Steelcraft Trike restoration project

[4scuda]

Picked this Trike up Friday at a car swap meet. It was one of those things I saw pretty much as soon as I walked in the door. It is the larger size and had the tires, which always seem to be missing. I made a quick offer before I even looked at it good. Which was stupid considering it was not a bargain price. Anyway you can see that something is goofed with where the head tube should be. I have never had one of these a part. What is it supposed to have? Any pictures would be welcome. I haven't cleaned it yet, and it looks like it has a decent amount of original paint. I think some welding will be in order to fix it, which I suppose will mean new paint. I really love these trikes but probably should have left this for $175 donsidering the damage. Oh well I made some money or other items.

 

[1959firearrow]

I've got to admit I've never seen a trike quite like that. I really dig it. Hope the resto goes well!

 

[GiovanniLiCalsi]

Art Deco at its best!

 

[ridingtoy]

I was checking out the tricyclefetish site Murray page, but there isn't a good photo showing a Steelcraft up close where yours needs repairing. Even needing work, I've seen these go higher on ebay than what you paid.

Dave