Ryan's A.M.C.A. Giveaway bike build!

[Lonnie]

You can sleep when you get old, for now, git 'er done!

[c.o.]

Your living the dream Ryan!!! Oh, and I'm pretty sure you'll have it done to head for the Black Hills!!

[Ryan Mackey]

I arrived in Aberdeen around 1 this afternoon and didn't waste any time getting to work. First things first though we had to see if I had grown at all while I was gone or if Duke the shop dog was still taller than me...you can be the judge


After that was settled I made a list of all the things that still need done...a lot to do in 2 weeks!


First I got started on the foot pegs. I got them at Denton but the threads were the wrong size for the shaft that we made so I put bolts in, cut them flush to the mount and then welded them in. Then I used the lathe to face the welds and then drill and tap the new threads.

The pegs do sit out a little farther than I would like so we are contemplating cutting them a little shorter.


After that it was dinner time and since this will probably be the last chance that we have any time to leave the shop to eat, Matt and I decided to go ride and grab some food. Here I am on their '47 knuck


When we got back, I started working on the brake lever. When Matt welded it up for me, it melted the brass bushing so I filed it down as much as I could and then Matt showed me how to hone it out to get it nice and smooth.


Luckily I got a good nights rest last night because we only have 2 weeks to get my bike done for Sturgis...there isn't going to be much time for sleep.

[Ryan Mackey]

Yup I was there all day friday and most of saturday. It was really nice seeing everyone again that I had met at Denton and meeting a ton of new people. The races were awesome. Those guys are crazy!!
I didn't get too many parts but I did get some grips for my bike thanks to Maiden America!

I have to say by far the coolest bike that was there was the '36 that Matt and Carl just finished. It is number 1005!


I fly back to South Dakota Thursday so stay tuned...this bike should be cruising down the road in no time!

[Earl]

I'm glad I was able to bump into Ryan walking around Wauseon on Friday.

Ryan, what goodies did you find for your project?

(If you didn't see him, it's because he had his shades on!!)

[1945UL]

that wire loom weaver is awesome. what an awesome experience.

[dommi7]

Good to see you back Ryan! Not many guys get the opportunity to weave their own harness - that's pretty cool.

[Ryan Mackey]

I finally made it over to Bruce Linsday's place this morning to work on the wiring. His place is so cool and only about 30 minutes from my house. Here is what we started with...


Bruce has basically a whole factory setup to make wire harnesses. Here I am running the machine to wrap the wires.




Here I am using a machine that automatically crimps a connector on the end of the wire.


We got everything done pretty quick and now it shouldn't take long at all to get everything wired on the bike in July. While I was there I also got a picture of a Sears that Bruce had similar to the one Matt is building.


Thanks again Bruce!

[Paps]

Ryan, I like the way you think.
Hey Paps, You still get pretty frisky in the spring time.

It's the thoughts that count Steve. And plenty of thoughts I still have.

[Ohio-Rider]

I found the first part to my next project...its a see through pan cover, how cool is that!

Ryan, I like the way you think.
Hey Paps, You still get pretty frisky in the spring time.

[Paps]

So what's the name of the rib place? ... Perry (I'm too old for the waitress but not too old for good ribs (should I ever get to the Denton meet))

I'll never be to old for the waitress ribs.

[Ryan Mackey]

Hat's off to all that are helping Ryan with their time and resources! What a fantastic way to get the younger crowd involved. Ryan, what is the target date for finishing the bike? I hope to see it, if you bring it to Davenport.

The goal is to have it ready for Sturgis the first week of August. I do plan on having it at Davenport.

So what's the name of the rib place? ... Perry (I'm too old for the waitress but not too old for good ribs (should I ever get to the Denton meet))

Jimmy's Barbecue in Lexington

[Perry Ruiter]

And I really didn't want to disappoint you guys so I want you to meet Jennifer. She was our waitress at the best rib place I've ever been to.

So what's the name of the rib place? ... Perry (I'm too old for the waitress but not too old for good ribs (should I ever get to the Denton meet))

[Paquette]

WOW--Their teeth match!!!!

[silentgreyfello]

Hat's off to all that are helping Ryan with their time and resources! What a fantastic way to get the younger crowd involved. Ryan, what is the target date for finishing the bike? I hope to see it, if you bring it to Davenport.