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Simplex 45-47 H Motor Build
« on: August 15, 2016, 04:50:24 PM »
Hi All,

I started the build of my bike this weekend. As usual I didn't get as far as I'd like.
I have a bad back so I'd thought that I would start the build by building a stand to bring the bike up to a level where I wouldn't have to be bending over all the time while working on it.
I had some left over pressure treated wood kicking around so I used that. Not the straightest but it did the job. I also had an old static pad so I cut that up and covered the rest points to protect the paint. I'm sure that it will probably need some redesign once the build progresses... 8)
Dave C
 
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Re: Simplex 45-47 H Motor Build
« Reply #1 on: August 15, 2016, 05:52:51 PM »
Looks great , Dave .

Hope it's just right .

Pete . :)
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Re: Simplex 45-47 H Motor Build
« Reply #2 on: August 15, 2016, 06:49:39 PM »
Looks fairly good to start with. Just remember a fully assembled bikes dry weight is 135lbs stock. You may need a extra hand to set it down.   8)
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Re: Simplex 45-47 H Motor Build
« Reply #3 on: August 17, 2016, 08:05:33 AM »
Thanks! Luckily I married a STRONG woman. ;) Should be no problem to get the bike down.
Mounted the motor last night. Taking a couple of days off. Hope to make a lot of progress.  :D
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Re: Simplex 45-47 H Motor Build
« Reply #4 on: August 17, 2016, 08:13:33 AM »
Is the frame flat black?  What color is the tank and fenders going to be?
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Re: Simplex 45-47 H Motor Build
« Reply #5 on: August 17, 2016, 09:56:17 AM »
Yes, the frame is flat black. I went with a gloss black on the tank, fender, bars, back rack, headlight bucket and wheels. Thought I'd do something a little different.
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Re: Simplex 45-47 H Motor Build
« Reply #6 on: August 17, 2016, 02:07:29 PM »
Hi All,

Put the brakes back together. Got the front forks partially together. Undercoating on the inside of the fenders. Painted some misalliance hardware. Making progress.
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Re: Simplex 45-47 H Motor Build
« Reply #7 on: August 18, 2016, 05:30:18 PM »
Still making progress!
Got the transmission pulleys in place. Put the front end on.
Ignition switch mounting plate in place with grommets for the spark plug wires.
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Re: Simplex 45-47 H Motor Build
« Reply #8 on: August 20, 2016, 06:26:06 AM »
Hi All,
Got the brakes installed and handle bars mounted yesterday. I also got the hand grips installed and working.
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Re: Simplex 45-47 H Motor Build
« Reply #9 on: August 20, 2016, 07:29:31 AM »
Nice job!  You will have bike done in no time.  I hope you bring it to Portland next summer so we can see it in person.
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Re: Simplex 45-47 H Motor Build
« Reply #10 on: August 20, 2016, 08:22:04 AM »
Lookin' good . I like the contrast of flat and gloss .

Pete . :)
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Re: Simplex 45-47 H Motor Build
« Reply #11 on: August 20, 2016, 08:58:28 AM »
Thanks Guys! I really can't wait until I can ride it. Not going to push it though. Once the bike is done a trailer or a truck are in my near future. I plan on taking it to Oley in the spring and Portland in July.
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Re: Simplex 45-47 H Motor Build
« Reply #12 on: August 21, 2016, 12:15:17 PM »
Hi Guys,

On Saturday I got the rear sheeve mounted on the rear wheel. Didn't really get much done today. I had to stop to make some peach wine. With the lack of rain here in the northeast the window for peaches is very short this year. Yes, it was a little setback on my progress but I'm sure I will appreciate it come Christmas time.
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Re: Simplex 45-47 H Motor Build
« Reply #13 on: August 21, 2016, 12:35:54 PM »
The neighbor lady just brought a couple jars of peach jam for our enjoyment . Earlier , she did the same only blackberry jam . Most excellent stuff . ;)

Your wheel turned out pretty nice , too . :D

Pete . :)
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Re: Simplex 45-47 H Motor Build
« Reply #14 on: August 21, 2016, 12:42:55 PM »
It's nice to have neighbors that look out for each other.
and thanks again.
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