Post by digitalman on Oct 18, 2013 16:34:18 GMT -6
After completely removing all the plastic body panels, I'm actually pleased with what I've found. There are a number of mount points on the frame that outright aren't used, effectively proving that something else out there uses the same frame, though I know not what. I took dozens of pictures during the disassembly, but I'm not sure which ones would be useful in identifying replacement parts or a body swap.
Thankfully, using it "naked" may actually work for the most part. The seat (which does need replacing) is supported by nothing but the bucket beneath it, the floorboard bolts right to the frame, and the rear lights and fender function as more of a base for everything else to screw into, so they support themselves just fine. May even be able to use the front panels alone to reduce drag, and hold the turn signals. That does leave me still needing the headlight and speedometer holders, but they obviously don't have to bolt to any other parts. I'm hoping for something with hand-guards and a windshield
Also, this is the exact speedometer the Manco Hornet comes with. It being sold so generically tells me that something else must use it, and therefore (probably) have suitable plastic around it.
Thankfully, using it "naked" may actually work for the most part. The seat (which does need replacing) is supported by nothing but the bucket beneath it, the floorboard bolts right to the frame, and the rear lights and fender function as more of a base for everything else to screw into, so they support themselves just fine. May even be able to use the front panels alone to reduce drag, and hold the turn signals. That does leave me still needing the headlight and speedometer holders, but they obviously don't have to bolt to any other parts. I'm hoping for something with hand-guards and a windshield
Also, this is the exact speedometer the Manco Hornet comes with. It being sold so generically tells me that something else must use it, and therefore (probably) have suitable plastic around it.