Rather than welding the top and bottom halves together and spray painting them silver (like I saw on one $2500.00 (asking price) restoration); I decided to start from scratch and fabricate my own reproduction shocks. To begin my shock reproduction project I had Ace Wire and Spring Co. out of Pittsburgh fabricate new springs that were exact duplicates of the originals except that they had a slightly higher compression rating. After weeks of lathe and machine work I ended up with the components shown in Picture #6. The cylinder and the plunger were sent out and given a triple plate, show chrome, finish and the results can be seen in picture #7. After final assembly, I ended up with ten pairs of shocks like the ones in picture #8. Picture #9 shows a comparison between the old originals and the new reproduction shocks. I'm probably going to get asked if I have any extra ones for sale. Unfortunately the answer is no. I thought about making extras when I was doing them but they cost me $95.00 each (one shock) and I really couldn't imagine that there would be any demand for them even if I sold them at my cost. I only made enough to restore ten of my Campus Bikes. If I decide to do the rest of them someday, then I will need to make more shocks. If that happens; then I will post a notice on OldMiniBikes and take orders if anyone is interested. Ogy
thanks again ogy for the springs:thumbsup: i will use them someday on my campus bike.
here is one of my fox minibikes, first model every built. 1961 or 62? originally came with a 2stroke.
now it's just rat rod bike with a 5hp briggs +tav2.:doah:
OGY, me and markg have not forgotten. if we fine one just like it,its yours:thumbsup:
here is one of my fox minibikes, first model every built. 1961 or 62? originally came with a 2stroke.
now it's just rat rod bike with a 5hp briggs +tav2.:doah:
OGY, me and markg have not forgotten. if we fine one just like it,its yours:thumbsup:
Tom, As I worked on my Fox Campus rear shock project I made detailed measurements and drawings for each of the components. If you ever decide that you would like to make a set; I would be happy to send you copies of my drawings and notes. Along with the drawings I would include a couple of sets of new springs (at no charge) for your project. When you have springs custom made it's cheaper to make two hundred than it is to make two. Consequently, I have a couple of hundred of new ones that I'm never going to use. With regard to the finish. Silver or chrome paint could be an option but might I suggest zinc or nickel plating. Both are very easy to do in a home shop and relatively inexpensive while giving a shine similar to chrome. Especially the nickel. Let me know if you care to take me up on my offer. Ogy
thanks again ogy for the springs:thumbsup: i will use them someday on my campus bike.
here is one of my fox minibikes, first model every built. 1961 or 62? originally came with a 2stroke.
now it's just rat rod bike with a 5hp briggs +tav2.:doah:
OGY, me and markg have not forgotten. if we fine one just like it,its yours:thumbsup:
here is one of my fox minibikes, first model every built. 1961 or 62? originally came with a 2stroke.
now it's just rat rod bike with a 5hp briggs +tav2.:doah:
OGY, me and markg have not forgotten. if we fine one just like it,its yours:thumbsup:
find yourself someday restoring a Fox Campus I would be glad to assist you in any way I can. And thanks again fellows. Ogy
Anytime.:thumbsup:I'm still looking, it's only a matter of time. I will restore my Campus someday, and when I do I would love to take you up on your offer. By the way, those shocks you built are absolutely BEAUTIFUL.
Here is a strange Fox I picked up over the summer:
Made by Fox, not really a mini, but for sure a bike, swing arm, shocks and all!
Here is a strange Fox I picked up over the summer:
Made by Fox, not really a mini, but for sure a bike, swing arm, shocks and all!
ok guys, there was a fox campus minibike on ebay for $895 or buy $995:doah
k we all know the price is little crazy and is not the first time we seen a campus go for $$$ or $$$$. the big kicker is:doah: when did they come with clinton engines. engine looks correct for it's year and all,but far has i know they only came with briggs on the early models and later with tecumseh.
Vintage Fox Campus Mini Bike Minibike Original - eBay (item 230400706966 end time Nov-26-09 21:04:43 PST)
k we all know the price is little crazy and is not the first time we seen a campus go for $$$ or $$$$. the big kicker is:doah: when did they come with clinton engines. engine looks correct for it's year and all,but far has i know they only came with briggs on the early models and later with tecumseh.Vintage Fox Campus Mini Bike Minibike Original - eBay (item 230400706966 end time Nov-26-09 21:04:43 PST)
ok guys, there was a fox campus minibike on ebay for $895 or buy $995:doahk we all know the price is little crazy and is not the first time we seen a campus go for $$$ or $$$$. the big kicker is:doah: when did they come with clinton engines. engine looks correct for it's year and all,but far has i know they only came with briggs on the early models and later with tecumseh.
Vintage Fox Campus Mini Bike Minibike Original - eBay (item 230400706966 end time Nov-26-09 21:04:43 PST)
k we all know the price is little crazy and is not the first time we seen a campus go for $$$ or $$$$. the big kicker is:doah: when did they come with clinton engines. engine looks correct for it's year and all,but far has i know they only came with briggs on the early models and later with tecumseh.Vintage Fox Campus Mini Bike Minibike Original - eBay (item 230400706966 end time Nov-26-09 21:04:43 PST)
hay here is the same kinda minibike as your little fox with yet another clinton motor.. on ebay, nice mini:wink:
FOX CAMPUS MINI BIKE PARTS BIKE PROJECT RESTORE RARE:eBay Motors (item 320455319208 end time Dec-05-09 15:06:42 PST)
FOX CAMPUS MINI BIKE PARTS BIKE PROJECT RESTORE RARE:eBay Motors (item 320455319208 end time Dec-05-09 15:06:42 PST)
