Camelback Tank Measurements

[Chris Border MFG]

I agree. I spent more than one sleepless night on the design and frame layout for my 36 Anvil. Then there was the 1000 plus hours in building. More than once my wife said I had lost my mind.

[LouieMCman]

Sounds great. If you are like me you will be modifying it as you go. I'm sure a lot of people are not going to like what I'm going to say next but it true... I think anyone can bolt together just about any kind of motorcycle but to build one from scratch is something else. The engineering involved to build a frame, drivetrain, and gearing is above most people not to mention suspension, functional throttle and brake controls, or tanks that don't leak. Don't get me wrong, I'm not a machinist or a great welder (I am a good grinder!) and I realize the things I build are just toys that are not even finished in great detail. But like on my antique bikes, every thing will be functional. So I encourage everyone to scrape up what ever you got laying around the garage and put something together even if it's just something to ride around at the meets or around your neighborhood, it will give you a good idea of how early bikes were created 100 years ago.

[c.o.]

Louie! I'm still stretching and warming up! I've got ideas floating around in my noggin' but I haven't actually started anything yet. I'm still thinking on a powerplant but I got the roller built in my mind.........

[LouieMCman]

Go Cory Go!

[c.o.]

Les, I didn't think I'd get a response this fast and to be honest didn't really think out the measurement idea. I'll study some pictures and try and get something sensible figured out. Thank-you for the reply.

[talbot-2]

What specific tank measurements are interested in? I have a 1908 Indian Camelback, single, battery ignition, in original condition.

[c.o.]

Louie the McMan has inspired me with his Pierce replica. I've got an early bicycle that I'd like to convert to a camelback style bike. I was wondering if anyone out there has a tank handy to take a few measurements so that I can get as accurate as possible on my fabrication. Thanks for any input!!!