1956 Simplex Automatic Servi Cycle Build Thread

[redline1968]

Nice job. Wish I can keep my work shop clean like that... WOW....spotless to say the least.. :0

 

[Connor]

Nice job. Wish I can keep my work shop clean like that... WOW....spotless to say the least.. :0

New garage so I’m trying to keep it clean - probably won’t last long Lol

 

[Connor]

Been sidetracked with this project lately

But, I’ve made some progress on the Simplex...

-Connor

 

[Connor]

Well, this thread has been dead for awhile... I’ve finally made it back to this project. Just got the last little pieces from Wayne - should be able to get it running here pretty soon.

Decided to give it a good cleaning today. To my surprise, the paint is going to buff out really nicely (tested the front bumper). I also wire brushed some spokes and they cleaned up real nice.
-Connor

 

[wheelbender6]

I am glad that you bought that Simplex instead of me. Your restoration looks so good. I would have taken a bunch of short cuts.

 

[Connor]

I am glad that you bought that Simplex instead of me. Your restoration looks so good. I would have taken a bunch of short cuts.

Haha, thanks!

 

[Connor]

Was able to wire brush all the spokes on the front wheel - looks much better...

 

[frankster41]

I admire your efforts. I don't mean to rain on your thread but the Simplex engine was not known to be very dependable. In 40 years on going to antique motorcycle shows and swap meets I rarely see one of these running. You always see them laying there fore sale with the motor in pieces and very low miles on the speedometer. I wish you good luck.

 

[videoranger]

Nice!!! you need some of this to help clean up metal:
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Homax-F...Vkv_jBx3_3AmDEAQYASABEgJPaPD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

 

[bricycle]

awesome work / project!!