the bobber comes home!!!

[hatch]

Just drug this home today...they're still out there. The first pic is of the original owner. (now deceased). It's been sitting quite a few years, but still kicks over. It's a 1949 45cube. It came with an extra motor, sheet metal,etc. Nice that it already has a Triumph fender on the rear!!!!...oh yeah...it was just around the corner from Donzies house....(he he he he he!!!!)...in my best Homer Simpson voice.

[hatch]

Next......

[29EHV8]

Great find.Tell us bout how you found it.Donzies didn't tell you know doubt!LOL.........Shiny

[SpeedRacer2002]

Thats sweet new tires and a seat and that thing is finished....

[hatch]

one more

[hatch]

A friend wanted me to go look at a 650 yamaha he wanted to buy...cheap, not running. When he told me about the yamaha, he also mentioned the lady had "an old harley or two" in the garage. One complete as you see, and an extra motor and usable things. Took about a month to persuade her to sell it at a reasonable price. Her son kept telling her..."put it on ebay"....cash talks...home it comes.

Since I got it home, I got the clutch working so I could see if it would kick over....It DOES!!!! happy happy joy joy joy!!!!!!

And no...Donzie didn't tell me about it....bad bad me!!!

[Rocky]

Excellent........that is the very same style bike I learned to ride...a '48 Harley 45 but it had a '47 "R" motor in it. A factory racing engine offered by H.D. It was my dad's motorsicle and he converted the springer front to a K-model hydraulic fork arrangement and changed the hand shift to an aftermarket foot shifter [that would hang-up if shifted too fast] He yanked anything that had no use, like lights,insturments, mufflers and front fender. Used a peanut tank and the rear fender was bobbed with the factory turn-up welded back on. A magneto replaced the distributor so no battery was required.... ran the 1/4 mile at 88 mph while missing 2nd gear shift.....
I'd fire it up and ride it around the countryside after coming home from school...get it home in time for the pipes to stop snapping and popping before the ol' man got home from work.......... You're gonna love it!

[hatch]

I also got the pieces in the first pic...rear fender with tombstone taillight, running lights, etc. I think I might just get it running and drive it "as is"...as you can see, I already took the sawzall to the "sissy bar"....(I have my limits!!!)....I owned a 1937 45 back in the eighties....not too fast, or comfortable, but definitely cool bikes....can't wait to get started!,,,looks like all other things in my life take a backseat now.... http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[choprods]

You Lucky Bastoid~~~~!!!! http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[LIMEY]

hope you get piles & can't sit on it!

good find, get some video when you first fire that sucker up, that'd be cool to see.

[Donzie]

Wow, great find Hatch. I had a 1942 45 Harley many years ago. Love the suicide clutch. I'm disappointed you cut the sissybar, I'd have thought you'd wanna keep it all "original"!

[hatch]

Well...it was either cut the sissybar, or add a wing..... http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif....progress update...progress update...got the clutch cable freed up.....the back wheel off, derusted the axle and aired the tire...it rolls....tomorrow its off the the battery store and rip the tanks off and steam em...

[skipstitch]

Cool find Hatch...you know, I'm not toooo good at fixin' wheel cylinders...but I might be able to help you out on something to cover the seat http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[BARNETT]

<font color="green">lucky jerk </font> http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif Nice find.

[SwitchbladeTeeth]

On the topic of old Harleys, A guy I met and know a little bit was wondering if I could point him towards some websites about points on the old flathead harleys (i.e. 1940) anyone able to point me towards some ?

[hatch]

So Skip....are you insinuating that my NEW seat has something to be desired????? http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif....

Hmmm....got any old "patina'd" leather layin around?????....I have some, but it is in the form of a 1950's Gen-U-wine HD jacket....Probably shouldn't cut it up for a seat cover.

[roadstar]

Nice score HAtch. that thing is sweet. I've wanted something like for ever. keep us posted. I curious to know if shes gonna run.

Oh , and how did you get the pic of the origanal owner? Thats kinda cool in a creepy sort of way, knowing he's no longer around http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif

[Fat Hack]

What a weird place to put the motor....get it over the rear wheel where it BELONGS!! http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/tongue.gif http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Throw on some Hatchibrand wheels, some apes, nasty ass pipes ...

...then don a little chrome brain bucket with a spike on top and I'll race your ass!! http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[hatch]

When she was looking for the title, the pic was with the other paperwork....I asked REAL nice if I could borrow it to make a copy and she OK'd it...Gotta return it on Tuesday.....Wouldn't it be great to ride the bike out to drop the pic off????....I'm THRASHIN!!!!!!!!!

[hatch]

Here's the extra added "pile"

[fuel pump]

I guess World Headquarters is goin 2 wheel http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif Can't wait to see it.

[trey]

thanks hatch, i made it through the day without getting jealous about something. sweet find, hope you got a good bargin on it. im glad to see that the sissy bar came off. now if you can send me a free triumph engine, it would be appreciated.


trey

[hatch]

I'm not saying what I paid, but I didn't steal it!!! I think I can get it going and then sell some extra parts, then I should be lookin good. I feel it was a bargain...how much of one, only time will tell.....progress update...progress update....cleaned the points and hotwired it...squirted some gas in it....it fired!!!!.......cant wait till I get the tanks cleaned out tomorrow. It did pump some oil on the floor(lines off), so I'm OK there.

[hatch]

One more....great looking bike....not so great looking owner...

[fab32]

That bike was really looking good until I saw that last picture.

Frank

[trey]

id donate some vital body organs to have a bike like that. i gotta get rich somehow...

trey

[Rocky]

Gonna keep the patina? Grammas will call it a rat-bike if you do. You'll hafta grow your hair and beard and get a chain drive wallet too....
Hey, izzit an optical confusion or is there a massive flat spot on the front tire? Just wonderin, as Tim says.

[roadstar]

I think you better Photo shop a REAL biker in there http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[hatch]

Yup...massive flat spot on both the tire and owner......we have BOTH been sitting for 25 years.


Real biker???....you mean a divorced orthodontist on a 20/20 bike(20k to purchase and 20k in accessories)??? http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Gotta keep the patina...this will be a 24 hour restoration.

[Dat Dirty Rat]

Kool find,,,can't wait to see what you do with it!

Dirty

[hatch]

Do with it???...shit...it's done!!!...didn't ya see the last pic?? http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Actually I am gonna get it running and driving first, then decide which direction to head.

[Donzie]

[ QUOTE ]
That bike was really looking good until I saw that last picture.

Frank

[/ QUOTE ]
Is this better?

[Rocky]

There it is, folks! Proof, even bikers love David Hasslehoff!

[fab32]

Donzie, A definite improvement, I like your computer skills. haha!!!

Frank

[kritz]

hatch, nice score...the original photo is a nice touch too (not as nice as mr. hasselhoff) the scary thing is the guy in the original photo looks EXACTLY like this guy i tattoo regularly...kinda spooky.

[Tuck]

hatch that bike rules! Damn you scored... it looks way better with out that ugly sissy bar. I would leave it just like it is the patina is kick ass... rat bike[tm]

what a story to boot... bet the kid is bark'n at his mom about letting it go. EBAY! haha... Funny her son didnt want it? hes prob some young married orthodonist living in the burbs driving his Volvo to work. http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif If he was smart he would've bought it from his mom and sold it on ebay...

bet your glad too... cuzz now your the new pimp on the block. That bikes gonna get you laid at the bar... at least it would in this town.

I wana take it for a spin RIGHT NOW with some old leathers and goggles a santa hat.... and wip shittys in the snow while licking my snot sickles off my lips- damn that would rule... but some of us can only dream~

You RULE
Tuck-

[Dat Dirty Rat]

[ QUOTE ]
Do with it???...shit...it's done!!!...didn't ya see the last pic?? http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

I know it is!,,I didn't mean 'do with it' like your going to change shit on it,,you'd be crazy too!..I meant as far as getting running &amp; where you go with it type of shit!!..Rock on &amp; enjoy 'your new found glory'!..

Dirty

[fuel pump]

Donnie,
Don't make me laugh at work like that! They think I'm typin emails http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/blush.gif

[hatch]

The son was OK...He's a roofer and likes his beer. More than once he told his mom..."Don't sell it too cheap, just cause Christmas is near...you gotta put the money in the bank". She didn't want her sons on motorcycles, so that made it a little easier.

[tinyelvis]

That is just FANTASTIC, I am way jealous! That red fender in your parts pile looks like the one that was on the bike in the pic. That original pic. is awesome!

Pretty soon you'll start morphing into that guy.. get some glasses that are the same.. same clothes... hehe.. it's haunted! You should sell it to me immediately as to not incur the wrath of the original owner! http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif

Congrats, it's gone to a good home no doubt.

Tiny

[roadstar]

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Donzi you RULE.

Hatch, that will be soooo cool if that things runs ok. I don't actually think rat bikes are a new trend, but they do have lots of attiude!

[dixiedog]

donzie - plug this one in

[Fat Hack]

Hatcherello!!!! http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[Tuck]

[ QUOTE ]
The son was OK...He's a roofer and likes his beer. More than once he told his mom..."Don't sell it too cheap, just cause Christmas is near...you gotta put the money in the bank". She didn't want her sons on motorcycles, so that made it a little easier.

[/ QUOTE ]

Thats the best... that motorcycle is better than money in the bank. I dont know what you paid for it but im sure its cheap enough that it would take her YEARS to make up the diff in intrest.

Hatch = Ruler
MADHATCH would be more fitting... it looks like a madmax bike. Can you picture tina turner on the back? hell yeah!

[mytlo56]

Great find man. Wow!

My two cents:

Tear it down, have the frame, wheels, and fork blasted &amp; coated, get everything mechanical in tip-top shape &amp; back to shiney, get a few select chrome bits redone (not everything), put it back together w/ the patina'd tank, fender, and other bits, a reupholstered seat (horse hide) and ride baby ride.

Here's a pic. for inspiration. Different model...but bad ass'd for sure.

[skipstitch]

Nope, no old hydes layin' around the shop...but I could toss one out in the farmers field behind the shop and let the pigs walk on it for the winter http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif The old HD jacket could be kinda cool. Nothing's sacred right!?

[Donzie]

Had to do it!
Hmmm, so it was around the corner from my house huh? Now it's revenge!!

[truth]

Hatch, that's one hell of a score, man! Be sure to put progress photo's up, man. Those finds are getting harder and harder to come by....!

[Rocknrod]

Now thats a bike... I like it http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

[beatnik]

Very cool find Hatch, between you, Donzie, Tinyelvis, and my little Triumph project we got are own little motorcycle gang.


Donzie you're hilarious, nice pics.


http://photo.starblvd.net/beatnik/2-2-3.jpg

[Donzie]

Dang Gus, that's cool. I didn't know you were working on that. Just between you, me and the fence post, I might be selling or trading off my bobber project. I'll know more in a few days.

[AHotRod]

You luck S.O.B.
I'll give you $100.00 bucks right now!

[Brootal]

[ QUOTE ]
... I already took the sawzall to the "sissy bar"....(I have my limits!!!)...

[/ QUOTE ]

Yeah. "Cool Bikes and Square Sissy Bars" doesn't quite have the same ring to it. http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Cool find hatch. Funny thing though. You're writing sounds a lot younger than you look. <ducks> http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif

[fab32]

Steve, times up on the 24hr restoration. I'll be over tomorrow for lunch. I'll follow you to the Bully in my truck so I can report to everyone how you look on board. You will be riding it to lunch won't you?

Frank

[fab32]

Broothal, His writing sounds that way 'cause he never grew up.

[hatch]

Thanks Brootal..that's a nice compliment....I guess I have always placed more importance in "doing things" as opposed to "having things".....things are fun, but not necessary for true happiness.....I feel like I stopped aging at 18.

[Brootal]

[ QUOTE ]
Broothal, His writing sounds that way 'cause he never grew up.

[/ QUOTE ]

Exactly what I plan on doing... not doing???

http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Love your work hatch.

[manyolcars]

Hatch, I have a 1946 45 that I have ridden for 28 years. Let me know if I can help you. I have some other 45s. I am interested in buying any parts you will sell. Bruce Wayne

[Impala53]

30 yrs. ago I bought my first Harley, a 1943 45 inch. That bike got me home on one cylinder more than once. Those flatties are bullet-proof. I'd love to have it back...and I'll bet it's still running...somewhere. You got a real piece of history there, hang on to it. NOS parts are out there, look on egay, swapmeets. Leave it to Harley to produce that motor right up to '73 or so! Yup, I got a parking ticket in the 80's from a metermaid on a flathead! Have fun!

[Reverendcolin]

Nice find. With a little work you can get that 45 to hit the 70 MPH mark. Make sure you go through the tranny. They are a pain in the ass to push home.

[tinyelvis]

Yeah Beatnik! http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif We could have a Gay Michigan Motorcycle Gang.. we'll call ourselves the RUDE BOYZ!! HAHAHA remember that anyone??? THose guys ROCKED!

[hatch]

I think the Rude Boyz rode Schwinns...... http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[Rocknrod]

Ya... What kind of power they push outa those?

The prices on parts looks to be more to my budget... http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

[hatch]

Gonna drive ya crazy....update...update....looks like I'm gonna keep the Triumph fender for incentive to locate and build an early 650 rigid.....


Today the bike got the original bobbed rear....also pulled the heads and checked the pistons...little loose, so I'm gonna freshen up the topend...rebuilt one carb of the three..lookin good so far...hatch

[fuel pump]

The sneakers gotta go.

[hatch]

Too cold to be barefoot....

[BLAKE]

I fixed that tennis shoe - http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

The bike rocks! Keep the updates coming...

[Donzie]

Yer killin' me here Hatch. Why don't ya just hand me a loaded gun? http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[fuel pump]

The Fonz in tennis shoes?? I think not http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

[Donzie]

Ok, so I fixed it.

[orange52]

Wow, What a great bike. It reminds me of that 80's movie "streets of fire". Goofy flick but I loved the cars and bikes.

[Rocknrod]

Wow... that was quick... are the head gaskets re-useable or something? http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

Who sells parts for stuff that old... http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif

[kustombuilder]

NICE BIKE. no wonder Donzie wants you dead! http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[hatch]

Screwed the extra motor together last nite...temporary shop decoration!!!

[Rocknrod]

... Temproary boat ankor for the parts bath... http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

[Donzie]

I think you otta at least let me have the extra motor. My garage is bigger than yours and you need the room. Could we make that fit in my Yamaha frame? Now THAT would piss some people off!!

[hatch]

That's the motor I want to dress up with all sorts of cool billet stuff....now THAT would look great in your Yamaha frame. http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[kustombuilder]

hey GUS. what did you do to my bike??? you did'nt strip my very first flame job off that tank did you??? that'll be worth a fortune one day when i'm super dooper famous http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif LOL..... whats the plan any holmes. i've been curious what your doing with it....

[TINGLER]

Hatch,
I don't know if anyone has asked yet, but...

Why haven't you taken a pic of yourself on that thing, NAKED wearing a german helmet.

Appearantly you don't quite have the hellfire yet...

Seriously though, thats a cool bike. I would LEAVE IT AS IS. Man....seriously.
I am all kinds of jealous.

JT.

[hatch]

Don't be jealous....just keep looking for the next one stashed away. I'm in my fifties and this is the first "real find" I've ever experienced. And it was all started on a short ride with a friend to look at a yamaha....

And yes...it stays the way you see it!!! I don't even plan on washing it.

[fuel pump]

Wash it??? Hell you don't even wash yer socks do ya http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[Rocknrod]

So does anyone sell aftermarket parts for the flatheads?

http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif

[hatch]

Yup....this place has Everything!! www.45restoration.com (http://www.45restoration.com)

[Rocknrod]

Found a slick webpage... http://groups.msn.com/FlatheadWorld/membersbikepics.msnw?Page=1

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[hatch]

Great pages....thanks a bunch!!!

[Rocknrod]

Hey... I gotta thankyou... I've been trying to figger out what style bike i'm gonna build... I found it!

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[Sam F.]

Hatch,your bike RULES... http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif


i hope that you know i hate you now http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[hatch]

Got this seat pan with the extra parts...stuck it on and it actually feels comfortable!!!...think I'll hook up the spring assembly and live with it "as is"....whadda ya think?...look OK???

[hatch]

HEY...I just thought of something...WHERE"S GERM????...thought he might like to see some "Michigan Gay Patina"

[Rocknrod]

Dumb question... Whats the horsepower potential of these flatheads?

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[hatch]

The "high compression" model was 6 to 1...that should explain it. http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif..like any other motor, money makes more horsepower. One modification from the old days was to put a sportster top end on a 45 bottom. It was called a magnum. That got em breathing!!

A friend of mine still owns and races his dads 1930's 45 racer. His dad was a factory sponsored rider..."Leo Anthony".

Leo Jr. has used that bike in the vintage races at Daytona. It hauls ass!!!

[Reverendcolin]

I picked up a pair of 45 WLA's in the early 70's. $60. for the pair. They were in the basement of a motorcycle shop (Hodaka) in Cohoes NY. Went home and got a good HD 6 volt battery, a couple sets of points, tools and some clean gas and was able ride them both home...one at a time.... Those days are long gone.

BTW I've rode many Indian and Harley 45's, I've seen several vintage bike races with 45's.
First, Indians were a better bike and second they just ain't fast. They may look it when they are racing each other but.....

As someone already stated. 45 restoration (http://45restoration.com/) 45 restoration has a lot of aftermarket and some NOS stuff. A lot of aftermarket stuff sucks so be careful. If you should order anything from Warren, at 45 rest. Tell him I sent you. He may charge you a little more but the parts will be top notch.

[hatch]

The last one I had was a 1937wla....I had other bikes to ride, so it sat. Slow and uncomfortable, but cool looks.

[panheadpete]

rocky, 88 mph? that's flying ,the best my 65 pan ever did was 89 streching the rods in the top of 3rd gear. hatch awsume bike!

[hatch]

One more pic of the 37 and my son. (in 1985)

[Rocknrod]

6:1 !!! EEEEK How much can you take off the heads? How much can the rods/crank handle? Whats max RPM?

... might talk myself outa the motor LOL! http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

[hatch]

I've never hopped one up, but I am going to look into it for this one. I know the motors are almost indestructible, but they are low revving.

[Rocknrod]

Hmm... guess one of those roots blowers on the side would speed em up... http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/tongue.gif

[Reverendcolin]

Try to find a copy of "Questions and Answers" A Mechanical Manual for Beginner and for Experienced Motorcyclist"

This was the bible of Harley and Indian before you could find E-manuals. The one I have now is a repop done by
Antique Cycle Supply Inc.
Cedar Springs, Mich. 49319
(616) 636-8200
LINK (http://http://www.antiquecyclesupply.com/)

This one has a copyright of 1985. Lots of spec's and good information. There’s a nice section on The Essentials of Speed which covers mostly Flatheads. Everything you ever wanted to know and you can do most of the work with hammers and files. (Kidding)

[hatch]

Thanks Rev!!

[Fat Hack]

Just for fun, walk into your local Harley Davidson Mega-Mart and ask the guy at the counter (wearing his Official Harley Davidson Counterperson Coustume) about your 45 Flattie. Ask him what parts or litterature he has available for them.

I did that last year and it woulda been hillarious if it wasn't so pathetic! Here's a "Dealer Trained Parts Specialist" that had no CLUE what I was talking about...he thought about it for a minute, then said "I don't know what you mean by '45', but I assume you're asking about a PANhead???".

I giggled inspite of his ignorance, then came back with, "Naw....just show me where the Harley Davidson underwear, coasters, clocks, puzzles, jewelry, toys, games, salt &amp; pepper shakers and socks are."

Then, Einstein wrinkles his brow deep in thought and says "We have stuff like that all over the store." At that point, I HAD to laugh out loud!!!

Wicked cool scoot, Hatch...but don't expect the Weekend Yuppie Bikers to let ya join their little Coffe House Harley Gangs...you're STILL a Gay Bitch! (with a cool bike!!)

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[hatch]

Donzie better wax up the tub.....I'm after his chicks

[hatch]

Funny thing Hack...I called the dealer yesterday to see if they had a battery in stock.....got the young whippersnapper on the line...took ten minutes...had him totally frustrated....I could hear the background chatter and it was hilarious. NOT A CLUE!!!!!!!

[roadstar]

You have to admit, those old scooters look damn good all cleaned up and painted too.

You could do to match the roadster Hatch, skull graphics and all.

[hatch]

Oh yeah...can't wait to show up on this greasy old thing at the first gathering.... piss off all the divorced orthodontists when nobody looks at their evo.....see no evo, hear no evo, speak no evo!!!! http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[Fat Hack]

[ QUOTE ]
see no evo, hear no evo, speak no evo!!!! http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[/ QUOTE ]

http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif Classic...that NEEDS to be on a t-shirt!!! http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[hatch]

I've been doing shiny all my life...this one stays "as is"...even if it scares the hot babes away http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[hatch]

Hack....get your pencils out and we can do some shirts.

[Fat Hack]

"My jacket's in the kitchen...please don't write on it."

Ha Ha..I'm game!! http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

[Reverendcolin]

You'll be hard pressed finding many Shovelhead parts at the local HD dealer.

I needed a set of manifold adaptors for a shovelhead. (They are a pair of hard plastic O-rings that convert O-ring heads or manifold to Rubber band)

I went through the entire parts dept before they started bringing out the mechanics. None knew what it was. Finally the owner came out and told me they didn't carry them.

Talk to the parts people. Find one that knows their Ass from their elbow, and stick with him (or her) Lucky for me an old bike friend is working for that dealer now.

[hatch]

Back in the eighties I worked at a HD dealership for the summer. Now a 3rd generation dealer and they all know their stuff. Just a two hour drive to get there.

[Rocknrod]

Isnt that with most stuff?

... craftsman tool: It broke I want a new one! ... um... what is it?

Chevy dealer, I need starter bolts for a sb 350... uh non on the parts shelf... go check at the ford body shop down the road they carry stuff like that!

I dont get it... http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif

[Rocknrod]

So whats involved in adding some apes to the old style springers? I've been looking and cant find any that... bolt on. http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

[hatch]

All ya need is some "dog bone" risers and standard apes.

[Rocknrod]

gotcha... same design as the rest of the tripple trees? Just the two studs out 'n the open?

...

Is 3k about right to rebuild one of these flattys? Kinda insane pricing... for what they are imo http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shocked.gif

[=mike=]

I miss mine everyday . It is out there somewhere taunting me silently , hopefully still on the road . http://www.sacredkarts.org/karts/mikes-55-harley01.jpg

[Rocknrod]

Cool site http://victorylibrary.com/45MAG.htm

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[silent rick]

i have all the parts to put together a 45 magnum. i'm at the point now where the cases have to be opened up for the sporty jugs and new holes drilled to bolt them down.

because the two motors are so similiar, i was wondering if since i was into the cases already, if i couldn't use the sportster wheels and rods also. the set i have are lightened, polished and balanced, alot of work already in them. i got them from a flat tracker. even got a set of cool wr tanks. they're flat sided and narrower than the street version.

the stock 45 frame does have to be opened up to fit the magnum motor in it.

[Hansen]

the magnums are known for being.........well......less than reliable

the cases arent up to the task

unless you baby it, but who wants to do that?

[Rocknrod]

http://www.randysmith.info/articles.htm

[Rocknrod]

http://victorylibrary.com/enigmas2.htm

[Rocknrod]

wonder if you could have some more aluminum welded in to "beef em up"

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[Rocknrod]

What parts break on the magnums?

Doesnt look like it would be hard to acomplish... http://www.jalopyjournal.com/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

[1bdsinner]

I have a 47 - 45 flatty with a 21 over front end with 3 speed w/reverse servi car transmisison. I just split the cases and all new bushings cams the whole bit. hat 45 restoration is where i got all my stuff and there used to be a guy in Santa Fe,New Mexico named David Sarafan i believe where I got some of my engine parts. I think that frt end I have weighs more than the rest of the bike. Good luck and have fun with it .They are not fast but when you roll up to the local biker bar and watch everyones jaw drop you are the baddest mo fo there on a flatty. I just sold 59 panhead all 70's choppa.... I am stepping away from the bike thing a lil bit and now working on a 24 ford t....Sinners-AZ.C.C.......