My RZ350 Project in Austin, TX

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Re: My RZ350 Project in Austin, TX

#46 Post by Zedixe13 » Fri Jul 06, 2018 3:18 pm

ZedSledder wrote:https://www.ebay.com/itm/Yamaha-rd-350- ... tCrufsbWjg

It included free DHL shipping.
I did have to pat a whopper of a tax and duties bill. came to 150$ cdn.
UPS , DHL and other courrier service are a bunch of crooks , always ask for USPS / Canada Post when buying in US .

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Re: My RZ350 Project in Austin, TX

#47 Post by mixalive » Wed Aug 01, 2018 9:46 pm

I painted my frame today. 76/24% blend of POR 2k Safety Red/Safety Yellow over Summit White Epoxy primer. I used a Qualspray QS-125WB Touch Up spray gun from http://homesteadfinishingproducts.com" using the 1.2mm nozzle tip. If you ever use that POR 2k, make sure you thin with 25% Xylene.
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RZ350 with FZ600 swingarm, FZR600 wheels, front end and FZR400 bodywork.

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Re: My RZ350 Project in Austin, TX

#48 Post by hondaror » Thu Aug 02, 2018 3:02 am

Saw that on the North American page. Looks great!
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Re: My RZ350 Project in Austin, TX

#49 Post by mixalive » Wed Aug 08, 2018 10:25 pm

Here are some more images after painting.
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Re: My RZ350 Project in Austin, TX

#50 Post by mixalive » Wed Aug 08, 2018 10:55 pm

Smoker wrote:
If he copied my frame design properly, the engine will fit in with the head installed. :smt023
The important part is to have a bend in the lower rail. I welded 2 pieces together at an angle. Can't tell from the pics, but the lower rail looks straight on this frame. I also welded the lower rails to the top of the swingarm pivot blocks on the frame for strength. The lower rails on this frame are above the blocks.
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Earlier in the thread, I posted this: And yes, the engine fits with the head on.
mixalive wrote:Fast forward to 2015, I began researching different frame bracing configurations. I chose a system of braces based on a 90 degree lattice configuration off this site.
Now, I am a pretty good mechanic and novice fabricator. But I am not a welder. So I am fabricating all my frame mods and tacking it up for an expert tig welder. Here is an image of the bracing. I used 7/8 OD X .065 wall 1020 DOM A513 Round Steel. Because of the contour of the frame, the lower bar shown is bent inward 15 degrees at 1L-3L.
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Re: My RZ350 Project in Austin, TX

#51 Post by mixalive » Fri Nov 09, 2018 4:59 pm

The only thing about the paint job is two of the numbers of the VIN are obscured by paint. I suppose I will need to remove the paint to better reveal the VIN. Any thoughts?
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Re: My RZ350 Project in Austin, TX

#52 Post by RuZty » Fri Nov 09, 2018 8:12 pm

The bike is already registered to you correct? I doubt you plan on selling it anytime soon after all this effort. Have you ever had anyone examine the VIN number on any vehicle? Why spoil nice paint.

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#53 Post by mixalive » Mon Dec 10, 2018 2:16 pm

Building the bike with a freshly painted frame. Rear Suspension
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Re: My RZ350 Project in Austin, TX

#54 Post by mixalive » Wed Dec 19, 2018 12:43 am

Continuing on. FZR600 front end. FZ600 swingarm. FZ400 side stand. Fox Twin Clicker
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Re: My RZ350 Project in Austin, TX

#55 Post by Questo vecchio rz » Wed Dec 19, 2018 1:26 am

That's a really nice project you are building. Years ago, like 25+ years ago I saw 2 custom RZs at the Laguna Seca GP, same owner had modified his frames almost exactly as yours. Since then theres been a dozen or so similar..evwn a couple here.
Overall your bikes gonna look great! Keep up the awesome work my friend
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Re: My RZ350 Project in Austin, TX

#56 Post by mixalive » Wed Dec 19, 2018 10:54 pm

Thanks
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Re: My RZ350 Project in Austin, TX

#57 Post by mixalive » Tue Jan 01, 2019 1:55 pm

Rebuilt the rear caliper, new rotor and Dot 3-4 brake fluid.
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Re: My RZ350 Project in Austin, TX

#58 Post by mixalive » Tue Jan 01, 2019 1:57 pm

Close up of the RH Rear Sets.
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Re: My RZ350 Project in Austin, TX

#59 Post by mixalive » Tue Jan 01, 2019 1:59 pm

Modified Battery Box.
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Re: My RZ350 Project in Austin, TX

#60 Post by mixalive » Tue Jan 01, 2019 2:00 pm

Check out the plugs on the rear frame tubes.
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