So, I'm into my 3rd Doodlebug..(Well, really 4, if you count the brand new one I bought at Northern Tool yesterday for $179.00)
I decided to try something new with the 3rd one. I wanted to stretch the frame 6" and add a torque converter, new paint, custom exhaust, front brakes, etc..
The frame is going to be powder coated Argent Silver. So is the Harbor Freight engine's gas tank and flywheel cover.
Also, I've never welded until this project, so go easy on me with the welding comments. Had to cut of the front brake bracket after my first weld, so it's got a good build up of weld, as you can see.
Here's some pics so far:
As purchased through craigslist:
Brought it home and stripped it down:
Cut the frame:
This is the bike I paid $179.00 for. I'm going to take the wheels, tires, brake components, and throttle assembly off and sell the rest. It's a cool color, but I don't care for the new style frame and forks.
Not sure if I've posted the pics of my first two bikes, but just in case:
Here's my fast one....I'm 195lbs and I hit 52.3 mph. Get to 45 mph quick!
Here's the same yellow one and my first green one:
Here's how much faster the yellow one is compared to the green one. Both have the Senators removed (not allowed to discuss governors) Only mention this for comparisons sake...Definitely do not recommend removing them unless other measures have been taken to ensure the integrity of the engine.
YouTube - Doodle Bug Race‏
I decided to try something new with the 3rd one. I wanted to stretch the frame 6" and add a torque converter, new paint, custom exhaust, front brakes, etc..
The frame is going to be powder coated Argent Silver. So is the Harbor Freight engine's gas tank and flywheel cover.
Also, I've never welded until this project, so go easy on me with the welding comments. Had to cut of the front brake bracket after my first weld, so it's got a good build up of weld, as you can see.
Here's some pics so far:
As purchased through craigslist:
Brought it home and stripped it down:
Cut the frame:
This is the bike I paid $179.00 for. I'm going to take the wheels, tires, brake components, and throttle assembly off and sell the rest. It's a cool color, but I don't care for the new style frame and forks.
Not sure if I've posted the pics of my first two bikes, but just in case:
Here's my fast one....I'm 195lbs and I hit 52.3 mph. Get to 45 mph quick!
Here's the same yellow one and my first green one:
Here's how much faster the yellow one is compared to the green one. Both have the Senators removed (not allowed to discuss governors) Only mention this for comparisons sake...Definitely do not recommend removing them unless other measures have been taken to ensure the integrity of the engine.
YouTube - Doodle Bug Race‏