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Project BOARDCHOP - Build Thread

Discussion in 'The Garage' started by jdizon, Nov 11, 2013.

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  1. Nov 11, 2013 #1
    jdizon

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    Introducing project BOARDCHOP! The inspiration behind this next build has heavy boardtracker and chopper influences, thus "Board Chop". I must have 30+ drawing mock-ups but the following drawing below is the closest to the look I'm going for in this next build.

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    Runner up designs

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  2. Nov 11, 2013 #2
    jdizon

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    Off with your head(tube)
    neck sent out to voodoo vintage for a body transplant.

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    Picked up this P&P girder. Needs a full rebuild

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    Soaking in Metal Rescue.

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    All cleaned up and replaced shock and seals.

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    Ended up deciding to go with a banana style girder front-end.

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  3. Nov 11, 2013 #3
    Soliddrummer

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    It that the voodoo vintage girder front end? That thing is amazing, pricey as all hell, but holy moly is it good lookin'! In general I really like your builds, both your other bikes came out gorgeous, but I just don't get the mismatched wheels. I never understood why anyone would do that on purpose. What am I missing here?
     
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  4. Nov 11, 2013 #4
    xsfreak

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    The girder with the headlight absolutely ROCKS !!!!! subscribed can't wait to see this one.
     
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  5. Nov 11, 2013 #5
    scabber

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    Looks good on paper. If you get a chance ask Voodoo why they bailed on the Kawasaki 1000 chopper build thread they started. I really wanted to see the finished bike. Nice front end. Off to a good start. :thumbsup:
     
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  6. Nov 12, 2013 #6
    Lester

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    You definitly got my attention.....
     
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  7. Nov 12, 2013 #7
    Lasper01

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    Sub'ed :) really cool look!!
     
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  8. Nov 12, 2013 #8
    wherearewe

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    subcribed:thumbsup:
     
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  9. Nov 12, 2013 #9
    jdizon

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    Voodoo vintage currently does not offer a girder front-end, Else I'd be all over it.
    In terms of rear wheels, I want to run a 18" out back but the invaders don't come in the size unless I have them custom made which I am considering. I might run a mag out back or run another set of blacked out moon-eyes.

    All my builds start off on paper. Always.

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  10. Nov 12, 2013 #10
    jdizon

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    Invader wheel I plan to run on the front end.

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    I was planning to use these inverted levers on the last build but I think it would suit this one more.

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  11. Nov 12, 2013 #11
    Soliddrummer

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    You are right sir! I was referring to this leafer they make which is incredible. That girder you've got there must be a harley one then I imagine, where did you get it? It's gorgeous.

    I understand what you mean with the wheels now, I would definitely go the route of having a matching 18" made, those are very unique wheels and a set of them would really set the build off.


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  12. Nov 12, 2013 #12
    jdizon

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    The first girder I posted is a P&P and the other is a custom one being made.
    Most custom front ends have a 1" stem which is standard. The P&P I had actually had a 7/8 removable one.

    In terms of the rear wheel, we'll see how the 18" mags look, else I'll consider getting a matching rear.
     
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  13. Nov 12, 2013 #13
    jdizon

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    Just did a search on xs650 invader wheel and saw this bike. Looks bad-ass. It looks like it might be worth the effort to get matching rear.

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  14. Nov 12, 2013 #14
    Airwolfie

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    That is going to be one sic ride Johann!! Looking forward to this build!!!

    SUUUUUUUUUUUUBSCRIBED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
     
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  15. Nov 12, 2013 #15
    I am Carbon

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    RutRo, I see I'm going to have to keep an EYE on You again!

    There is something so cool about a girder can't quit put my finger on what that is.
    Oh well it doesn't matter they are just way cool.
     
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  16. Nov 12, 2013 #16
    reelop19

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    Sub'd. Looks good
     
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  17. Nov 13, 2013 #17
    jdizon

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    @Carbon haha brother! I'm at it again..

    @airwolfie, reelop19 Thanks! Can't wait to get her as a roller. Still in the collecting parts phase.
     
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  18. Nov 13, 2013 #18
    Airwolfie

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    Have you thought of a colour scheme yet? I'm thinking brass, copper black and browns, yes kind of like steampunk! But I can see this would look the part!
     
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  19. Nov 13, 2013 #19
    GeorgeKillianLett

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    Awesome, so ready to watch this one come together!
     
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  20. Nov 13, 2013 #20
    I am Carbon

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    The hard on bike is looking perdy darn sweet.
    :thumbsup::thumbsup:
     
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