1980 Bobber Build on Mr. Lucky's Frame

[kvanderploeg]

I've ditched the Littelfuse fuse block for a PC-8 from Eastern Beaver. A bit smaller and offers switched and unswitched circuit options. We'll see how crammed things still get.

Kent

 

[kvanderploeg]

Made a little dent in the wiring today. Trying to do my best to think things through and route them properly. I mentioned that I'd be using the Eastern Beaver PC-8 fuse block. This little block is pretty slick and small. It offers 6 switched circuits and 2 unswitched circuits. I'll be using the switched circuits for:

Headlight
Horn
Coil/Pamco
Brake Light
Tail Light
Starter Solenoid

And I'll be using one of the unswitched circuits to run a USB port for the phone/speedometer/GPS. Even though it's "unswitched" I've added a switch to cut power from it when not in use. That way it doesn't drain the battery during longer periods of non-riding. Here's a shot of the PC-8:

And here's a shot of the right/control side. From L-R Switch for "unswitched" circuits, keyed ignition, starter button, LED indicator for ignition ON.

Hopefully more progress tonight once it starts cooling off.

Kent

 

[kvanderploeg]

The bugs were getting bad, so I quit for the night. I still need to connect the three wires from the PMA to the Reg/Rec and connect the positive and negative from the Reg/Rec to the battery. I also need to run one last wire from the battery positive to the starter relay. Hell, at least I can kick it! :lol: Even the USB port for the phone is working.

Kent

 

[Travis]

Keep up the good work! You're getting close now! Want to come wire up some bikes for me?

 

[kvanderploeg]

Thanks, Travis! Wiring is one of the parts I find almost therapeutic. It just takes some planning, careful wire placement, and proper materials.

Kent

 

[Travis]

therapeutic? You're definitely in the minority there.

 

[kvanderploeg]

I know, I'm the odd man out. I've been wiring things for years. I'm still new to building bikes. lol

Kent

 

[Yamaha_chop]

Progress looks fantastic man, I'm sure your wife can't wait to try this thing out!

One question, I looked through the thread but couldn't find the answer, what tank is it that you cut the middle out of? I definitely like the lines of it and have been wanting to use something different than my sporty tank on my chop.

 

[kvanderploeg]

Thanks! We're both excited to get it on the road. I'm not sure what the name of the tank is exactly. I had a friend give it to me. We toss parts back and forth. He said to use it, and if it turned out like crap, scrap it. I think it was for a Softail, single cap, stretched, similar to this:

http://www.debrix.com/Smooth-2-Stretch-Gas-Tank-1984-1999-Harley-Softai-p/38-0192-vt.htm

Kent

 

[kvanderploeg]

I didn't have time to do much work today. I did manage to get the tank and fender stripped. Hopefully some body work tomorrow.

Kent

 

[emzdogz]

i covet thy drilled rotors

 

[kvanderploeg]

i covet thy drilled rotors

All it takes is drill bits, a press, oil and some time!

Kent

 

[kvanderploeg]

Have I ever mentioned that I don't enjoy body work? Done for today. Might go back at it this evening, it's 95° here today.

Kent

 

[kvanderploeg]

Primer is on in my high class paint booth.

Kent

 

[stuntdouble]

Got any close up pics of your headlight mount? Bike looks awesome!

 

[kvanderploeg]

Thanks! Not much too it. Just a piece of angle iron with the corners rounded off.

Kent

 

[stuntdouble]

Very nice, I was trying to come up with a simple and small way to mount mine but was leary about using the existing holes as you did. What the hell, Ill give it a shot! Keep the updates coming!

 

[emzdogz]

is that some kind of silver primer?

 

[kvanderploeg]

is that some kind of silver primer?

Nope, just 2K urethane primer. Color is on:

Kent

 

[emzdogz]

woo hoo!