The project is finally complete! It was a long, slow winter, but the MC is ready for sale.
To recap ( I'm sure I am forgetting a few things ):
Intentionally left all stock
new-gen 250/300 front springs and rear shock
All fluids changed
new brake pads front & rear
cabs cleaned & serviced
petcock rebuilt
fresh / custom paint - black and silver ( nothing special )
good used tires
Everything works; ready to ride for the new owner.
* EDIT - I also did:
valves adjusted
spark plugs replaced