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Saginaw powerbike build

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Looks good I would not mind a rusty crusty unit to restore myself...
Craigslist delivers for me. Some times is just dumb luck to find rusty treasures. Pics are a few I've found

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Back on the powerbike. The 32 tooth sprocket is mounted to the coaster brake and getting the chains fitted up
The big stuff is mostly done. I have a kickstart continental aa7 which is the correct motor. Wondering should I leave this project rusty patina of finish it out with fresh paint. Well see..

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Back on the powerbike resurrection. Clutch belt and pulley installed. The tension is achieved by shimming the motor as the holes are not slotted. I'm going to use this Briggs model 8 for now as the continental aa7 I have has a worn out rod and crank. Anybody have these parts?

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Scored a original continental powerbike motor on ebay. Paid too much for it but I'll be under 1k when this built is done

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The motor was missing the kickstart clutch so I made one. The pawl and housing are briggs pull start and the gear is from a ford starter. A little machine work and weld and were good to go.

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