Need help with headlight/rearlight on Shortster by Carter bro's after engine swap

ShortsterCarter

ShortsterCarter

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The engine that was originally on it was a Tecumseh 5.5hp and I replaced that with a Predator 6.5hp. The lights originally connected to the Tecumseh flywheel (Or something behind it?). Think I would be able to put the lights onto the Predator flywheel (Or something behind it!)? I don't want to take the flywheels off to find out I can't do it. Anyone know? Sorry if it is a stupid question. New to this. Thanks!
 
Docdc

Docdc

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Your minibike had a lighted coil tecumseh OHH55 engine on it. It was capable of 12 volt output which supplied your lights. You have replaced it with a motor that does NOT have a lighted coil. Your engine does not have capabilities to power lights. As far as I know, there is no easy conversion to a lighted coil on a predator although there are others who will chime in if I am wrong.

I also own a Shortster

Doc

 
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buckeye

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Dang Doc, that you only had Foxes. That seat on the db is nice.

And pretty sure your answer is correct.

Welcome to the op.:thumbsup:
 
ShortsterCarter

ShortsterCarter

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Docdc said:
Your minibike had a lighted coil tecumseh OHH55 engine on it. It was capable of 12 volt output which supplied your lights. You have replaced it with a motor that does NOT have a lighted coil. Your engine does not have capabilities to power lights. As far as I know, there is no easy conversion to a lighted coil on a predator although there are others who will chime in if I am wrong.

I also own a Shortster

Doc

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Thanks for the quick and informed reply!!
Edit* Since you have a Shorster, do you happen to know where I can buy a front fender for the Shorster?
 
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Docdc

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You know what my friend, I have been looking for parts for this thing to put away just in case. I have seen none in a very long time. Parts just don't exist. Take care of what you have because you will play heck trying to find anything.

Doc
 
ShortsterCarter

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Docdc said:
You know what my friend, I have been looking for parts for this thing to put away just in case. I have seen none in a very long time. Parts just don't exist. Take care of what you have because you will play heck trying to find anything.

Doc
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Will do! Going to get the Tecumseh motor back in running condition and keep it around.
 
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dustyrinkc

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I too have scoured the earth looking for parts for this bike, as I need a clutch cover for mine. The original cover is broke. I am almost tempted to sell it as is with out the cover. Or fabricate one out of 22 gauge sheet metal. I like it, this thing scares the :censure: out of me and my 230 lb nephew.

Also I am new to the site, so I'm sorry to interrupt this thread.
 
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