Transmission went into complete failure when arriving in St. Pete from Bushnell. Would not propel the vehicle forward or reverse.

9/22/2010

Tommy Cobb removed the Transaxle unit from the vehicle, brought to shop for diagnosis and repair of failure. Complete disassembly. Thrust Terrington bearing failure, resulting in clutch hub destroying sprocket support assembly. numerous bushings, and clutch assemblies.


11/24/2010

Tommy picked up transaxle, and took home to reinstall.

11/27/2010
Aided him with assistance when possible  for the reinstallation.

After installation, and correcting numerous other sub-systems, the transmission Performed perfectly.
Smooth, progressive shifts, Torque Convertor Lock up performing to specification. Engine was performing very poorly, we corrected all those issues, and vehicle has great performance, and should provide good service for many years for owner. 

11/15/2010

Vehicle arrived by Flatbed Tow Truck

Has been partially customized, numerous issues to complete all needs to complete custom truck to show quality. Numerous issues. Needs to be completely surveyed, Estimated, and plan of completion formulated. This will be a very high dollar project to complete. on hold at this time.

Combined efforts of Tommy Cobb, and myself, we cleaned and repaired the Carburetor that was severly corroded and fuel varnished. Also, someone previously had tampered with the carb. and parts were not properly reinstalled. Now the carburetor is reassembled and functioning properly.
 
We had the task of also cleaning what Tommy deemed as a destroyed fuel tank and petcock. through perserverence, and lots of thinking, we restored the fuel tank and petcock, the tank is sparkling clean metal now, the petcock is clean, and functional.

Immediately upon firing up the bike after the fuel system repairs, we encountered fouled spark plugs, so a change was in order. After installing Spark Plugs, the engine now runs properly. 

The bike is in the shop awaiting customer pickup.

In summary, another bike that had severe fuel related issues, neglect, and improper repairs previously has been restored to factory specifications. another job well done. 

11/5/2010
All repairs completed, and engine Performing very well. ready for Customer Pick up, and Customer is aware that tires are severely weather worn and cracked.

6/7/2011

Customer has not picked up the bike by this date. Needs to be put into regular service, instead of sitting. 

Dennis consulted with me to survey, diagnose, and repair this motorcycle to OEM specifications. Upon arrival the Battery was completely discharged, the gas tank has numerous large bumps in the gas tank, from rust underneath. the brake light Switch is defective. Also, some electrical issues have been noted for diagnosis and repair when obtaining a new battery.

11/ 8/2010
Gas Tank is removed ( solid severe rust inside tank), and doubtfully repairable. Carbuerators were removed for diagnosis, and determining useability. Dirt, Corrosion, and Varnish were found. Hold until customer see's in person. Broken wiring connector found when removing battery for carb. removal.
 
11/17/2010
Customer came to review issues, discuss all issues. Informed him gas tank has to be replaced. Gas Tank located for purchase, waited till 11/20/2010 for customer to bring money to purchase Good Used Gas Tank.

11/24/2010
Customer came to see carbs. after intensive cleaning. Successfully they cleaned and are serviceable.
 

Tommy Cobb's motorcyle heads for the GL 1000 got completed, and delivered.

Tommy was happy to finally get them back, to be able to get the bike back together and running.

Today was a day of fellowship. good friend and Business Associate with Check Linsay for his sisters Memorial Service, nd including the Graveside Service.

Some other friends and Associates of our Business Community also attended. The entire Jerry Ostow's group attended both Services. Thanks Jerry, you're a good friend.

These Cylinder Heds were high mileage, and victim to anti-freeze intrusion during years of sitting dormant. The anti-freeze pitted the Intake Valves, and deemed replacement.

Today the Cylinder Heads for Tommy Cobb's GL 1000 were being machined and new valves installed.
Tomorrow he'll bring me a set of spark plugs to install to fluid test the valve fit.

Both Cylinder Heads passed fluid test, meaning perfect sealing of all the Valves.

Delivered to Mr. Cobb., and he was happy with results and condition.

After reinstalling the Cylinder Heads, the performance is satisfactory.

Other problems became an issue after reassembly, and assisted Mr. Cobb in diagnosis, and advising him of  problems and resolutions.

The Bike is running now, and is performing to specificaions.Now he is happy to have another restored Gold Wing to add to his present fleet of Motorcycles

Gordie's 1989 Chevrolet C1500 Pickup Street Hot Rod is in the shop for some service and repairs, plus a little cosmetic work.

Finally got the seized bolt out of the left traction bar on Gordie's truck, and the bar removed . Now it will be possible to move forward with his truck repairs.

Pete Finan's 1961 Metropolitan Convertible is in the shop awaiting parts delivery from Pete, as it is all still in storage and needs to be sorted.

The car arrived partially assembled from being repainted, however much work is required to complete the partial restoration, and all the mechanical repairs needed to get the car running, and safe to drive. He is so looking forward to the day he and wife Mandy can put the top down and go for a cruise.

11/28/2010

Continuing to wait for parts from Customer, none to date. Getting frustrated at no progress.