Back at it. First step was to get the front forks installed into the triple clamps. The forks themselves were rebuilt awhile ago. They were still oil-tight, but the fork "gaiters" (the accordion dust seals) look a bit worse for wear. We might have to replace them before we give the bike away.
The wheel went on next, being sure to include the spacer on the right, and the speedo drive on the left.
We test-fitted the exhaust headers, and realized the exhaust bracket that was rough-fabbed last year needed to be cleaned up. First some work on the grinding stone to get rid of sharp edges, and then off to the wire wheel to prep it for paint.
At session's end, starting to really look like a bike again. We need to do some painting, and track down some rubber bushings (that are no longer available... Mr. S will hit up some of the interweb forums for help). We'll be able to finish off the exhaust, add the carbs, and start re-routing the wiring. I think we've timed the current "scrambler" craze just perfectly!
When will you be selling raffle tickets on this bike ? I would like to buy some.
ReplyDeleteHi Sue, as soon as its finished, we will raffle it off. I really hope we get it completed by Mid-March, so we can sell tickets and raffle it off before the end of the 2016 school year. Again, only 500 tickets will be sold at $10 each. Thanks for your interest.
ReplyDeleteMy Boyfriend and I have been following the build. Great work kids !!! We will keep watching and hope to be able to buy some tickets before they sell out.
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