Some of the final pieces to be plated.  After reading the manual for the Nth time I learned that the front brake adjuster had thumb wheels rather than nuts.  These are my version of those! 

The spark plug wire clamp had an 80-year-old grommet on there BUT I found some on a marine site that were a match.  So, it got a new one.

One more view of the ignition before installing the flywheel.

Lastly, showing my assembly stand.  I fired the engine on the same stand.  I used the rope starter pulley from my 1949 Firestone outboard as it bolted right on to the three center holes.  After that I was able to pull start it as with any engine.

PD.  Come to Portland. When everyone goes home we can chat under the tent again!!

I would if I could , Tom . I remember .

We'll be in Waldron until the 2nd of July . Then we can head toward Michigan . 

Pete .

I am searching for a front wheel brake hub for a 26" Simplex
Let me know what you got.
thanks
Reggie

Looks great! In a few more years, no one will know what chrome is.  So many shops have closed.
Scooter

What a beauty!!! That's definitely going to the exhibit hall at Portland. Bob