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Off Topic / Re: Safti-Cycle Commando
« on: November 04, 2024, 08:36:26 AM »
Nice finish! The Model Y Briggs cover was the touch!
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Off Topic / Re: Safti-Cycle Commando
« on: October 13, 2024, 04:36:47 AM »
I removed all of the governors in kart motors. Less to cause internal problems. Then just thread the hole part way and bury a set screw in it. An 1/8" pipe plug is nice if applicable.
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Other Things Simplex / Re: Bob Kerr obituary
« on: October 13, 2024, 04:30:18 AM »
Bob Kerr certainly had some stories. Taught me like an apprentice while I visited him in Oklahoma at his home. Very very thorough. Simplex 101. I came away a better machinist.
He called Babcock and Wilcox ....B&W. I think he gained a lot of machine knowledge there and then went out on his own with another employee to run their own shop. How he got so blasted smart about equipping mills with CNC capability is beyond me. In the attic of his shop he still had dozens of servo motors and other components.
Rick, you are right. It's like Travis used to tell me. They are the Double OG's (old old guys). And now you are the OG!
He called Babcock and Wilcox ....B&W. I think he gained a lot of machine knowledge there and then went out on his own with another employee to run their own shop. How he got so blasted smart about equipping mills with CNC capability is beyond me. In the attic of his shop he still had dozens of servo motors and other components.
Rick, you are right. It's like Travis used to tell me. They are the Double OG's (old old guys). And now you are the OG!
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Off Topic / Re: Safti-Cycle Commando
« on: October 11, 2024, 06:06:29 AM »
This is from one of my old popular Mechanics magazines. 1946
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Off Topic / Re: Safti-Cycle Commando
« on: October 07, 2024, 06:33:32 PM »
Good work. I really like the looks of those bikes.
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Off Topic / Re: Safti-Cycle Commando
« on: October 06, 2024, 05:51:48 AM »
Here's is a tank that I have. (Actually, had two of them but sold one) Gas neck measures 1 3/4" (1.758'). I found this NOS B&S gas cap.
I may have Safticycle tank decal.
I may have Safticycle tank decal.
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Off Topic / Re: Safti-Cycle Commando
« on: October 06, 2024, 05:36:32 AM »
Looks like same tank as a LaRay. They mount differently than most. uses a gas cap as Briggs did of that same era.
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Introductions / Re: New here
« on: October 06, 2024, 05:29:07 AM »
Can't wait to see your pics. Rick...could it be another 'Deluxe'?
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Restoration Projects / Re: 1940 Serviglide
« on: July 23, 2024, 08:02:22 AM »
Pictures from the 2024 Judging building.
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Other Things Simplex / Re: VMBC Portland 2024
« on: July 23, 2024, 07:35:43 AM »
Salisbury poster
Alex and Jim doing a break job on Bob Legrons' '55 truck. Alex is Bob Legron's grandson and also brings a 1938 direct drive.
That's Ernie's Sportsman. Now owned by Mike Reed.
At the end . All by myself. I am a "stay until the lights go off" kind of guy. Portland only comes once a year!
Alex and Jim doing a break job on Bob Legrons' '55 truck. Alex is Bob Legron's grandson and also brings a 1938 direct drive.
That's Ernie's Sportsman. Now owned by Mike Reed.
At the end . All by myself. I am a "stay until the lights go off" kind of guy. Portland only comes once a year!
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Other Things Simplex / Re: VMBC Portland 2024
« on: July 23, 2024, 07:22:41 AM »
My '39 Schwinn got some new shoes this year at the show. I found some great used AND correct tires for it. Plus I met a new friend doing it. His name is Hannibal and has been selling bike stuff at meets for nearly thirty years.
Trailer just like the German fighter plane
Zoom in on the bike. Completely wrapped with cane
Well hello darlin'!
Don Moran original. he is from Kentucky and has close to 400 bikes.
Home Sweet Home
Trailer just like the German fighter plane
Zoom in on the bike. Completely wrapped with cane
Well hello darlin'!
Don Moran original. he is from Kentucky and has close to 400 bikes.
Home Sweet Home
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Other Things Simplex / Re: VMBC Portland 2024
« on: July 23, 2024, 07:09:03 AM »
This is from the Judging building
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Other Things Simplex / Re: VMBC Portland 2024
« on: July 23, 2024, 07:06:11 AM »
The rail bike looked to be an original frame set-up.
Row of Minibikes
Swap meet stuff
I always keep my eye open for Sears rides as i have two of them. This guy was selling.
Patriotic Cushman
Unique King Midget
Row of Minibikes
Swap meet stuff
I always keep my eye open for Sears rides as i have two of them. This guy was selling.
Patriotic Cushman
Unique King Midget
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Other Things Simplex / Re: VMBC Portland 2024
« on: July 23, 2024, 06:59:59 AM »
Beautifully restored bikes
Swamp bikes
That taxi would be fun to really use for a taxi at a show.
The famous Doodlebug
Neat little camper
Swamp bikes
That taxi would be fun to really use for a taxi at a show.
The famous Doodlebug
Neat little camper
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Other Things Simplex / Re: VMBC Portland 2024
« on: July 23, 2024, 06:51:03 AM »
And here are some pics from the show.
This is the second year for this tent. Staked down twelve different ways and does well in the weather!
It was a direct drive kind of year. 37s, 38s, 40 More coming next year!
That's the Swamp from Loozianna. Those boys bring a strong force to be reckoned with and love Simplexes!
This is the second year for this tent. Staked down twelve different ways and does well in the weather!
It was a direct drive kind of year. 37s, 38s, 40 More coming next year!
That's the Swamp from Loozianna. Those boys bring a strong force to be reckoned with and love Simplexes!