An enjoyable and relaxing watch, with a top notch result at the end. Rebuilt one of those myself forty years ago, and the head studs put up a much stiffer fight on removal than the ones on your motor did. Remember making some special lifting bars up so a pal and me could maneuver the engine back in the frame without damaging the paint, their one heavy lump..
That’s a great story! Crazy how little some things change. My friend and I did the same thing. Engine on a long metal pole and walked it through the frame. They’ve made bikes easier to work on since then, that’s for sure. And the studs weren’t too bad, but I had one almost lose the thread on install. Definitely a bit hairy, but it’s nice to know this engine is near bullet proof with studs, valve springs and rods.
Nice! One of the prettiest engines ever made. I had a '76 SS and really enjoyed it, put an 811 kit in it, some mild head work and a mild cam and it ran sweet, would pull 10K rpm easily. Long ago.
Great video I am looking these guys up! I have a 1976 cb750f that needs restoration. My local shop is booked for more then a year out. I'm sure this shop is too. I want all original but n.o.s. is ok and a few hp upgrades. 836 kit mild cam smoothbores electronic ignition. Updated battery. Hp clutch plates and chain and sprockets. Original or mint restorations go for $10,000.00
Hey there! I whole-heartedly recommend Cycle X. Ask for Ken and tell him I sent you. Many parts in this engine are from his shop, but they do full builds. I’m sure they’re busy as well, but it would be worth it. 836 kit and a mild cam sounds like a great reliable build, by the way! Best of luck.
Did you paint the cylinder head and all the fins? What type of paint did you use? Do you think I could do this to my CB350 with the engine put together still, pulled from the frame?
@@JacobBaldry You are correct in that assessment Jacob. I went from a 61mm bore to 71.25mm with -.045" off the head. The pistons are housed in my custom billet block that I have sold all over the world. You can take it out to 72 mm. No iron sleeves.......Nikasil lined cylinders with no air passages. A very stout piece. The head has the Kibblewhite 5mm valve conversion kit with my Stage 3 porting. Endless tweaks and exotic parts. If you go on the SOHC Forum look me up....I am always happy to share what I have learned working with these engines for over 40 years. BTW.....nice attention to detail on your build....I am glad to see young fellas involved with the CB....it will live on long after I'm gone.
@@mikerieck306 Hey, I thought your username looked familiar! You've been a huge help to me on this build, even if you didn't know it! :D I used the SOHC4 forum for a TON of help, often just googling and finding old threads, but I definitely know you're a legend over there and your comments have helped guide this project. Cheers!
Brilliant job young man. Great attention to detail.
The care and precision of this rebuild is top notch! Well done!
Nice work
An enjoyable and relaxing watch, with a top notch result at the end. Rebuilt one of those myself forty years ago, and the head studs put up a much stiffer fight on removal than the ones on your motor did.
Remember making some special lifting bars up so a pal and me could maneuver the engine back in the frame without damaging the paint, their one heavy lump..
That’s a great story! Crazy how little some things change. My friend and I did the same thing. Engine on a long metal pole and walked it through the frame. They’ve made bikes easier to work on since then, that’s for sure. And the studs weren’t too bad, but I had one almost lose the thread on install. Definitely a bit hairy, but it’s nice to know this engine is near bullet proof with studs, valve springs and rods.
Favorite engine rebuild video yet
Nice! One of the prettiest engines ever made. I had a '76 SS and really enjoyed it, put an 811 kit in it, some mild head work and a mild cam and it ran sweet, would pull 10K rpm easily. Long ago.
Preciate you sharing homie
great job
Thank you!
awesome! great quality, this is so cool!
Thank you so much!
Amazing video
Very nice job 👌
wow.
Great video I am looking these guys up! I have a 1976 cb750f that needs restoration. My local shop is booked for more then a year out. I'm sure this shop is too.
I want all original but n.o.s. is ok and a few hp upgrades. 836 kit mild cam smoothbores electronic ignition. Updated battery. Hp clutch plates and chain and sprockets.
Original or mint restorations go for $10,000.00
Hey there! I whole-heartedly recommend Cycle X. Ask for Ken and tell him I sent you. Many parts in this engine are from his shop, but they do full builds. I’m sure they’re busy as well, but it would be worth it. 836 kit and a mild cam sounds like a great reliable build, by the way! Best of luck.
Nice video, really like the finished polished look. (just one note, try not to wash the engine in the yard next time!)
Thank you! And you’re totally right. I’ve learned a lot about chemical/waste management since starting the build.
Did you paint the cylinder head and all the fins? What type of paint did you use? Do you think I could do this to my CB350 with the engine put together still, pulled from the frame?
Nice
Thank you, sir!
what cc did you bore it to?
71 750E. Built mine to 836cc. 3/4 race cam.
140mph On a rigid chopper frame.
Through the Starter away. No need, easy kick.
@@CarlAyers-x8h is 836 with 3/4 cam reliable?
What kind of power did u make? I'm looking to get a cb750 but I want to see if I can swap a cbr600 engine into it or build the 750
Haven’t dynoed it yet but I’m hoping for 70. If you want cbr600 power, this engine will never do it. Go with the CBR! It’ll be awesome!
@@JacobBaldry My 75 CB750F makes 107 normally aspirated, reliable RWHP....it is possible.😉
@@mikerieck306 at how many CCs with what CR? No way its a 750cc anymore.
@@JacobBaldry You are correct in that assessment Jacob. I went from a 61mm bore to 71.25mm with -.045" off the head. The pistons are housed in my custom billet block that I have sold all over the world. You can take it out to 72 mm. No iron sleeves.......Nikasil lined cylinders with no air passages. A very stout piece. The head has the Kibblewhite 5mm valve conversion kit with my Stage 3 porting. Endless tweaks and exotic parts. If you go on the SOHC Forum look me up....I am always happy to share what I have learned working with these engines for over 40 years. BTW.....nice attention to detail on your build....I am glad to see young fellas involved with the CB....it will live on long after I'm gone.
@@mikerieck306 Hey, I thought your username looked familiar! You've been a huge help to me on this build, even if you didn't know it! :D I used the SOHC4 forum for a TON of help, often just googling and finding old threads, but I definitely know you're a legend over there and your comments have helped guide this project. Cheers!
I wish I knew how to do all this stuff. My bike would be so much happier, and he's a hard to please demon