VF1000F Project

I couldn't find my original thread so here it is.

A 1985 VF1000F followed me home and $625 is missing from my wallet. Had to sell one of my rifles since I wasn't allowed to buy it.

Started working on it last night.





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Can't get enough of them big V-4's!

 

List of projects to do on the bike:

1. Gas Tank - I've already pressure washed the inside and got rid of most of the rust with apple cider vinegar. I need to get a liner kit and finish it. I've also fixed the tiny dent with some bondo. Once that's done, then I can paint.
2. Chain & Sprockets - Need to be replaced.
3. Radiators - Need to get flushed and tested.
4. Clutch - Slave cylinder was leaking and peeled some paint off some parts.
5. Covers - Water Pump and Sprocket guard (and a few other parts) need to go to powder coat.
6. Body Panels - Need to touch up and paint mainly the chin as it has quite a bit of damage from the leaking clutch fluid and chips.
7. Forks & Sales - I'll need to replace the dust seals and main fork seals. I'll replace the fluid while I'm at it.
8. Fuel System - Needs to be flushed, a new fuel filter installed, and the carbs cleaned.
9. Tires - I may need new tires. I need to look closer at them.
10. Fluids / General Maintenance - Oil change, check the valve clearances, chain tensioners, brake / clutch fluids, and general cam health

The bike turned over when I bought it. I didn't want to try and start it with all the crap in the system. It sounded healthy and free. All in all, the bike is quite the catch for what I paid and overall condition.

 

An option for cleaning the tank:

"Milkstone Remover" found at some farm stores. I found it at Tractor Supply Store. Dilute with water, pour into tank. Dissolves rust!

http://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/dairyland-sterosol-milkstone-remover-acid-rinse-1-gal?cm_vc=-10005

We recovered a very badly rusted Ninja 250 tank with the stuff. Clean when done, did not even have to coat it.

 

Eh, I would line the tank anyways since you're stripping away all the treated surfaces. You'll end up with flash rusting otherwise.

I just ordered a Kreem kit a few minutes ago. LOL

 

Looks nice and a nice price. Keep us updated.

 

Thanks to Knight for finding the original thread ... I'll continue in this one ....

http://vfrworld.com/forums/showthread.php/49990-Jeff-s-1985-VF1000FF-Project

 

Looks good and looking forward to see the end results. I've just come back from a ride but it's windy in Calgary today!:blue:

 

I paid $200 for my VF500. All it needed was carb cleaning, folk seals replacing, new front pads and a steering baring.

 

Nice bike, enjoy it :- ))

 

Thanks! My '02 VFR800 is my sweet thang .... Checkout OH!_Anne-Marie's avatar ... mine is the silver one in the back.

 

Looks nice, I've always liked those colors...don't see that scheme that often.

I would run...not walk away from Kreem tank liner. The worst stuff to put in a tank. I can't count the failings I've read about and experienced first hand. I've used Casewell's tank line for years and will never use anything else on my tanks. It actually likes a bit of rust to bite to.

She looks in capable hands, keep the pics coming.