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  1. Derwood

    Installing new motor gaskets in CB550k

    I'm new to this and am curious as to what to do (or maybe not do) with my new gaskets prior to installing them. I have seen/heard that some folks prefer to coat the gaskets with some sort of anti seize and some folks suggest to not do anything. I can see the benefit of the anti seize, maybe...
  2. Derwood

    How to make an old motor new again?

    What is "VAPOR BLASTING"? Very curious to find this out.
  3. Derwood

    Damn! Another CX500

    That's awesome. We used to get in trouble for messing with the governors and bumping. Heck, rubbin' is racing! Now for the questions; -Where do you get your cables from. I would like to go with a little bit of bling and put some braided lines. -really like the headlight on the Cx. -What...
  4. Derwood

    Damn! Another CX500

    GREAT looking bike Kamn! I am a newbie at this. Just got started on a '78 CB550k. Seeing what you have done with this CX in the time that you had to work it makes me wonder if I could throw some questions at you regarding the tear down and rebirth of my CB. I live in AB (grew up in TO) and...
  5. Derwood

    Gasket removal

    So, as for the SODA blaster method. How can I go about this? I'm not a shop, just a dude with a garage and enough skills and balls to try to do this CR project. Do I need a blast cabinet?
  6. Derwood

    Gasket removal

    Looking for all advice on best method for removing old/baked on gaskets.
  7. Derwood

    Tank badge removal/replace '78 CB550

    How can this be done without damaging. Looking for all insight. Thanks in advance.
  8. Derwood

    NEW bolt kits?

    Thx sonic!
  9. Derwood

    NEW bolt kits?

    LOOKING FOR A RESOURCE FOR REPLACEMENT BOLTS FOR MY '78 CB550K ENGINE.
  10. Derwood

    What is this?

    Can anybody explain what this is?
  11. Derwood

    CB550 / '78. Engine removal

    Thanks dog! I will try that then.
  12. Derwood

    CB550 / '78. Engine removal

    Thanks for all the replies. I have removed all parts from the frame, cables and shifter/brake arms and disconnected all electrical wiring necessary. I actually have a factory service manual for the CB550 but I believe it's for any model up to '77 and of course mine is a '78. In the manual it...
  13. Derwood

    CB550 / '78. Engine removal

    Hello, I am trying to get my engine out of the frame so that I may replace all seals and service the valves etc. can anybody give a hint on how to get the engine out of the frame? I'm looking for dismount instructions specifically as i have already disconnected everything else and removed all...
  14. Derwood

    '78 CB550K wiring...

    Good stuff Okie. Thx.
  15. Derwood

    '78 CB550K wiring...

    I am new to the game and my '78 CB550 is showing signs of old wiring. Can anyone suggest a source for all new electrics for these bikes?
  16. Derwood

    FLEDA Tail Light System

    Has anybody tried using these on a CB? If so, where did you purchase?
  17. Derwood

    K&N pods for 78 CB550k

    I get it. Time to play around with it. My first CB.....ever. But not afraid to figure it out. Just looking to get any experienced knowledge that good people are willing to offer.
  18. Derwood

    CB550K - Should I re-jet the carbs after removing air box??

    All good advice and the wit to go with it! Awesome. The plan is to run with individual pods. I have aleady had the bike running sans air box and it runs well but does need some adjustment. What is the difference between cheap pods and not-cheap pods?
  19. Derwood

    CB550K - Should I re-jet the carbs after removing air box??

    Brand new to the game. Looking for advice on which jets need to be changed to which size after removing air-box. I plan on using the K&N pods. Thanks in advance!
  20. Derwood

    Motorcycle Carburetor Theory 101

    GULP!!!! That is a lot of info for this rookie. I will try to digest as I continue on my quest seek out the answer to which jets i need after removing the air box from my '78 CB550K.
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