55 KHK... New addition to the stable

[Mike]

Nice work, Patrick. What color is that? I like it - looks great!
Mike

[EKHKHK56]

Nice work Patrick. She should be flying up the road soon. I was wondering about the valve springs as the short -32 spring is called for with the big cams. KH and KHK. Anyway hopefully no more hurdles. I couldn't resist an in line oil filter either. Made a small one from an alloy Pontiac timing cover/filter. Cheers Erik

[thefrenchowl]

Yes Erik,

Oil filter = std engine life x 10...

Color is 2 pack equivalent to Dulux Atlantic Blue, quite deep but not dark!!!

Patrick

[thefrenchowl]

Think it worked OK, one saved!!!

Will varnish it over later...



Patrick

[thefrenchowl]

All done and dusted... went for about 10 miles on it, needs fine adjustments on the carb, that's it... Brakes a bit feebles, time will tell...















Patrick

[Yard Dog]

Patrick,

Super job on the 55. I have really enjoyed watching this build come together. Where is the pub that will have the Ironheads on Saturday ? I am in London for several days from the States and would love to see it in person !

Jack

[thefrenchowl]

Hi all,

Went for a run on Friday and Andy took this shot where I work... Engine is very aggressive... Will have to tune carb to make it a bit more civilized... primary leak as well... hard to start 1st thing in the morning, then one kick is all that's required... The carb has a M53A Linkert disc, 9X... Might be the reason... I have another body with the std 9A disc, might swap soon if tuning don't improve!!! About 30 miles done on Saturday and Sunday... Tuned a bit but still not quite there...



Patrick

[55panman]

Patrick, what's the square electronics disc on the handlebar clamp? Is that a telltale tach or a speedo? If so what kind is it and how does it work? Thanks, Ron

[thefrenchowl]

Hi Panman,

Speedo, magnet on the rim, pickup unit behind bracket small bracket on right hand side...

Patrick

[55panman]

Patrick, who's the manufacturer and where do you get them? Is magnet epoxied on or sheet metal screws?