1936 Elgin Boardtrack

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miked

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This is a 1936 Elgin framed motor bike. It has a ton of cool parts on it. A brooks seat, manic mechanic hub adaptor, custom chain tensioner, skip tooth chain and sproket, antique pedals, FELT rims and cream tires, custom handle grips, a copper tank, glass fuel filter, etc

The bike was running last year and was a ton of fun but I have lost interest. The copper tank has a few pinholes in it that will need to be resoldered. I also have some parts that will go with the bike including the original peanut gas tank if you choose not to use the copper tank.

Not really sure on a price but I am open to offers, this thing has some valuable parts so.....

Email me for more details and questions. Not parting at this time. Bike is Located in East Hartford CT.
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Hi, yes I made the tank. Like i said it developed a few pinholes that would need to be resoldered. I have an original peanut tank that will go with the bike and other misc parts too. I have not started the bike this year but it has been stored in doors and i am sure it is good to go. let me know if you have any other questions.
 
Love the look of your bike. It looks like it currently only has a coaster brake. I'm actually looking for a bike to mount my Preddy 99cc, but the frame on that bike looks small for much more than the china 2-stroke. I'm over in Ledyard, CT so I'm not far from you. If you don't have bites soon I may have to come take a look at it.
 
I love Elgins as the frame designs were top notch. You did a nice job with that one. The copper tank looks geat. Another option to trying to re solder the pin hole leaks is to seal it from the inside with a good tank liner.The KBS tank sealer kit is a good one. Good luck with your sale and I hope the bike finds an appreciative home.
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Thanks for the compliments.

Calvyandhobbs, come have a look anytime. I need it gone to pay from wedding expenses, so I could cut a deal for a local pickup. Just let me know or email me and we can negotiate.
 
I've seen this bike before & I think it's beautiful!, but I think you should at least let everyone know what you want for it. :)
 
I would recommend putting a tank sealer in the tank and test for leaks then do a start up. Then paint the tank to match the bike and label it (Harley Davidson, etc..) Shoot a YouTube video then list it as a replica etc.. on Craigslist or eBay. I would bet you could get a lot more than $850. I've seen labeled replica board track bikes sell for $1500-1600 and I don't think that even included shipping. That's just my 2 cents though. All above being said $850 as it stands is a pretty darn good deal especially since you are including shipping.
 
darkhawk22 said:
I would recommend putting a tank sealer in the tank and test for leaks then do a start up. Then paint the tank to match the bike and label it (Harley Davidson, etc..) Shoot a YouTube video then list it as a replica etc.. on Craigslist or eBay. I would bet you could get a lot more than $850. I've seen labeled replica board track bikes sell for $1500-1600 and I don't think that even included shipping. That's just my 2 cents though. All above being said $850 as it stands is a pretty darn good deal especially since you are including shipping.
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You are probably right I have just kinda lost interest in it. Any recommendations on tank sealer? Someone said KBS is good.
A note on the price....I need to clear $750 for it so essentially the price is $750 plus shipping, which i guess should be around $100? I have never shipped a bike before.
 
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