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Frank's Triumph 750 engine overhaul & resto-mod
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Frank, I need to get you one of my crankcase vent reed valves, it WILL make a difference in breathing and oil leaks...
Got a phone call from Frank yesterday. I'm standing by this thread to hear some news...
FrankDaTank
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Ok...Good News... I was able to get her running!!!
I Installed a temporary Gas tank (aluminum water bottle) that I had from my previous build. I did a rough wiring job, Just the basics to get her running.
I must have kicked it about 40 times and nothing( have about 20+ minutes of video), I had to double check all my wiring and tested to see if I had Spark... and NO, I did not.
Please note I am not running a battery, because I'm using the Sparx rectifier/regulator/battery eliminator box. Wiring looked ok, so just as I was about to call it a night, I decided to connect my sears battery charger into the wiring. tested for spark and yes I go spark... Installed the spark plug and on the second kick she turned on... For about 10 seconds, The Bike move in reverse and the charger got disconnected and she died. Then I noticed I forgot to turn on the camera... Darn. So I set it up again, this time with a piece of wood to stop her form rolling back. And here is the video of that event. Also note I forgot to open the fuel valve on the temporary tank, and yes need to adjust the idle speed
[video=youtube_share;y3T19ZeN_48]http://youtu.be/y3T19ZeN_48[/video]
Al though I am very happy I finally turned On, I till need to Figure out what is going on with my electrical.
I searched all over and could not find anyone with a Diagram using Sparx Battery eliminator and Sparx Electric Ignition. So I put together this diagram:
I Installed a temporary Gas tank (aluminum water bottle) that I had from my previous build. I did a rough wiring job, Just the basics to get her running.
I must have kicked it about 40 times and nothing( have about 20+ minutes of video), I had to double check all my wiring and tested to see if I had Spark... and NO, I did not.
Please note I am not running a battery, because I'm using the Sparx rectifier/regulator/battery eliminator box. Wiring looked ok, so just as I was about to call it a night, I decided to connect my sears battery charger into the wiring. tested for spark and yes I go spark... Installed the spark plug and on the second kick she turned on... For about 10 seconds, The Bike move in reverse and the charger got disconnected and she died. Then I noticed I forgot to turn on the camera... Darn. So I set it up again, this time with a piece of wood to stop her form rolling back. And here is the video of that event. Also note I forgot to open the fuel valve on the temporary tank, and yes need to adjust the idle speed
[video=youtube_share;y3T19ZeN_48]http://youtu.be/y3T19ZeN_48[/video]
Al though I am very happy I finally turned On, I till need to Figure out what is going on with my electrical.
I searched all over and could not find anyone with a Diagram using Sparx Battery eliminator and Sparx Electric Ignition. So I put together this diagram:
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Well done Frank...she's a runner. Sounds terrific. 
How was the oil return?
Would it stay running if you remove the charger after it starts?
Another major milestone crossed...
Would it stay running if you remove the charger after it starts?
Another major milestone crossed...
Congratulations, Frank. She sounds really good.
FrankDaTank
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Paul,
the oil started to return right away, provably helped that I kicked it so many time before it turn on.
The bike dies right away if I disconnect the Charger... Need to check the new Alternator, I plan to put a multi-meter on the Alternator wires to see how much Voltage(AC) its producing. if that's OK then its got to be the battery eliminator box, not sure how to test it.
the oil started to return right away, provably helped that I kicked it so many time before it turn on.
The bike dies right away if I disconnect the Charger... Need to check the new Alternator, I plan to put a multi-meter on the Alternator wires to see how much Voltage(AC) its producing. if that's OK then its got to be the battery eliminator box, not sure how to test it.
Re: Frank's Triumph 750 engine overhaul & resto-mod
I have a second black box on the shelf if you want to try swapping it out.
I have a second black box on the shelf if you want to try swapping it out.
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Great going Frank it sounds awesome 
I like the black on black. 
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FrankDaTank
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So 3 weeks ago I rough wired the Bike to get her started for the first time... I could only get her to fire up and kept her running only of I Hooked her up t my battery charger. I did some tests and determined that I was not getting any power out of the Alternator....
So finally yesterday I opened up the left side engine cover to see if there was anything the was obviously wrong.
And yes I found the problem, the wires were pinched by the cover, and are shorted.
Here I,m pointing at the area of the cover that pressed upon the wires, and shorted them.
Not sure if I can fix this or if I need to replace the stator. At least now I know what the problem is and that it can be resolved.
So finally yesterday I opened up the left side engine cover to see if there was anything the was obviously wrong.
And yes I found the problem, the wires were pinched by the cover, and are shorted.
Here I,m pointing at the area of the cover that pressed upon the wires, and shorted them.
Not sure if I can fix this or if I need to replace the stator. At least now I know what the problem is and that it can be resolved.
Sorry to hear about that bad break; but I'm glad you found the problem.
I've got a "no questions asked" return policy with JRC on Sparx stuff. Just bring it over when you can.
FrankDaTank
Member
Update, while we wait for the new alternator. I got the tank Painted.
At the last minute I decided on a paint scheme... I had the Tank painted here locally with satin black. I then shipped it to a Painter in New Brawnsfels, TX (mikeyspinstriping.com) to get a hand painted logo and some nice pinstriping on the top. A couple of emails and he was able to get my "Vision" for the Tank. I shipped it out on Wednesday, and today I got a text from him with Pics, I am extremely happy with the results cant wait to get it back from him next week, and see it on the bike.
At the last minute I decided on a paint scheme... I had the Tank painted here locally with satin black. I then shipped it to a Painter in New Brawnsfels, TX (mikeyspinstriping.com) to get a hand painted logo and some nice pinstriping on the top. A couple of emails and he was able to get my "Vision" for the Tank. I shipped it out on Wednesday, and today I got a text from him with Pics, I am extremely happy with the results cant wait to get it back from him next week, and see it on the bike.
That is great looking lettering and pin striping. Beautiful.
That is really well done, very COOL indeed
Frank, it's coming along great. Alternator will be here before the weekend; go ahead and remove the rotor (new one is not Sparx)
