OMG haven't thought about the CA77 Dream in ages. Worked at a Honda Motorcycle shop in my youth and we sold a ton of these to the Shriner's chapter. All in red. They rode them in parades.
Please keep us posted on the tear down, parts finding and restoration. Got identical bike, in nearly identical condition, and it runs, from the barn next door from yours, right next to the '65 Corvair convertible 140 HP 4 speed! It was an "aircooled" barn find day!
I just picked up a 1966, black C78 Honda Dream! All mine needs is a little tidying up. The previous owner was in the middle of changing out the clutch plates. So just that, cleaning out the tank and a carb rebuild and then go from there.
Nice. Great score. The only thing I don’t love about those Dreams is the funky handlebars. If I was you I’d go back to black, as Amy Winehouse once sang. You’re doing that 67 CB77 in blue. Good to switch things up. : ) My 64 triumph TR6 is a twin with one carb. Makes tuning (and cleaning) so easy. It’s a peppy bike. I learned about carburetors on my 75 CB750 which has four carbs, so dealing with the one carb is so nice. I’d love to see you tackle a CB400, 500 or 550 at some point.
Keep On Wrenching I’d love to see what one of these looks like with a set of euro style or tracker bars on it, but there’s always something to be said for keeping it original, especially on a bike like that that’s all there. Circus-like was a good description.
I have 2 Honda Dreams, first is a 1960 C77 Dream, 1 of approximately 300 made with the "A" code VIN before changing over to the CA77 VIN, it is painted maroon which was a one year only color, bike looks like new. Won 2 Best of Shows and 1st place at last years Concours d' Elegance at Huntington Beach, CA. My other is a 1964 Dream CA77, bought from original owner of 56 years, still has original paint, also mint condition with 3500 miles.
Hello, I greet you from Nicaragua.... I have 4 Hondas dream c72 250cc, it is good to see your videos. Right now I'm starting to restore one of them. my first motorcycle was a 1964 honda dream it belonged to my dad
You are good at finding some gems. This one looks like it could just be cleaned up a bit and put back together. I love that you are working on different Honda’s and not just sticking to the 350’s. I love the 350’s, but it’s really neat to see these other bikes come back. Looking forward to this. KEEP ON WRENCHING!
Just found your sight. Started teardown of my 1967 CA 160. Twin with single carburetor. VIN #1000972. It is a 6 volt system. Purchased new in 1967 for $500. (I was fourteen when I purchased it.)
Even the chain surround looks in good shape. I don't think most survived the sixties. I was doing a mental inventory as you went around. The only thing I noticed you didn't mention is the key switch on the side of the headlight housing, I'm not sure how hard those are to source.
You're going to run into some trouble with that 12v light, I've been looking for one for almost 6 months now, all I ever find is the 6v, you may have to do a led conversion, my glass is cracked, so I just did a basic conversion, but once she's done you'll love her. So much fun and It gets alot of attention. I need to upload a new vid of how she is of mine, but I'm waiting on my exhaust to get here. Mine sat for 36 years before I touched her.
@@KeepOnWrenching one thing I forgot to mention is the gear thing, try rocking it back and forth as you try to change gears, if it feels solid like something is stopping the shifter there's a shifter stay behind the clutch that the screws can come loose and lock the shifter. It has happened to me. Just an FYI.
I got myself an almost identical 65’ I’m about to start trying to rebuild. Currently, I don’t care for a full restoration. As long as it runs and is legally safe haha
@@KeepOnWrenching any tips you have for a beginner? Like, I’ve ridden bikes before when I was younger (I’m 21), but I’ve never really done the repairs myself. This’ll be the first time I’ll be taking an engine apart, let alone trying to fix up an entire bike haha. I can kick it over and it doesn’t feel locked, and I also feel some compression. I was going to just take it apart and redo all the gaskets/seals, new timing chain, and depending on what’s broken (if there is anything) replace it or fix it.
@@KeepOnWrenching my grandfather picked it up in probably 1998-2000, it didn’t run when he got it and he never fixed it up so it sad in a shed my entire life. He recently passed, so I decided I wanted to fix it up. Semi because I’ve always wanted to have it and ride it, and also in a way, to honor his memory
How many miles on the bike? If it’s freed up you may be able to focus on the aesthetic things. Checking the cam chain tensioner condition is important. I go throw a ton of stuff in my super Hawk series and a lot of the vids in the 350 playlist relate to this bike too. Get a good manual! That is key.
@@KeepOnWrenching if i read it correct through the cloudy odometer lense, 5648.7 miles on it. The wiring is a rats nest though so that’s going to get replaced. Probably the reason my grandfather never fixed it
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OMG haven't thought about the CA77 Dream in ages. Worked at a Honda Motorcycle shop in my youth and we sold a ton of these to the Shriner's chapter. All in red. They rode them in parades.
Can’t wait to dive into the Dream. It’s in the dugout at least.
Please keep us posted on the tear down, parts finding and restoration. Got identical bike, in nearly identical condition, and it runs, from the barn next door from yours, right next to the '65 Corvair convertible 140 HP 4 speed! It was an "aircooled" barn find day!
This one was seized up…free now so it’s gonna be a project. It’s in line! Just need the time!
Crazy! Dude you're the Man
Just keep finding them. Need to start finishing them!
I just picked up a 1966, black C78 Honda Dream! All mine needs is a little tidying up. The previous owner was in the middle of changing out the clutch plates. So just that, cleaning out the tank and a carb rebuild and then go from there.
Go get it!! Cool bikes!
Such a beautiful bike, I need to get my hands on one of these
It’ll be a fun project.
I have a 1963 Honda Dream 305 for sale
Glad it went to a good home
Totally, man. So glad to have the opportunity!
@@KeepOnWrenchingFacebook ❤😊
Now that is soo cool lookin
Very cool looking bike for sure.
I see a Honda Dream and I want to paint it black. Paint it black. Congrats.
Leaning that way.
Leaning that way.
Nice bike Brian 😉
Right?!?!?!
Hay thanks Steve. We will all enjoy the build. And I'm sure it will be beautiful
Thanks, Richard!
Nice. Great score. The only thing I don’t love about those Dreams is the funky handlebars. If I was you I’d go back to black, as Amy Winehouse once sang. You’re doing that 67 CB77 in blue. Good to switch things up. : ) My 64 triumph TR6 is a twin with one carb. Makes tuning (and cleaning) so easy. It’s a peppy bike. I learned about carburetors on my 75 CB750 which has four carbs, so dealing with the one carb is so nice. I’d love to see you tackle a CB400, 500 or 550 at some point.
Yeah. I hear ya. Decisions, decisions.
Keep On Wrenching I’d love to see what one of these looks like with a set of euro style or tracker bars on it, but there’s always something to be said for keeping it original, especially on a bike like that that’s all there. Circus-like was a good description.
Gonna try keep this as original as possible for sure. I hear ya tho!
I’m PUMPED for you BVM! Cant wait to see this turned around.
Stoked!!
I have 2 Honda Dreams, first is a 1960 C77 Dream, 1 of approximately 300 made with the "A" code VIN before changing over to the CA77 VIN, it is painted maroon which was a one year only color, bike looks like new. Won 2 Best of Shows and 1st place at last years Concours d' Elegance at Huntington Beach, CA. My other is a 1964 Dream CA77, bought from original owner of 56 years, still has original paint, also mint condition with 3500 miles.
This is my first one. Excited to get to later this year. So much character.
Hello, I greet you from Nicaragua.... I have 4 Hondas dream c72 250cc, it is good to see your videos. Right now I'm starting to restore one of them. my first motorcycle was a 1964 honda dream it belonged to my dad
That sounds like an amazing project! Go get it!!
You are good at finding some gems. This one looks like it could just be cleaned up a bit and put back together. I love that you are working on different Honda’s and not just sticking to the 350’s. I love the 350’s, but it’s really neat to see these other bikes come back. Looking forward to this. KEEP ON WRENCHING!
Got lucky! This one is pretty clean for sure.
This will be an amazing restoration. Can't wait to follow the progress.
Thanks, man! It should be an interesting project. Love your channels!
Just found your sight. Started teardown of my 1967 CA 160. Twin with single carburetor.
VIN #1000972. It is a 6 volt system. Purchased new in 1967 for $500. (I was fourteen when I purchased it.)
6v huh? Hmmm. Didn’t know that. Thanks for the heads up.
An embarrassment of Honda riches!!!! Dream on!
Lol
you beat me to that one, I was talking to him
It’s still sitting here!
Even the chain surround looks in good shape. I don't think most survived the sixties. I was doing a mental inventory as you went around. The only thing I noticed you didn't mention is the key switch on the side of the headlight housing, I'm not sure how hard those are to source.
Let the searching begin!
You're going to run into some trouble with that 12v light, I've been looking for one for almost 6 months now, all I ever find is the 6v, you may have to do a led conversion, my glass is cracked, so I just did a basic conversion, but once she's done you'll love her. So much fun and It gets alot of attention. I need to upload a new vid of how she is of mine, but I'm waiting on my exhaust to get here. Mine sat for 36 years before I touched her.
I have the light. Not sure it works. Always something!
@@KeepOnWrenching one thing I forgot to mention is the gear thing, try rocking it back and forth as you try to change gears, if it feels solid like something is stopping the shifter there's a shifter stay behind the clutch that the screws can come loose and lock the shifter. It has happened to me. Just an FYI.
I got myself an almost identical 65’ I’m about to start trying to rebuild. Currently, I don’t care for a full restoration. As long as it runs and is legally safe haha
Good luck! Those are sweet bikes. I haven’t started this one yet.
@@KeepOnWrenching any tips you have for a beginner? Like, I’ve ridden bikes before when I was younger (I’m 21), but I’ve never really done the repairs myself. This’ll be the first time I’ll be taking an engine apart, let alone trying to fix up an entire bike haha.
I can kick it over and it doesn’t feel locked, and I also feel some compression. I was going to just take it apart and redo all the gaskets/seals, new timing chain, and depending on what’s broken (if there is anything) replace it or fix it.
@@KeepOnWrenching my grandfather picked it up in probably 1998-2000, it didn’t run when he got it and he never fixed it up so it sad in a shed my entire life. He recently passed, so I decided I wanted to fix it up. Semi because I’ve always wanted to have it and ride it, and also in a way, to honor his memory
How many miles on the bike? If it’s freed up you may be able to focus on the aesthetic things. Checking the cam chain tensioner condition is important. I go throw a ton of stuff in my super Hawk series and a lot of the vids in the 350 playlist relate to this bike too. Get a good manual! That is key.
@@KeepOnWrenching if i read it correct through the cloudy odometer lense, 5648.7 miles on it.
The wiring is a rats nest though so that’s going to get replaced. Probably the reason my grandfather never fixed it
When are you starting on this one?
Hopefully this fall!
Electric start ?
It does! Surprising.
You better get to looking for parts, they are getting harder every day, I am working on a 1963
It took me months to find an ignition and I paid through the roof. Definitely noticed that. This one looks mostly complete. Fingers crossed.