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Old 07-03-2010, 07:56 PM
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After two years it's not quite finished but street worthy if you don't mind the beach cruiser look. Wife and son taking it out on it's maiden voyage. We put 20 miles on it today without a hitch.



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Old 07-03-2010, 07:57 PM
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After two years it's not quite finished but street worthy if you don't mind the beach cruiser look. Wife and son taking it out on it's maiden voyage. We put 20 miles on it today without a hitch.



Good for you. Looks like it is really coming along well.

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Without a hitch and without doors

I kinda like the little flames coming out of the side vents.

Dang i just realized your in NV....you gonna get it ready in time for HAN?
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Congrats it coming along, I like the Red/red combo
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Without a hitch and without doors

I kinda like the little flames coming out of the side vents.

Dang i just realized your in NV....you gonna get it ready in time for HAN?
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Should be ready with a little luck.
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Should be ready with a little luck.
You still have a little less than a month, and from the looks of it you'll make it...

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You still have a little less than a month, and from the looks of it you'll make it...

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You could show up a week early and help!
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You could show up a week early and help!
I'm gonna be at the Peppermill on the 1st...i can come and watch


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Old 07-03-2010, 08:28 PM
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I'm gonna be at the Peppermill on the 1st...i can come and watch


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You can get plenty of entertainment at the Peppermill, so you sure don't need to come and watch me swear at the car.
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EXCITING time for sure!!!!
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EXCITING time for sure!!!!
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You can get plenty of entertainment at the Peppermill, so you sure don't need to come and watch me swear at the car.
I guess your right..

Where else did you have the flames painted?

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I guess your right..

Where else did you have the flames painted?

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Only in the coves. I wanted flames but not overly done. They look better in person.

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Looks good!
Where did you get the air dam?
Are the tires on the right sides? They look directional and going the wrong way?
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Originally Posted by claysmoker

Now that the crappy rat rod look has been beaten to death it's time for someone to step up with a new look. "Ladies and Gentleman, it is my honor to introduce 'CLAYSMOKER' pioneer of the latest innovation....The Beach Cruiser!"
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Looks good!
Where did you get the air dam?
Are the tires on the right sides? They look directional and going the wrong way?
The air dam came from Eckler's. It's bonded to the chin and the parting line is filled and faired in. Tires? Look OK to me and I just went and looked. Are you pulling my chain?
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Now that the crappy rat rod look has been beaten to death it's time for someone to step up with a new look. "Ladies and Gentleman, it is my honor to introduce 'CLAYSMOKER' pioneer of the latest innovation....The Beach Cruiser!"
You know, I could smooth out the door jams and install a few can holders on the sill., and maybe a NASCAR net to keep the occupants from falling out in a drunken stupor.

Wow, maybe I've created a new monster.(or something?)

Seriously, it has been a really happy day at our house after getting this back on the road, and I thank all you guys for your nice comments.
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VERY nice looking car and tastefully done!

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Looks no front bumpers for the RED RIDER
I cannot see the holes for the side mounts because of the shine

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The air dam came from Eckler's. It's bonded to the chin and the parting line is filled and faired in. Tires? Look OK to me and I just went and looked. Are you pulling my chain?
Thanks. Really like the air dam. Thinking about one of those myself.
No, not pulling your chain. Normally the V in the tread points in the direction of rotation. In the pictures the left front looks like it is going backwards.
Note the tread pattern on this tire and the "rotation" marking at about 7 o'clock.

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/BigPic...omCompare1=yes
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