BUILD OFF!!!! LOOKS LIKE WE HAVE A WINNER!

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We always used to tell the boss at a firetruck manufactuer I worked for " A clean shop is an unproductive shop "
 
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I've got a new seat. That's the only thing I have to report.

Oh, and my mig will be here this week, so welding will ensue this week as well.
 
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NIce!...

Well my mine went backwards last night. The tank suddenly rubbed me wrong... SO it's gone! Dont know what I'm going to run instead? I have to go talk to some friends and see what they've got and what they are willing to let go of...
 
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Thank god. Maybe Ill have a chance of actually getting finished somewhat near ya now... Ha ha ha

Talked to Troy lastnight. Frame is solid and will be finished tomorrow. (fingers crossed)

Unfortunatly, due to the holidays, I dont know when Ill be able to drive down there to get it. I may be able to sneak away Sunday... If so, I will be going at it like crazy starting monday. I have some tank mods to get finished, and a ton of tabs, mounts to weld on. Than theres paint (so much paint), figuring out what do do with the wheels, wiring, LOTS of cleaning, carb work, new tires to order (maybe), and so on...
 
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Got a different tank today. And scored a rad high shouldered D.I.D Alloy front wheel ;D Back to forward progress!

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Dang Louie, what is this the 3rd tank in less than 1 month? Why do I have the feeling, this is not the final tank, LOL

What are you gonna do with the previous tank? the one before this one? I was digging that one. But i think the current one will look much better with the way you are going with this. keep it up.
 
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I think it should be the final tank, that one has great lines for this build, I like it!
 
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Agreed, this tank looks fantastic.
 
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100% agreed, new tank is perfect for that scoot!
 
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I am a fan... Keep it Louie!

Frame is pretty much done for HB. Just need to go and get it. Fuckin' holidays are screwin that up for me though. Bah Humbug, indeed.
 
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40 bucks! + shipping, man i just snagged one for $22 local, they had them at the swap brand new LED in black, chrome, and polished for $25 do some hunting and you will find a great deal... personally i would convert an old front turn sig to be the tail light (like i did on the brat wing for example) i love how that single lamp on the back of a bobbed fender looks
 
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My first attempts at some welds. Pretty damn ugly, but I will get it.

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Those dont look too bad J. They look a little shiny! I think your running too much gas
 
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Swapmeet Louie said:
Those dont look too bad J. They look a little shiny! I think your running too much gas

How do I change that with a mig? More or less power?
 
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there is a gas regulator attached to the bottle.
 
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Cool man thanks I will fuck with it tomorrow
 
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test a couple of your welds before you fuck with it. It may just be the picture...? If they seem brittle I'd start messing with settings, ya know?
 
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I know i am getting good penetration. I will leave it as is for now and keep practicing
 
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Bump this back up... I'm on my 5th tank I think...? here's a sneak peek

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