Topic: Brake stopper bar-'78cb750k out of flat stock-how thick?

[Kev Nemo]

Since the stock piece went out, I thought I'd go with something heavier and better looking. Any ideas on thickness for the flat stock?

[dusterdude]

what are we stabilizing?

[bunghole]

Probably the doohicky that goes from the swingarm to the brake housing?  That could look pretty cool with some drilled steel or polished aluminum.

[Kev Nemo]

yeah, that's it. Carpy does a billet one that's finned. I just went with an 1 inch thick piece-should be thick enough considering the stock brake stopper arm (as it's called in the manual) looks to be made of swingset parts!

[number13]

I used a piece of aluminum flat stock from the
hardware store, 1' x 1/4'. I drilled some speed holes
and polished it up, looks great!

[eldar]

I would go with the 1/4 in thick. You might be able to do thinner, I am erring on the side of safety. I think some nice polished stainless steel might be nice but aluminum polished and clear coated would be killer.

[bunghole]

I used a piece of aluminum flat stock from the
hardware store, 1' x 1/4'. I drilled some speed holes
and polished it up, looks great!

I would love to see some pics if you have any.

[number13]

Sure man, I'll take some at home tonight.
Check back after 8 pm central time.

EDIT:
Here you go -

[Tim in Ohio]

Hey Number 13, Why don't you shave a few minutes out of your hair styling time and polish some of the rust off of that nut? 

[number13]

 

I'm not touching that one.

[WHALEMAN]

I have a spare stock bar if you have not got this sorted out. PM me if you want it. Dan