[Rick_in_P.A Wa.]

Ok here I am in Portland, standing outside having a smoke, the neighbor was asking me about the eliminator, one thing led to another then he said he had an old Kawasaki behind the garage, ~ears perked up~ we looked, I ask how much? he said , "hell if you actually want it its yours!", FREE!!!!!!!!!~~~~~~~~~~~~ a ONE OWNER 1979>? title may be an issue, not sure yet. KZ1000st SHAFTY Compleat and un-molested! am now off to get some seafoam......LOL

 

[A2rider]

Good for you! Looks like you have some work to do, but it will be worth it in the end.

 

[Bob R]

Now that is what I call a good neighbor - and I ain't talkin' State Farm!! Congrats - looks like you have some fun ahead!

 

[jbsmd]

Looks like that seat could use some duct tape!

 

[A2rider]

Seat will be the easy part.

 

[Rick_in_P.A Wa.]

well the engine isnt locked up, the starter clutch assy seems to be in good working order, the tank isnt in bad shape inside,..
needs: ALLOT of rubber replacement, carbs rebuilt, and the obvious seat.
BONUS~ he found the title.!

 

[A2rider]

Maybe your luck will rub off on me. I'm still very glad for you!

 

[gpzrider]

Rick, If you want a cheap seat cover, hit me with a PM and if you send me the seat cover that's on it I can disassemble it and make you a new one that you can put back on.

 

[skewterdewd]

What a great score. looks like it's pretty much all there too.
What a cool project!

 

[Rick_in_P.A Wa.]

Rick, If you want a cheap seat cover, hit me with a PM and if you send me the seat cover that's on it I can disassemble it and make you a new one that you can put back on.

the foam itself seems to just crumble at a touch. I will keep it in mind thanks

 

[likearock4x4]

Nice, Rick!!! You got a new project. Now go start a project thread and keep us informed. :wink:

 

[gpzrider]

the foam itself seems to just crumble at a touch. I will keep it in mind thanks

I've been looking for a good (cheap) source for foam. There is a place locally that sells foam, but mostly it's the more open cell kind that is used for couch cushions. Every once in a while they let me dig through their dumpster and I find some that is wrong for their uses but perfect for mine. But, out of 10-15 tries, I may only find a suitable piece once. At least when I do it's a 4'X8' sheet 6" thick.

 

[CheriAnn]

Alright!!! Poor bike....it's just waiting for someone like you to restore it!!!
I can't wait to watch the changes!!!!! Keep us updated!!!!

 

[Anonymous]

Cool stuff Rick. Congrats on the find.

 

[A2rider]

I've been looking for a good (cheap) source for foam. There is a place locally that sells foam, but mostly it's the more open cell kind that is used for couch cushions. Every once in a while they let me dig through their dumpster and I find some that is wrong for their uses but perfect for mine. But, out of 10-15 tries, I may only find a suitable piece once. At least when I do it's a 4'X8' sheet 6" thick.

We have an Army surplus store here that carries the good stuff in any size needed. Let me know if you need any, either one of you!

 

[Jeff.saunders]

a little wash and wax and it'll look like new...

The shaft drive bikes have a Mk II crank - they are the most sought after Z1/KZ crank. They have a 16 tooth center section and run 32 tooth cam sprockets.

 

[fretbuzz]

Ok here I am in Portland, standing outside having a smoke, the neighbor was asking me about the eliminator, one thing led to another then he said he had an old Kawasaki behind the garage, ~ears perked up~ we looked, I ask how much? he said , "hell if you actually want it its yours!", FREE!!!!!!!!!~~~~~~~~~~~~ a ONE OWNER 1979>? title may be an issue, not sure yet. KZ1000st SHAFTY Compleat and un-molested! am now off to get some seafoam......LOL

Congrats. Have fun.

 

[Dudester]

Congrats Rick. The cool factor here is that your neighbor will be able to see the bike as you restore it. BTW, I never had any doubt that Santa existed.
Happy for you Sir.

 

[kawah1c]

Congrats ! PLEASE find a stock seat for it...

 

[Tod]

Hory schmokes! :shock:

Some guys have all the luck. Congrats Rick! :tongue: