1939 Simplex Deluxe

[Ricks]

As some here know, 2 years ago in Portland I bought a 1939 from Ernie.  I've mostly just been keeping my eye out for parts, and have obtained some more for the project.

I have worked on a few things for it, like a new steering tube, as the old one was beyond use. I have also fixed the frame, which was in need of some massaging and a new foot peg/ center stand.

Back in July, I sent out some parts to the chrome shop, and they did a beautiful job!  Thanks Tom for the recommendation.

[Ricks]

I also made some spring cups for the front springs. I made them from Stainless Steel, and they polished up nice.

Here are some pictures of the chromed pieces. The large head nut I made from hex stock and had chromed.  Looks pretty schnazzy if I should say so myself.

[Ricks]

I was lucky that Tom is restoring his 1940 Servi-Glide, as I didn't have the rear fender braces.  Tom was kind enough to make me templates so I could remake them.

I made a new die for my bender to get the radius correct, which can be seen in the photo.

[Ricks]

I am on the lookout for a pair of early fenders and a complete early Wico magneto.  If anyone has these, please let me know!

[dualquad425]

Rick, that is some amazing work that you are doing. I have a couple of ServiCycles in the garage waiting for the day when I have time to restify them.  BTW, where does one find parts to rebuild the front suspension.  My springs are busted up/rusty...

[Ricks]

Rick, that is some amazing work that you are doing. I have a couple of ServiCycles in the garage waiting for the day when I have time to restify them.  BTW, where does one find parts to rebuild the front suspension.  My springs are busted up/rusty...

Wayne Mahaffey can supply you with new springs, among most other parts.  See the suppliers section for contact info.

[pd]

Very nice work , Rick .
And , all that chrome ... you're gonna have to wear sun glasses .

Pete .

[Bob53]

Looking good Rick. I had a set of early fenders but the thieves took them, the frame, and my small tank. I really hate that because it was a 37 or 38 model. Hope to see that 39 at Portland. Bob

[Ricks]

Bob, do any of the early balloon fender bikes use a 4” wide fender?

I don’t have a timetable for finishing this, as I don’t have all the parts, but I would at least like to get it painted and assembled into a rolling chassis by Portland 2022.

[kartjockey]

That steering tube nut is DELUXE!

[Bob53]

Rick, I don't think any bicycles had 4" fenders. I used to have 100 extra fenders but they were stolen also. You did a fine job making fenders for the stretch. I'm sure you could make them for the 39. Bob

[Ricks]

Rick, I don't think any bicycles had 4" fenders. I used to have 100 extra fenders but they were stolen also. You did a fine job making fenders for the stretch. I'm sure you could make them for the 39. Bob

I may have to resort to that.  I don’t have a lower die for my English wheel that is narrow enough, I’d have to make one of those first.

[kartjockey]

You would also need to make a small die (maybe from hardwood) to form the clearance for the belt.

[Ricks]

After a mini saga getting the correct length spokes, I finally got around to building the wheels.  For future reference, the correct spokes for a 1939 are 12 gauge, 10 1/2” length. 

[pd]

Lookin' good , Rick .

Pete .