I’m all over the place on this project. Jumping from major components to other little stuff just trying to keep moving along while waiting on parts or waiting to figure something out. Most of my figuring out comes in the form of a phone call with Dorsey. Dorsey has been an invaluable source of information and a voice of reason to keep me on track. Below are photos of some of the things I have been doing.
Here’s my setup for test fire!
Some cleanup work on OE clutch and brake pedals. I replaced the pivot studs on both straps as well.
One of my biggest challenges is to save these roached fenders. I still have a way to go on them but they are coming along. Its definitely a challenge since there really is not much metal left to work with and I am not going to be covering them with any filler or paint. I will have to back up the panels on the back side for sure.
Linkert M16 posed a few challenges but I have it all worked out now.
I’m not a painter and wanted to go with all parts in the condition I got them but this primary cover was just too ugly in it’s primer red condition.
My handlebars are little tweaked. (to be addressed later)
Horn rebuild. Someone had been inside here before and had the points way out of adjustment. After getting everything where it should be and adjusted I now have a working horn.
New bushings were a must have on the box frame.
Test fitting the box. The box is in really good shape but there are issues. I have a dozen random holes to fill in and have already straightened out several wavy sections. I also have a dozen or so holes in the lid to eliminate but it now fits onto the box nicely.
Here’s a pic of my Deluxe seat on original pan before Wayne at Heather’s Leathers applies the antique black dye. Can’t wait to see how it comes out!