Or just a bit of shop paper, all you need is that little bit of length, as when you add things to the pole that bolt gets shorter and cant reach the nut.
DUDE! The embossed pads look fantastic! What a difference they make. So much more stylish than the factory rubber ones. And the seat? Forget about it! Your upholstery guy did amazing work and I can see why he's backed-up and busy! The bike is looking so good. Nicely done!
Thank you brother, I will take the compliments on behalf of the upholsterer because he's a shy and humble guy who doesn't shout about himself (and aren't they the best kind?), Hope you're both keeping safe and well over there, soon be summer time and we can get out for a ride!
You (NEVER) disappoint Del, especially when it comes to all the final little details on one of your rebuilds, got to admit that this is probably one of my favourite chapters of what you do, to see all your time and effort coming together in finishing what is now looking absolutely amazing. I take my 🎩 off to you for once again for giving us all your knowledge/expertise and entertaining us over the last 12 months, during what has been a difficult time for a lot of people due to the Coronavirus pandemic, THANK YOU !
Thanks Graham, glad you've enjoyed the process, not quite finished yet, but almost there... booked MOT for a week or so, so given me a target now... fingers crossed mate!
Oh, Lord, how much longer must I suffer!!!😫 I just wanna hear it run!!! I wanna hear that exhaust!!! I knew I should never have prayed for patience!!!😂😂😂 That seat is drop dead gorgeous!!! Superb job there. This bike is an absolute stunner!!!😍😍😍
WOW, thank you mate, and yeah, I know I want to hear it run too, ut always discipline myself with projects that the last day of any project is when you hit the button and ride it off in to the sun... just a few more snagging jobs to knock off, any project has irritating finishing work (believe it or not, the carbs have got to come back out for a new fuel hose as it's weeping petrol, and you can't fit it with them in place), but once she's all fluid tight and the coolant is in, she's off for a ride and some hooligan fly bys out in the countryside!
Nice tip Del with the bit of squashed tubing underneath the battery nut, nothing worse than trying to lift the nut up with a screwdriver while you get the bolt in.
Squished tubing! Game changer, as it eliminates the listening for the clink, clink clink, tic, tic, tic of a dropped nut. Then estimation of the direction it bounced across the garage floor. LOL It's looking awesome. Cheers
WOW!!! I'm not a Scrambler guy, but that bike looks amazing! Also, I LOVE the trick with the hose clip in the battery terminal. That's brilliant. Thanks again for teaching me ever more, my brother. All the best to Penny and yourself! Shiny side up!
Thank you brother, glad you approve, a bagger is still the coolest bike ever, but who wouldn't love to play 'catch me' on a bike like this?! And the battery trick is a given once you've lost one of those nuts down the back of the fender and it's vanished under the transmission, ask me how I know! Stay cool and keep shredding, let's catch up privately soon, been a long while since your visit, D&Px
Thank you Sam, having used the immaculate original factory seat, it still gives all the same comfort that the Legend is known for, but with a slightly more aggressive and 'shoulders forward' stance..! Really appreciate your kind support.
Cheers to you Del and Penny, the bike looks fantastic. Thanks for bringing us along for the ride... and thanks for the squished-tubing-battery-nut trick!
Brilliant job Del. Kevin remodelled the seat on my Harley Superlow as well as the one on my Sons Harley 48 and the guys is a real craftsman as well as a really nice guy.
Sure thing mate, I remember your video on leather care, wise words indeed, I've gone with vinyl on this one, it's beautiful qaulity vinyl and really comfortable, went with it because it's a little more durable and less 'needy' than leather for future owners... leather seats need a lot of care if they're not to age and decay... and you're right, Kev is amazing at his craft.
I’ve never seen those brilliant solder & heat shrink wiring connectors before so thank you for the best tip I’ve learned from this Thunderbird project. I hate doing DIY spliced joints & these would have saved so much time sourcing OEM connector blocks for all the bikes I work on. Wish I known about them years ago. Oh, and by the way, the bike looks bloody fantastic.
wow it just get's better stunning somebody is going to be one happy person when they get the chance to buy this bike .you certainly have a vision when building these bikes .and we are lucky enough to see the vision unfold in the process ! and that idea with the battery bolt fix with the tube so simple but very handy .
Thanks Tom, that's very kind, we start out with a vision of a finished bike, and try to work through it, keeping focused... which is why I jacked the rear suspension as the very first job, then shortened the rear mudguard which gave the complete finished stance, then I know the project will work, so the rest is just restoration... thanks for your kind words on the battery tip, simple and effective aye?!
That bike is just stunning, the touches I like are the tank pads and the brass highlights. I couldn't make out on the pass by or remember when you did it, but the screen in the drive guard would look nice with the same brass accent IMHO. Loved this build every step of the way, cheers!
Thank you mate👍, building a bike that is intended to be sold, does motivate you to steer away from saying 'that'll do'... and it makes you take the trouble to do the best job you can for the next owner!
😯....😍 I love the look Del. The seat looks incredible but the tank pads, they're just mint. So good to have the little details that no one else will have. Can't wait for a vid of you riding this one and photos in the sunshine.
Thanks Bert 👍, yes must admit, getting very keen to get out, just need that blue sky and sunshine, but it's coming soon, just a few jobs to do... appreciate your kind support mate, ride safe!
Holy crap Del! That is beautiful. It will be someone pride and joy. I hope you keep it and make it part of your stable. After all this work i could not let it go. Well done! Cheers mate! I raise a glass to your amazing work.
Thank you for your kind words Mike, I wish I could roll this one in to my lounge and park it. Sadly it will have to go to fund the next one... as they all do!
Now that’s a real knockout, Del! That seat is the perfect finishing touch. You’re nearly at the end of your best build ever in my humble opinion. Bravo! 🏍👍🏍
@@Moonfleet41 yessir thx. We’re doing the same. There are some cases of “breakthrough” infections going on however. These are folks that have been vaccinated and then subsequently get the virus. 😳. Makes you wonder.
Hi Paul, if you notice when I fitted the light, I put all the joints in that larger section of tube because it drops neatly beside the frame rail out of sight, and yes, you're right, if I'd staggered them, at least one of them would have ended up closer to the light and exposed out the back of the seat, this way they're all hidden and waterproof!
I dream of making a custom bike like you Del... And you're providing me with a lot of knowledge and inspiration to hopefully be able to do so one day! I can't tell you how much your videos make my day, keep doing what you do :)
How clever you are putting that small piece of hose under the battery terminal nut! I was fighting with it all the time. Thanks! Upholstery is nice! Just cut the excess length on tail light bolts.
You did it again! I never have the vision until the end. Right up to the paint color, I was skeptical. Then you tie it all together and it's great. ...And the seat and tank pads are fantastic! It's a keeper.
Thank you Jerry, sometimes it's hard when you're the only person with the end vision to keep people focused all the way through, so we appreciate your loyal support and your patience mate, this was the look intended when we started out!
Wow, great job with the seat. I'm pretty sure this bike is put together better and nicer than when it came out of the factory. Well done mate. Beautiful job
Amazing restoration with such attention to detail. Been following this build and couldn't wait to see the completed bike. Brilliant work, Del. Please do post a video with more pictures of the bike and what it looks like on the road.
Sure thing Aditya, I have a little more to do, rear indicators next, then fluids, and fire up!... once it has an MOT certificate, we'll take it out for a ride to the church where we start and finish every one of our projects... thanks you for your kind support along way, it's much appreciated.
Lovely job Del . Love a bit of custom upholstery . Those blooming battery nuts ! whoever thought that was a good design ? . Peace and love brother 👍🏻☮❤
Ayup buddy, yes indeed, today your task is to spend 1/2hr fishing a battery nut out from somewhere between the front of your swingarm and the back of your gearbox... 10 points for not swearing!
That upholstery work looks phenomenal and really sets that bike off right! Subtle complimenting details all over make this a stunner. Now... please hustle to turn it on! Lol.
Looking fantastic, Del! Those tank pads and seat are gorgeous and really go with the character of the bike! I cannot believe that this journey is almost over! Well done!
Thanks mate 👍, it's been a year, I've rolled the dice and booked the MOT already, first slot in a couple of week's time, so now I've got a deadline to work to!
This bike’s your best work yet. Not a ton of custom fabrication like on past projects, but that has allowed you to really focus on perfecting the details. I have to admit, I was a little skeptical when you first rolled this bike onto the lift and jacked up the rear end, but I have to say it’s come out a treat. Nice job.
Thank you for your approval, I had a vision for this bike when I saw it for sale, and I believe I've pretty much achieved it, just final finishing to do!
Thanks a ton mate, really proud of it at this point, just got a few details to button up, and irritating little backward step for next week, but soon have it fixed, and it'll be ready to go!
Fantastic video del the more bits you put on the bike it just looks better and better amazing job you have done. Stay safe looking forward to next video's 🇬🇧👍
Many thanks Shane, that's very kind of you to say, a lot more time and effort has gone in to this one than the Harley, but most of all, we've invested nearly twice as much in it as well, and we're glad that it shows!
i've only ever really finished one build of any significance but i remember sitting there looking for more parts to go on the bike at the end and it was only then that i realized i was done LOL
Sure thing brother, like I said a long time ago, best way to conduct any project is to break it down in to continuous mini projects and enjoy each one as a stand alone day, then suddenly you look up, and you're done!
Excellent Del, you’ve turned a dull looking triumph, into a true one off special, very tasteful done mate. Street flat tracker love it 😊 can’t wait to see it on the road, awesome mate 👌🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Man I did not even think about the rear light thing, i always just soldered the two wires together with no connectors. Funny thing is Im actually getting a 2016 H2 delivered today and have a fender eliminator kit im installing and would have done it my old fashioned way..Glad you came out with this today:)
Nice one Byron, the great thing with the solder crimps is that they give you the strengths and durability of a crimped joint, but being soldered as well, you get perfect connection... and they self heat shrink too! There's a link to them in the description, and good luck with your new bike!
You're nearly there Mate. The Seat looks the business & with the decals on the tank it really compliments it. I hope you keep this one & be proud of it.👍👋
Thanks Ian, the seat was a 'dice roll' to go for something a little more creative, as we went for colours that were a bit plain and classical, and yes, am very proud of the bike, but sadly won't be able to keep it, it's the only way of funding the next proper build!
Love it. Seat n tank pads look mint. That back light perfect size. Picked up on the idea of a bit of pipe under battery nut..everydays a skoolday still after 4 decades plus on bikes n builds. Its looking great mate.
Thanks buddy, glad the little tricks are still reaching an audience, it's that sort of thing that we set the channel up with 10yrs ago!... glad you like the upholstery, it was a bit of a gamble to go for something feisty, rather than just a plain seat!
said it before and no doubt i will say it again the vids you and your glamouros assitant Penny make such good and imformative vids so easy to follow and with some cracking tunes , i do miss the occastional guest q and a but understand in these strange times , Stay Safe my Freinds
Thanks Mike, blimey now you've mentioned it, I miss the guests too, it has been a strange ol' year aye? Glad you're enjoying the videos though, in this difficult times, we're trying keep the entertainment coming, keep well, D&Px
Oooh that does look nice. Lovely bit of innovation with the bit of fuel line under the battery nut. Often been flumoxed as to why the fucking thing won't screw in, then it does for no apparent reason, done my head in a few times that one. Simple and effective, no change there then, thanks :)
great video brother!!! wiring to me is so relaxing 👍, i know most people hate that lol. Also that trick on the battery terminal has saved me tons of time ! bike looks amazing 🤩 . stay safe guys cheers from new york 🥂🥂
That's a show winning restoration job. It looks stunning on the vid and must surely look even better in the metal. After all that inspiration and graft how can you contemplate selling it. Sell that dystopian inspired Busa and keep the Triumph 😀
Thanks Marc, those are very kind words, and very inspiring, sadly it will have to be sold and believe me, it will break my heart to see it go, I would love nothing more than to ride it for the summer and show it off at shows and events, even sitting on it, the riding position is awesome, but we can't fund the next project build without money, and it's all tied up in this bike, wanna build something more adventurous, maybe buy a newer bike to customise, and not constantly 20yr old classics that we have to spend half our time and money restoring decay and corrosion, I could then focus on more creative customisation... so while we wait for the right buyer to come along (once it's finished), I'm gonna take the Busa and give it a re-make, perhaps take it back down the streetfighter route with a twist! So lots to come mate, and thanks for your engagement in the Channel.
Here is a little trick. When you splice and reconnect cable harness it is much better to stagger the joints( an inch or so apart) this way you di not end up with a big lump in your harness.
I'm fully aware of that mate, if you look closely when I fitted the light to the bike, all the connections are housed in the thick sealed tube and mounted unobtrusively alongside the frame rail out of sight, if I had staggered them, then it would mean shortening the wires on the light unit placing the joints in sight out the back of the seat....it's all thought through !
Hi Del you were right the seat was worth waiting for. Its is visionary in keeping with the triumph and the pads look great with the union jack a nice touch mate
Thanks mate 👍, just passing on the simple tricks, how many times when you stack an extra tab on the battery for a tender, or something, can you then not reach with the thread! Those little square nuts always drop down too far... ;-0
Thanks mate 👍, busy old week, drawing towards the end of the project, trying to fit all the other little jobs in, but we're getting there slowly! Keep safe and well, have a good week yourself, D&Px
Thank you brother 👍, it's been a long road, and just over a year now since it was rolled on the bench, can't wait to fire it up for the first time and take it for a ride!
David Pring: Hi David, if you noticed, they were identical coloured wires, so which way would you wire them, obviously colour for colour right ? Turns out they were the other way round!... who'd have thought it, just a random fluke they used the same three colours, had they been totally different colours to the loom, as is more usual, then I'd have done a quick polarity test, that'll teach me to trust Chinese manufacturing ... swapped over now, all sorted!
