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  1. waltsuz

    custom build drag bike

    My avatar bike is for sale. It was built here and you can see in my photos pictures. I have exceeded my quota on pictures. It needs taken down and painted. Lots of money put into this bike. All TIG welded off a jig. Motor has the governor on it. Its pretty fast like it is. No compromises on the...
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    engines for sale

    Got a genuine GX390, a Briggs 8hp I/C, an old Briggs 7hp commercial engine, an 8hp cool bore needing rebuilt and a whole bunch of 8hp spare parts. The 390 and both I/C engines run. I'd carb clean them all and all need cosmetic work but these are good engines. I'm in Portage In, 250.00 takes them...
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    Mini bike fabrication tools

    Mini bike Fabrication tools for sale: If you do a name search here you can find 2 builds that was done with this equipment. Mini bike frame jig/welding fixture. Fully adjustable for length, rake and height. If you can use a tape measure a level and a plumb bob this will produce dead on...
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    Wanted any D series Wheel Horse Tractors

    I have a bunch of mini bike stuff along with 2 complete bikes built with treads here on OldMiniBikes that I'll trade for most any Wheel Horse Tractor stuff. If you may be interested contact me at : waltsuz@aol.com. bunch of motors to trade off also....Regards Walt
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    Oh no, Oh well

    IMG0548 - YouTube Walt
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    I'm too fat

    I'm 58, weigh 243lb's, I take Hi Blood pressure med's, cholesterol med's, Acid reflux med's and my Dr. says I have entry level Diabete's. Other than that I'm just fantastic:scared:. My pharmacist says: "Say Yes To Drugs" Don't die.....Linger...Later my Pizza is here..:shrug:
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    If you have a couple minutes "please"

    The subdivision I live in is very mini bike friendly. I putt around and the neighbors all seem to get a kick out of an old man riding around on a mini bike. I have had Big Block Chevy's in the past, a bunch of Harleys with drag pipes, and a GX 390 that can roar. I always respected the peace and...
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    Vintage Kart help??

    45 years ago my father came home with a go kart sticking out of the trunk of his car. I would love to figure out what, and who manufactured it. From memory it had 2 Homelite 2 cycle motors. The kart was all Aqua blue the same color as the Homelite motors and chain saws back then. It had a chrome...
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    Briggs crank turning "Dimension suggestion"

    I am going to pull a crank to have turned to 3/4. Its on a Briggs 6hp, its as now tapered, 4-1/4 long and is .872 in diameter. It has a 1-1/4 schoulder coming from the case to the machined shaft. How far should the shoulder extend beyond the seal to run a TC-2. How long should the 3/4 shaft be...
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    6hp Briggs I/D help?????

    Got an old Wards Power Kraft 2500 watt generator given to me. I cant find any numbers on this engine. I scrapped off the decal on the shroud and found nothing. All the other decals are weathered beyond any good. Anyone recognize this or where is the number/model/type located on this, I think...
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    TAV-2 Belt wear????

    What is the average life you get from a belt on a Comet TAV-2. I know there's variables to take into account but how long of a run time have you gotten? Walt
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    BBQ Smoker

    Anyone built a smoker?? I got this old 100gal Quincy air Tank and I am turning it into an offset indirect smoker. I should be able to smoke a small complete hog in this when its done. It's about ready for the sandblaster and I"ll then start fabbin it up. Low and Slo" Texas Style:thumbsup::thumbsup:
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    Powder coating basic questions

    I know from reading posts there are a few guys here with a lot of powder coating experience. I got a few questions if someone may offer some answers please. How much metal prep should I do? Does it need to be like primer ready or does the coater do this? What should I expect to pay for a...
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    Finishing touch

    Kenny emailed me a pix of whats coming, my seat. Kinda excited to get this, I got a sore butt and I'm sure this will fix it. The guy is a pro:thumbsup: Can't wait to see these come together
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    EBAY issues????

    I auctioned off an outboard motor on EBAY. The winning bidder won the auction 2 days ago this is the 3rd morning after the auction. No contact, no email nor any payment from the buyer. I realize its the Holiday Memorial weekend. How long is reasonable to expect arrangements or some sort of...
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    Sandblasting better choice??

    How much improvement over a syphon feed blaster is the pressure pot system. I have a syphon system similiar to the 1st picture and hate it. I am thinking about the pressure system HF has on sale. Is it a lot better/faster than the slow going syphon one????? experienced opinion??? ps: I have a...
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    You Squewie Wabbit

    Here's Boomer: He has his trophy. I have only seen 2 Beagles that can flat run down a rabbit. He got this one this morning, was quite a show to watch. I have seen Boomer take out 3 on foot, full bore, run them down. Boomer is almost 8 years old. He's a natural:thumbsup: He will parade this...
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    Oil change pump??

    Aquavac????Anyone tried one of these, there about 30.00 at Blo's I mean Lowes. I think I am going to try one. I'm tired of making a big mess on my garage floor. :doah:
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    16-18HP Vanguard Twin

    Looking for a Horizontal 16-18hp Briggs Vanguard. Need to have a 1 inch shaft typical for what we use. If you got a good one, pm me and maybe we can work a deal, Thanks...Walt will consider a 14 also
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    Vibration levels??

    I would like to start a thread about motors, bikes, and vibration issue. Have you have a serious vibrator "keep it nice" and was able to help the situation or smooth it out? I have one that turns my arms numb and my hands feel itchy after a ride. What motors are smoother for mini's than...
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