Spent most of July getting the XS650 sorted and road worthy (new tires, oil change etc.) and think the Norton was feeling neglected.
Dropped by my buddy’s dads place last week with the cases, barrels, crank, rods, and head.
We mic’d everything up and all parts are within spec. and standard bore. For having 22,000+ miles on the clock, the internals look very good.
All the parts were also run through his 30L ultrasonic cleaner. Ther are a few spots to touch up, but am overall very happy with how they turned out.
This said, I think that I am still going to get the head vapour blasted. Cases will be painted.
I just need to decide on the barrel colour. Because it is a 71’ and titled as 72’, I could go with either silver or black. Still on the fence.
Headed to the fabricator tomorrow to get the broken fin welded back on. He‘s a Harley guy, but comes recommended by one of the largest speciality aluminum welding shops in town.
We did not realize how dirty the head actually was. Upon pulling it out of the ultrasonic cleaner it was discovered that someone had already undertaken a fin repair (see highlighted dark area). Whoever it was, did a really nice job. You can only tell from the bottom.
Upon closer review it looks like one of the previous owners tried to loosen the head with a hammer and chisel. I can’t imagine using that much force to damage the bottom fins so extensively and leave chisel marks.
. Again great thread, thanks for posting.
