Complete Teardown

[commuterdude]

This Winter I'd like to take my GS completely down, have the frame powder coated, and then re build it.   I'd like to begin gathering up anything that might make the project go smoothly, any tips too.   I already have a nice place to work and a beer fridge and radio.   

The rebuild would be back to stock specs except for the front end which will definitely get progressive springs or dare I even dream it a Katana front end.

Any recommendations like tools or beer brands would be most appreciated.

[b_long_1]

Try Victory Hopdevil. It is one of my faves!

[The Buddha]

When you have the frame lying bare, get someone to weld in all the open crevices and nooks and crannies, so water wont get in there and collect and rust it out. Then grind it smooth and powdercoat it.
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[Copperhed51]

Hmmmmmm.  Trying to remember what I needed when I did mine.  Off the top of my head, you'll probably want to replace the bearings for the swingarm and any other bearings that are pressed into a frame part.  They definitely aren't suitable for use after you get your frame sandblasted and powdercoated.  I'd recommend lots of ziplock baggies  to put parts in and label.  A digital camera is pretty helpful.  During disassembly, take as many pictures from as many angles as you possibly can.  I didn't use too many of the ones I took, but there were a couple parts that I was very happy I had pictures of.  Might as well get the wheels powdercoated at the same time as the frame unless you're planning on keeping them their current color and it's in good shape.  I dunno, that's about all I can think of right now.  Good luck, it's really not too difficult.  I think I had mine back together in about 2 nights of working on it.

[2thExcavator]

Re-assemble with stainless hardware

[theUBS]

Yeah, my reply is totally about beer!    I also like the HopDevil...as I'm now sharing a sixer with the previous advisor of said beer.  BUT, winter time is all about sipping.  I would suggest you have some good stouts and porters on hand--something nice and hearty to keep you warm in the garage! Actually, not that I'm entirely biased toward the PA brewery, but Victory (brewer of HopDevil) has a fantastic imperial stout called Storm King that I have to buy essentially everytime I find it.  It's just special.  Don't be afraid to pick up some stuff from local microbrewers either.  They need our support!  If you find some more good stuff, let me know!  If you need more suggestions, I'll be pleased to give them!

Good luck with the tear down and rebuild!

[The Buddha]

You will ahve to have a tap kit handy when you start reassembly, the threads will come gooped up in powder. Cleaning it is the best. Yea new bearings, stainless hardware ... all good ideas.
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[dgyver]

You will ahve to have a tap kit handy when you start reassembly, the threads will come gooped up in powder. Cleaning it is the best. Yea new bearings, stainless hardware ... all good ideas.
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Buddha.

I first thought you were referring to beer...

[The Buddha]

Ha ha - good un D.
Anyway, the gooped up threads bugged the crap out of ken last year when we did my GS and my savage.
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[gmark]

dogfishhead midas touch or 90 min ipa

[commuterdude]

ahh good advice, I like a Yeungling or three, and up at my Pop's they have a wine store w/ every thing.  I get rash comments from my bro about a chic's beer, but there is a Belgium beer brewed from fruit, can't remember the name, that I like.

Like Mex beers too.   In fact the Bud Light w/ lime is sort of like a fake Corona, but at half the cost who cares.

[theUBS]

dogfishhead midas touch or 90 min ipa

+1 on Dogfish Head 90, or 60... or 120 if you can afford it... or Chickory Stout, and let's not forget Indian Brown Ale!  DFH makes some pleasing stuff!

[theUBS]

...if you're looking to be a cost cutter, don't take any of my brew suggestions!

[theUBS]

I get rash comments from my bro about a chic's beer, but there is a Belgium beer brewed from fruit, can't remember the name, that I like.

Lambic style, eh?  Not real crazy about that, but I do love some Belgian stuff too.  I'll always drink a Chimay.  Gotta love those monks.

[b_long_1]

DFH 120. Don't forget about the worldwide stout. That was amazing!

[lewismug]

[bassmechanicsz]

Butt Monkey Brew - Chimp Chiller Ale is always a good beer choice but hard to find atleast near me.

[Jackstand Johnny]

NEW CASTLE BROWN ALE!!! 

[DoD#i]

Samuel Smiths Oatmeal Stout.

Saranac black and tan, if on a budget.

Yuengling Porter, if they ship to where you are, regardless of budget (yet it's not expensive).

[ohgood]

Ha ha - good un D.
Anyway, the gooped up threads bugged the crap out of ken last year when we did my GS and my savage.
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Buddha.

screwing in a nylon screw/bolt for those holes means you still get a really nice finish, but no gunk on the threads.

beer ?

man, any beer is good. this could be your testing phase to weed out the real stinkers