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    Reproduction master cylinder reservoir

    I'm in process of collecting the parts to restore a couple 78 XS1100's. However both have the plastic master cylinder reservoir that looks chalky and cracked from sitting in the sun. I took one apart and drew a cad model of the white plastic housing and the lid and was planning on machining a short run of these out of white UHMW and Black UHMW for the lids. I guess my main question is would there be any interest from any members in purchasing any of these?
    Due to the setup complexity and the fact I hate cleaning plastic out of my machines this would most likely be a one time run.
    80 MNS; 80 F; 82 Maxim 650
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  • #2
    Mike's XS has this already.


    It's almost $70.

    Which bowl are you going to reproduce? Specials and standards don't share. What is your price point?
    Marty (in Mississippi)
    XS1100SG
    XS650SK
    XS650SH
    XS650G
    XS6502F
    XS650E

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    • #3
      I was going to do a run of the standard ones. The sample I have is from a 1978 standard. I guess I could pull off the one on my 80 MNS and do a drawing of that as well. Does anyone know how many different types of reservoirs were used?
      80 MNS; 80 F; 82 Maxim 650

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      • #4
        There's three types; the '78, some '79 standard used one, the later standards used one the same external shape but it lacked the brass inserts for the cover and is held on with long studs like the Specials rather than the internal plate used on the early standards, and the 'slanted' Special one.

        The set-up for the 'standard' reservoir would be basically the same for both types, and a '78 type could be modified to work on the later standard bikes, but not vice versa. If you could hit a reasonable price point, I think you could sell more than a few...
        Last edited by crazy steve; 06-07-2015, 02:37 PM.
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        '78E original owner - resto project
        '78E ???? owner - Modder project FJ forks, 4-piston calipers F/R, 160/80-16 rear tire
        '82 XJ rebuild project
        '80SG restified, red SOLD
        '79F parts...
        '81H more parts...

        Other current bikes:
        '93 XL1200 Anniversary Sportster 85RWHP
        '86 XL883/1200 Chopper
        '82 XL1000 w/1450cc Buell, Baker 6-speed, in-progress project
        Cage: '13 Mustang GT/CS with a few 'custom' touches
        Yep, can't leave nuthin' alone...

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        • #5
          Here a pic of the '78-79 standard reservoir...

          http://www.xs11.com/forum/showthread.php?t=37209

          Here's the later version...

          http://www.xs11.com/forum/showthread...ight=reservoir
          Fast, Cheap, Reliable... Pick any two

          '78E original owner - resto project
          '78E ???? owner - Modder project FJ forks, 4-piston calipers F/R, 160/80-16 rear tire
          '82 XJ rebuild project
          '80SG restified, red SOLD
          '79F parts...
          '81H more parts...

          Other current bikes:
          '93 XL1200 Anniversary Sportster 85RWHP
          '86 XL883/1200 Chopper
          '82 XL1000 w/1450cc Buell, Baker 6-speed, in-progress project
          Cage: '13 Mustang GT/CS with a few 'custom' touches
          Yep, can't leave nuthin' alone...

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          • #6
            Joe, I'm sending you a PM...
            Fast, Cheap, Reliable... Pick any two

            '78E original owner - resto project
            '78E ???? owner - Modder project FJ forks, 4-piston calipers F/R, 160/80-16 rear tire
            '82 XJ rebuild project
            '80SG restified, red SOLD
            '79F parts...
            '81H more parts...

            Other current bikes:
            '93 XL1200 Anniversary Sportster 85RWHP
            '86 XL883/1200 Chopper
            '82 XL1000 w/1450cc Buell, Baker 6-speed, in-progress project
            Cage: '13 Mustang GT/CS with a few 'custom' touches
            Yep, can't leave nuthin' alone...

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            • #7
              I know I would buy a few if the price is not too high. The stock ones look like crap. I am sure more than just a few would be sold.
              2-79 XS1100 SF
              2-78 XS1100 E Best bike Ever
              80 XS 1100 SG Big bore kit but not fully running yet.
              Couple of more parts bikes of which 2 more will live!

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              • #8
                I'm wondering how that UHMW will hold-up to brake fluid? We use it on the machines I build, and there has been times where it got ate-up by some of our cleaning chemicals . . .
                1979 XS1100F
                2H9 Mod, Truck-Lite LED Headlight, TECHNA-FIT S/S Brake Lines, Rear Air Shocks, TKAT Fork Brace, Dyna DC-I Coils, TC Fuse Block, Barnett HD Clutch Springs, Superbike Handlebars, V-Star 650 ACCT, NGK Irridium Plugs, OEM Exhaust. CNC-Cut 2nd Gear Dogs; Ported/Milled Head; Modded Airbox: 8x8 Wix Panel Filter; #137.5 Main Jet, Viper Yellow Paint, Michelin Pilot Activ F/R, Interstate AGM Battery, 14MM MC, Maier Fairing, Cree LED Fog Lights.

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                • #9
                  Ever thought about upgrading to aluminum ones instead?
                  Nathan
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                  1978 XS1100E
                  K&N Filter
                  #45 pilot Jet, #137.5 Main Jet
                  OEM Exhaust
                  ATK Fork Brace
                  LED Dash lights
                  Ammeter, Oil Pressure, Oil Temp, and Volt Meters
                  Green Monster Coils
                  SS Brake Lines
                  Vision 550 Auto Tensioner

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                  • #10
                    An aluminum one powdercoated white would be hard to spot....
                    Fast, Cheap, Reliable... Pick any two

                    '78E original owner - resto project
                    '78E ???? owner - Modder project FJ forks, 4-piston calipers F/R, 160/80-16 rear tire
                    '82 XJ rebuild project
                    '80SG restified, red SOLD
                    '79F parts...
                    '81H more parts...

                    Other current bikes:
                    '93 XL1200 Anniversary Sportster 85RWHP
                    '86 XL883/1200 Chopper
                    '82 XL1000 w/1450cc Buell, Baker 6-speed, in-progress project
                    Cage: '13 Mustang GT/CS with a few 'custom' touches
                    Yep, can't leave nuthin' alone...

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                    • #11
                      Originally posted by crazy steve View Post
                      An aluminum one powdercoated white would be hard to spot....
                      Or if not worried about being spotted, it could be painted black. I just hate that cloudy worn and ready to bust look of the stockers.
                      2-79 XS1100 SF
                      2-78 XS1100 E Best bike Ever
                      80 XS 1100 SG Big bore kit but not fully running yet.
                      Couple of more parts bikes of which 2 more will live!

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                      • #12
                        Well I also have an 80 midnight special and an 80 standard so it looks like I would have a working sample of all three styles. I did think about making them out of aluminum, but I kind of like being able to see my brake fluid level anytime. I guess I could also machine a pocket for an oil sight glass.
                        80 MNS; 80 F; 82 Maxim 650

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                        • #13
                          Joe,

                          I have heard that under the right conditions, UHMW is prone to warping. Would that be a concern for this kind of application?

                          BTW, I also would be interested in the aluminum M/C reservoir ...
                          Marco

                          Current bikes:
                          1979 Yamaha XS Eleven Special (SF)
                          1979 Honda CBX
                          2002 Kawasaki ZRX1200R

                          Rest in Peace, Don Glardon (DGXSER) 1966-2014
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                          • #14
                            I'd be interested

                            In one for a '79 Special and one for an '80 MNS.
                            Plastic or AL, but preferably plastic so I can read the fluid level.
                            79 SF & 80 LG MNS
                            73 & 74 RD 350's
                            73 Honda CL 450
                            Graveyard - '81 XS850 Special

                            All of my bikes are projects, maybe one day I'll have them running.

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                            • #15
                              I just ended up spraying my '78 chalky one with some Rustoleum Metallics spray. Been lookin sharp for years now. Since I change my brake fluid every spring and check it during the summer, its no biggie for me.

                              But, a new shiny opaque plastic one would be awesome too!
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