Since we're locked in our house for the foreseeable future, decided now is the perfect time to get some projects done. I thought it might be a fun challenge to do a build 100% from parts and supplies I already have. Not going to the store or ordering anything.
I decided to start with this bike. It's either a Bird Wren, or a Sears Runabout. If anyone has info on the differences, that would be greatly appreciated. Leaning towards a Sears since it has the clutch guard mount on the engine plate.
This bike actually has a cool story. I was in my driveway messing around with a mini bike when a guy stopped in front of my house. He said "you're into mini bikes? Do you want a frame to build?" I immediately said YES! and hopped on my bike to follow him back to his house. This bike is what he dragged out. Turns out this roller had been left by the previous owners. It had been sitting in his backyard since buying the house a couple years ago. He refused any money for it, just asked that I show him when its back on the road.
The plan going forward will be to wire wheel the whole thing back to bare metal, prime then paint. I'm limited to paint I already have, so it will likely be white wheels and navy blue on the frame. I should have a briggs or tecumseh laying around that will go on this.
How I dragged it home
Got started making a new scrub brake for it.
Crusty wheels. Will likely have to switch to running tubes with the tires. I doubt these will ever seal up again.
I decided to start with this bike. It's either a Bird Wren, or a Sears Runabout. If anyone has info on the differences, that would be greatly appreciated. Leaning towards a Sears since it has the clutch guard mount on the engine plate.
This bike actually has a cool story. I was in my driveway messing around with a mini bike when a guy stopped in front of my house. He said "you're into mini bikes? Do you want a frame to build?" I immediately said YES! and hopped on my bike to follow him back to his house. This bike is what he dragged out. Turns out this roller had been left by the previous owners. It had been sitting in his backyard since buying the house a couple years ago. He refused any money for it, just asked that I show him when its back on the road.
The plan going forward will be to wire wheel the whole thing back to bare metal, prime then paint. I'm limited to paint I already have, so it will likely be white wheels and navy blue on the frame. I should have a briggs or tecumseh laying around that will go on this.
How I dragged it home
Got started making a new scrub brake for it.
Crusty wheels. Will likely have to switch to running tubes with the tires. I doubt these will ever seal up again.