different front ends

[selfmade]

would anybody be interested in a springer build how to? I would need to get time and materials so it may be a little while, if there is any interest in the project. It will use the stock front rim, neck, bearings, and tire combo. It may need a new steering stem. If it would need a new steering stem i would make them for sale. I will use nothing more than regular shop tools. No fancy cnc, just run of the mill hole saws, grinders, sanders, and welder. The welder will be tig but i will show how to use the mig on it too.

I can also do girders, leafers, and frame howto's. Once again nothing more than run of the mill shop tools.
Just want to guage intrest on how to's. Let me know if you are interested.

[TopCatGr58]

Hey Selfmade,

I'm sure we could use another TECH TIP on the subject.

Is this what you had in mind??



A fellow in Richmond, Va. did this mod a few years ago, haven't heard anything from him since. He was trying to open up his own bike shop, so he wasn't Xclusively into XS's!?
T.C.

[Brian_D]

selfmade,
If you couldn't tell from our previous conversations, I'd be interested in seeing the whole series of how-tos. And as to the delays related to time and materials....well, my 1+ year project speaks volumes in that regard.

Another thought.....I may try to work something out with you on a rear frame mod for my project - reforming the rear frame to blend and adapt to the V Star 650 Custom swingarm, rear fender, and seat. (I haven't found the $$ for a bender or welder yet )

In any case, +1....chop away

[selfmade]

brian

I have a jd2 bender with hydraulics and 1, 1.25, and 1.75 dies. If you want to build a bender fo less than 250.00 spead out over the build then give me a buzz.

Top
as for the girder if you look at that bike it was not made for that bike and you can tell by the way it is mounted. I would like to show you how to build them fo the specific bike.