CompletFrameFab3.jpg
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Getting the rear to curve was a little tricky, but the end result was where it needed to be to maintain the lines of the bike. A little filler to smooth it out and it will be great. Going all metal also means that any damage can be repaired pretty ea...
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frame2.jpg
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Close it all in with whatever welding ability you have or prefer. I only had my MIG with flux core available this weekend due to a faulty regulator. So it was spot welds. Ugly, but effective.
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IMG_0185.JPG
187 hits | 64.53 KB | Posted: 8/29/14
Finally got paint and clear on the frame after all the body work and endless sanding. Happy with the results and shape of the bike.
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Working the filler is a long process and the sanding is labor intensive. But it is looking as planned and when the paint goes on, the lines will flow very nicely.
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engine2.jpg
193 hits | 57.5 KB | Posted: 7/6/14
Clean and happy!
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Rebar.jpg
193 hits | 66.35 KB | Posted: 7/18/14
Did not have the right size round bar laying around, but I did have some rebar that was just right! soaked it in rust inhibiter and BAM! The Fuel cock access is born!
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wheel.jpg
195 hits | 54.01 KB | Posted: 7/6/14
Shiny!
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concourse.jpg
197 hits | 53.06 KB | Posted: 7/6/14
This little gun is awesome for small projects. Great control, excellent spray. Never an issue. Eastwood Concourse. No kidding. An Eastwood gun!
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tankon.jpg
199 hits | 70.53 KB | Posted: 7/7/14
With the tank on for the final fit. I cut the rear as well and ran all tubes so they flow the same lines forming a double V or chevrons, if you will, for the lower portion of the frame.
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Rightsideframe.jpg
200 hits | 70.92 KB | Posted: 7/7/14
The right side is the same as the left without the fuel access.
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framestart.jpg
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Big things have small beginnings.
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engine.jpg
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Nasty and unhappy.
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framestart2.jpg
207 hits | 60.61 KB | Posted: 7/6/14
And now for the ribs.
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207 hits | 64.4 KB | Posted: 8/29/14
Stripped the tank bare and put a fresh three coats of BLVD Black on, followed by three coats of clear. A little wet sanding with 2000 and a quick polish in a few days and it will be solid.
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Frame1.jpg
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Tail3.jpg
208 hits | 63.54 KB | Posted: 7/15/14
Sheet metal for the tail.
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frame3.jpg
209 hits | 57.6 KB | Posted: 7/6/14
Careful measuring and lots of eyeballing to get the other side the same dimensions. However, there is a fuel cock on this side!!
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leftsideframe.jpg
209 hits | 70.21 KB | Posted: 7/7/14
I added an extra half inch tube to the top of the cage to fill in the gap a little more. It snugs the frame up to the tank for a better looking fit. This pic also give a good idea of the fuel cock recess and access.
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tail2.jpg
209 hits | 57.71 KB | Posted: 7/14/14
I will cut and shape the lower tail frame so it smooths out better, then sheet metal it in and begin paint prep. Almost done.
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IMG_0605.JPG
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IMG_0695.JPG
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Decided to replace the cylinder head gasket anyway, very dirty in there. Going to clean it up.
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dryfitting2.jpg
215 hits | 69.97 KB | Posted: 10/11/14
Ready for rubber.
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tail.jpg
219 hits | 57.32 KB | Posted: 7/14/14
Add the rod to shape the tail.
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IMG_0603.JPG
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swingarm.jpg
222 hits | 37.44 KB | Posted: 7/6/14
Black it out...
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CompletFrameFab2.jpg
223 hits | 65.22 KB | Posted: 7/18/14
The tail fits the seat very well. After a little filler to smooth out the sharp edges, it will flow nicely.
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tail4.jpg
224 hits | 59.39 KB | Posted: 7/15/14
From the rear.
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dryfitting1.jpg
229 hits | 63.72 KB | Posted: 10/11/14
Lining up the forks.
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IMG_0193.JPG
237 hits | 82.19 KB | Posted: 8/29/14
Added two extra coats of clear to the wheels. They look a lot better.
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IMG_0604.JPG
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IMG_0606.JPG
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dryfitting4.jpg
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Superbike bars are on and I really like the look.
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IMG_0696.JPG
244 hits | 67.65 KB | Posted: 6/8/14
Valve cover gasket was leaking pretty bad. Replacing all gaskets for a fresh start.
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tail5.jpg
247 hits | 47.95 KB | Posted: 7/15/14
Sheet metal tacked in from the side. Still have some shaping and paint prep.
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CompletFrameFab.jpg
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Metal work is done. A good washing before paint prep.
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brakes.jpg
252 hits | 76.18 KB | Posted: 10/17/14
I relocated the rear brake reservoir to be under the front seat bracket.
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dryfitting3.jpg
265 hits | 65.52 KB | Posted: 10/11/14
Rubber and brakes are on the bike.
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IMG_0610.JPG
268 hits | 70.17 KB | Posted: 4/5/14
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vapordash.jpg
274 hits | 79.95 KB | Posted: 10/11/14
Simple dash to match to the tail.
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Buttoned1.jpg
274 hits | 62.01 KB | Posted: 10/17/14
Just need to install the shorty exhaust.
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IMG_0608.JPG
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tailLEDs.jpg
278 hits | 49.79 KB | Posted: 10/11/14
Simple tail section.
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dryfitting5.jpg
280 hits | 56.07 KB | Posted: 10/11/14
Getting closer.
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dryfitting6.jpg
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The gold hand controls are amazing in contrast to the black skin.
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