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Post by jhbietz on Mar 17, 2011 21:12:30 GMT -6
I had to make a bracket to relocate the left bottom shock mount so that it would match up with the rite side. Attachments:
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Post by jhbietz on Mar 18, 2011 17:32:25 GMT -6
Anybody care about this thread? Maybe it should be in the custom section. Mods feel fee to move.
If nobody cares I will deeleate the thread and move on. I realize that this is not a project to many people would take on. Its much easier and maybe more cost effective to sell the 150 and buy a 250.
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Post by Alleyoop on Mar 18, 2011 17:56:56 GMT -6
Jhbietz,
No, by all means keep the pics coming I want to see and know how that sucker Cranks(HEHE).
Good job man.
And I would put it in the Custom Section since it is a Custom project. But no matter I at least am following your progress.
Alleyoop
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Post by Cruiser on Mar 18, 2011 18:08:21 GMT -6
Anybody care about this thread? Maybe it should be in the custom section. Mods feel fee to move. If nobody cares I will deeleate the thread and move on. I realize that this is not a project to many people would take on. Its much easier and maybe more cost effective to sell the 150 and buy a 250. I think this certainly qualifies as a custom. Probably no one else has done this or will attempt this again. The first post was correctly entered because you were asking about parts in relation to 250cc scoots. It gradually morphed into the history of a unique custom and with over 335 reads as of this post, I think there are a lot of members interested in your project. I will gladly move this to the custom section. |
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Post by jhbietz on Mar 18, 2011 20:21:50 GMT -6
There hadn't bean any response for the last 3 pages so I was beginning to think it was more for my own ego then for the enlightenment of others.
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Post by Cruiser on Mar 18, 2011 21:49:22 GMT -6
I think it's because you are in uncharted scoot territory and you seem to know what you're doing. Not many of us are talented enough and have the equipment to do this kind of work. I'm sure if someone sees a major goof, they will chime in. We are waiting for the fruits of your labors when you can fire up your creation. Don't be discouraged.
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Post by damin69 on Mar 18, 2011 21:51:09 GMT -6
Please keep posting up pics and giving updates. I cant wait to see Frankenstein come to life. :-)
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Post by jhbietz on Mar 19, 2011 8:37:42 GMT -6
Ok, will keep it going.
Thank you everyone for the encouragement.
Big thanks to Dave at Absolutely Scooters! He found a swingarm for me. Even though I made one I still want the factory part for future use. He is also sending an spedo with a temp gauge.
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Post by jhbietz on Mar 19, 2011 17:11:22 GMT -6
Today I got the cooling system done and started on the electrical. I soon figured out that the 250 uses a DC CDI. I went through all my extra parts an no luck so I had to order one. Bummer, I hoped to have it running tonight. As I was working on the cooling system I discovered the little hose coming off the thermostat housing. I'm not sure if it is for the carb and is no longer used or if its a bypass. I decided it use it as a bypass regardless. This is the part I made to hook it to. I will post pictures of the complete cooling system tomorrow. Attachments:
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Post by madcollie on Mar 19, 2011 19:36:17 GMT -6
Hey just cause I haven't replied don't take that as not interested. I'm keeping my mouth shut and watching closely. Your doing a fine job that you have a right to be proud of, keep posting please.
You have 3 thing I wish I had...
the tools to do this mod
the workshop to do it in
the talent to use the first two
M/C
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Post by damin69 on Mar 21, 2011 10:49:27 GMT -6
Hey just cause I haven't replied don't take that as not interested. I'm keeping my mouth shut and watching closely. Your doing a fine job that you have a right to be proud of, keep posting please. You have 3 thing I wish I had... the tools to do this mod the workshop to do it in the talent to use the first two M/C AMEN |
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Post by jhbietz on Mar 21, 2011 11:51:59 GMT -6
Sorry no new pictures yet. I figured out after trying to get some decent picks that I need to get the wiring done organized first. Its hard to get a good photo with multicolored spaghetti all over the place.
I really don't have any real fancy tools. I have a Forney arc welder from the early 60's, a Craftsman drill press, a 20 year old 4" grinder, an air powered cut off tool, and the normal shop tools.
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Post by Alleyoop on Mar 21, 2011 17:01:02 GMT -6
Jhbietz, You forgot the MOST important thing, How to use those tools. Many have a lot of stuff but are not proficient at using them  Alleyoop |
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Post by madcollie on Mar 21, 2011 18:17:35 GMT -6
And some of us have (for one reason or another) loss our tools and workshops. So all we can do is watch and admire. |
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Post by jhbietz on Mar 21, 2011 19:51:39 GMT -6
I learned from my uncle Lealand, the smartest and best machinist I have even known, its not the tools you have its bow you use them. It takes allot more time but you can do some amazing things with minimal tolls and a LOT of set up time.
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