Triumph Thunderbird / TT Legend, Fork Legs, Strip and Refurbish !

[@myz06rocks]

Cleaning and painting things. This is more therapeutic than watching people pressure wash stuff!! 👍🏻

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, glad you enjoy it and thank you for your support!

[@stevenferraro3957]

Once again Dell your methodology approach to take a IMHO a necessary task that all DIY types of MC owners should know how to perform on their bikes was made to look easy....and it is. Even if not to paint the sliders, then just to perform routine front end maintenance.....well done, thank you.

[@hlpang1075]

Cool trick with the masking tape. Never seen that one before. Thanks for sharing

[@gerrypowell2748]

Nice tips once again❤️looking good✌️

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Gerry, good to hear from you mate.

[@stevehotshotsantini9777]

Hi Del, great videos mate, I am planning to remove my Triumph thunderbird sport forks, just to repaint outer tubes.... Just bought bike and noticed the salt has had a go at the lacquer.. However, your video alerted me to the fact that the forks actually go through sliders for headlamp and that grommets live, and die therein... I casually searched ebay on the off-chance that some may be available, after you'd said no chance of finding any..... I found four brand new for £15.00!! Big thanks for highlighting the need, I looked at mine and can see they are cracked, so Thanks again.. Brilliant..

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Steve. Most welcome mate, those shrouds at the top are pretty subtle aye, you hardly notice them from 10 feet away.. im glad you found some, there are, it seems a few companies out there answering the need and turning them out for realistic money.. Good luck with your project mate, don;t you love that 5 minute clearcoat they cover the forks with... once you've painted them they'll last for years then.. ! have a good weekend mate. Del.

[@edboxell874]

Really enjoying this series. Thanks guys!

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Ed, thank you Sir, that's very kind, we're really glad you're enjoying it, lots more to come!

[@haroldwiser2641]

It's always a good day when a Delboy video comes out. Looks great Del, as always!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Harold, that's very kind, it's always good to hear from you, take care and have a great week sir.. D&Pxx

[@graemelogan1214]

Always nice to see these refurbish projects coming along. I've done the same on a couple bikes now, but other than cleaning up the internals and putting them back in... Is there anything I should be looking for as far as wear inside? The bushings, or damper rods...? Thanks Del

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Graeme, if you look at the gold coloured ring I took off, that's the top bushing and there's another larger one at the bottom of the stanchion, you can replace those if they're scored or worn, and they are designed to be softer than the inside of the slider that they rub against, so they will take the hit... you can put emulators in the bottom of the forks, they are like a small contraption to improve damping, you can fit progressive springs if you don't have them, and if you want to really wring the last ounce of performance out of a regular fork, you could fit Hyperpro silicone seals... and that's about the most you'll do short of titanium nitride coating your stanchions... but seriously mate, new seals, fresh oil and healthy bushings will at least return you to factory spec and that should be good enough, unless you want to upgrade things.

[@graemelogan1214]

@@Moonfleet41 Thanks Del. I've never really had a look at the bushings, and just stuck them back in. There's definitely something feeling a bit lose over bumps right now, and the headstock is fine. I'll have a look.

[@fader2701]

Thanks for the video. Forks are the only.part on a bike I won't touch. You demystified it for me

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Richard, nothing much to a regular set of forks, even USD's aren't that complicated, am glad the video inspired you a bit!

[@alanpaterson5395]

Another great job Del. Headlight bracket looks good on the bike. Hope you have shares in masking tape!!!

[@Moonfleet41]

ha ha, thanks mate, i do go through a few rolls that's for sure, but being paper, i guess its no harm to the environment, and maybe that offsets all the stuff i do that is..!

[@garya3056]

Great vid, Del! The sticky tape idea is a keeper! That paint (and the artiste) never ceases to amaze. Hope you both are staying well. Crazy times ahead still. 🏍👍🏍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Gary 👍 rattle can experience is born of a mis-spent youth with no money to pay paint shops! Glad you're enjoying the videos, and keeping safe there yourself... it's definitely becoming more worrying as we hit winter here, as am sure it is there, look after yourselves there! D&Px

[@garya3056]

@@Moonfleet41 yessir well you most certainly have the touch! Doing what we can to stay safe and prepared. Next week will be telling. Keeping the powder dry! 👍

[@stevewalden3814]

Thank you! Lots of good tips in today's video.

[@SteviedTT]

What do you do to stop all those nuts and bolts you wire wheeled, to prevent them from rusting again straight away?

[@Moonfleet41]

They Don't..!

[@SteviedTT]

@@Moonfleet41 maybe not straight away, but they will, trust me, I speak from experience, after doing up a GS750.

[@Moonfleet41]

You used the term 'straight away' and that's how I took your question mate, but all things corrode over time and short of replacing everything with marine grade stainless, there's nothing you can do, just maintenance and regular cleaning... and for what it's worth, much of what I wheeled off was dirt, specially on the dome nuts as they were stainless, just filthy after 20yrs!

[@grosbeakmc]

Excellent refurb Del - glad the inner workings of the forks were in such good shape. You sure are handy with a rattle can!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks John, really pleased that there was so little wear internally, it'll be a great bike when im all done.

[@loganalomar9919]

I like the black fork bottoms, but they may not fit every bike. If you wanted to get BACK that silvery, shiny, almost OEM look, would you use a more metallic glossy paint? Clear finish? Have you tried this before, and on what bike? Thanks DEL & PENNY!

[@Moonfleet41]

I never bother polishing or lacquering fork leg sliders, i just paint them in a tough black finish as they get so much punishment from road grit and salt, any bling finish is gone in a season and a waste of time, if you want silver, then you can buy tough paint in silver, which would give you the look you want if you don't like black.

[@anupamchauhan4662]

I always learn the correct method🙏🚩🚩🚩🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳🛕🛕🛕🛕

[@ronmimnaugh7674]

another great episode. Looking forward to when this bike is done. It is going to be a work of art

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Ron, me too, it's gonna be a cool looking bike when it's done, but taking my time and enjoying the process along the way!

[@ian_morg]

Nice job, Shame they don't do silver, that blasted finish looked fab, could you lacquer that? It is awesome paint mind, I flatted and then polished back my tank after painting it with tough paint and it was like a mirror after!

[@Moonfleet41]

Yes ate, you could clear coat that blasted finish, it'd be pretty cool, but I've always doubted the integrity of clear-coat straigh on to metal, you saw what became of the factory version, so it's hardly gonna last if you did it again, it's always a finite finish, but I do plan for the wheels to be naked polished alloy, which you can either have fun polishing by hand or clean with a Scotchbrite for a satin finish... in my view, to leave it bare is actually better than to clear-coat it... at least you can maintain it yourself!

[@bubbles1863]

I have started using that tough paint myself del and it's really good stuff but I find u have to leave it sitting for a few days to cure properly

[@Moonfleet41]

Yes you're dead right mate, it takes at least 48 hours before you can maul it about, but after a few months it's a tough as powdercoat.

[@bubbles1863]

@@Moonfleet41 definitely it's fantastic stuff I'm really impressed with it ..thank you for recommending it del 👍

[@garylee5317]

Excellent well executed footage and tutorial Del. Tell us have you ever considered using nickel plating on your bits n bobs for extra corrosion resistance?

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Garry, thanks mate, not really enough use for something like that, i usually replace fasteners with stainless where i can, if i'd use it a bit more, then maybe, but like all things, we have to prioritize spending, and there's always parts and materials to pay for first..

[@iainduncan2363]

how satisfying it must be to see parts you have made yourself fit like that and the paint job i know practice makes perfect m8 but it looks outstanding yet again all the best bud iain

[@plageran]

i always wondered how do you tell the left or right for the headlight mount or is it any side goes?

[@Moonfleet41]

On this bike they're angled downwards so as long as they face straight ahead and don't point up in the air, then you've got them right!

[@paulharast1958]

L👀KING G👀D DEL, Penny and You Del Ride Safely and stay warm and Healthy.

[@Moonfleet41]

You too Paul, what a strange year it's been, let's all get back to normal soon aye.. (what ever that will be).

[@christophermcreynolds6001]

Brilliant , what an interesting video. This bike will be better than new, carry on with the great work. Chris from redcar.

[@loddude5706]

5:56 - Ye Gods - the feral haggis death grip! Brave man . . . though the reported effect on skinny wildebeest turns out to be fake gnus; as for the tape - hey, their fur choice not ours & it does wonders for the 'feel' when desperate. Have fun : ) xx

[@CrzyMFT]

I've never seen fork oil removed from the bottom, but I suppose it works too. I've only done it a few times (crack the damper rod bolt, pour out the top).

[@Moonfleet41]

It's a theory an old guy i knew came up with, drain the oil from the bottom, (where any sediment naturally gathers) and the cleaner oil above it will wash it all down through.. not so relevant if you're stripping and washing everything, but great if its an oil change only!!

[@CrzyMFT]

@@Moonfleet41 Very good point. I need to change the oil in my VFR soon and I'll give this a try.

[@jimmyjimjim3054]

What kind of paint do you recommend?

[@richardpearson4248]

Fantastic video great job looking forward to next one stay safe 🇬🇧👍🏻

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Richard, glad you enjoyed! 👍

[@EdgeDynamicsEnglishRazors]

Very nice..My girlfriend thought your sand blasting was spray painting .. I give up :)

[@Moonfleet41]

You could say it's anti-painting or un-painting! Good to hear from you mate, keep safe there!

[@EdgeDynamicsEnglishRazors]

@@Moonfleet41 ha..cheers

[@garybrown4854]

Excellent job again , have you thought about making a small spray booth for such jobs , could be a subject for a video perhaps . No more having to cover up the bike and your kit when spraying .

[@Moonfleet41]

No mate, it would take up 1/4 of the garage space, I could never film in there as it wouldn't only be too cramped but also the dust fog would ruin any filming and quite probably the camera, I invested with this garage set up in 3 large extractors and with the door open I clear the entire space within 10mins and it's no big shakes to chuck a sheet over the bike and the machines... but the biggest reason I don't need it is that 3 doors down from me is a pro- paint shop as I'll be using for the final paint job on the Triumph coming soon!

[@garybrown4854]

@@Moonfleet41 Ah see what you mean , just a thought , lucky you have a pro painter nearby , I thought you might have done it satin black like the rest LOL actually that would look quite good ! looking forward to seeing the finished article, it's going to be the mutts nuts what ever colour or design it ends up .

[@fredriksalmen5159]

I knew that, YES, cause I watched your old fork videos, dejavu 😂 Nice video!

[@motoedd2437]

Loved the refurbish ❤️.. Remember the masking tape trick from your oil change/ filter video many moons ago Del, works a treat.. 👍

[@Goldwing1500rider]

I watched just to prepare myself when doing my forks, own 7 motorcycles here, 4 needs new seals... gonna be busy this winter!! BTW... is that your wife table cloth?? (Snickers)

[@rebel_ltz]

Have you tired the "sealmate" solution? Usually it helps.

[@Goldwing1500rider]

@@rebel_ltz ... no, I’ve never done forks before.. seen cleaning scraper but my forks bleeding out. Worn down my brake pads.

[@Goldwing1500rider]

I looked it up, ordered one. See how it goes. Hopefully would help some.

[@Goldwing1500rider]

I’m gonna enjoy doing the job, one has 15k miles, it’s a mess. Already ordered seals and oil. Tools. About ready to go next week.

[@springy-2112]

Love the detail buddy , right up my OCD alley 😲 peas n loaf brother 👍🏻☮❤

[@Moonfleet41]

Cheers brother, i knew you'd love a bit of cleany shiny sparkle... have a good week aye, and keep safe. D&Pxx

[@rsbharley4766]

Nice video Del, excellent job mate. That paint again LOL. Penny and you have a good week and I hope things are getting better over there. Cheers

[@robinroma6285]

So satisfying to watch, I don't need most of your tools and equipment but I do want them 😂

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Rob, really glad you're enjoying the videos mate!

[@user-tj3cf7se6h]

Dedication . Dedication is what I need ...😃

[@Moonfleet41]

Yeah mate, but I can't tap dance like Roy Castle!

[@user-tj3cf7se6h]

@@Moonfleet41 . 🎺🎶

[@MS-hd8yq]

That tape trick was just common sense and I already knew that 😉. Very cool though 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Ha ha.. thanks mate, simple stuff aye.! (i learned it from Milo, so not claiming that one.! )

[@Spad562]

Del great paint job as usual and good to see you are finally covering things for overspray. Always thought it strange how you rarely did, I've done my fair share of rattle cans and the stuff just atomisers everywhere. Gunna look good when back together.

[@theredpillreport]

Anyone know what that parts washer is?

[@Moonfleet41]

Here you go. www.machinemart.co.uk/p/cw2d-bench-mounted-parts-washer/

[@theredpillreport]

@@Moonfleet41 thanks. Great videos by the way. Living in the UK it is hard to find good British tool reviews etc.

[@Matt-ob3sn]

Great video del as always does penny know you’ve nicked her best bed linen or shall we not tell her 🤫

[@Moonfleet41]

🤭 shhh, don't say that too loud, she's listening!

[@nightster6378]

Have you considered making up a small zinc plating tank, very cheap to do.

[@Moonfleet41]

Not yet mate, lots going on at the moment!

[@bearbloomfield2437]

In all seriousness del I reckon I could stand all day and sand blast, music/durty metal and the self satisfaction at the end of the day. 😂😂😂

[@Moonfleet41]

Yer not wrong Brother, it's insanely satisfying..!

[@fuelheadjay8800]

Have you ever made tubes longer if so how did u go about it.

[@bobstevens9040]

Great job as always Del. You are the king of the rattle cans! The Legend is gonna look fantastic

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Bob, hoping to turn out a nice finish! 👍

[@kdlofty]

Nice job that Del. Don't know what your plans are for the tank, but just a thought, why don't you just replace the red on the tank with the black and leave the silver? I think would look really sharp. What do you think?

[@Moonfleet41]

Yeah cheers mate, that's a thought, haven't got to that point yet, but will come up with something sharp!

[@magnuscarlsson7045]

Thank you for sharing your lovely work! It’s always fun to watch an new episode and the things you teach us! 👍🙏 With your help I manage to change the front fork suspension sealings on my Honda hornet 900. thanks!

[@Moonfleet41]

You're most welcome Magnus, im glad the videos have helped you with your bike. Take care and keep safe. Del.

[@nickbishop6784]

there going to look great once their back on the bike Del

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Nick, I've got some cool plans for the colour combination of shiny metal and black, specially with the wheels!

[@tinks43]

(P) Nice work guys, starting to come together now. Thank god for the parts washer, I’m sure Penny wouldn’t approve of using the bath 🤣

[@Moonfleet41]

Cheers mate, yeah tried that one, didn't go well for me ;-/ which is probably why she bought me the parts washer! Hope you're all ok there and keeping safe, D&Px

[@metalmikky]

Hey Del, what fluid do you use in your parts washer?

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Mikky, i go through a lot of it, i just go for the best deal on price usually, but currently using this one.. www.machinemart.co.uk/p/5-litre-solvent-parts-washer-fluid/

[@shadowcycles5295]

Looking forward to seeing this I'm just about to do the same. Wish me luck lol.

[@Moonfleet41]

Sure thing mate, good luck with it, and enjoy the journey. .!

[@elf19732000]

Sorry to say I am slightly disappointed, when you first said about sorting the forks, I had hoped for a refurbish of the original finish not the sandblast and respray. Still a very good video though del as always

[@Moonfleet41]

All I can think you mean is clear lacquer over a brush satin finish alloy lower sliders? The rest I've refurbished like new, but the problem with lacquered alloy mate it lasts about 2yrs till the water gets under it again, even 2k clear doesn't seem to last five minutes, but stick with it, am making, what we hope, will be tasteful changes. Thanks for watching!

[@rebel_ltz]

I love these vids. 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank Tom, Glad you like them mate, and good to hear from you. !

[@rebel_ltz]

@@Moonfleet41 Oh, I might not comment to all vids, but I'm really enjoying the ride. :) Huge inspiration!

[@petewain61]

Is the tough paint satin or gloss black you are using

[@Moonfleet41]

Im using satin for these parts Pete, i want it to blend in with the other factory black parts.. gloss is more for bodywork in my view. !

[@petewain61]

@@Moonfleet41 the reason I ask is I’m just starting my winter project (this is not what my projects are normally,someone said it and next thing I had it all planned out in my head)I want to use it on a mbk nitro 50 project,I’ve stripped the engine and rebuilt it but I want to do it completely do it satin black all over bar the wheels,you can see by the name that it’s called a nitro,well that’s being changed to nitrous,yes it’s having nitrous oxide injection,just finished all the calculations,pete

[@Gaulien]

Is the workshop fully decked out? If not you could build some sort of enclosed painting station with an extract fan so you don't have to keep covering everything around. Just an idea of course : )

[@Moonfleet41]

Not enough room for a dedicated paint booth mate and it's no problem to clear up a bit of dust for the small amount of painting I do, but great idea!

[@dantae666]

interesting maybe i will not be so worried about removing the forks

[@Moonfleet41]

Sure thing mate, there's nothing complicated about forks, just nuts and bolts like everything else..!

[@mechanic3d]

You've overhauled it so well. But according to experts, the shock absorberr should not be repaired but replaced with a new one

[@Jabbekot]

Aaaaaarrrrgggghhh I can't get Simoniz here in Scandinavia!! Damn! They won't ship aerosols from the UK! WHAT TO DO? Wheel paint instead??

[@Moonfleet41]

This is a soft finish 'stone chip' paint, the kind of thing used for crash bars and bumpers, im sure there are similar products from maybe Hammerite or Rustoleum ?

[@Jabbekot]

@@Moonfleet41 I'll try to get my search on 🙏

[@MikeButler05]

Excellent this is how we learn

[@ahahahahahaahahaa]

Love the new garage Delboy

[@soybiensudaka6954]

Shouldn't the loops closer together down? Curiosity Dell

[@Moonfleet41]

No mate, the tight loops at the top as then you don't have the weight of the rest of the spring on top of them... it's only a small amount in the grand scheme of things, but generally speaking, progressive coils at the top!

[@jamesmich4973]

Dude makes it look easy

[@ronalmon3319]

Very nice 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Ron, glad you're enjoying it! 👍

[@stevegrayshon2219]

Couldn't help but notice you've refitted the headlight brackets upside down on the yokes, but you knew that didn't you??

[@Goldwing1500rider]

Probably wanted people to notice.. lol

[@REKLESSWOLVES1]

Damn S 79 ya beat me lol

[@Moonfleet41]

ha ha, that was Ninja fast..

[@mohammedmidlaj4623]

👌👌👍

[@merquisonmototardivo5806]

Perfect Show

[@anupjagtap662]

Great job

[@richardhartley7094]

👍

[@ashmaybe9634]

Ah my OCD loves all that knolling of parts. Proper job.

[@bikerdad1479]

You will have to become less popular sick of the adds youtube putting on,but you knew that anyway

[@Moonfleet41]

yeah, gets on my nerves too mate. !

[@_S_79]

First again