Parts shipment from Tom...

Posted: Thu Feb 13, 2014 6:42 pm

Howdy everybody:

It was my turn in the barrel today. Received a package this morning from TomK that included a $h!tpotfull of the complete brake system for my 1100F that he refurbished for me. As the pictures show, Tom's work was first class +1. Have some time to spare now as I sent this morning to Tom 5 pieces of aluminum for him to powdercoat, so I have a week or so to install the brakes, master cylinders and brake lines. I am sure they will turn out just as well as CBXDog's.

Posted: Thu Feb 13, 2014 7:05 pm

Isn't it fun unwrapping Tom's packaging? Smile

I had about a half hour into the last batch!
Truthfully...when unwrapped....you realize why they were wrapped that way....
You just can't beat a guy who not only powdercoats...but builds Honda's as well....

Jebby

Posted: Tue Feb 18, 2014 11:00 pm

Juanita wrote:

Howdy everybody:

It was my turn in the barrel today. Received a package this morning from TomK that included a $h!tpotfull of the complete brake system for my 1100F that he refurbished for me. As the pictures show, Tom's work was first class +1. Have some time to spare now as I sent this morning to Tom 5 pieces of aluminum for him to powdercoat, so I have a week or so to install the brakes, master cylinders and brake lines. I am sure they will turn out just as well as CBXDog's.

Yeah Lagavulin my favourite single malt

Posted: Sat Feb 22, 2014 2:11 am

My turn, again!

I got two out of three of my third set of calipers, and a set of engine side covers:

And cracked open a bit of Agave Juice (Reposado, of course), getting ready for a vacation in Mexico, starting next week.

Privileged to call Tom my friend.

Posted: Thu Mar 20, 2014 9:17 pm

No, no, no, it's my turn Very Happy

. Tom's package came in today and it is perfect. Still awaiting some left- and right-handlebar switches to come in from Falldown Phil and then I will be set to go riding. Here are a before and after pictures - be reminded that the chrome was peeling and chipped. Yes, it looked great from 10 feet, but now that I have Tom's, I will bet it looks quite a lot better. Thank you Tom.

Posted: Thu Mar 20, 2014 10:16 pm

My turn - This Kijima Ignition cover was rusty, gnarly old chrome, looked like a piece of scrap before Tom worked his magic

Edit - that is a dog hair in the center NOT a scratch

Posted: Thu Mar 20, 2014 10:36 pm

cbxdog wrote:

My turn - This Kijima Ignition cover was rusty, gnarly old chrome, looked like a piece of scrap before Tom worked his magic

Edit - that is a dog hair in the center NOT a scratch

Larry, where's the booze? Get with the program, LOL!

Posted: Fri Mar 21, 2014 12:08 am

John, the parts look great.
What colour powder is that?

Posted: Fri Mar 21, 2014 12:29 pm

smurdoch:

Steve, hopefully TomK will be here to let us know. To me, it is a cross between gleaming chrome and the original finish. TomK sent me several emails describing what he would do and I opted for this finish. It looks close enough to the original finish and I would be willing to bet that he has used this finished many, many times before.

Posted: Fri Mar 21, 2014 12:51 pm

That's my two stage chrome finish. The powders are basecoat chrome and topcoat is super wet durable clear. It ends up looking like a cross between polished aluminum and chrome. And yes, I have used it many, many times - it's generally what I put on the valve, alternator, and timing covers. It also looks good on handlebars and anything else you want to look polished. I've used on the valve covers for my 1100F, 900F, and VF1000F and it holds up fine over temperature.

Posted: Sat May 09, 2015 8:15 pm

tom once again did right by me. these pics are just phone ones so they don't do them justice. i took better pics and put them in my bike thread.
the thing that stuck out with me in dealing with tom is that even though he already has a customer for life with me, he treats me like he's still working for that. his customer service is as exemplary as the work he does. he's fast and his work is top notch. i sent him a bunch of stuff including so many bolt heads and nuts it was crazy. he did a fantastic job as always and the pics show it. thanks again tom!

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Posted: Sun May 10, 2015 3:25 am

What color is that on the lattice?

Chico

Posted: Sun May 10, 2015 3:59 am

Freaking fantastic Tom....I can't wait now!!!! C'mon 1100 so the 750 bits can take a trip to Red Sox country....

Posted: Sun May 10, 2015 4:20 am

chico wrote:

What color is that on the lattice?

Chico

Chico, it looks to me like that's going to be the color of the "new" side plates on the beast. I believe I'll bring an extra set with me when I go to Mass next week, and leave them with Tom for this treatment. Looks like a gunmetal gray. Way cool.

Posted: Sun May 10, 2015 10:17 am

hey chico, its called black chrome extreme. i had my valve cover done the same a couple years ago. i had the nuts, bolts and pedals done in the regular chrome finish which gives a bit of contrast. i had my side covers done in that chrome finish a couple years ago too. eric.

Posted: Mon May 11, 2015 2:15 am

The color looks great on the pics, hopefully you'll have it in the flesh at the Spring Event.

Chico

Posted: Tue Dec 01, 2020 8:59 pm

Carrying on the tradition with this mornings package from Tom K . Killer work, once again. Tom is a true artist and professional at what he does. And a super friendly guy who has been nothing but patient and kind to me this whole time.

Parts made it from the west coast to the east coast and back in about 2 weeks. Really good turn around and like those before me have stated, Tom does a great job packaging the parts and this time hooked it up with one of his shirts! Awesome Tom
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Beverage of choice in the picture is a cup of pour over coffee( sober over here)

Posted: Wed Dec 02, 2020 11:15 am

Top Shelf stuff!! I went back to the beginning of this thread, Tom, I forgot how long you have been doing this and the quality of your work continues to amaze the receivers!!

Cheers!
Chris

Posted: Wed Dec 16, 2020 2:56 am

Today received my rear wheel from Tom. Awesome work, fast turnaround and reasonable priced.

Posted: Wed Dec 16, 2020 11:06 am

Early Christmas present. Very nice.

Few people know of the health benefits of anise. In moderation of course. Laughing

Posted: Wed Dec 16, 2020 10:05 pm

Had Tom PC my airbox cover and blast my carb bowls that were gnarly corroded. Quality work as usual. Thank you, Tom!

Posted: Tue Feb 27, 2024 1:29 am

The tradition continues. If you haven't gotten a box like this from Tom over the last 10 plus years, you're missing out on grown up Christmas in whatever month it is...

Posted: Tue Feb 27, 2024 12:15 pm

Just got a box from Tom last week. The fun continues!

Posted: Tue Feb 27, 2024 5:26 pm

1980CB750F wrote:

Just got a box from Tom last week. The fun continues!

Pics and what are you drinking?

Cheers!
Chris

Posted: Wed Feb 28, 2024 2:56 am

I got newly powdercoated brake and clutch levers and a set of grab bars. They look great!
Currently abstaining from alcohol for lent. I do it every year. That first beer after Easter tastes really good tho!

MB-5 Joined: Jan 23, 2011 Posts: 12 Location: wellesley ma

After 3 years I'm still trying find something wrong with it.

Posted: Fri Mar 01, 2024 1:54 am

Welleslyan wrote:

After 3 years I'm still trying find something wrong with it.

I bet you'll be looking for a long time (to find something wrong with that bike), ride safely and enjoy!

Hawk Joined: Jul 14, 2012 Posts: 394 Location: New Zealand

Got Indicator stalks and Trip reset knob from tom.
A great improvement and excellent quality.

Posted: Mon Mar 18, 2024 11:58 am

Welleslyan wrote:

After 3 years I'm still trying find something wrong with it.

That's a beautiful bike!

MB-5 Joined: May 27, 2024 Posts: 2 Location: Northeast PA

I just got brakes, perches, and levers back from Tom K, the parts look fantastic, couldn't be more pleased!