My build thread - KZ440

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This spring weather has given me the build fever. So last night I made a little progress.

First, I have a bad front brake light switch. Ordered one through the dealership. Got a call yesterday that the switch is discontinued. Then I found one of my new favorite parts site, www.z1enterprises.com . I didn't see what I was looking for online. So I called them. The guy was really helpful and steered me to what I need. It is a banjo bolt/switch. Cool, huh.

So I went home and took out the banjo bolt to make sure I had the correct pitch to order the new one. That led me taking a look at the master cylinder. Holy crap that thing was nasty. 30 yr old brake fluid and gunk. Took it apart and cleaned it good. Put it back on and flushed all the old dark brown fluid. Got some fresh fluid in and bled the line. Got good pressure. So I have brakes.

Still waiting on the switch and the carb float.

Gonna get with my welder friend to help me with remounting the rear brake pedal, fender tabs, and chain roller.

I can actually see the end in sight. Gonna be riding her this spring.