I have a frame/forks from a Cat Duster. I want to make it into a cool little chopper mini-bike. After Googling various pictures, I think there was a couple different versions...one had a rear disc brake, and one had a scrub brake.
My frame has the pedal for the scrub brake but still has the mount for the rear disc also. Apparently, the same frame was used on the different versions.
I'm planning on doing away with both brake set-ups (disc mount and scrub) and using an Azusa drum brake and wheels.
I'm looking for some advice as to wheel sizes and tire sizes. I think that maybe the Dusters originally used a wider rear wheel/tire combo and a smaller diameter front. Anybody know for sure?
I'm not trying to do an exact, original, correct restoration...I just want this to be a cool mini to be proud of. As of right now, the engine plan is a Briggs 5HP Industrial "Plus".
I'm considering a Torq-A-Verter or maybe a two-speed jack-shaft.
If you have a Duster, please post pics in this thread...I'm looking for ideas!
Thanks!
My frame has the pedal for the scrub brake but still has the mount for the rear disc also. Apparently, the same frame was used on the different versions.
I'm planning on doing away with both brake set-ups (disc mount and scrub) and using an Azusa drum brake and wheels.
I'm looking for some advice as to wheel sizes and tire sizes. I think that maybe the Dusters originally used a wider rear wheel/tire combo and a smaller diameter front. Anybody know for sure?
I'm not trying to do an exact, original, correct restoration...I just want this to be a cool mini to be proud of. As of right now, the engine plan is a Briggs 5HP Industrial "Plus".
I'm considering a Torq-A-Verter or maybe a two-speed jack-shaft.
If you have a Duster, please post pics in this thread...I'm looking for ideas!
Thanks!
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