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Heres my build off bike,time to get started I guess!
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Re: 50' HiaWhatThe

CWC will make a good showing in this build off. Looks like it's been repainted at least once. I'm looking forward to seeing what you do with it.
 
Re: 50' HiaWhatThe

Cool starting point. I look forward to seeing what you do.
 
Re: 50' HiaWhatThe

Great bike & great name also! I will be watching this one.
 
Re: 50' HiaWhatThe

Great bike to start with :!: I've got an earlier version of this bike I'm considering for the build-off but can't decide.....I am definitely curious to see what you do with this one :) Good luck with it :!:
 
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tin machine said:
hey man , that bike is smokin vintage , love the patina !!! wow , not sure i would ratrod that ? but wow looking forward to your build :mrgreen:
I know Tin,it was a tough decision.It needs more than it appears to restore to original and cost would be high.I dont have the heart to damage it in any way so it will be a reversable build should I decide to restore it later.
 
Re: 50' HiaWhatThe

Awesome frame :p Best name yet I think :wink:
 
Re: 50' HiaWhatThe

Getting a late start but better late than never.Heres a peek at whats crackin in the basement!
see Tin buddy,things are worse than ya thought,,pinholes in tank.
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Vans representing,ah the 80's
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leather
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sneak peak at possible parts,nothing decided yet
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had to cut off one side of the axle (seized nut),thank gooodness for air tools
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Re: 50' HiaWhatThe

After diving into this bike I dont feel bad about Ratting it.everything is kinda shot and was stuck.
Cut off crank arm,air hammer/chisel for the crank nut,pounded out gooseneck.But anyhoo she's down to frame and fork.Also had to spot weld the kickstand nut underneath to keep it from spinning.
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Re: 50' HiaWhatThe

Hi! I see you have all the makings of a great build! Starting with a Cleveland Welding Tanker w/ Springer - doesn't get any better as far as I'm concerned. Did that come with a CWC Chain Guard? If not I'll look in my storage space and see if I have one. Have Fun! Robert
 
Re: 50' HiaWhatThe

Road Master said:
Hi! I see you have all the makings of a great build! Starting with a Cleveland Welding Tanker w/ Springer - doesn't get any better as far as I'm concerned. Did that come with a CWC Chain Guard? If not I'll look in my storage space and see if I have one. Have Fun! Robert
Nope never got the guard with the bike,darnit
 
Re: 50' HiaWhatThe

Lookin great so far buddy! Can't wait to see what you do with it. BTW my wife has a road master with the shockmaster fork on it & that baby rides like a cadillac! (yes I do ride it) One of the best riding bikes we have!
 

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