Got it!
I assume it would be wise to put something in the hole, like a plastic cap to keep the crap out?
Still have to blast the carb body some more, as there is still some black showing.
Is corrosion an issue?
Wondering if I should clear powdercoat it or the like..
As a backdrop to my next statement....
I'm a pretty handy guy... with a pretty well equipped shop, and I will tackle pretty much anything..
Getting reasonable with the English wheel, Planishing Hammer, Bead roller, Shrinker/Stretcher, and of course the bag and the stump...
Built this sheet metal station last year to make some panels I need for my Airstream.
More of me over here...
https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=403443
Trying to decide a direction for the build still.
I was thinking a stock build/resto, but wondered about some custom touches.
It may well end up as my girls ride, as its a bit small for me as I'm 6' 4" and 250lb.
She is 5' 5" and 120...
I don't want to chop it up at all, and want it all to be able to put back to stock, and keep all the stock parts...
Dang, even the original saddle is in good shape!
I'm leaning toward some bling, with the engine vapor blasted, maybe keep the main case black, and a few details. Maybe some billet bling too.
Tank is already panted glass black and straight, so maybe some pinstriping...
Maybe, add some rake to the stance with some fork extensions, and maybe lower the rear a touch...
Maybe build a better/sculptured/lower saddle, with better foam and a stitched leather cover... I have the skills to shape foam and stitch a custom cover.
Wide rear tire, and skinnier front... Keeping the spoked wheels, and maybe a drilled rotor up front....
Is any of the above stupid/sacrilege?
Open top suggestions and crit!