And yet another option for a fork would be one from a moped. I've used several in builds. The one I'm using on the 1934 Elgin (Sears) build is from a Tomos moped.
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Thanks for the reminder on that fork. I have searched that sellers stuff several times (cnolmotorsport) but have come up short on the fork. Perhaps I'll have to shoot him an email. I'm also interested in the tank he has listed. Not sure if it could be modified to fit my frame or not though.Yep weather was great 65 over here...back to winter today. Have you seen the fork in Labrats Jonny 5 post. It's like the Ruff fork but cheaper. You would have to check details but it's another option.
I have been keeping an eye on my local CL but have come up empty. It seems like moped parts or even project bikes are fetching good prices around here unless they are complete junk. Fortunately I'm in no hurry so a reasonable deal might pop up at some point. I'm keeping my options open although I have mental image of what I want.And yet another option for a fork would be one from a moped. I've used several in builds. The one I'm using on the 1934 Elgin (Sears) build is from a Tomos moped.
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Agreed! I recall watching the sale thread for a couple of engines from Dave. Which one did you get? Please feel free to post a photo.CB2,
Very much look forward to your Villiars build thread!
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As a guess from the stuff I have found on the net it would seem your engine is a 1945. I'll post all of the info I can get my hands on!Thanks HB! Heres a link to my engine. I paid $175 shipped not the $400 in this listing.
Its listed as a CYZ. Google turns up almost nothing on it. There were a few CYZs found in small motorcycles, but the cylinders have the plug offset to one side. Doesn't really matter am just trying to establish a year. That's a 2piece spark plug by the way. Still works!
Thanks for the Villiers link. I had not seen it before.
http://me-moto.com/custom-built-motorcycles/220551-villiers-midget-98-cc-engine-motorbikes.html
I'll watch this when I'm not at my desk. My associates just don't get as excited about two stroke videos as I do! The exhaust on my engine comes straight out the front meaning I'll need all the extra space the new down tube gives me. The exhaust will need to go to one side or the other fairly quickly.Thanks for posting the interesting link, Harold. I was looking for the same head configuration as my two midgets, but mine are different. The cylinder heads are the same as on this 1950 Atco mower. The exhaust muffler is different on my trike, but the same as this one on the Velocipede. Me right leg is going to be on the stinky side and possibly oily looking. If it is too bad I'll make up a different exhaust manifold and pipe, but I kind of like the primitive simplicity of this one as it helps make the statement of "vintage".
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7KtXwg3mupc
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