In order to move this project on I have taken the nuclear option and applied to take the AF1 to Stafford in October as there is nothing like a deadline to create motivation!
First thing was to get the rear subframe and swingarm off and get them to the powder coaters. I hit a small hurdle in the fact I don't have the swing arm main pivot lock ring tool, but a screwdriver and hammer moved that. I removed the rear hub, rear shock then main swing arm pivot and then finally the swing arm.
With the swingarm off the chain sliders were removed and the lower one has broken, so replacements will need to be sourced, and the bearings removed for painting.
Taking the back end off and seeing the wheels also confirmed I need to look at getting these painted also.
Other progress: I ordered the decal kit of e-bay and started to clean a lot of the loose parts.
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| a few chips on the rim, meaning these need paining |
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| rear subframe ready for painting |
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| swingarm ready for painting |
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| cleaning up the rear of the engine case and frame mount |
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| rear shock and alloy rocker cleaned |
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