Topic: progress on my bobber project

[Ernie]

if anyone would like to see the progress you can go here http://www.sohc4.us/gallery/v/members/personal/Ernie/ still a long way to go but its shaping up pretty well i think  lemme know what ya think and any suggestions you might have please !!!!

[burmashave]

It *is* shaping up well!  Nice lines.  Do you have plans for the seat yet?

[Ernie]

thnx ,im thinkin im gonna make the pan then have it upholstered.

[scunny]

nice lines, that tail section snicks right in there, looking forward to more pics

[bill440cars]

        Ernie,

               First let me say that the style, that you're going for, isn't really my cup of tea. That being
       said, I have to tell you that it looks like you've got a plan and you're going for it and that's cool.
       It looks like you are really working it out. burma's already asked about the seat, so I won't go there.
       What about the front fender and lights? Even though it's not a style that I'd go for, I'm always
       interested to see what the other guy is doing and I will be watching to see your progress. Keep up
       the good work and LOL.

                                                               Later on, Bill    

[Ernie]

you can veiw the lighting here http://www.sohc4.us/gallery/v/members/personal/Ernie/DSCN1546gyhrtr.jpg.html .I havent mounted the front tire yet because Im waitin for a new rim and chrome spokes,the only thing Im kinda worried about is the exaust system im loking for a 4 into 2 w/ turnedout ends they had em at cycle x http://www.cyclexchange.net/index%20pics/July%20crisscross%201.JPG but havent returned my emails the paint will be either black and candy copper or cream and candy copper since im going for a 50s/60s look  everyone tells me i shouldnt put so much time and money in this old bike but Im really exited about it and enjoy the work if you can call playing with your bike work 

[Ernie]

oh and I think im staying with the origanal  front fender because it allready has a vintage look with the brace ,but will be painted to match the bike...........I figured on atleast 5 replys

[Roach Carver]

ok, let me get my 2 cents in. It ain't half bad. If it were mine (its not) I would remove that spike part at the bottom of the  rear fender and round it out to mimick the front a bit more. I would also lower it some more to get the tire up into the fender a bit, but that may happen when it is assembled with fuel and rider. Looks like your doin a great job.

I am editing to make sure no feelings are hurt......... It looks good to me. I can tell you have put some serious thought and time into your bike.

[Rocking-M]

Looks great Ernie, maybe we'll see you on the road down here in Virginia one day.

[Ernie]

ok, let me get my 2 cents in. It ain't half bad. If it were mine (its not) I would remove that spike part at the bottom of the  rear fender and round it out to mimick the front a bit more. I would also lower it some more to get the tire up into the fender a bit, but that may happen when it is assembled with fuel and rider. Looks like your doin a great job.

I am editing to make sure no feelings are hurt......... It looks good to me. I can tell you have put some serious thought and time into your bike.

your absolutely right man the tire does need to go up into the fender another inch but i like the top profile so I figure im going to move the tire up, not the fender down  and thank you guys for your imput its important to me!

[Roach Carver]

I agree whole heartedly. I think the fender is perfect on the frame. just the tire seem too far away.

[Ernie]

started working on the seat pan today,its looking good so far will post pics tomarrow, oh yea I ordered the exaust today too WooHoo !!!!

[GoatBaSS]

Just a Q; How do you get the rear tire out?

[Ernie]

Well ya just loosen the 3 bolts that hold the fender in place and remove the fender then the tire as usual i thought about hinging the fender but i figured it wouldnt be a big deal to just remove it. the seat uses the original hinge and lock so access is a breeze.This whole build is designed so that i didnt have to cut or modify the frame in anyway,the tank also uses the original mounting system so it would be just a matter of bolting on the old parts if i decided to got back to the original configuration.

[GoatBaSS]

I feel you.
Mods within the confines of the structure you are given are very cool in my world. Work with what you got. Seems to be a family mantra.

[ohiocaferacer]

Look'n good Ernie!!

...any plans on lowering it??

[Ernie]

thank you all,and yes Ill keep on postin pics as i make some progress......as for ohio's question yes I lowered it with a 16'' wheel and 11'' shorty shocks  and plan on lowering a bit more with blocks