Delboy's Garage, Fighter Build

With the scratch built seat panel finally done, Next.. Undertray.
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[@jamescramer3282]

Looking great Del, as I said before the format is so much better and having a coffee and 25 mins of Del time is brilliant. I am learning so much and when the winter comes the videos will be out again and my project will begin. Hope your both having a great weekend.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks James, glad you're enjoying... and yes, we are making the most of this great weather, we've done many miles, hope you are too! Chat soon, D&Px

[@jamesweber4938]

Its very satisfying to make something from scratch. Nicely done.

[@retrorestore]

You got the ring in the paint because you didn't seal in all the existing edges by priming before you applied the basecoat.

[@Moonfleet41]

Ran out of primer, ever ending materials aye? It will get blocked out with the top coat, if it was important now I'd have dealt with it... cheers buddy

[@retrorestore]

It's not that it wasn't important Del, it's that you made up some comment that wasn't true. If you don't know, just say bud as people who do know see straight through that sort of thing. I'm not disrespecting you bud but you do that sort of thing quite a lot. It spoils your otherwise great content.

[@bicky210]

retrorestore Oh hello Mr. Keyboard Warrior. 😂

[@retrorestore]

Not at all bud Just helping out a fellow KZbinr bud. Do your checks before you make a mis-informed comment like that. Instead of making stupid comments like that,Mr Nice Guy, Try and actually give something constructive back.

[@bicky210]

retrorestore and now you called me stupid. How constructive of you, you asswipe son of a bitch. 😂😂😂😂

[@marinmarkov5058]

I am loving the new format. You are going through a lot of work and i can not wait for the next video. From one side i want the bike to be finish....but from the other hand i do want more videos. I can only hope that after this project, there will be next one......

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Marin, there will indeed, we've got a really special project planned, but it's gonna take a little more negotiation , and planning, to get started so in the mean time, I have some time to finish this one !

[@ianshaw8501]

Looks like flight of the navigator! Top job

[@steven8-stones719]

Oooooh ur getting closer buddy!!!! Hurry before the summer runs away!!!

[@Moonfleet41]

Motor running midweek..!

[@steven8-stones719]

Sounds like. Date!!!

[@paulharast1958]

Awesome.... paint job looks fantastic..... have a great and wonderful weekend too and Penny and You ride safely.... I took my baby out today because it was not too hot.

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Paul, we had some time out on the bikes today, and it was too hot lol, but who cares, we don't often get this kind of weather, so it was too good to miss! Ride safe, and enjoy the sun, all the very best, D&Px

[@wmckin11]

(P) loving that despite saying you're rushing through, the standards are not dropping one bit. Looking great!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you buddy, we're cramming in as much progress as we can, and it really helps not to have to do so much editing! Take care, enjoy your tools!

[@JoeAndary]

It's great to see it evolve into a really cool bike.

[@jennylloyd1436]

Agee, new format has the right pace. Loving the build.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you, much appreciated!

[@eduardozanette3234]

top as always! It's every day learning more with you! Congratulations on the channel! I'm cleaning up my Bandit 1200 97 thanks to you!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Eduardo, you're very kind, and im glad we could reach out to you..

[@azizalmoosa8282]

Not long come across your channel, currently living/working overseas(from the UK) came to you via Bonneville search and now hooked watching the rest of your Vids. Trying to find one here(middle east) is like the proverbial rocking horse poo😂 Have to tip my hat to you fella, jumping in and giving things a go even if not your strength. Some paintwork tips: Guide coat before flatting your primer, the ring was caused by the solvents in the basecoat reacting to a layer of the paint that was incompatible(always seal with a high build primer). Gloss black would be better than silver, as it shows the defects better. Keep up the great work. P.S. Much prefer the new tail end, I couldn't see how the "toblerone" fitted in with the lines of the bike.

[@kevykev8347]

Nice Squeeze pull mate. That's a deep cut.

[@NoodlesR6]

Looks amazing! Well done and thank you for sharing.

[@stevenesq]

Terrific as always my friend really look forward to the up coming videos . All the best.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Steven, appreciate your continued support mate!

[@colinsharp1314]

Del it's looking great loving the new long video mate keep up the great work

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Colin, can't promise every video will be this long, or this much coverage, but we'll do our best !

[@DukeDyson]

Don't know how you SQUEEZE it all in buddy. Nice one :)

[@Moonfleet41]

Aha, i recon you'd be about the same age as me then..!!! I used to go out wiv a gurl, 'err name was Jooolie...! :-) Oh our musical heritage.

[@springy-2112]

Moonfleet41 Yeah yeah . 'S not fair!!

[@johnterriess]

That tail is awesome great job. #madenotbought

[@Moonfleet41]

True dat, scratch built from wire mesh and clay by these own fair hands !

[@scottfoster5900]

you do awesome work

[@MattSaysSmile]

I like the new format, hope it gives you both a little time off👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Matt.. we're still busy, but it does allow us to snatch a little time for ourselves now and again.. we went out for a cheeky ride after loading this up.. hot sunny anf sticky roads.. heaven..!!

[@MattSaysSmile]

Moonfleet41 great stuff, canna beat a nice stretch of sticky roads 😀👍

[@leejohnson2294]

love these video??? being forced to work from home i have them playing in the background. looking forward to see final product.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Hey that's looking fab now Del, good call I think to scrap the previous bulbous back end....

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, hope you didn't mind the cheeky reference, all in good fun, our roof couldn't take the weight of a gunship anyway ... we must make that plan for the cross vlog before the summer is out !

[@Cueballproductions1149]

you ve put some work into that bike del soon be finished all worth it got your patch from the lovley penny getting sewed to leather soon will wave the flag for you proud to after all the these videos and what ive learned from you least I can do keep rolling on del your going places ride safe

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, you're very kind... and thanks for rockin' the patch, its an honour to inspire you mate... D&Px

[@terryife8823]

That looks stunning Del.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Terry..

[@gncbyron]

Dude your a beast..Awesome work.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Byron, I like that !

[@charliefarlie6469]

At least you waited for the football to finish LOL . NICE ONE DEL

[@Moonfleet41]

Whouldn't day have loaded it a moment earlier..lol

[@raytokens2291]

That is looking sexy bruv. Morning del and penny. I have been watching the progress bit in 5 minute pieces. What with work and the misses being I'll I don't get the time at the moment. Had a good binge watch last night and this morning and I must say it's looking better than beforehand even with the old artpiece that was removed. The old tail section was nice but this one is even nicerer 😁. Loving the new format for the same reason as a lot of us are. We can see a lot more being done. Keep up the excellent work I'm looking forward to seeing it finished and on the road. Keep up the great work both of you and pat yourselves on the back. Sire I doff my cap to you. Ride safe bruv and enjoy this glorious weather. COME ON ENGLAND LET'S BRING IT HOME. Take it easy bruv and sista 🤙🤙🤘🤘

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Ray, appreciate your kind words, we are trying to make the videos more engaging and also make it easier for us to admin./edit too... glad you enjoy! Have a good week, and enoy the football on Weds night, roads quiet, best time for a ride lol !

[@craigh310]

Just a heads up Del. The MOT regs have changed and you can no longer have integrated indercators and brake light. Have a word with your MOT guy and just make sure. I have followed this build and I really want to see it on the road this year. So you may have to make a temp bracket to hold indercators and then revert back to the integrated. Best of luck and a amazing job. P.s. liking the new format. Would love more but we have lives and jobs so it's understandable. Amazing work as always 😁

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Craig, thanks buddy, not intending to put the indicators anywhere near the brake light, the brake and tail light are on their own in the rear there, and I've a cunning plan for the indicators! Thanks for the heads up though, it's always good to keep up with the rules... appreciated!

[@cyberjack]

looks really good :-) you so gifted at fabrication, and such a decent bloke too ..wish i had a dad like you, he learned me many things over years.. (nothing good i promise, not fishing for "Arrrr" crap ..just saying lol)

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, that's very kind and an honour to be considered as such, glad we can reach out and pass on a few things, I'm no expert at stuff, just like to be practical and use a bit of common sense! Take care, stay in touch, all the best, Del

[@martinwoodhead5685]

The amount of work you have put in while still working full time just blows me away..and has made me appreciate all the self build bikes I see a heck of a lot more.. really impressed with the commitment you give del. Thanks for the journey 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Martin, thats very kind of you mate.. its a labour of love, and has been a fantastic journey so far.. almost there, firing it up this week.. stay tuned and thanks again, .. Del.

[@rsbharley4766]

Great video Del. With lots of progress, really like that tail unit and that light is the business, you will be riding down the road on it before you know in that nice weather you're having over there. We need some of that weather over here in Oz. Penny and you have great Sunday. Cheers

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi mate, good to hear from you as always, what's this?? Australia not having lovely weather, perish the thought, I thought the sun shone every day there, but being England, don't worry, am sure we'll be back to rain and cold soon enough lol - thanks for your kind words buddy, always good to hear from you, D&Px

[@andybowie8590]

You're getting there and an un-cluttered rear end looks so much better than the usual bike rear but what are you going to do about indicators and a reg plate/light/reflector, basically all the crap required for an mot and 'police stop' free biking? Ps admire your patience when it comes to sanding down

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Andrew, keeping the indicators under wraps, got something cunning planned and it's not going in the tail, or on the swing arm! Will slip a plate between the undertray and the tail in that top line, I can use LED number plate screws and a stick on reflector to keep the bronze at bay! Thanks for your kind support buddy ...

[@mattstala1184]

I thought you were only doing vids on Wednesdays.....you sir have made my Saturday. p.s the bike is looking sweet as.

[@Moonfleet41]

Cheers buddy, the new format is one Weds and one at the weekend... could be Sat or Sun, just depends on work commitments, but 2 a week, instead of 3, at least that's the aim! Good to hear from you mate...

[@robbotes9165]

Looking great Del. I think the new format is working out. The tail section looks great with the new light. Looking forward to hearing her start up. Keep up the great work, cheers Rob

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Rob, thanks buddy, can't promise every episode will have this much progress, but gonna do my best to keep going! And will be starting it up in Weds video... well gonna attempt to, wish me luck, not been started for 10 months !

[@bearded_treesurgeon5399]

Del del del Iv been lovein wot you're doin with the fighter build the rear light the Speedo just all those lil touches are bits I love that makes the bike even more unique and has given me an idea for your self and I to work on something together in the future I will email you shortly with my plan and idea and see if your up for it ? Keep up the great content in the mean time pal love your new way of editing as well 👌

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, sounds intriguing, will keep an eye out for your email... thank you for your kind support!

[@andrewgostlow1567]

Loving the new format Del, better for us and better for you and Penny. Keep up the excellent progress.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Andrew, one step at a time aye?!

[@warrengray610]

Hi Dell, what do you have in mind regards a seal betwixt the undertray meets tail piece Super video caught a pink Floyd reference

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Warren.. im going to rethink that undertray, its going to be impossible to use that steel item without it ending up weighing too much... i have a few other plans, but with so many little jobs to knock off still, ill come back to it when i have a firm plan.. chain guard this weekend.. making it from scrap, and wanted to challenge myself to see if i could take it from scrap materials to a painted and finished (fitted) item in 6 hours.. did 3 hours last night after work, and doing three more this morning... then ill edit and upload the footage hopefully in time for this evening.. wish me luck..!!

[@philmulheran2390]

Getting there Del. Loved the fan positioned to take care of the overspray. Obvious - not to me !! Keep 'em coming

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, simple idea aye?? And it keeps the clouds of spray down in the garage ! Thanks for watching mate...

[@noname-gp6hk]

I had not tuned in for a while, just wanted to say that this new tail piece is beautiful. I did not like the old one at all, this one just fits the bike so nicely. Keep up the good work man, can't wait to see the finished result.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate, much appreciated!

[@MikeButler05]

Another great imformative vid , street fighter etc not my thing but enjoy and learn new ways of doing things ,well presented

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Mike, that's praise indeed coming from someone who's interest isn't streetfighters, appreciate that buddy!

[@prbh8751]

Omg that tail looks so beautiful 😍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you my friend, you are too kind !

[@___Ra_Ge___]

It begins.. The adrenalin starts to pump to youre boddy.. You want to start and drive but that one thing needs to be done 😉

[@Moonfleet41]

Sure thing buddy, gonna try and start it this week!

[@laikatravels]

The still shot from the rear before the vid starts looks great. Is the tail a little high on the right or is the light/shadow? Great vlogs as usual, cheers

[@Moonfleet41]

Light/shadow possibly, but it's not bolted down level, it was only 'thrown' on there, the whole panel sits on 4 rubber bungs, half a turn off the left, and half a turn on the right, and that would tilt it level ... not of it's permanently fitted, as it all has to come off this week for more work, hoping to start it up in the next video!

[@Cheiron72]

Absolute pleasure watching the progress Del and Penny. Thankyou

[@Moonfleet41]

You're most welcome Darren, and much appreciated!

[@ShmigleyWigglley]

That Ars end Mate is Top Top Notch. Just beautiful. Well Done...

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate, much appreciated!

[@BoxxZero]

Pretty great to see that tail finished and on the bike. Nice work! Have you thought about doing a quick summary of things you learned while making it, things you didn't think about before starting it, and perhaps things you would do differently if you were to make another one?

[@Moonfleet41]

That's a good thought buddy, perhaps something for the end of the project when it's finally all done !

[@repsolmaniac1427]

Great work once again Del, that afterburner style light is pure sexiness 🤘

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Buddy, Seeing your bike just gave me an idea.. "Repsol Paint".. but it is a Kawasaki so maybe it should be Rizla... lol!

[@KarlTheDingbat]

I like the new format mate, sadly it was starting to get a bit turgid, nice one :)

[@hartley383]

Love the look of the tail light, whats great is that ive never seen anything like it before, looks the dogs, nice one.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate, very kind, it's an honour to make something unique!

[@Nissankingcabute]

Hey off topic, I've just put new clip ons oh my rsvr I was hoping to pick your brain on how you ended up securing pr deleting the reservoir. PS I found your channel couple of months ago I live in New Zealand now but I used to live in Corfe Mullen and I enjoy watching your right out videos around my old stomping ground especially that one up merely Lane😉

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi buddy, the only time I've seen people delete reservoir, is either to use the old GP trick of a 3" clear tube in place of the reservoir with a plug in the end of it, or alternatively, switching over to a cast type where it's all in one solid, moulded, alloy block... hope that helps in some way buddy.... and what a small world, glad you enjoy enjoyed seeing your old home!!

[@Nissankingcabute]

Moonfleet41 love it thanks however makes me nostalgic for the old Blighty

[@colinwood1802]

Brilliant Dell,,, Kind regards ,,,

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Colin - really appreciate your kind support!

[@rambosskidlid2459]

Looks great mate,new format works perfectly too - keep up the fantastic work.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, glad you approve !

[@unclebuck4922]

Your work ethic and attention to detail is inspirational, it looks the dogs love spuds 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, love that term, I pledge to use it at least once a day !!

[@philliphanwell9057]

You can dry sand a lot of panel shops only dry sand check out the gunman on his you tube channel.

[@Moonfleet41]

It's not always possible to make full, in depth explanations of each thing, there are always exceptions of course, yes you can sand far finer papers on harder materials like 2k and fully cured clear coat, but this was soft filler primer and as you saw with the wire brush action I had to take, it was even clogging 80grit filler paper! Thanks for your input buddy, much appreciate the head up ...

[@allenhuling598]

Great work, Del! I've been busy for a while now, and behind on vids, but have to say that I like this tail-piece so much better that the first, and that light looks fantastic! I'll have to search back and find out what this new format is all about. ATB to you both!!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Allen, the new format is nothing sinister, just briefly put, we used to make 3 videos a week, usually 2 on the build and then something alternative on the Sunday, but the editing time for that was extremely heavy going , we've now changed to 2 videos a week, sometimes it'll be focused on the project, other times, alternative stuff, but we plan to put the same progress, and content, in to the few videos, so sometimes the videos might be physically longer, others time they'll be shorter in play time, but contain lots of progress, in short basically we're gonna get more done in less videos to cut down in editing time which as been keeping us out of the garage !

[@allenhuling598]

Thanks for the reply, Del, and AMEN to less editing time (more time for riding!) although I do love the quality of videos you two put out. Got a few hundred miles on the bike myself, this last week, but more importantly, taught my son to ride! :-)

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi again Allen, glad to hear that news, Dad's teaching sons is a right of passage... hope he enjoyed it, memories for his lifetime aye - ride safe both !

[@andriesvisser9659]

Its awesome and i like it im busy with my own streetfighther

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, that's very kind ... !

[@loddude5706]

Yeah, the new format is looking good - just needs a 'Pitstop of the Week' poster on the big cabinet door now & again : ) x

[@Moonfleet41]

I feel that suggesting that would meet with short and sudden violence from the management.. so maybe a nice calendar with some squirrels on would be safer..

[@loddude5706]

Hi Del, er, I was thinking more of a nice portrait shot of Penny's killer smile - to brighten up filming etc. - but hey bro, if naked rodents having their innocence exploited is more 'your thing', who am I to judge? : ) x

[@piersquarless7731]

looks banging so far bud, spedo on the side looks awesome to

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Piers, really appreciate your kind support, as ever, it's great to have you aboard !

[@nory826]

These long form videos are perfect. Thanks Del!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you buddy , glad it meets with approval !

[@marvinjobs2570]

Really good videos mate. Please keep them coming

[@RABLACKKNIGHTS]

Two pieces of angle iron to extend the vice width would help with that folding mate. I had that lesson at work last week.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, I thought of that at the time, am fresh out of angle iron, got two 6" pieces left, half the time, I'm always fighting a lack of equipment ! Thank you for the tip, I've tried it myself in the past and it works great !

[@RABLACKKNIGHTS]

Moonfleet41 Dude your content has helped me many many times and thank you for that

[@CrazycatRider]

nice handcraft

[@Liam_Bollocks]

I hate to be ‘that guy’ but the tail light doesn’t sit quite straight.... may not be a problem to you, but I just noticed it

[@jasperashworth7202]

Looking good del

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Jasper !

[@christopherdevries1969]

Craftsmanship 👍.

[@garrymuir1442]

Nice progress mate.

[@springy-2112]

And so it's my assumption , I'm really up the junction.!! Looking very asthetically pleasing brother !👍☮❤

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Brother.. i wrote that line just for you me old duck.. being as how you're old like me and remember our most embarrassing musical heritage.. can you imagine that being a hit today...lol!

[@Steve--RR666]

Looks Great Del Lovin the amount of work you are now getting done you are flying rhrough now

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank buddy, lots of criticism in the past about slow, repetitive videos, so hoping this answers that, a few less with a bit more in each !

[@Steve--RR666]

I loved every video You can't please everyone Del just do what you enjoy and what you feel is right. You did that from day one now look now many subscribers you have need I say more !

[@Moonfleet41]

Very true my friend, and by that I mean , you can never please everyone... in fact I often feel that some people don't want to be pleased by what they see, they want to find challenge in it and get fulfillment from contradicting and correcting, so to them we're happy to oblige too! Thanks for your support, it's very kind of you...

[@Steve--RR666]

No thanks to you Del I plucked up the courage after biking for 30 years and eventually did a oil change and changed brake fluid.... I thank you chuffed I managed to do it with yopur guidance

[@Moonfleet41]

Nice one mate, really makes me proud to hear that, it's an honour to inspire you Sir ! Drop us a line if you ever need a guide through something, always happy to help!

[@christopherbowers2264]

Have you decided on indicators.

[@Moonfleet41]

Yes Chris, i have a plan, they're not going in the tail.. all will be revealed, just sourcing the right product before i show them and fit them..

[@billynightmare]

Looking good!

[@grizzlyadams1039]

Looking 10 times better than before brother

[@Moonfleet41]

Cheers Grizz, appreciate that buddy, getting it done at last aye?!

[@grizzlyadams1039]

Moonfleet41 can't wait to see it out on the road

[@whatupg1]

first Vid I have seen of yours, As soon as the tank came off and on the table I recognised it being a Zx7r, Instant sub. Well done keep it up. ATB from Max, Sydney, Australia

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Max, thanks mate... appreciate your recognising it, there isn't much of the old body work left now, but still wanted it to be vaguely recognisable... welcome aboard !

[@hardy-xn1kq]

Please, don't stop!) Amazing job, my english is bad and I do not understand very well, but I've been watching you for 3 years or more...Have fun, ride safe!)

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you so much for your kind words my friend, its great to have such kind followers.. take care and enjoy your weekend.. Del.

[@Johny40Se7en]

I love that intro outro music, really nice. The tail looks so cool Delboy, very smart, well done. Now enjoy riding the lovely thing. One bit of thought with the under tray though, have two tidy sized nuts and boots holding it all on, just to be sure, and put them I laces that are not gonna be a pain in the ass to do up / undo. Great work as always.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate, all noted, there's lots to do still, and the devil is in the detail, as you know! Appreciate your support buddy...

[@alexanderpukhely7353]

At 13.50 i think that there is a very cool paintjob hiding 👌

[@tonymallia1940]

You have amazing patience.

[@WestCoastChomeur]

25:05 Look like HAL from 2001: A Space Odyssey ! ^^ Look really clean, im not sure for the exhaust, but i trust you to make a nice look !

[@Moonfleet41]

Ha ha, it does when its turned on..lol Thanks for your kind words buddy..

[@curlysmurf275]

i love your channel and love your bikes but please stop acting like you know everything, you can dry sand the whole proccess, evenn at polishing stages, 600 upwards it is usualy wet sanding but to wet sand at 240 is crazy. that said, keep up the good work dell

[@Moonfleet41]

Not for one moment buddy, I guess, like the rest of the creators out there, I should temper every statement I make with 'this is what I do, this works for me, you do what works for you', but so often I just forget and get on with it... you are right, I know you can sand hard paint, like 2k, or clear coat, with dry paper up to even 800 without clogging, but if you watch in the video, I had that yellow aluminum oxide paper and was having to wire brush it out every few minutes, I think that was evident and that was 120 grit.. this is super soft filler primer from a rattle can and it clogs for a past-time I should have made that point... sorry ! Thanks for the feedback buddy, appreciate your kind words, and your support, have a good weekend, Del

[@curlysmurf275]

Moonfleet41 a good tip in body shops is to use a fine grade Scotch pad to clean your papers, people often use their jeans but this can contaminate the paper. Have you looked into getting an orbital sander for the smoother faces, maybe using an interface pad aswell. For someone that doesn't do body work you've done a smashing job. I reckon with abit of practice you could do a good custom job by yourself. You've certainly got a good eye for it. Again, always love your videos, someone from the BBC should send you a blue Peter badge for sure

[@curlysmurf275]

Moonfleet41 you should do a cheap nasty mods video and get as many crappy items off ebay amazon or wish and jokingly test them out. I know alot of bikers on a budget would enjoy that. You can get cheap tint for lights, cheap grips, cheap indicators etc. Could make for a funny episode. My favourite so far was you two drinking painting flames, great fun.

[@Moonfleet41]

Hey buddy, thanks for your kind words... I actually learned the wire brush trick from my ol' man 30yrs ago for when the filler paper clogs up with primer... I do have an air fed DA sander, you may have seen it in some earlier videos, but it's 150mm pad and not a lot of use for this curvy panel, in fact that's what those brown circular sanding discs are for, they are the Velcro back type, and as I had a couple of packs of them I just used them for this on the foam blocks... also the airf fed DA sander is a bloody nightmare, it blows dust absolutely everywhere and you end up looking like a Homepride Flour Grader lol Just learning as I go mate, am trying to teach myself new skills, I don't care whether I'm brilliant at it, I just get a great pride in doing stuff myself, even if I have to go the long way round (which I usually do lol).... !

[@curlysmurf275]

Moonfleet41 keep up the awesome content, hope you don't take my comments as negative, I wouldn't watch your channel otherwise. Just constructive criticism del. I personally love getting dusty in the shop. Must be mental. Thanks for taking the time to reply to a lowly subscriber.

[@wendyduncan9544]

outstanding del long shift m8 but worth it in the end bud atb iain

[@Moonfleet41]

Too right Iain, well worth the effort, sat back happy with a beer now !

[@BlakeEM]

I like the new format and it feels more engaging when more gets done in each video. That tail looks amazing! I think it's my favorite thing you have made so far.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, that's very kind of you, I still have to say the bellypan is my number one, just the way the front hugs up round the radiator, and the cool tubes along the side, but still have yet to bolt it altogether and wheel it outside, but wanna fire it up first before I do that, it hasn't run for a long time !

[@geoffozevans4500]

The rear light looks great, really professional & looks like it was always there, job well done there Del. Been out on the bike a few times , my back hurts afterwards but no pain no gain, I did all my paintwork as per your vlog, using the autoglym products & a final wax, excellent result, will email you a photo, spent 4 hrs doing it but we'll worth it, all thanks to your vlog on it. Hi to PP & have a good weekend 👍 😎

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Geoff, that's great news, really glad the bike turned out well, it's great to be able to pass on a few basic things and help out your friends... will check my email !! Glad the back is recovering, like you say, balance the using it with resting it aye... keep well my friend, ride safe, D&Px

[@markwright9352]

Looks great really like it!!! Just one thing dude how are you still in jeans in this weather we’re having????☀️😜

[@Moonfleet41]

Do not do shorts buddy, or sandals, especially with socks, or budge smugglers, or any other suspect dad clothing lol jeans, boots, and long sleeves end of lol lol

[@walcrow7319]

Congrats Del. Looks great. Haven't slept in months watching this masterpiece. I can sleep now!

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi buddy, it's not finished, but glad you're enjoying it so much !

[@BIG-K]

Where the heck do you store all the 'mightcumminandee' stuff, Del? You always seem to have just what's needed right when you need it. That's a neat trick. Excellent viewing as always, and I must say that your temporary undertray looks OK to me (as long as it doesn't rattle....). Safe roads 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Keith... i guess im a bit of a hoarder at heart.. i can see a useful item in scrap at a hundred paces..lol.. The undertray has a lot of work still to do.. its only temporary, and i will make sure its nice and tight as being steel against fiberglass, i dont want i causing fractures.. wanted ot do more, but just ran out of time.. thanks for your kind feedback matey.. have a good weekend.. Del.

[@warrengray610]

Hi Del, Pop quiz, I recognize the lyrics of SQUEEZE, UP THE JUNCTION!

[@Moonfleet41]

Spot on buddy lol I actually thought to run a little daft quiz in each video, perhaps hide a comedy character in the garage or like this a line from a song, will have a think and come up with something daft, it'll be a giggle ! ... haha a bit like Harry Hill and the Knitted Character lol

[@TheKilladp]

Really liking the under tray.. Would look super different if you lowered the tail end and made something sort of a diffuser out of it!

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi buddy.. Lowered the tail ?.. but its a fighter, they are supposed to look like they've been booted up the arse..lol!

[@petervaughan4591]

That’s one sexy ass👍🏻 All coming along nicely, it’ll be in paint before we know it. Great job guys.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Peter, you're very kind, am really happy with how it's turning out !

[@eaglestrikes1]

Looks incredible Del, I agree it does look factory quality you have done an amazing job

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you my friend, that's so kind of you, and kind words of praise indeed... I can still see lots of faults in, but I have to get on and have other things to do..!

[@CalOnGuitar]

Looks incredible now it's smoothed out and in silver :o !

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy.. it a real challenge to get curved bodywork totally smooth... but it was worth it as im planning a deep gloss paint job that needs bump free panels...

[@tknadin]

Looking good.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Kerry!

[@kyndrydspyryt3867]

It's lookin real good Del, loving it. So you're doing it in chrome paint then?!...

[@Moonfleet41]

No mate, must the inside of the light tube to spread the rear light - thanks for watching!

[@jritchiejritchie2687]

Awesome Del

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks J - appreciated!

[@1987RaPsCaLLioN]

Keep it up mate, I like the new format too - I'm glad it's good for you both too!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, cracking on with it !

[@suzuki750stu]

Bloody brilliant buddy, long day but well worth it, regards Stu

[@Moonfleet41]

Too right Stu, long day, cold beer, mission accomplished !

[@jamesgoodwin2450]

WOW cooking on the gas today, I can see you riding it down the road next week,looking really nice,go get a beer now

[@Moonfleet41]

Cheers fellah, it won't be long !

[@tinks43]

(P) What a great session, Really ploughing through it now. Wax on wax off! 👍🏻

[@Moonfleet41]

Yes indeed, getting there buddy, always good to hear from ya, hope you're getting out this weekend !

[@Almightyrastus]

I think this will be in serious need of a shakedown Gurkha Kitchen curry run once it’s all done... ;)

[@Moonfleet41]

Gurkha Kitchen??? You don't have to ask me twice on that one, best food north of Watford! You in Nottingham then??

[@Almightyrastus]

Moonfleet41 yup, just down the road and around the corner from the restaurant, walking distance. In fact I need to thank you for making that video of the bike pickup. I got to know Andeep, the owner of the kitchen because of that, and he and his wife have become great friends of ours as a result. My nephew has already booked his 7th birthday dinner there, he can’t get enough of the Kathmandu Chicken (my favourite too), and gets kitchen tours each time he goes. You’d love to see the bike that sits in the entrance (where the sportster was) when not being ridden, a 2.3l custom Harley chop with a 330 back tyre...

[@madmarkuk1]

Loving format mate but then how ever you do it is brillient :-)

[@Moonfleet41]

Cheers buddy, much appreciated !

[@Gus-cg9yp]

Good! Yes it looks like Buenos Aires weather and I don't know how those flies manage to get inside the helmet and when you are bald like me is not nice to have them crawling on your head and you are not able to scratch yourself ....lol. have a nice sunday. Gus

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Gus, haha full face helmet with visor firmly closed in this weather!! Specially the vents as they like to crawl in, having already got extremely angry at being hit my a flying crash helmet ... especially the wasps lol !

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Gus, haha full face helmet with visor firmly closed in this weather!! Specially the vents as they like to crawl in, having already got extremely angry at being hit my a flying crash helmet ... especially the wasps lol !

[@kvnsnchez]

The feeling I experienced when I saw the thumbnail 😍 following this for so long, thanks so much for sharing it with us Del. lots of love

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you buddy, that's really kind, it's been a long road so far, but the end game is at hand !

[@kvnsnchez]

Yes! cannot wait! t's so weird to describe, you become so invested in someone else's big project, and every video is like a massive release 😅 love it! Can''t wait to get my full motorbike licence too!