1937 Indian Chief restoration

[Flathead101]

Hi Dave, yes that is a Binks #7 spray gun, my uncle gave it to me some years back when he quit painting. The truck is a true survivor 1957 Chevrolet 3100. Thanks for the compliments. I don’t have a very modern operation but it works for me.

[Flathead101]

Moving along with the 37’ this is as far as I gotten with the restoration. IMG_9928.jpeg IMG_0005.jpeg IMG_0006.jpeg IMG_0007.jpeg IMG_9963.jpeg IMG_9928.jpeg

[Flathead101]

IMG_0339.jpeg I decided to make a gas line rather than spend $150 on a new one. My investment was $25 minus the $8 tubing bender from Harbor Freight. My first car was less than $150.

[Flathead101]

I had the generator rebuilt at a local auto electric shop that’s been in business for 60 years. I’ve always had good luck with these trusty old Autolites. IMG_0343.jpeg

[exeric]

Beautiful work, Flathead101. I think when you do your own paint work, you get more satisfaction, and self-regard than any other aspect of restoration. Painting is 95% hard, tedious, repetitious work and the pay-off is way down a long dark tunnel. Like others have said, the single Indian red color with gold striping is timeless, and classically beautiful. Again, beautiful work.

[Flathead101]

Thanks for the kind words Exeric.

[droptopford]

Flathead101: I don't visit this area of the AMCA Forum as often as I should, and I haven't checked in here for a long while. What a treat! The work you have done is unbelievable and your documentation of the process is just fantastic. Thank you!

[Flathead101]

Thanks Droptopford for the compliment. Sure means a lot.

[Flathead101]

Generator officially installed. IMG_0420-compressed.jpeg IMG_0418-compressed.jpeg

[Flathead101]

I’ve had this old motorcycle mirror for years and found the perfect place for it. Check out the size of the clamp. IMG_0416-compressed.jpeg IMG_0415-compressed.jpeg

[Peter Cooke]

Check out the size of the clamp.

That aint coming off anytime soon!

[T. Cotten]

Sorry to get into this late, Flathead101,

(But "build threads" require more attention span than I can afford lately...)

It pleases me greatly that you have not "restored" the carburetor; Forgive me if it has been discussed, but what is the model stamping on that priceless early Linkert?

Thanks in advance, as I would like to add any pics at all to my reference collection,

....Cotten

[Flathead101]

Cotten, you’re spot on. I couldn’t see this classic M6 falling victim to a media blaster or an acid tank. It takes years to give nickel plating a soft luster. These 2 bolts are getting scarce and are a perfect fit for 1930’s Chiefs. IMG_0437-compressed.jpeg IMG_0438-compressed.jpeg IMG_0439-compressed.jpeg

[Flathead101]

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[T. Cotten]

I assume you shall swap out the OHV HS needle and harley chokelever on the Beck, Flathead101?

It is the other, installed M 6 that is exciting.

A nickel 4-line Beck proves that they preceded 1940, and a two-screw intake pushes it even earlier; But the marque application for the very early sprue-top remains uncertain.

It may actually be "correct" for something, whereas the Becks have been condemned by the judges forever.

....Cotten
PS: How did you get the nickel from this:
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To this?:
M 6 sprue top.jpg

I'm impressed that you left the beautymark on the top of the sprue!

PPS:
I suspect the original sprue-top LS knob resembed the left or center in this pic:
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If anyone finds clues in their stash, Please let us know! Thanks.