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Re: '75 850T ** Pictures Added** Newby Restoration Consideration
« Reply #30 on: August 17, 2019, 05:28:04 PM »
Thanks everyone for their input.  Decided to pull the trigger and start this adventure.  There isn't too many classic bikes that come up for sale around here that haven't already been restored in some fashion and the price reflects that fact.  I'm more interested in the journey than trying to justify the spend although intent to be a frugal as possible.  Looking forward to all the learning and will be leaning on all of you for assistance!

I'll start a thread in the Builds and Rebuilds section when I get started.  Thanks again...
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Re: '75 850T ** Pictures Added** Newby Restoration Consideration
« Reply #31 on: August 17, 2019, 07:49:56 PM »
I mated for life with Mistress Theresa back in 1983, and am tickled pink to say she runs better than new now (what with all the improvements I've given her). So who am I to tell you to walk away?  If you buy it, I wish you a long and happy life together. Make the best deal you can and don't keep track of what you spend thereafter.
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Re: '75 850T ** Pictures Added** Newby Restoration Consideration
« Reply #32 on: August 17, 2019, 08:30:01 PM »
Condition of forks?  I guess the gaiters will not hide any oil seepage... but the chrome's condition?

Fuel petcock looks a bit scary.  However, I am told that even if tank has pinhole corrosion - a Carwell (or Carswell?) or other two-part epoxy system can often deal with it... that is to say if the petcock is not structurally deficient.
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Re: '75 850T ** Pictures Added** Newby Restoration Consideration
« Reply #33 on: August 18, 2019, 09:53:15 AM »
And welcome to WG!  If you get the bike, be sure to start a thread on the rebuild section (if it requires significant work).  There is a lot of knowledge on this forum that can help you out of a jam. 
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Re: '75 850T ** Pictures Added** Newby Restoration Consideration
« Reply #33 on: August 18, 2019, 09:53:15 AM »

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Re: '75 850T ** Pictures Added** Newby Restoration Consideration
« Reply #34 on: August 18, 2019, 10:31:18 AM »
Welcome to the best Moto Guzzi web site in the world!

I see you are in Alberta, I am in Edmonton, if you need any help with your rebuild just pm me here on the site. I am going to be away riding in Europe for a couple months but will be back in November.

Jim

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Re: '75 850T ** Pictures Added** Newby Restoration Consideration
« Reply #35 on: August 18, 2019, 11:14:34 AM »
I realized I missed your post at the top of the page!   :embarrassed:

Welcome to the world of Guzzi!  Please consider joining MGNOC.  It is still a great organization and needs new blood.  The red suspender crowd can't keep it going forever.   :grin:

http://www.mgnoc.com/become_a_member.html

Besides the monthly E newsletter that keeps you up to date on all events Guzzi, you will be able to download the Contact List that can be invaluable while traveling if you need some help.
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Re: '75 850T ** Pictures Added** Newby Restoration Consideration
« Reply #36 on: August 18, 2019, 11:48:40 AM »
shiskowd, AND with your MGNOC membership you can download the 3 volumes of MGNOC Tips for Guzzis.  There will be invaluable information regarding your 850T in there. 

Having a copy of Guzziology by your side would be recommended also. 
Dave Swanson - Northern IL
1935 GTS
1968 V700
1973 V7 Sport
1974 Eldo
1974 Police Eldo
1976 Convert
1977 Lemans 1.2
1980 T3 California
1993 1000S - Sparklehorse
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2016 Griso SE - Beetle-ized
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2022 V85TT Guardia d'Onore
2023 V100S

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Re: '75 850T ** Pictures Added** Newby Restoration Consideration
« Reply #37 on: August 19, 2019, 11:15:13 PM »
Got the bike home and started to sort through a drawer full of receipts and notes.  Also donated to the forum and now a member of MGNOC, I'll need all the help I can get...  I'll start a Build and Rebuild thread shortly.  Thanks for all your support and encouragement!


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Re: '75 850T ** Pictures Added** Newby Restoration Consideration
« Reply #38 on: August 20, 2019, 05:45:41 AM »
Good going!
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1973 V7 Sport
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Re: '75 850T ** Pictures Added** Newby Restoration Consideration
« Reply #39 on: August 20, 2019, 06:33:59 AM »
Welcome to the best Moto Guzzi web site in the world!

I see you are in Alberta, I am in Edmonton, if you need any help with your rebuild just pm me here on the site. I am going to be away riding in Europe for a couple months but will be back in November.

Jim

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Re: '75 850T ** Pictures Added** Newby Restoration Consideration
« Reply #40 on: August 20, 2019, 07:56:45 PM »
Great news, glad to see you bought it. Welcome to the forum and to the strange world of Guzzi ownership. I thought the photos of your bike in the garage looked good. It looks even better in daylight. Well done.
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