Bare Bones Busa #5, Made My Own Control Cables !

[@moosecake30]

Great job but use flux so the solder flows, and make sure there is flux resin within the solder, not essential but deffo required if no further flux available! additinal flux will help it flow on this type of repair, do not blow the joint either, it induces air into the joint which makes it weak! to know if it soldered and flowed correctly check the wire at the end of the nipple where it enters the nipple, you should see the solder inside the weave! also clean any flux either additional or flux cored from any soldered joint, even after filing, flux will corrode the joint! done this myself before, super easy, great achievement!!

[@LS-uv9gg]

After 45+ years of riding/working on motorcycles, that is one of the last things I've never tried. The list is getting shorter, but I still get that "a little bit spooked" feeling with the things I have not yet put my hand to... Rebuild an engine? No sweat. Make braided steel brake hoses? No sweat. Make a new set of throttle cables? Aiiieee, Black Magic! What, are you nuts? Great video, as always!

[@Moonfleet41]

Ha ha, get stuck in mate.. it's easy enough.. just measure everything over and over before you cut it.!

[@datadogie]

My wee bike needed a new choke cable. Twice I tried to buy the right one, and twice I got the wrong ones. So I decided after seeing this video to lengthen mine, A trip to a bicycle shop and bought an inner gear cable. Had to file the nipple down a bit to make it fit. I use a sharp chisel to cut the short wrong cable in half. Gives a nice clean cut. Luckily I had a stainless steel tube the right size that slide over the outer cable and clued in place. I tried drilling the nipple on the other end and re-soldering, with no luck. Then I remembered another trick. I drilled a hole the right diameter and hacksawed a grove leading to it. Slipped the new wire in, then melted some solder into the hole. Let it cool, then split the wood open. Hey presto. A little tidy up with a file and good to go.

[@Moonfleet41]

Good job well done Donald, thanks for sharing.

[@dangerdavefreestyle]

i've made those myself too. motion pro was the only company i could find and they wanted a fortune. i took a nut, smoothed out all the threads, cut a slit in it, layed it on the vice, inserted the cable, then filled it with solder, knocked it out, filed it and sanded it smooth, tested it for strength....that sucker was spot on!!!

[@Moonfleet41]

Bang on mate, sounds like an awesome fix.. ill remember then.!

[@automajstorijediy]

i made myself two spare clutch cables,but i did not solder them. just welded it .cable ends i make from a 8mm bolt(part with no tread) make 2 mm hole for a cable,and just short time welded it.

[@willwye410]

Two tips I got from a classic bike workshop manager who’d been making cables since the ‘50s: Make (or buy) formers & hollow tip punches to bend the strands of cable back on to themselves into a mushroom shape = It’s far stronger than just flaring them apart (and really safety critical for drum brake cables!). And have a small pot of molten solder to dip the assembled nipple & cable end in = Its quicker & neater than a soldering iron when making up more than one cable.

[@Willsartjourney]

@willwye410 is the solder the same kind as used for electric wire ? or is it suposed to be something stronger ?

[@davidbenson5451]

Del, thanks again for a very clear and concise video. A few years ago I acquired an 02 Bandit 1200. Your videos have made it possible for me to keep this bike running and me on the road. It's videos like this one that will help me and others keep vintage bikes running long after the factory parts have run out. Thanks again. P.S. great to see you back in the shop and looking healthy.

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi David, how good to hear from you and thank you for your kind words, and you're right, in a world of throw away it's great to know that what we do has a real impact, and to keep older bikes on the road is what it's all about aye? Enjoy your projects and thanks for your support, I'm feeling stronger every day, but still taking it easy!

[@bushratbeachbum]

Love your style mate. If i had a quid for every time i heard "wouldn't it be easier to" "im sure blah sells something like that" "seems like a lot of effort" Etc etc etc, id be very rich. But im comfortable as i save a fortune not employing the myriad of suggested people and avoiding doing everything the same as everyone else. Building an apple scratter and a centrifuge, harvested a couple of treadmill motors to run them, been told 1 i can't use them, 2 ill blow them up, 3 it's not safe, 4 why bother, just buy them (seen the price of a decent centrifuge recently?!!) (not many scratter mills available in sw WA), 5 you're just tight fisted, 6 any number of encouraging digs you care to mention! Haha!! Guess who is it who gets the call when things break that can't be easily replaced or odd things need building? Being self sufficient isn't just growing spuds. Nice one fella. Hope you're both groovin and happy

[@Moonfleet41]

Exactly mate.. there is always a "Product" for every quid you earn aye.. ive had exactly the same messages all the time."why not just book it in"..."just get a 3D printer and you can leave it to make itself and go do something more important"... so many lazy outlooks aye mate, where will hand skills be in 40 years time..

[@MrOutOfTheVoid]

Brought back some memories. Made a custom cable years ago for my ATC250R when I installed a carburetor from a motorcycle (jetted appropriately of course). Been a long time though, VERY long time...mid/late 80's. Good skill to know and have IMO. Cheers

[@markwitham6784]

That cheeky grin as ya sitting on that bike.....🤣 Like ya just won another gold medal for England. Gold..

[@Moonfleet41]

Hey Mark, bless you Sir, it's always lovely to hear from you... stay safe and ride safe!

[@renzovc]

Great video brother !!!! awesome work ! is saturday morning here in new york around 10am, im just enjoying some black coffee before i head out to my garage and watching this video motivates me to do my best !!! thank you brother !! stay safe guys cheers from new york!!!!

[@Moonfleet41]

Hey Renzo.. great to hear form you Brother, and i am honoured that the videos can inspire you to get into it.. have fun and enjoy your weekend, and keep safe both of you.. D&Pxx

[@grosbeakmc]

Great job, Del. Nice video, both of you! I'll reiterate that your camera work, sound, presentation and editing are top notch. Thanks for all the work you put into these episodes!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you John, that's so kind, it is a full day filming and another full day editing, so each production is maybe 15+ hours.. so it's wonderful to know that it's appreciated.

[@MACK13]

Work of Art... Precise, Professional, Perfection - thanks for taking the time to film and share. Mack and Maggie, Huddersfield

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Mack & Maggie, that's very kind, am glad you enjoyed it.

[@enduromotorradtouren]

I like your attiitude, Del. "That's fun, let's have a go." DIY instead of pimping up a christmas tree with ready-to-fit parts. Thumbs up, Günter from Nürnberg/Germany

[@Tombstones-Cycles]

You forgot the most important part in that. Lube your cables! :D ;)

[@UnDerDog-t7v]

Those Slinky Glide cables already have a Teflon coating so I believe they don’t need lube.

[@vidvidbiker]

Nice job. You'd get nervy when making up a front drum brake cable - it has to be spot on!

[@Moonfleet41]

The brake cable kits are a lot beefier, and i guess you'd certainly need to test it properly before you used it in action aye!

[@loddude5706]

Ah, the 'Busa Sod-the-street Fighter' - straight bars for the optic rack & pop-out knobblies for field-proof get-aways . . Good stuff Bowden cable, saved many a pneumatic cake stand from embarrassment; & dry cleaning wise, remote firing of multiple eclair tubes is now considered an absolute must . . . but you knew all that anyway. Even though the ever changing mood of social niceties can de-cake the best of us. Resist, consume & re-bake : ) xx

[@Moonfleet41]

A fine standard of mirth as ever Sir!

[@tazalitaylor4056]

Thanks Del always good to refresh how its done properly .....as a nine year old kid i made cables for my Norman Nippy from Lawn Mower scrap yard & don't forget to grease ya nipples ,,,also i made a rear sprocket with a hand saw & drill & Rattail file hours of fun in the shed ....Boy's Health tip : Non-Homogenised Milk = Healthy Heart etc Now days Most Milk is Homogenised unstated on label

[@wobblysauce]

Well done, yep it isn't hard.. but it is something you got to make sure the end wires are clean clean clean before you start.

[@Moonfleet41]

Sure thing mate, a simple hack for that, rather than any fancy chemicals, is something as common as electrical contact spray, strips away anything on the surface, a little stainless wire brush also helps!

[@harwoods11]

So long as the cables are cleaned and splayed into the barrel the solder should flow and hold. 👌

[@tylerbennetts8079]

Nice job indeed, I put tape over the cables when filing to stop the filings going down inbetween the cable and outer.

[@i600606i]

Definitely Busa needs some paintage, weldage and maybe even some scrimmage!! Bigger sister of Damage :)

[@Moonfleet41]

Now there's a thought!... happy days aye

[@andreVE4BK]

Excellent how-to vidéo as usual!… I use a Dremel to cut the various steel cables/tubing as I find it leaves a cleaner finish. Wemoto is just down the road from me, so will check them out for supplies. 👍👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Hey Andre, that's a good tip, thanks mate, a fine disc blade on a Dremel would be perfect...I burnt mine out some years ago and have never bothered to replace it... I do have an air die grinder which does the same thing, but getting it out and setting it all up isn't worth it for 3-4 cuts, specially when you're busy!

[@DavidM2002]

9:05 I would have splayed out the cable core so that the solder would have got inside the strands and created a bit of a wedge to make it more secure against pulling out. Well done video though; thank you.

[@daveco1270]

Looking good. The 2 seconds at 11:12 are my favorite part of the video for some reason.

[@crispinleslie]

‘Nannas Knickers’. You slay me sometimes 😂

[@MyINNOVAMotorcycling]

Del your channel is The Best Motorcycle Garage Channel on KZbin

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Sir, you are too kind.

[@user-tj3cf7se6h]

a Chuckle of Satisfaction by Del @ 11mins .40 sec's .

[@MrScififan]

Brilliant video as always. Question - did you use any specific type of solder to do this? (Lead free / leaded, etc..) I need to extend all my control cables on my FZS1000 due to fitting higher bars but for the life of me I've tried with an old original clutch cable and the solder simply won't stick to the cable. I've ordered a kit which has new cable and ptfe tubes but if I can't solder on the nipples I'm kinda stuffed lol

[@Moonfleet41]

I can't diagnose what you may be doing wrong there mate... but the most common issues are contamination, and not getting the cable wire hot enough to flow the solder..! if those two things are correct, it will work pretty much every time.!

[@MrScififan]

@@Moonfleet41 No worries - I suspect contamination may the issue as I wanted to experiment with an old cable, the new stuff shouldn't have anything on them so I'm hoping I'll have success when they arrive! Thanks again!

[@mclovin3298]

I’m having the same problem right now. It’s stressful. Did cleaning it help? Were you able to make it work?

[@MrScififan]

@@mclovin3298 Yes I got it to work but only with new cables. I ordered mine from Venhill with new nipples, and they soldered on without an issue

[@tonygriffiths2485]

Nice work. Never done that at all. Must have saved a good few quid too. Neatness ? No need when you are filing it down for smooth use profile anyway, a good amount of flux, splayed wire at the end and the solder flows to where it should. Enjoyed that a lot thanks :)

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Tony, glad you enjoyed it, i did too. It was very satisfying to take on a new skill ive never tried.

[@dalewintle8099]

Awsome job mate , much more satisfying doing it yourself , you can see the enjoyment you get out of this keep up the great vids Del 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Dale, and yes indeed, it's hugely satisfying to have done this myself.

[@haroldwiser2641]

Need a tool, make a tool. Need longer cables, make longer cables. Great job Del and nice camera work Penny!! 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Exactly Harold, made with my own two hands, and working fine.

[@mattmckee396]

This made my day. I just bought a similar kit and it suggests all these extra tools but you can do it with out them and they look just as strong thank you. Glad your back to videos

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you kindly sir, yes indeed, if you already have a half decent tool kit you can adapt to most things and get by.. good luck with yours, have fun and enjoy the journey.

[@ObsessiveCarDetailer]

Luckily I have never seen Nanny's knickers 🤣🤣

[@Moonfleet41]

Purely on wash day i assure you..!!

[@robertsykes6309]

Informative, and you made it look doable for anybody who wants to have a go. You are back!!!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Robert, it is very much a doable job at home, just a little practice with the soldering and you can get it strong enough for any job!

[@uk6928]

Hy Del, love your accurate work. It' s always a pleasure to watch your videos. They light up the awful rainy days in Germany. All the best for you and Penny.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks so much mate.. we're glad you enjoy what we do, and it's great to know you're watching from far away.. take care and keep safe aye. D&Px

[@loganalomar9919]

I had just finished this task on my build list as well! Being able to customize the length you need makes the bike that much more crisp for performance, as well as looks. Not hard either! 😎🤙🏽

[@Moonfleet41]

i agree mate, little touches make a better looking finished bike.

[@randykalish7558]

First time through I had to pause at 6:56 to give it a 👍

[@garethburningham9467]

Nice tidy looking job Del, looking forward to seeing what you're wiring.

[@outandaboutinoz]

Well done Del. Very satisfying.

[@k.c.maclachlan3227]

I've been told by my mentors that silver solder is required. It's one step below welding... very strong, peace of mind. I use oxyacetylene and my Dillon torch

[@francoism3356]

Great job! Nice to see you back healthy! I don't see much on the video but i' m affraid that was a cold solder on the last one (grey satin color)... Be careful! Take care!

[@rsbharley4766]

Excellent job Del, looking good mate. The fun of making cables lol. Penny and you have a relaxing weekend and stay safe. Cheers

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks, you too mate, keep safe and out of harm's way! D&Px

[@adrianbegbie1556]

Good to watch… 👍.. haha .. nanas knickers.. lol…,

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy.. Glad you enjoyed

[@jeff72_]

Nice tidy job Del, worked out a treat. Nana's knickers on the other hand though😆

[@Moonfleet41]

Has ha yeah, right old state it is all hanging out there.. ill be glad to get it all tucked away and hidden..some things should not be seen, and two of them are motorcycle wiring, and Nanna's knickers..!

[@garyhardman8369]

Hi Del and Penny. Finally got my new hip this morning, so writing this from my Hospital bed. Was done under an epidural, so was awake the whole time. Interesting experience. So I'll soon be looking for a project that I can complete, to get me back on the road.

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Gary, how lovely to hear from you, and we both wish you a speedy and full recovery... we were amazed you were watching from your hospital bed! And the idea of a project will give you something to focus on whilst you're in hospital, so take care and let us know how you're getting on, big hugs D&Px... oh and PS having had my little spell in hospital a couple of months ago, I know how hard it is to get any decent sleep, so try to rest and keep smiling... look forward to hearing from you soon mate ;-)

[@LGR_LGR_LGR]

You will never learn this working in any office,awsome 👍🏍

[@Moonfleet41]

Said that right!

[@crumblymal8479]

Cheers Del that looks so good I have just bought one to do my project bike as the cost of ordering from the states or whatever would be a whole lot more expensive : )

[@richardwhittle2302]

Nanny's Knickers haha😂. All clever stuff Del 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

I thought it was quite apt looking at the saggy mess hanging out the left hand side!

[@richardwhittle2302]

@@Moonfleet41 👍

[@arnybarmy]

Good to see you back in the saddle Del - Friday fun mate, excellent!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks fellah, glad to be back in the garage learning new skills and having some fun... have a great weekend and keep safe.

[@myz06rocks]

And here I didn’t even know you could buy these kits and make your own! 👌

[@Moonfleet41]

Yes indeed Sir.. kit has 5 yards of inner and outer cable, and plenty of fitting to make half a dozen cables... and all for £14..!

[@markb3180]

Well done Del, doing what you do best!

[@TechnMoto]

Nice job 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you kindly Sir. 👍

[@richardlindsey7112]

Did you use a silver solder or run of the mill electric solder?

[@byronand5]

Hi Mate, Your meticulous craftsmanship is like an art form... beautiful work. Also, setting-up all of the camera angles and closeups must take you hours to do for each video, plus hours more to do all of the editing. The finished video is excellent. Hope you're feeling great! Hi to Penny!

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Byron, great to hear from you, and yes you're absolutely right, each upload is 5-8hrs in the filming and often longer in post-production, so it's a couple of days to make each video... but if it gets recognised like this, then it's all worth it! We hope you're both keeping well and safe, and thank you for your kind words!

[@dogsnmotorcycles]

I've learned so much watching your channel over the years and I've, so far been able to do all of my own work. Don't have a lathe, but maybe someday... Anyway, best how to channel on youtube. Glad you're back.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you buddy, im really glad you enjoy the videos.

[@kenlizzio7096]

Got worried when the first tool you pulled out was “the universal adjuster” ha ha. Good job though👍

[@Moonfleet41]

All jobs start with a universal adjuster, you just have to find a way to include it in the job!

[@tonyjeffery3]

Nicely done Del, as always, love to you both.

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Tony.. good to hear form you sir, we hope you're keeping safe and well.. have good week and keep in touch.. D&Pxx

[@coloradokid1346]

That is really cool Del. I didn't know you could make your own cables. That's awesome

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, it was great to cut and solder these myself, another little job i can no do that will serve me in the future too..

[@cliffmatthews6577]

Brilliant again Del !

[@fveloso6720]

O C D Mr. Del love it ....take it easy and stay safe.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Sir... wishing you the same and have a blessed weekend.

[@andyjrichie6709]

Great effort Del , nice to make something yourself. Great video 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Andy 👍 i agree mate.

[@davidgriego8722]

Very cool. Had no idea they sold a kit for that.

[@paulharast1958]

Your soldering is perfect for you and that's all that matters 🤗 Happy Friday and Have A Wonderful Weekend Penny & You Del 😀😊

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, you too!

[@bubbles1863]

Never seen them made before thanks del 👍

[@shadowred1980]

Great job.

[@ericverwey2642]

Glad to see you are back ... Can't wait for the next busa video.. Looking forward

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate, lining them up, got some interesting stuff to come!

[@ericverwey2642]

@@Moonfleet41 can't wait to see what you have in store for us..😱💯

[@Carlo.]

Bravissimo!! 👏🏼👏🏼😎

[@DanCycles]

I wanted to see how you did the holes in the handlebars to use the handswitch

[@ingeebeltoft]

You clever man 😎

[@garya3056]

An amazing undertaking, Del. I’m certain it was extraordinarily satisfying when complete! At the end, you mentioned the possibility of not having lights? So, are you thinking this bike will be for track use? Or? Hope you and Penny have a great weekend there. (You have email.) Stay safe and continue your recovery journey! 🏍👍🏍

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Gary, i would love to take it on a track once it's done, but there are no specific plans to make it a track dedicated build.. i want it for the road, and have a few ideas to make it a bit different.. gonna let it evolve rather then plan it all too much.. see how it goes. Will check email later mate..D&Pxx

[@garya3056]

@@Moonfleet41 ok gotcha. Looking forward to it! Stay well. 😎

[@martindavies8326]

Nice job Del, would that method be strong enough for a clutch cable ? ⚙️🔩🔧🤔

[@Moonfleet41]

If you buy the clutch cable kit mate, and make a good job of soldering the ends on then yes, it'll be fine.!

[@martindavies8326]

@@Moonfleet41 cheers Del ⚙️🔩🔧👍

[@ivintheterrible]

Hello from Thrumster. Hope you are on the mend and keeping well.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate, yes i am indeed..

[@chrispayne1029]

Great job Del 👏👏👌🏻👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@Nifilheimur]

Soldering is oddly satisfying (=

[@robertrosson1990]

Really good video.Very informative.Thanks for sharing.

[@michaellizbrown1865]

Quick question: What soldering Iron were you using (rating etc) as this is the key to getting the nipple and cable hot enough for solder to flow properly with no "dry" joints?

[@Moonfleet41]

Quite right mate, heat is the key.. i use a Vintage Weller 8200 Heavy Duty soldering gun !

[@leighmarshman5575]

Not letting you near any pipework 😂 😂 Ummm not sure on nanny’s knickers bud 🤢 stay safe bud aye

[@upnorthviking823]

Great job! If i can add something. Negative people can become positive,there is a reason behind it.

[@BrookyGSA]

Nice Job Del, bet you saved a few quid making your own, looked quite fun did that, well done.

[@Moonfleet41]

Yes I did mate, and the skills learned at the same time are priceless aye.!

[@SurreyRider]

Well done Del looks great and you made it yourself as long as its strong and lasts the test of time it doesn't need to be a work of art. All the best to you both SR

[@Moonfleet41]

My sentiments exactly mate.. Hope you're both keeping safe and well, have a great weekend aye mate..!

[@richardplantagenet8090]

Kept expecting you to stab your own hand with the pointy file.

[@Moonfleet41]

Ha ha, managed to avoid that thankfully.. !

[@UnDerDog-t7v]

Nice job Del. You make it look so easy that I feel like a bit of a twat for not getting mine to hold. But I’m going to give it another go as I’m adamant I’ll get it right.

[@Moonfleet41]

Sure thing Mark, it can be tricky, if you're using lead based, or lead free contact, solder for electrical terminals, that is a little weak for the job, but if you try silver solder, it's way stronger... it does have a higher melting point, so you'll need a soldering gun with a but of oomph to heat the nipple and the cable enough to melt the silver solder, but when you do, then you'll get a rock solid joint... you can buy it online mate! And make sure you clean everything chemically first... electrical contact cleaner is a really good option.

[@UnDerDog-t7v]

@@Moonfleet41 Thanks Del, I did notice you used a stronger soldering iron, but the silver solder is a big tip. Thanks and I really like what you are doing with the Busa.

[@Steve--RR666]

Excellent great to see you back and healthy Del !

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Steve.. getting stronger every day mate.

[@rickbrown7067]

Another awesome Job. Hope you are feeling better, take care!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Richard, i am indeed, certainly on the mend now.

[@stevelong6358]

Nice job del. ive been makeing my cables for years...

[@deangentles4966]

Hi Del good job I have never seen my Nannys knickers but I will take your word on it looking forward to seeing the movement of your nannys loom Nice cam work Penny xx

[@Moonfleet41]

Wise move brother, it is not a pretty sight or something you want to see, it can never be 'unseen'! Thanks for your kind words and have a great weekend.

[@colfergusson4242]

Nice one mate, have spare left over will always come in handy to, had a few cables give up the ghost late on a Friday over the years then yer stuck, not anymore ehh, did the solder have a flux in it!

[@Moonfleet41]

Yes Col, lots of spare, the kit comes with over 5 meters of inner and outer cables, and there are enough fittings to make a fair few cables.. they also ake an emergency roadside repair kit with screw in fittings to get you home, comes in a hande little screw cap tub and will tuck under a seat or even in your pocket..!

[@TrulyUniqueOne]

Del how you measure the cables?? Just bought a domino qa throttle for my gsxr and have no idea how to measure the cables as it's a universal kit

[@merquisonmototardivo5806]

Realmente espetacular parabéns

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you for your kind words.

[@spencerchapman1873]

Top job del its always nice making it instead of buying it 👌

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Spencer, i think so too.

[@danparsonage3884]

Fair play, good job well done mate.

[@springy-2112]

Just like the old days brother ! great job ..and careful mentioning nan's knickers . You know there's no love lost with Aunt Maude or dare I say (great Aunt) Maude ! those sisters eh? why can't they just get along ? 😉 Peace and love brother 👍🏻☮❤

[@Moonfleet41]

Bloody Tea in laptop again now dammit.. just imagining Nanna and Maude going at it like they did and uncle Stan's funeral over the Wedgwood..Not a happy sight, peppermints and tissues everywhere, the Vicar said it took him a week to get the smell of Lavender and TCP out of the vestry carpet..!!!!! Peace Brother, and love from us both.. !

[@stevenmarry6845]

Del can I ask what solder you used on that? I see the ferrules are brass but even so generic electrical solder wouldnt be up to that? you'll get as far as a hard shoulder somewhere... did solder come in the kit?

[@Moonfleet41]

No mate, you'd struggle with contact solder... try using silver solder, needs to be heated a fair bit more but as you can see, it works, you could see the flux bubbling out of it as you fill the hole....flows nicely too.!

[@daveharrison3635]

Great video as usual ,slightly off tack have you ever stripped a fuel pump on the Suzuki GSX1400 so that the tea bag filter can be changed if so was it easy ,kind regards Dave

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Dave, fortunately mate I've never had cause to do one of those, but most of them are pretty simple and straightforward, even on Harleys, it's just a case of getting at the pump wherever it lives and then swopping the filter or screen for a new one... usually a decent service manual will walk you through it as it is a service procedure... good luck with it mate, hope that helps.

[@samgardiner771]

Neat work Del 😊

[@Moonfleet41]

Glad you liked it Sam, appreciate your support!

[@fmlapa]

Sorry about the stupid question, but is that solder like normal solder we would use for electric wires and circuit boards? It can't be, right?

[@Moonfleet41]

No it's not..! this is much stronger with a higher melting point.!

[@glowiever]

what a coincidence. my clutch cable is on its way to snap, my throttle cables are gritty and sticky, and the parts are considered rare in here (rural village). Considering making a quick fix but I'm mecanically inclined :p

[@Moonfleet41]

Good luck with it, hope you can get ti fixed, there will always be a satisfaction in doing these things yourself!

[@eyewetoddid]

Sweet !

[@MrAndyCarlos]

Is this solder the same we use in electronics components?

[@Moonfleet41]

No Andy, not the same stuff mate. !

[@MrAndyCarlos]

@@Moonfleet41 thanks.

[@michaelevans1658]

Nice job Dell , hope your recovering well.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate 👍, i certainly am.