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Bchbound

Bchbound

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I picked up a CT70, born on date 12/70. I plan on restoring the bike. Looking forward to the wealth of knowledge here.

A question I have for starters is for the chrome parts, re-chrome or replace? Anybody know of a good place to send parts to be re-chromed? I already ordered an OEM exhaust and an OEM large heat shield for the exhaust. Still have to get the small, curved shield. I am in no hurry as I plan to handle this project over a couple of years.
 

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Welcome - nice example . CHP is a good site - helps to know where you’re located and similar nearby members may be a big help . Hope this helps
 
Great that should key up some members - I know of 1 that builds in that vicinity - FL - and he posts his builds here constantly .
As far as chroming - I try to remove rust with derusting chemicals but it’s time consuming and a fair bit of scrubbing and preening to end up with an original piece that is not new but it’s presentable . Or you can buy new which may be cheaper than sending out for chrome . The example would be a rear fender - still available relatively inexpensive .
As far as your exhaust CHP sells a complete with shields aftermarket or new . All your decision but the forum can help you gather some experience rather than you learning it by - I should have . So gather your thoughts and post them up .
 
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Great that should key up some members - I know of 1 that builds in that vicinity - FL - and he posts his builds here constantly .
As far as chroming - I try to remove rust with derusting chemicals but it’s time consuming and a fair bit of scrubbing and preening to end up with an original piece that is not new but it’s presentable . Or you can buy new which may be cheaper than sending out for chrome . The example would be a rear fender - still available relatively inexpensive .
As far as your exhaust CHP sells a complete with shields aftermarket or new . All your decision but the forum can help you gather some experience rather than you learning it by - I should have . So gather your thoughts and post them up .
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CHP is sold out on the exhaust. I found an OEM exhaust and main shield so far thanks to Old CT aka Patrick. Thanks for the info on re-chroming. I have learned before making errors by way of forums like this before. Most recently for a 1975 Honda 360T.
 
Do OEM fenders have part numbers on them? If not, how can you tell an OEM fender from a reproduction? I have a new fender that came with my bike, but I don't know if it is OEM. It's beautiful and fairly heavy.
 
Should clean up nice. A few other vendors are dratv and nevc. I prefer to stay away from chp unless it's a last resort. Just my preference.

OEM is typically denser with better quality materials used as well as better quality control.
 
Tripod said:
Should clean up nice. A few other vendors are dratv and nevc. I prefer to stay away from chp unless it's a last resort. Just my preference.

OEM is typically denser with better quality materials used as well as better quality control.
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Why avoid CHP? is it price or quality that you don't like?
 
Before I get started on the bike I plan on doing lots of research. The bike shows 4,700 miles on the speedo. The motor is leaking oil. I would classify the condition of the motor as worn and tired. I have yet to do a compression test as I don't have that equipment yet.

The 70cc Lifan with the 4 spd auto shift has caught my eye. Any input on this? Is it a good engine/tranny combo? ok? or Junk? I do not want to go to a larger displacement for my own reasons. This combo, with the correct harness would accomplish 4 things for me. New engine/tranny, 12v conversion, a 4 speed auto shift and a wiring harness that I will need anyway. I am not planning on a concourse restoration at this point. This bike will not be abused, and I don't want to go very fast. I am 65 and grandchildren are on the way, but none born yet.

I don't know what it would cost to have my original motor and transmission rebuilt assuming there is someone who would do that, but this replacement seems less costly.

I am guessing Honda does not make new engines, at least not that I found.

Still in the research phase,
Chris
 
Hey Chris I’m in Florida also,,( Jacksonville) I picked up a bike in worst condition then yours and did a “keep original paint” fix up to it …in my opinion I would keep yours the original paint and rebuild the original motor,,, again just my opinion….I never posted pics or did a thread on this site of the job I did but here’s some before and after pics. your paint looks to be better then mine so I think yours would look way better.. I’ve said this before but remember “ there only original paint once” and you can still buy the red headlight buckets from Honda...
 

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Hey Chris I’m in Florida also,,( Jacksonville) I picked up a bike in worst condition then yours and did a “keep original paint” fix up to it …in my opinion I would keep yours the original paint and rebuild the original motor,,, again just my opinion….I never posted pics or did a thread on this site of the job I did but here’s some before and after pics. your paint looks to be better then mine so I think yours would look way better.. I’ve said this before but remember “ there only original paint once” and you can still buy the red headlight buckets from Honda...
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I wish I could keep the original paint but someone drilled two holes, one between the D & A, the other right in the middle of the N , on the right side. I guess they mounted something at some point. Those holes will drive me nuts if I don’t get rid of them. The paint looks better in the pics than in person. Still in the planning and evaluating stage.
 
That's an easy fix for a welder. Take the battery tray and gas tank and even thje carb off and have a welder fill them! Red is easy to cover up with rattle can ruby red lacquer Duplicoler from Autozone. I painted a sandblasted K1 ct70 silver base and then the ''candy red'' with it in my back yard 8 years ago and still looks great to this day. Don't talk yourself out of doing the bike right. Just a little touch up afterward... Little dab of hwp101 silver base and as many coats of the candy lacquer red needed to match, with a Q Tip!🤣
 
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That's an easy fix for a welder. Take the battery tray and gas tank and even thje carb off and have a welder fill them! Red is easy to cover up with rattle can ruby red lacquer Duplicoler from Autozone. I painted a sandblasted K1 ct70 silver base and then the ''candy red'' with it in my back yard 8 years ago and still looks great to this day. Don't talk yourself out of doing the bike right. Just a little touch up afterward... Little dab of hwp101 silver base and as many coats of the candy lacquer red needed to match, with a Q Tip!🤣
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Thanks, I have nothing but time. Had not thought of having the holes welded. I like that suggestion.
 
Looking for lift ideas for after my engine tranny eval. I want to buy one before I need it.

I am thinking if I lift the bike by the center, I will be able to remove parts except for the engine. Can I lift the bike by the engine? or should I keep the skid plate on and lift by the skid plate? Any thoughts on this and recommendations are appreciated. If I lift it on it's wheels I won't be able to take the wheels off.

Space is limited for me so a full size MC lift would be overkill.

So far, I see these. I have a small dolly that can fit under the one without wheels:

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Chris,
 
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