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Tech. Advice: Series 'B' / 'C' 500cc/1000cc Bikes
Fuel tank needs cleaning
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<blockquote data-quote="davidd" data-source="post: 96658" data-attributes="member: 1177"><p>Chris,</p><p></p><p>One of the problems I have had with newly painted tank is that they leak. It is often the case that there are leaks on the top of the tank. The leaks on the bottom have to be repaired, but the ones on top only show up if you fill the tank up. With the tank off don't be afraid to pour a little fuel in and then turn the tank so the fuel is pooled right under where the handlebars normally reside. I have welded quite a few that had been patched with body putty.</p><p></p><p>Your wheels should not be polished in the center if you put chrome on them. This is because they will be painted and striped in the centers. Also polishing the centers weakens the spoke holes by thinning them and the spokes will have a tendency to pull through. Make sure they are original rims if you wish to fix them. If they are not it is often easier to buy new rims that are painted and striped.</p><p></p><p>Original style wiring harnesses can also be purchased from Rhode Island Wiring. I had them copy an original Miller wiring harness and they do a nice job. </p><p></p><p><a href="http://www.riwire.com/" target="_blank">http://www.riwire.com/</a></p><p></p><p>I sent them an original Series D harness also and they have that listed, so make sure you order the Series C if you have an interest. It is in their foreign catalog as it is a US company.</p><p></p><p>Best of luck,</p><p></p><p>David</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="davidd, post: 96658, member: 1177"] Chris, One of the problems I have had with newly painted tank is that they leak. It is often the case that there are leaks on the top of the tank. The leaks on the bottom have to be repaired, but the ones on top only show up if you fill the tank up. With the tank off don't be afraid to pour a little fuel in and then turn the tank so the fuel is pooled right under where the handlebars normally reside. I have welded quite a few that had been patched with body putty. Your wheels should not be polished in the center if you put chrome on them. This is because they will be painted and striped in the centers. Also polishing the centers weakens the spoke holes by thinning them and the spokes will have a tendency to pull through. Make sure they are original rims if you wish to fix them. If they are not it is often easier to buy new rims that are painted and striped. Original style wiring harnesses can also be purchased from Rhode Island Wiring. I had them copy an original Miller wiring harness and they do a nice job. [URL]http://www.riwire.com/[/URL] I sent them an original Series D harness also and they have that listed, so make sure you order the Series C if you have an interest. It is in their foreign catalog as it is a US company. Best of luck, David [/QUOTE]
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