oh Rick: you wanted pictures.

this is not a rubber hose slipped on it.
it has a flared end on the peg and there is no way a hose would slip on it.
  its tight it doesn't move at all.

your thoughts

Fixed a few things you guys said. thanks for the info!
do i have the right gas tank label on it?

Went to visit Wayne he sold me two org. Simplex tires (they even say simplex on them)
Tank label, Carb. Rebuild kit. other items and even a Key. he has everything!

Putting it in its FIRST bike/car show this week end!!!! Ill let you know how it goes...............

Thanks!

Thanks for the info trying to post picture's now.
this bike is really fun to Ride.