davillio's boardtracker

[davillio]

the beginning of the build . It started as a Huffy womens saratoga 3 speed



tank template....this will become the hardest and most expensive project of the build.


motor mockup

hub sprocket from pirate cycles





Start of tank


tank was spot welded all seams filled with fiberglass cloth and two coats of fiberglass



one problem I had was the rear the forks were two close for tire clearance so I widened with a piece of wood and hand bent
them back



replacement brace for fender and rear fork support


seat support and fender mounts


sprocket for pedal chain tension but I hated everything about it
maybe next time


primer then wet sanded with 1000 grit paper


second of many coats of paint











few things to do like hook up light,change tank mounting bolts and perhaps add front disk brake and some pinstriping
Thanks for looking

 

[davillio]

link to you tube video http://youtu.be/cTs8_PFCNjs

 

[wheelbender6]

Looks great!

 

[deorman]

8) Making the cylinders black would give it a little more authenticity, IMO.

 

[wheelbender6]

I also like the fact that you rescued an old step thru bike frame to make your boardie.

 

[davillio]

thats a good idea I was thinking red or black but I think black would be better and the ladies bike are great cause they are cheap and you can do any bend you want. thanks for the suggestions