WOW - Finally Done

[V-MAN]

I just got around to installing the new chrome calipers on the Valk. I have been admiring them for awhile now sitting in a box in the living-room! I just got all the new lines and fittings so now I just needed to find the time.

After re-building the calipers and tapping out all the threaded portions I hung them on the bike. I should have known things were going too easy :? I have been using a Mity Vac for years and it works perfect ... EXCEPT when you have a fresh caliper I found out!

I used the Mity Vac on the lines and had clear brake fluid and NO air at all. After finishing with the right side caliper I stood up and grabbed the brake lever - straight the the bar ... no resistance at all. :shock: I kind of stood there in disbelief. I had just bleed them down and had zero air. I got to thinking - when I do a master cylinder I always "bench bleed" it first because it saves so much time. I figured OK well I will try this method with the calipers and see what happens. I pulled the calipers back off the bike. I put a flat piece of AL stock I had between the brake pads and shot 20 PSI into the caliper with air compressor. It forced the pistons out furthur (just enough space for the rotor was left. I then took a straw with my finger on the top and transferred brake fluid into the caliper by hand. It took a lot of fluid this way! After filling them both by hand I put them back on the bike. I used the Mity Vac to clear the lines AGAIN :? When I finished up with the Mity Vac I checked the lever once again ... I had brakes now!

So if you have new calipers or master cylinder and new lines going on at the same time remember this story. Maybe it will save you some time or frustration!

Anyway here are a couple pictures of the "finished" project ... I stilll have to get a couple line clamps so I can loose the wirer tie I used!

http://www.v-man.org/images/Posting%20Folder/posting/Caliper1.jpg

http://www.v-man.org/images/Posting%20Folder/posting/Caliper2.jpg

[LaMonster]

That looks sweet Bro. :D

[V-MAN]

Thanks Lamont BUT it sure makes the fork's look BAD :roll: The polishing/chrome on forks will have to be a project for somebody else :? another time

[LaMonster]

Thanks Lamont BUT it sure makes the fork's look BAD :roll: The polishing/chrome on forks will have to be a project for somebody else :? another time
I was thinking the same thing but I wasen't going to say anything. ;)

[Dragbars]

Had my forks polished for $ 45 each.........and the chrome wheels came from what's his name for real cheap !!!!! :D

Looks good bro........ 8)

[V-MAN]

I was thinking the same thing but I wasen't going to say anything. ;)

:new: :yes: That's OK ... my skin in thicker then that! Especially when it's true :D


Had my forks polished for $ 45 each.........and the chrome wheels came from what's his name for real cheap !!!!! :D

Looks good bro........ 8)

Thanks Christian! For that kind of :money1: I would have them polished now :D - How about the name of "what's his name" :wink:

[Tank]

How about it Dragbars, my forks need polishing too, got a name? Phone # e-mail any to that stuff? :wink:

[Mosa]

Where'd ya get the lines and calipers? Also did you do the rears too or just the fronts??

my project just SCREAMS for chromed calipers and braided lines....

Mosa

[V-MAN]

Where'd ya get the lines and calipers? Also did you do the rears too or just the fronts??

my project just SCREAMS for chromed calipers and braided lines....

Mosa

Mosa

I sent out the calipers (front and rear) and all mounting hardware for the calipers to Chrome Masters. I used CM because the last chrome items I had done by Brown Plating (supposed to be the best) came back to me and looked :no1: The lines (all hydraulic) and fittings are Goodridge "universal" with whatever banjo fittings you choose for your application. Mine are 35 degree - I believe they have 45 and 90 degree fittings also. The speedo cable is Motion Pro (stock item so this was easy). I used Barnett for custom throttle cables - they were the only ones willing to make cables like I needed (supercharger). If you have stock lines on the bike now and are happy with the way they fit you can order the lines pre-made. For me I needed shorter lines then stock for everything EXCEPT rear brake line that is the reason for the universal route I took.

I have everything for the rear swap now but busy getting the bike ready for a show (left side will not be seen - brake side) this weekend so I won't take the time to install till next week. I have to go out now and dig the trailer out of the ice :cry: If you want more pics or more info you can e-mail here: don@v-man.org

[Whiz]

WOW, that is really Cool V Man, you have done a fantastic job on your bike!! Hope I get to ride with you again soon, Blessings, Whiz

[V-MAN]

Thanks Whiz :D It has been a long time, you going to make it to Washington for Rolling Thunder? I am going to try ... maybe I'll see you there. We need another BBQ like Groover threw a few years back :) (without the hurricane winds/rain though) :wink:

[Daniel Meyer]

Great look!

I am interested in your front fender...Got more pics? Information on the mod?

Thanks!

[V-MAN]

Great look!

I am interested in your front fender...Got more pics? Information on the mod?

Thanks!

Daniel

I will take a couple pictures of the fender and post here for you. The fender is a modified VTX fender ... I preferred a smoothe finish instead of the rivets on the stock so the bracket is welded on instead.