Freshening up...

[Tim]

Well, with any luck I'll find some in our recently introduced Lowes up here in Canada. Otherwise, I might have to ask a favor! Don't suppose they're stainless?

 

[Speed2XS]

Those clamps are a great idea!

They are super great. They're really like having a third hand sometimes, and are operable with one hand with a little practice.

 

[guitargeek]

Well, with any luck I'll find some in our recently introduced Lowes up here in Canada. Otherwise, I might have to ask a favor!

You should be able to find them at any well-stocked hardware store...

Don't suppose they're stainless?

Nah, these are zinc plated steel, but I'm sure you can find stainless clamps at McMaster-Carr or some place like D&D Aircraft Supply.

 

[Tim]

That hugger inner fender will look nice - if you want a more 'authentic' race look, you could use another flat sheet of aluminum. Might even be able to use the existing tabs for the old plastic inner fender with a couple of those fancy clamps.

Many vintage race bikes I've seen use a sheet of plastic zip-tied in place as an inner fender to keep crud/water etc. out of the carbs. I'm likely going to do an aluminum plate, as I think I might need an inner fender for safety.

 

[Tim]

Offhand, what are they called?

 

[Herm21]

Many vintage race bikes I've seen use a sheet of plastic zip-tied in place as an inner fender to keep crud/water etc. out of the carbs. I'm likely going to do an aluminum plate, as I think I might need an inner fender for safety.

The other option is to use the original fender as a mold to lay fiberglass on, and then cut and shape the glass to your liking. This would at least ensure a proper fit, not to mention it would weigh next to nothing while still providing great protection…

 

[guitargeek]

Offhand, what are they called?

Cushioned Metal Loop Clamps. McMaster does indeed carry stainless steel versions in different sizes, the Sure-Grip brand.

 

[tobiism]

They are officially called Adel Clamps.
The bike is looking great!

 

[guitargeek]

They are officially called Adel Clamps.

Adel Wiggins is the name of one company that manufactures loop clamps, lots of companies make them. It's sorta become a generic term, like saying you're going to get a coke but get a root beer instead.

The bike is looking great!

Thanks!

 

[tobiism]

Adel Wiggins is the name of one company that manufactures loop clamps, lots of companies make them. It's sorta become a generic term, like saying you're going to get a coke but get a root beer instead.
Thanks!

Good to know! I guess after all my time in the Air Force hanging out with crew chiefs I just got used to that term!

 

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[Tim]

So where did you get those nice rubber bushings? I've looked high and low for something along those lines to buy, but haven't had any luck. Maybe I'm looking in the wrong sorts of places.

 

[chrisf]

Where in OK are you?

--Chris