a new cam chain from vintagecb750. They offer the extra link and a cam chain rivetor tool for sale as well. To avoid splitting...

Thanks for response. Sounds like I can keep the studs that are in there. Both can chains are there. Yes that is why I did not replace the chain, I learned after that you can pop a link, hook in a new chain to old and thread the new one in as you rotate the engine. I could hear the chain...

Hello all, new here. A little background. Been working/ripping my '79 750 F Super Sport for a couple years now. Its been very testing. I bought it stock with a bent and leaking valves. I started by rebuilding the top end and rebuilding the carb bank. I sent the head out where they...