first build board tracker

[JohnnyClash]

Hey there.
Just started this build and since the garage is too small for car building anymore I thought this would be an economical and space effective way to turn some wrenches and build something old and cool. Just getting started but you get the idea. Any suggestions?

 

[RedB66]

Have you dry fitted a motor into the frame? Looks as if it may be tight!!

 

[JohnnyClash]

yeah, it's a tight fit! That center bar is just tacked in for now.

 

[RedB66]

Not to knock your design but, if you have the capabilities... why not loop it? Most board trackers (that I've seen) have a looped frame. Images courtesy of Crazyhorse

 

[JohnnyClash]

i might have to in the end. i'm just not a big fan of all the empty space a loop gives you. it makes the engine look even smaller.

 

[JohnnyClash]

well after getting the motor last night and trying to size it up. I had to do some adjustments. I guess you could call this bike a "modified" board track racer. i'll post some pics later.

 

[RedB66]

Make sure you put the manifold, carb and filter on when mocking it up.... I say this from trial and error...mainly error!!

 

[JohnnyClash]

gettin closer. there's a lot of grinding with this stick welder. I'm pretty stoked on it though. rides really nice.

 

[h0tr0d]

I really like that version!