Triumph Thunderbird / TT Legend, Water Pump Assembled and fitted.!

Another important unit restored and re-fitted, Water Pump Done.!
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[@TheJokerBonn]

Great Project, love the videos. Any Chance for a List of the Lube, Greases, Oils and Sprays you use?

[@anthonydunn7043]

What is the blue thread stuff?..loctite?

[@Moonfleet41]

@@anthonydunn7043 Yes, blue medium stength threadlock.

[@LS-uv9gg]

I so much enjoy these episodes with no music. The honest, simple sound of purposeful tool wielding and clinking metal parts is truly a soul soothing change of pace from the never ending constant bombardment of the ears. Music can add to things, sure, but not every single second of day and night! Wonderful video as usual!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you my friend, we're glad you enjoy it, opinions on music vary, so we do use it sometimes but generally not these days, and it is getting more difficult to find meaningful royalty free music that's actually appropriate... thank you for your kind feedback, it keeps us motivated!

[@coloradokid1346]

Great video Del. It's nice to sit here this morning, having a cup of coffee and watching your videos. Love to take in the detail that you take on reconditioning parts and then putting them back together. Thank you Del for the knowledge that you spread.

[@Moonfleet41]

Why thank you most kindly Sir, Im glad you're enjoying the project, lots more to come, and we have a move to a new garage coming up soon as well..

[@markhowlett8070]

Another great video. I would like to watch you do a full restoration on a old bike . Well done sir.

[@damikedaevil4582]

Really like your workshop Del, i hope i can achieve that one day. Have a great weekend!..... Like what you wrote on the board so true, you are such a positive guy 👍

[@istvanvigh2367]

Flawless work! I pay attention to the renewal of the motorcycle. it will be wonderful!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Istvan .

[@glynnjones125]

Nice work, as usual. As a former owner of a Trophy 900 of similar vintage I should warn you of real fun and games ahead if you tackle the carbs. Not so much the carbs themselves, but the removal and reinstalling of them. It is very tight, made worse by the spine frame and airbox design. The rubber inlet tubes are a b’stard to fit too. Good luck!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks for heads up mate, does look a bit snug in there, it's not a full strip, there's no need for that, it was running fine, just wanna pop them off, give them a once over, diaphragms and bowls, and pop 'em back on with some new cables, am sure ti's gonna be w wiggle!

[@ajs3046]

Your videos are the best produced on YT. I'm really enjoying this project. The finished result will be a very sound machine. Can't wait to see what livery you go with. Keep up the great work and a massive thank you from all of us.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Andrew, slowly getting through all the jobs, and really happy with it so far.

[@owlteachereducation]

Love it Del, starting to look like a new bike. Better still, you know you've buttoned up and sealed everything right - and like that rough casting, better even than factory. Massively enjoying this series & learning shedloads.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate, glad you're enjoying it, and I'm really happy now that the bike is taking shape and actually starting to look like a smart machine!

[@myz06rocks]

after watching this, i'll most likely have a lot more confidence to change the water pump seals on my bike (I have them already HAHA). Great stuff guys and all the best!

[@Moonfleet41]

Good news mate, am glad it could help you, and obviously as always, have fun with it!

[@eventhorizon8313]

Great video. really enjoying the tear down and rebuild. I dont know why but when you put the clamp back on at 6:47 it bugged me that you didn't put it back on so that it fit into the old impression left behind :-P . When ever I rebuild I always put things back into the impressions that they left.. Thats just me..

[@Moonfleet41]

Ha ha, mate thats just plain OCD..and i totally agree.. i guess i just missed it while working through the jobs..!

[@chrisbarna2661]

Great camera work and awesome job as always, Del. Cheers

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Chris, glad you enjoyed it mate.

[@mdmotorcycles10]

Another great video Del give me the confidence to check the water pump on my little 125 that just happens to a EFI as well lol

[@Moonfleet41]

Good luck with it mate, remember to have fun!

[@anthonydunn7043]

Bought some coils off your mate Mr. Messenger..for the same bike.. You inspire me..:-)..cheers Del

[@Moonfleet41]

Nice one, glad you found him and got sorted.. ! Thanks for your support too.

[@ozbusa]

Yet again, a great start to a weekend. Saturday morning brekky, eggs n bacon, cup o tea and a new video. Thanks. 😍

[@Moonfleet41]

Perfect, enjoy mate!

[@martindavies8326]

I like your first job a cuppa, another thorough job, cheers Del ⚙️🔩🔧👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Oh yes indeed Sir, every day starts with a cuppa!

[@lozryan7534]

Great eye for detail del. better than factory finish 👍🏻

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks LOz, going for a high end finish on this, hoping to turn out a really nice bike in the end! 👍

[@AdventureDad01]

More commentary is always good. It's what makes Mustie1 such a good watch 😁

[@roverchap]

I'm really enjoying this series of videos, and not just because I own a Legend too. Your meticulous attention to detail and disciplined approach is an education for us all. I am hugely envious of that superbly-equipped and spacious workshop. Everything is there and in its place. Surely you are doing this professionally, or simply a very lucky hobbyist?

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you buddy, glad you enjoy the videos, not professional, and not really lucky either, we've turned all the investment back in to our channel for the last 10yrs and earned every bit of what we occupy today with a decade's hard work and it is great to be working in a safe, organised space now, done my fair share of working in the back garden in the rain in my youth, but we never forget where we started!

[@rsbharley4766]

Very nice job Del, looks good mate. Hope things are starting to get a little better over there. Penny and you have a relaxing weekend, stay safe. Cheers

[@Moonfleet41]

Hey mate.. we're both good here, preparing for the move and just knocking off the logistics, Take care yourself, and enjoy the weekend. D&Pxx

[@kennethhume8628]

As you are now progressing through the rebuild which I am thoroughly , I’m reminded that you are getting closer and closer to completion . My point is that I will really miss this series .

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Kenneth, but it's gonna get better yet, we have a move of garage premises coming up, the project will continue in the new one, there's still many jobs to do, plus the final paintwork and upholstery, so stick with it, I don't expect it to be on the road much before the summer, or at the earliest late Spring!

[@tinks43]

Looks stunning! 👍🏻 Glad it’s the weekend but got to work on the house 🤣

[@Moonfleet41]

Hey buddy, am sure it's a labour of love though, hope you're all settling in, we'll all soon be out to play on the bikes, so get it done now while you've nothing better to do... and we'll look forward to seeing ya! D&Px

[@nickmitton7350]

I'm disappointed Del!! You never sprayed the starter motor!! Lol. Looking good mate.😎👍🏍

[@chrispayne1029]

Great Job Del it’s coming together nicely 👏👏👌🏻😎👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Chris, you're very kind mate 👍

[@madmarkuk1]

Happy fridel :-) cant wait to see this one

[@RevelatorAlf]

Nicely done again. Just recently started watching again. I do like your methodical approach. Something we could all improve on I’m sure. Cheers

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you buddy, welcome back, and yes indeed, one step at a time, enjoy the process and let the bike build itself!

[@davidcoudriet8439]

Nice attention to details. Well done, Sir! Love the vids.

[@Moonfleet41]

Glad you like them mate, much appreciate your kind feedback.

[@Herzankerkreuz67]

Very nice. That being said, I always wonder how long this spray can paintjob will ultimately last ....versus a professional powder coat job ? Please don't take that as a personal attack, I don't want to diminish your work Del, but on my bike the difference between repainted parts versus original paint work is not even in the same league.

[@Moonfleet41]

People always down the "spray can paint job"... like the can itself is inferior.! 99% of any coating, paint, powder or even stove enamel is in the preparation of the parts, and execution of the coating process... a perfectly prepared and well executed "spray can paintjob" will last many years, and a badly executed powdercoat job will flake off in no time mate..! Same as the word "professional".. just because someone does a job and get's paid for it, doesn't make them caring or automatically competent.!

[@Herzankerkreuz67]

@@Moonfleet41 My bad I should have replaced professional with industrial....... Thanks for your reply.

[@Moonfleet41]

Aha, well that's different.. industrial powder coating is about as good as it gets, but sadly beyond us mortals aye. !!

[@Goldwing1500rider]

Boy, don’t we HATE tight spaces?? Lol? Lotsa patience!! Great job!!

[@benthillerup]

Looking good Dell😎 Nice quote at the end.👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate, just sharing a few thoughts for the day 👍

[@antoniomassey8328]

Nice job on the water pump system Delboy well done all the best Tony

[@mexicanorespondon1223]

How do you take the water pump off the engine to check the whole pump? Just pulling it out?

[@FREE_PUREBLOOD333]

NICE yet again bud. Pleasure to watch your work.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you, really appreciate your kind words!

[@grahamfairclough2462]

Another great job ticked off Del, keep them all coming, superb watch 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Graham, we're glad you enjoyed it mate, a little more to go on the cooling system, and happy with the progress! 👍

[@robertengland9352]

Another excellent vid Del 👍

[@user-tj3cf7se6h]

Speechless . Once more . 🏍️

[@nickbishop6784]

Almost there Del Another great video

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks 👍

[@ergiiliadhi6140]

Great video. I am actually replacing the water pump on my 95 thunderbird. What is the red stuff you use on the gaskets? Is that sealant or some sort of lube?

[@Moonfleet41]

It's red rubber lube mate... readily available. !

[@ergiiliadhi6140]

@@Moonfleet41 thank you

[@springy-2112]

Tidy Friday! Peace and love brother 👍🏻☮❤

[@Moonfleet41]

Ayup brother, how's your week been? We hope you're keeping safe and well, and feeling in the pink! Have a great weekend and look after the gang, D&Px

[@springy-2112]

@@Moonfleet41 Hey Darlings. Much of a much , still off sick but improving slowly. waiting for various scans etc.. The only thing in the pink is my mohawk which I dyed red last week and is fading to lilac via ginger😲.. Love to you both . ❤ This triumph is tweaking my fizzy , being so shiny clean and perfect .. right up my avenue .. Peace and love 👍🏻☮❤

[@Moonfleet41]

@@springy-2112 That's good to hear bruv, knew it would find approval somewhere, no place in the Wasteland for this one! Gonna be moving to a new Unit very shortly, so gonna have to shelve the project for a week or two while we move, but will get time to finish the cooling system and have decided (and am sure you'll approve) to mirror polish those headers pipes I made, as I dragged the silencer out of it's bag and it's polished stainless, so why not?! Then it'll be time to pack everything up and start hauling all our equipment to the new place... bloomin' relieved it's only next door!! I've managed to get hold of a hefty engine crane to save my ol' knees and back, as were none of us as bendy as we used to be right?! You stay safe there, and hoping you get your treatments this terrible Covid has caused such setbacks and heartache... keep safe and well there mate, chat soon, D&Pxx

[@cliffmatthews6577]

Brilliant !

[@CrzyMFT]

Delboy does an ASMR video, LOL!

[@Cueballproductions1149]

Top video

[@geraldgallagher825]

Grand job as per Del 🙌 👍

[@Garage_gg]

Genuine question: why wouldn't you use something like evaporust rather than the wirewheel? And I absolutely love the videos you post and the "common sense" tips! 😁

[@Moonfleet41]

Wire wheel is free to use, Evaporust is expensive, between £18 and £30 a gallon depending where you shop... as you'll see in the next video.. Distilled white vinegar will do the same job and its 40p a pint in the supermarket... like you say mate.. 'Common sense' ! and just wait till you see what pours out of the radiator..! >:0

[@Garage_gg]

@@Moonfleet41 I guess I asked too soon! Hah

[@jedibiker600]

Another tidy job delboy.👍🏻

[@tonymartin3780]

Love the finish Del 😀👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Hey buddy, good to hear from you, hope you're all keeping safe and well..

[@tonymartin3780]

@@Moonfleet41 all Good mate , sick of the snow and ice , better when I can get the bike out and travel again , love to Penny 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

@@tonymartin3780 Cheers buddy, we hear you, and it must get boring... you should make the move to the softy southern south where the beer is cold and yellow and the roads are clear of snow ... and it's only frosty for a few weeks of the year!... and you know you'd have a ready gang of friends to go ride with ... like they say, come on down, the water's lovely!

[@duchman99backup51]

👍👍👌🏍🏍🏍🏍🏍🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺...

[@MikeWilliams-yp9kl]

Great job 😎

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks 😁

[@markwitham6784]

Love it,,,

[@adamhodson8337]

Del I let it slide on the last video but I fear I can’t anymore.....where are your black gloves?!

[@Moonfleet41]

Run out mate, and the white ones were a gift from a viewer, so gonna work through those and will get some more in the future!

[@adamhodson8337]

Haha no problem!

[@gerrypowell2748]

Nice job Del❤️

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you 😁

[@kerm9807]

Quality video as always Stay safe all

[@renzovc]

another awesome 👏 video ! man ! couldn't resist so i had to watch it on my lunch break at work lol . "keeping things in series " not jumping all over the place, totally agree with that ! awesome outcome !!!! can not wait for the carbs video im really looking forward to it ! cheers from new york ! 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Glad you enjoyed it brother, we have to move premises very soon ,and have a lot of logistics to deal with, so i may have to postpone the detailed jobs until we're in the new place or ill have parts everywhere and that's not good when moving, things always get lost... but i can finish the cooling system, and maybe get the exhaust polished and properly fitted too.. but lots still to do, so keeping the wheels rolling.. this is a long term project..

[@renzovc]

@@Moonfleet41 no worries at all , completely understand man 👍 i appreciate the heads up , wish you the best ! My self as a big fan of your work really appreciates that this channel is really growing and have a lot more videos coming up , let me know if you need anything , always here to help 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

@@renzovc Thank you brother, really appreciate that, we've been thinking about you guys over here, watching on the news about all the troops protecting the White House, so stay safe and look after your family, I'm sure you could have all done without that on top of Covid and everything it's brought to the world... stay safe and well, D&Px

[@csiautodetail]

love your videos, makes me want to work on my bike even though it doesn't need it right now.

[@bikerdad1479]

Came up a treat and I knew you would (probably) do the casing as it's a bit chipped as well

[@Moonfleet41]

Yeah, getting the major big jobs out of the way first, i can deal with the details once the bulk of it is done..

[@andyjrichie6709]

Nice little rebuild. Great work

[@arnybarmy]

Great stuff - looks like new again! Have a good weekend both of you!

[@Moonfleet41]

Cheers mucka, have a good weekend yourself!

[@chriscoteaz]

One of the greatest man caves of all time!

[@mattimoto]

Thunderbird is looking awesome. Please could you do your magic on a yamaha mt01 soon please.

[@Moonfleet41]

I love them, but a chance of finding a cheap one is pretty slim!

[@cocolopo691]

From argentina buenos aires congratulations for the video your're a profesional...i have a cuestion...what is the grease you use? Lithium grease?

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi there, good to hear from you...! The red grease I'm using is silicone based 'red rubber grease', not lithium.

[@kdlofty]

Hiya Del, these video's have been an absolute godsend during this lockdown. Have you got a link to that small torque set you were using please bud? Cheers.

[@Moonfleet41]

Certainly Sir, here you go, it is a little pricey, and some people find it a bit of a shock, but it seriously money well spent, because it's a German Wiha tool, extremely accurate, seriously heavy as well and made to an incredibly high standard, and it's a tool that will mean you never mince an engine casing screw again!... The most likely torque wrenches to become inaccurate are low rated ones under 20Nm, they get stiff and way out of spec very quickly, so the click type are never that reliable, as you can see from the operation of this, it's a 'cam over type' and pretty foolproof.. I personally run engine screws in to aluminium casings at never more than 10Nm, this tool makes sure that not only do you never over do it, but they're all perfectly consistent for better gasket sealing on the bigger casings, like the clutch... link here buddy...... take a look! www.spanner-monkey.co.uk/Wiha-Torque-T-Handle-ST-Plus-TorqueVario-Set-29234?search=wiha%20torque%20vario&description=true

[@ollieb9875]

Oww you have like, *ALL* the o-rings.. 😅 that looks like a great little set. I see similar on eBay so will have to get one. Cheers as ever 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Sure thing Ollie, i paid £5 for that box at an auto jumble, perfect for all occasions.

[@OwenGeorge]

Another great one Del. Really enjoy the new format but do miss seeing Penny & the ride outs.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Owen, just trying to keep things direct and to the point, keep the project moving forward, and stick to the focus of the build.. Not riding much this time of year but once the summer comes and we're allowed out again, we can enjoy some rides..

[@bubbles1863]

Better than brand new del...really looking forward to seeing the carburetor being done

[@Moonfleet41]

It may a little wait buddy as we've got a move coming up and it's all kinda come at once, so buried under logistics towards the end of the month, but it will happen, will check the valve clearances too, gonna finish this project to a high standard!

[@nevillegreg1]

A picture paints a thousand words as it is said. Same applies to your video. Very good .

[@Moonfleet41]

Many thanks, we're glad you enjoy it!

[@wobblysauce]

Was thinking the same thing with the engine cover with that panning shot.

[@wobblysauce]

That is the issue when you do paint jobs, if it doesn't have the factory faults in it, normally a level of orange peel, it makes you want to redo the rest to match.

[@seanoneill7718]

Keep them coming !

[@loddude5706]

And we called the Suzuki 750GT a kettle . . . in American terms, it seems Triumph went for full 'gas' central heating on this one; good job too, cold engines never run too well. If you're moving out to Naples, can you still get Triumph spares from Napolian boiler parts? (Apologies for that one may take some considerable time to complete : ) xx

[@Moonfleet41]

Hope you're keeping safe and well there mate, sounds like your brain is working just fine... and right back atcha, I have heard of Napolean boilers parts before, I think it's next door to the place I get my gas from, Wellington Welding ;-)

[@loddude5706]

Ah, welding in open-top wellies, what fun. Maybe they should have a section on 'Strictly' for the 'Sabre-foot Slag Dance : )

[@fader2701]

Another good one. Thanks for thr video

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks for watching mate!

[@tomtilley8660]

totally agree with how strong you stand great word's .love these video's and for me this particular project i'm just loving it

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks so much Tom, we're glad you're enjoying it!

[@MrSlingshotdubai]

what paint are you using?

[@Moonfleet41]

Simoniz Tough Paint !

[@richardwhittle2302]

👍there is certainly no room to manoeuvre with that lot Del - is the blue gel you put on the bolts loctite?

[@Moonfleet41]

Yes mate, thats removable threadlock, and snug indeed, you need hands like the borrowers to get in there..!!

[@richardwhittle2302]

@@Moonfleet41 Haha looked like it. Cheers for the advice Del.

[@kilobravo6272]

Looks the tits after some new paint. Makes my FZ6 block look awful now. The previous owner attacked it with a rattle can that was no where near the same shade. And that is just the left side. The front looks horrendous. That will be next winters job I think.

[@Matt-ob3sn]

As always 👌del looking forward to the carb clean need the guidance for mine

[@petebird7171]

Another cracking job, 👍👍👍👍👍

[@JDnBeastlet]

Great video, Del. I will not make the mistake of crediting your top notch production to good audio and video equipment, because good equipment is only a piece of the equation. You have to know how to use it and how to edit the results. You and Penny clearly do, and combined with your excellent presentations the results are excellent. Thanks for all you do... you make Tuesdays and Fridays all the better. :)

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you so much John, that is so kind of you mate, we only use basic equipment, just a camcorder and a stand alone lavaliere mic for the speaking bits, but the rest of the sound is all on the camcorder, and like you say, most of it's in the editing, which takes longer than shooting the footage these days! It's great to hear that it's appreciated, and thank you for your kind feedback, have a great weekend, keep safe and well there, all the very best, D&Px

[@vazza7504]

Another great video during the lock down. Look forward to all these vids, caught up with some older vids too. The clutch vid from many moons ago came in handy, fitted new clutch to my yzf, including new springs, chose geko jobbies from wemoto, new gasket, jobs a good un. Thanks, Vinny.

[@Moonfleet41]

Glad to hear the video helped you there, it's a simple install aye, and i get the clutch is better for it.. Keep safe mate, and thanks for your support..

[@vazza7504]

@@Moonfleet41 sadly not had chance to test it, lock down seen to that, need to mot it but it not locked up now due to worn clutch and not getting used for a few years, full engine service including fresh coolant flush and brake and clutch fluid. Fresh fuel. Can't wait to ride it, hopefully in the summer. :-)

[@vvevvevvvv]

With your videos I've managed to install some TEC progressive fork springs and do a winter maintenance service on the brakes on my Bonneville SE!

[@Moonfleet41]

Great to hear and hope you had fun with it mate!

[@tomcunningham2106]

Brilliant work again Del and an even better choice of kettle, I've got the same one lol, off to make a brew!!

[@Moonfleet41]

Go for it... mine's two sugars!

[@MS-hd8yq]

You read my mind, thought that case paint looked a bit off now with all the new stuff. Great minds

[@Moonfleet41]

Yes mate, it's a bit orange peel, and would be a shame to just leave it, so I'll get to it, probably along with the other covers!

[@MikeButler05]

again well presented and imformative vid, , learn so much

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Mike, am glad to hear that, have a great weekend mate!

[@ninoellison7793]

Brilliant, Del!

[@richardpearson4248]

Great video del fantastic job one question what make is the T handle you were using thanks stay safe looking forward to next one🇬🇧👍

[@Moonfleet41]

The T-handle is by Wiha mate, it's actually a torque wrench rated from 5-14Nm, extremely accurate and perfect for the little M6 screws that hold engine casings in to soft aluminium threads... www.spanner-monkey.co.uk/Wiha-Torque-T-Handle-ST-Plus-TorqueVario-Set-29234?search=wiha%20torque%20vario&description=true

[@richardpearson4248]

@@Moonfleet41 thanks 🇬🇧👍

[@richardplantagenet8090]

Pulling the masking tape off reminds me of when you've got back from your hols and your tan starts peeling and you see how big the bits are that you can pull off.

[@Moonfleet41]

Or like a scab on your knee when you were 7! ... ;-0

[@richardplantagenet8090]

@@Moonfleet41 :-D

[@danparsonage3884]

My turn to rate you.... 10/10 pal 👍🏼

[@Moonfleet41]

Why thank you most kindly Sir!

[@benrideout9583]

Some more therapeutic loveliness! 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate, that's very kind, glad you enjoyed it!