here we go again "the mule"

Davidj

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Where to start over again?

So I had a decently running 1976 Honda CJ360t this time last year. mostly all it was lacking was a nice seat. problem is that I thought it need some extra parts and paint so I started the project and then a couple months later got distracted and discourage and stopped. And here I am again picking it up again.

On the bright side most of the parts minus carbs have been purchased. shop is clean. parts were properly organized and stored. and time is plentiful. the motor was removed, cylinders were taken off for painting. There painting was unsuccessful though. lots of chips and just didn't look good. Right now the frame has the coils, shocks, and wiring harness in place. the wheels are together and in descent condition. tank is painted. I have a electronic ignition. shorting pipes with a butterfly valve to adjust back pressure. new clutch has been installed. sort of new pistons. new gaskets. a set of stock carbs. Pirelli tires. 16, 17, 18 tooth front sprockets. a couple different seats. lithium ion battery. new intake manifolds. hex bolts to replace regular bolts on the engine.

And now the big question. Where do I begin? I'm going to work on a list of objectives but if anyone has suggestions about where to start. ill appreciate any pointers or opinions. ill be uploading photos soon to kind of show where I stand
 
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Objectives:

Cut unused tabs from frames "side cover tabs, seat
reinforcement, passenger peg bars, seat hinges, etc.)

paint frame, at least touch up

strip and repaint/polish motor

clean up electrical work

get motor together and running. clean interior first

paint wheels

make seat or at least reupholster current seat

cant think of anything else right now. so I give it up to the DOT community. What First?
wheres a smart, logical place to start?
 
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