1957 XL mount bolts

[jmanjeff]

are the front motor mount bolts "Rockford" and look like in the pic

Thanks jeff

[jmanjeff]

Found what i need

[Powerlifter626]

WOW, I guess you're going for a 100 point bike with all these original nuts and bolts. Who and where do you get your bike judged? When my 57 is finished I want to bring it to shows and have it judged but mine won't be 100 points. I have spent a very long time searching for the correct parts but I am using new hardware simply because its stronger and I also want to ride this thing....and I don't think I have the patience to look for the hardware I need thats old and used. My 57 is powdercoated on the frame and other parts that are black, just because its more durable.....I know they did not have Powdercoating in 1957 but I am spending a lot of money and I want this thing to hold and last me. For example I used stainless steel spokes that are slightly a larger diameter just for a stronger wheel, I blasted the spokes so they are dull and would look like CAD but are infact stainless steel.

Hey Jeff, how close can I get out of 100 points with the things I listed. I have a lot of original parts, some reproduction including my horn, rear fender, and the things like the spokes. I have not painted the bike yet but I do have a container of what is "supposidly" Pepper Red color. I have an aftermarket solo seat that I will ride with and I have an original saddle that I need refurbished, have all major parts. I'd say based on the pics mine is a lot like yours but minus the "Original" hardware. How does your bike get scored as is right now?
I don't mean to bother you, just curious and I can't wait till I finish building mine.

-Paul

[DaveSwanson]

Paul, most of the hardware you need is available from Old Dude. It is either NOS or correct reproductions. Beautiful stuff. I don't know how anyone can do a proper restoration without the Old Dude. Great people, and great service.

[Chris Haynes]

WOW, I guess you're going for a 100 point bike with all these original nuts and bolts. Who and where do you get your bike judged? When my 57 is finished I want to bring it to shows and have it judged but mine won't be 100 points. I have spent a very long time searching for the correct parts but I am using new hardware simply because its stronger and I also want to ride this thing....and I don't think I have the patience to look for the hardware I need thats old and used. My 57 is powdercoated on the frame and other parts that are black, just because its more durable.....I know they did not have Powdercoating in 1957 but I am spending a lot of money and I want this thing to hold and last me. For example I used stainless steel spokes that are slightly a larger diameter just for a stronger wheel, I blasted the spokes so they are dull and would look like CAD but are infact stainless steel.

Hey Jeff, how close can I get out of 100 points with the things I listed. I have a lot of original parts, some reproduction including my horn, rear fender, and the things like the spokes. I have not painted the bike yet but I do have a container of what is "supposidly" Pepper Red color. I have an aftermarket solo seat that I will ride with and I have an original saddle that I need refurbished, have all major parts. I'd say based on the pics mine is a lot like yours but minus the "Original" hardware. How does your bike get scored as is right now?
I don't mean to bother you, just curious and I can't wait till I finish building mine.

-Paul

Paul, Paul, Paul,
Why tear a bike down and put it back together wrong? Do it right so you won't have to do it over. New correct hardware is available from Clete (Old Dude). Reproduction parts are allowed by the AMCA IF IT IS THE HIGHEST QUALITY PART AVAIABLE. Aftermarket accessories that replace an onriginal part like a seat mean points off. If you want you seat done correctly send it to Worsham Castle. ( http://www.worshamcastle.com/ )

[jmanjeff]

Pual i have not had my bike judged yet i hope to ride it up to Davenport next year.

[Powerlifter626]

Thanks for the help guys, I do have some NOS hardware I ordered from NOSPARTS but certainly not everything. I will look through my parts catalog and search for the hardware.