1930's Elgin

[Chainsaw]

That Reading is SWEEEEEEEET! Your frame definitely has the basis for this replica! My eyes are glued on this project. If things get a little tuff or come to a slowdown, just remember Lil' Chainy is counting on you!
I'm really excited about seeing this done!

We use to play horseshoes with a guy who started his motorcycle racing carrer on a Reading boardtracker. He later went on to riding Indians, Hendersons, Harleys. When boardtracking dried up, he turned to flattracking.
Last we talked he was pushing 90 and still throwing horseshoes and winning most of the games in his division! So this is part of my reason for loving your selection so much! That and I just love Boardtrackers .... period!
Good luck in the buildoff!
Chainsaw

[361Fury]

Thanks Chainsaw! That will help to keep me going! You are fortunate to have known that guy, wish I could have heard some of his stories about racing. Good luck in the buildoff!

[Chainsaw]

Fury, I'll see if I can dig any info up on him and his bike. I can't remember his last name but if I see it, it will be obvious to me. We've been away from horseshoes for 3 or 4 years, but I don't believe he is still alive. I'll check with some of the other pitchers and go from there. Someone is bound to know how I can get us some info. Whatever I can dig up I'll pass along!

[361Fury]

I know this isn't much of an update, I sandblasted the tank in a friends blast cabinet, same as I did with the frame. The tank is now painted and I found a pair of coke bottle grips I will use. Still havn't figured out what I will do for forks or wheels yet. I would use the original rims but I only have the rear wheel, the front rim was missing and I don't have one that matches it.

[361Fury]

I found a set of rims in the garage I forgot I had, so I will use these for the Elgin. I also found an old rear hub off a JC Higgins. I'm trying to use stuff I have laying around to keep this thing low buck. Got the front wheel apart and sandblasted the rim, this will be my first attempt at respoking a wheel.

[361Fury]

I'm not gonna make the deadline, still have to locate a few parts I need, but I will post pics when it's done. Lots of great bikes in this buildoff, it will be tough voting!

[sensor]

sorry to hear you wont make it was really looking forward to seeing this bike done!!!!!!!!! gonna be glad when you have time to post some completed pics..........seems like most of the ones i was looking forward to are gonna be after the build off!!!

[361Fury]

Thanks Sensor, it should be finished soon. There are several things I am doing for the first time on this bike, took more time than I thought it would!

[karfer67]

There are several things I am doing for the first time on this bike

good for you i know it is hard to do fresh things in the rat rod world but i applaud your efforts. cant wait to see this bike when done i know it will be right.

[361Fury]

Thanks Karfer, seeing yours and other members great bikes on this forum has given me the inspiration to try new things.

[xddorox]

That bike would have been a serious contender. Can't wait to see it finished.