For nearly a year I have been collecting parts to restore a Wards 525 that I picked up in Locust Grove, VA. Locust Grove is significant as two major Civil War Battles were fought there in 1863 and 1864. The first, "Chancellorsville," resulted in the mortal wounding of General Stonewall Jackson by his own men, and the second, "Wilderness," marked the first time Ulysses Grant faced Robert E. Lee. While the battle was deemed a draw, Grant's Army of the Potomac was able to continue their march on Richmond, then the capital of the Confederacy. The Wilderness marked a turning point in the war between the states.
Most of the main parts were with the bike. I have the original grips in great condition, the engine mounts are complete, and I have the kick stand. I needed a fuel tank, engine, clutch guard(s), front rim and brake drum. I'm still looking for a front fender. I plan on making the band brake bracket as finding an original has been fruitless AND I'd rather a readily available replacement band. The engine is a rebuilt H50 minibike engine with the throttle control. The jack shaft and drive sprocket will need replacing.
Unorthodox Creat's project log is going to be very helpful as I build this bike. I won't be doing a torque converter, though.
Most of the main parts were with the bike. I have the original grips in great condition, the engine mounts are complete, and I have the kick stand. I needed a fuel tank, engine, clutch guard(s), front rim and brake drum. I'm still looking for a front fender. I plan on making the band brake bracket as finding an original has been fruitless AND I'd rather a readily available replacement band. The engine is a rebuilt H50 minibike engine with the throttle control. The jack shaft and drive sprocket will need replacing.
Unorthodox Creat's project log is going to be very helpful as I build this bike. I won't be doing a torque converter, though.
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