Some progress!
Its been quiet on the bike front as i have been really busy with work, but never really took my eye off the ball regarding the bikes...
Firstly the tank, I had the tank welded by a 'Professional' welder (Ahem)...
I could have honestly done a better job myself, it was crap. Too top it all, it leaked like a knackered fridge, I was so disappointed i could have quite literally cried..
I asked the guy before he took on the job if he thought he could do it, and he said yes. I asked him could he make it fuel tight, again he said yes, but could not 100% guarantee this and suggested i sealed it after welding, which i agreed would be a good idea.
Now in hindsight i should have ran for the hills then, but the guy was quite confident, and we agreed a price.
When i collected it i was disappointed, and told him so. Im no welder but i reckon i could have done a better job. Things got a little awkward when it came to payment, small business in an industrial estate, he had a mate with him, and i was told it had to be paid or he wouldn't release the tank, i was over a barrel, so paid.
Long story short i have sealed it, but it still leaks, gaps i think were too big and the sealant (POR 15) left the odd tiny gap which of course is all petrol needs.
So, i have a tank that is basically useless, I'm so pissed off i have trouble talking about it. I don't do dirty laundry in public, but will happily share the places name on a PM basis with anyone in my area as id hate anyone else to go there for welding...
Moving on...
I had the inverted levers plated. I thought for a long time over 'Chrome or Nickel' and eventually went with Nickel. I am very pleased with the results, there are a few marks on them but that's through choice, didn't want them to 'stand out' too much, fitted them today and they look good!!