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Re: New 1955 Simplex Auto
« Reply #30 on: January 15, 2017, 01:08:01 PM »
Vince, if you would like to try it just let me know. I could send you the loner kit so you can practice before doing the main job.  8)
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Re: New 1955 Simplex Auto
« Reply #31 on: January 15, 2017, 02:24:43 PM »
Thanks Reese,

I'm not ready for it yet. When I am, I'll give you a shout out.

Vince
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Re: New 1955 Simplex Auto
« Reply #32 on: January 15, 2017, 03:00:39 PM »
Quote from: Vince on January 15, 2017, 02:24:43 PM
Thanks Reese,

I'm not ready for it yet. When I am, I'll give you a shout out.

Vince

Vince, what are you working on?
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Re: New 1955 Simplex Auto
« Reply #33 on: January 15, 2017, 06:15:30 PM »
Rick,

I'm working on what I believe to be a 1955. I'll post some pictures here soon.

Vince
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Re: New 1955 Simplex Auto
« Reply #34 on: January 23, 2017, 08:25:44 AM »
Got my parts back from  powder coat.  Now I get to start on the best part, putting it all back together.  Only 6 months to Portland!
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Re: New 1955 Simplex Auto
« Reply #35 on: January 23, 2017, 09:38:03 AM »
Don't shine a light on that thing when you get it together . The glare will blind you . LOL

Without rereading the thread , what color for the tins ?

Pete . :)
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Re: New 1955 Simplex Auto
« Reply #36 on: January 23, 2017, 09:44:32 AM »
Quote from: pd on January 23, 2017, 09:38:03 AM
Don't shine a light on that thing when you get it together . The glare will blind you . LOL

Without rereading the thread , what color for the tins ?

Pete . :)

Simplex Maroon, I think. LOL
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Re: New 1955 Simplex Auto
« Reply #37 on: January 23, 2017, 01:03:42 PM »
That might be kinda nice ... still have 6 months to decide . ;)

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Re: New 1955 Simplex Auto
« Reply #38 on: January 31, 2017, 09:09:17 AM »
I've been trying to get some work done, but alas, it has been slow going.

I fitted the front end and mounted the tires, but not much else.

1st picture is the new, full width rim strips that Wayne has available. Much better coverage than the bicycle ones I had been using.

2nd and 3rd pictures are the tubes I like to use. I know that Simplex did not use a motorcycle stem style, but I like them!

4th and 5th Tires mounted and wrapped for protection.  Those boxes are all the parts to put this bike together, a Simplex kit if you will.

Last 2 pictures are the engine test fitted into the frame.

Only 5 1/2 more months to Portland!
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Re: New 1955 Simplex Auto
« Reply #39 on: January 31, 2017, 10:00:57 AM »
Lookin' good , Rick .

IRC is an excellent choice . I know Suzuki uses their products as OEM . I have IRC tires on my little FA50 . I'm not very easy on them and they have held up nicely over the last 6 - 7 years of torture .

Pete . :)
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« Reply #40 on: February 09, 2017, 11:27:58 AM »
We are getting around 10-14" of snow today, so they sent me home early.  I decided I would use the time to put the motor together.  I need a few more parts, but I couldn't resist the test fit into the frame.

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Re: New 1955 Simplex Auto
« Reply #41 on: February 09, 2017, 12:52:35 PM »
Nice , Rick . ;)

Where did you get that chrome like cover plate ?

Pete . :)
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Re: New 1955 Simplex Auto
« Reply #42 on: February 09, 2017, 02:39:36 PM »
Quote from: pd on February 09, 2017, 12:52:35 PM
Nice , Rick . ;)

Where did you get that chrome like cover plate ?

Pete . :)

I got it from Wayne.  I sanded it with 400, 800, 1200 and then polished it on a wheel.
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Re: New 1955 Simplex Auto
« Reply #43 on: February 09, 2017, 03:19:48 PM »
Nice polish job , for sure .

Any type of coating applied ?

Pete . :)
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Re: New 1955 Simplex Auto
« Reply #44 on: February 09, 2017, 04:34:52 PM »
So glad to see your motor sitting in that beautiful frame. Rick C.
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