Show Us What You Are You Building? => Restorations => Topic started by: Ramblinray on November 20, 2011, 04:11:24 pm
Title: twin track:Shes done, some final pictures at the end of the thread.
Post by: Ramblinray on November 20, 2011, 04:11:24 pm
Some shots of the twin near completion, I put the pictures up large so you can see some detail. The pictures dont do the detail justice. (http://i966.photobucket.com/albums/ae147/ramblin995/burningcash.png) (http://i966.photobucket.com/albums/ae147/ramblin995/twin_wrearglass.png) (http://i966.photobucket.com/albums/ae147/ramblin995/twindone.png)
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Post by: yamaha nutz on November 20, 2011, 06:33:54 pm
looking very nice how about some more pics
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Post by: Ramblinray on November 21, 2011, 02:23:56 am
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Post by: Ramblinray on November 21, 2011, 02:28:30 am
there will be nothing left to the imagination on this build. its wfo on this. and its being built to run.
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Post by: sledge x on November 22, 2011, 05:20:35 am
I always wondered if both tracks are under power through the corners or is there a clutch to disengage one?
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Post by: Reimond on November 22, 2011, 03:36:10 pm
Clutch linket to steering post via vire.
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Post by: Driver_JR on November 23, 2011, 01:54:44 am
It looks fantastic so far. You are taking restoring to a new level. Great job!
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Post by: emrickmn on November 24, 2011, 12:50:59 am
I love the detail and appreciate the hard work. Beautiful work. Its amazing that there are a few who penalize this high level of skill and workmanship by jumping on the "over-restored" soap box. This is the type of restoration that impresses me - keep going!!!
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Post by: VinRacer12 on November 24, 2011, 01:20:22 am
I agree with TJ..This is my kind of resto. I love the detailed work and all the chrome and polished aluminum. Who doesn't like to look at that?? But on the other hand.....Original Race condition is awesome as well. I have both. Nice work Ramblinray!!! Looking forward to more photos.
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Post by: JYRT on November 24, 2011, 05:01:57 am
Ray, your work is outstanding! It looks fantastic. Like the polished, gold zinc plating and gloss black combo.
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Post by: RVMAN on November 24, 2011, 05:09:02 am
Well, it's hard to imagine bashing something so painstakingly beautiful. This machine is pure eye candy and your work will be appreciated by virtually all that have ever even contemplated restoring any type of vintage machine. Photos are eagerly consumed by the eyes of vintage sledheads as quickly as you can post 'em, so please just keep them coming, Ramblinray. Excellent work, sir.
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Post by: AllenJ on November 26, 2011, 03:18:55 am
there will be nothing left to the imagination on this build. its wfo on this. and its being built to run.
Ray, How about letting me take that thing for a spin? I can pay will a bottle of crown. ;D ::)
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Post by: Ramblinray on December 01, 2011, 06:48:50 pm
this is the work of Kurt Krumm, He is co-owner of Goodwin Preformance. He was the guy who wrenched for Gregg whe he was the 91 WC, as well as Jeff Goodwin and many more who have won the world. there are a handfull of people that know twin trackers, His name is right up there whith Mouse and Brad Hulings. I cant take credit for anything going on here.
I have the good fourtune of calling this guy one of my friends. This twin will shine but make no mistake not a single corner is being cut, Its being prepped as if Dale Loritz is gonna drive it. I t will be ready for any track. RR
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Post by: yamaha nutz on December 01, 2011, 08:41:55 pm
Very cool ................i would really like to see some of these sleds race again aside from just exibition events ....................too young never got to see them run back in the day
Nutz
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Post by: Ramblinray on December 03, 2011, 03:20:40 pm
(http://i966.photobucket.com/albums/ae147/ramblin995/82.jpg) this is the next project if I dont sell it first.
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Post by: Ramblinray on December 11, 2011, 06:28:10 pm
twin track update, Lots want to know if this will race this year. Really not sure. Tons invested, My builder says it gets shown first as this is really his project. I think when you get a chance to see it you will like the craziness that is built into this thing. At first it was gonna be run in "exhibitions" Now that theres money involved i don't need it to find its way into a wall. Make no mistake this thing is being saved. It was junk, And the the parts that were supposed to be there when I bought it were not there.
I do most my own stuff, Than when it get to the exotic stuff I turn to the Miller boys to help, All my RVs have been done by me. But this is way beyond my skill so I have it in the hands of Kurt Krumm. He was the main twin builder for Goodwins, Fenhaus,Ave, I'm sure I'm missing some. But his is considered top of the heap on twins. Brad H, Mouse, and Kurt were the guys.
Here's an update with some carbon used on the pan for show.
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Post by: tigerpaw on December 11, 2011, 07:57:32 pm
Ray. Looks too nice to race!
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Post by: rotax to the max on December 11, 2011, 08:24:48 pm
you guys sure know how to make a sled , like Tiger Paw mentioned too NICE TO RACE , well race her and show the world your work , KEEP UP THE WORK < IT"S SURE ONE HELL OF A SLED , nice
mike
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Post by: GHenry on December 12, 2011, 02:51:13 am
Ramblin .......... a sled only looks like that "once" ......................................
After you run it, it looks like it's five years old already. Gas / oil everywhere, belt dust, you name it ......... it will attract it like a hooker on main in Vegas.
I'd leave this one for show ..... and find another to race if that's what you want to do. Just my .02 cents
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Post by: Ramblinray on December 15, 2011, 05:49:40 pm
Time for the motor, do I choose the one on the right or left? Going to get rid of the yellow on the head. Won't polish the motor, just a nice bead blast.
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Post by: yamaha nutz on December 15, 2011, 07:07:31 pm
WHAT ..................no polish :-[ :-[ :-[ :-[
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Post by: AllenJ on December 15, 2011, 07:53:08 pm
Hummm What is in the box on the right?
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Post by: Ramblinray on December 15, 2011, 08:51:00 pm
Nothing in that box on the right that G Henry cant loan you......except that one is new. and was never run in 78. and does not belong to me.
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Post by: AllenJ on December 15, 2011, 10:17:37 pm
Ok Ray. Just snooping for some parts that G doesn't have of Rotax nature. :)
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Post by: Ramblinray on December 24, 2011, 06:22:02 am
Tracks are aligned and installed(http://i966.photobucket.com/albums/ae147/ramblin995/twintrackinstal.png)
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Post by: Palepainter on December 24, 2011, 03:26:12 pm
That beast is coming out way nicer than it left the factory!!!
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Post by: yellowshirt on December 24, 2011, 07:59:56 pm
Very nice work,,,can't imagine the man hours involved ,,,,very nice!!
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Post by: Ramblinray on January 03, 2012, 03:23:10 am
(http://i966.photobucket.com/albums/ae147/ramblin995/twingin.png) thought I would share the motor, As I was in Ironwood racing my buddie Kurt Krumm was balz deep!
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Post by: GHenry on January 03, 2012, 03:38:14 am
I thought all the twin trackers had Rotax engines in them ........ that one says Burbon - something on the head.
What gives? ???
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Post by: racerdad87 on January 03, 2012, 04:03:30 am
looks great
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Post by: Ramblinray on January 03, 2012, 12:05:10 pm
It says "busted" as in broke. See you in a fewweeks G.
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Post by: GHenry on January 03, 2012, 11:41:44 pm
Only about 8 days .......................... :o
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Post by: Ramblinray on January 04, 2012, 01:13:40 am
Ironwood and ER is too much, Plus Amhurst. Ugh.
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Post by: crs76 on January 05, 2012, 05:34:19 pm
Awesome sled.
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Post by: Ramblinray on January 30, 2012, 02:31:03 am
Got the lube tank cleaned up, rear shox all in. Fit the seat and the rear glass.
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Post by: Ramblinray on January 30, 2012, 02:34:49 am
(http://i1073.photobucket.com/albums/w397/ramblinray/twinhood.png) fit the hood, bars are on tach mount is on. carbs are on . close
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Post by: AllenJ on January 30, 2012, 03:40:53 am
Ray, That is going to be one sweet sled when you are done. 8) Do you have a color picked out yet?
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Post by: Ramblinray on January 30, 2012, 03:19:11 pm
Allen, I have no idea what to do for paint, I was thinking of traditional ski doo colors, Now I'm thinking if I can find a cool and decent mold we could do carbon.I have though about a rap too. I have no clue. Ideas???
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Post by: GHenry on January 30, 2012, 05:46:16 pm
If it's for show ....... then traditional Ski-doo colors, but I like rockin' the original colors on the older IFS stuff.
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Post by: tigerpaw on January 30, 2012, 05:52:32 pm
To much bling to race. Even the skis are polished... 8)
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Post by: AllenJ on January 30, 2012, 05:55:55 pm
I too like the thought of original colors. Really like the way TJ's carbon hoods look but the cost and labor of making a mold to make one would be way too expensive. If there was a market for 10 that would be a different story.
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Post by: Ramblinray on February 22, 2012, 03:40:56 pm
well since the Twin Series was cancelled, And theres no 500.00 to win I decided to sell this thing yesterday.
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Post by: GHenry on February 22, 2012, 03:42:24 pm
Thanks for the deal on the twin Ramblin.
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Post by: AllenJ on February 22, 2012, 10:38:27 pm
Your just messing with us Ray. You wouldn't sell it until it was done. ::)
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Post by: Ramblinray on February 22, 2012, 11:21:32 pm
Im glad it worked out Mark, Couldnt think of a better home for it!
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Post by: BLIZZARD1 on February 22, 2012, 11:59:32 pm
Ray, which one did you off? was looking forward to seeing the show one completed! B1
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Post by: Ramblinray on February 29, 2012, 01:38:57 am
Ok so I didnt sell it, I cant afford to I would never get my money out of it, Here are the pipes and the motor, some fittings for the coolant system being polished. Also some updates to the cooling system so it doesnt look like bill the plumber ran hoses all over this thing. Look at a stock Twin and the cooling system is a joke. Looks like a rubber hose factory threw up.
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Post by: clem79 on February 29, 2012, 01:46:28 am
Looks like you forgot to polish the spark plugs... just kidding.
Good lord that is one gorgeous sled!
With all the polishing, plating and attention to detail... it's a good thing you have a deal with Toyota, because I'm imagining this will cost what a new truck would cost.... no doubt more.
Great work!
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Post by: Ramblinray on February 29, 2012, 01:53:54 am
Need a Ford deal to afford this thing!
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Post by: AllenJ on February 29, 2012, 01:56:46 am
Super nice job there Ray . 8) Where and when do we get to see this thing?
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Post by: clem79 on February 29, 2012, 01:57:24 am
A ford deal with a diesel! I saw your trailer post on the classifieds, figured with all your sleds you have that you'd own a bigger trailer. But then I remembered Toyota doesn't make anything bigger than a half ton so any trailer bigger may be a handfull on the road. But then again, when you're Ramblin Ray you probably just have your entourage haul your shtuff.
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Post by: GHenry on February 29, 2012, 02:25:28 am
... where does one get himself one of these "entourage" you speak of ?????
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Post by: clem79 on February 29, 2012, 02:37:35 am
By the looks of the pictures he posts on here... I'm thinking Jag's garage is a good starting point.
You mean the BEST place to start!
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Post by: sprocket on March 07, 2012, 10:09:59 pm
holy crap Ray looks great
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Post by: yamahabunch on March 07, 2012, 11:59:59 pm
Lookin' good Ray! 8)
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Post by: Ramblinray on March 17, 2012, 01:34:20 am
Well after all this time we decided to find new complete glass, A call to Jeff Stenerson and boom. Jeff put the glass on a truck that was heading to lake geneva for the water sno-cross,( Good luck to the snowcross guys racing in 80 degree temps. Theres snow but thier losing 2' a day. It's on a ski hill and they store snow in a hidden valley) TJ picked it up today. thats how you get things done, Its the vintage network baby. I guess the sno-cross kids were wonering what the hell it was. Should fit the new glass this week, and have done in time for St.Germain.
RR
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Post by: yamaha nutz on March 17, 2012, 02:11:38 am
streamed some of the races this afternoon looks like a sloppy slushy mess buddies are heading down tomorrow to watch ...........the warmest races i remember in the last 15 years that we have gone can't wait to see it ................with the crappy year did you guys ever get up by Doug to test i know we got a call late that the snow cross track was ready as it could be but i never asked about the pond
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Post by: Ramblinray on March 17, 2012, 02:48:57 am
Never made it up to Dougs once this year, TJ was there testing some SnoX stuff, Im not even sure his lake fully froze over.
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Post by: Ramblinray on March 27, 2012, 03:28:45 am
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Post by: sprocket on March 27, 2012, 04:36:03 pm
looking good Ray
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Post by: Ramblinray on April 03, 2012, 02:02:11 am
(http://i966.photobucket.com/albums/ae147/ramblin995/twin_glass-1.png) Glass ready for the body shop.
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Post by: Resto1 on April 03, 2012, 02:38:16 am
Can't wait to see what color(s) you've decided to go with. Really can't go wrong with a build like that. 8)
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Post by: AllenJ on April 03, 2012, 02:58:22 am
Can't wait to see what you come up with for paint.
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Post by: Ramblinray on April 04, 2012, 01:02:13 am
going to be yellow and black, with some hints of orange pinstripe, traditional white with black outline ski-doo logo, and a old school bliz checker along the bottom. just a clean look, not too busy.
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Post by: AllenJ on April 04, 2012, 01:56:10 am
Sounds like a good plan. 8)
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Post by: GHenry on April 04, 2012, 02:09:15 am
Old school colors ... just as it shoud be....
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Post by: Ramblinray on April 22, 2012, 04:05:36 pm
Getting closer, Had to fab these up This would have been something fun for my dad and I to do back when we had our Sheet metal shop. It was cool to use an old roller like the old days of working for a living. Now its time to polish and finish off with some carbon just so I can here all the pureists say this thing is over done!
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Post by: sprocket on April 22, 2012, 04:50:56 pm
sweet ;)
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Post by: Ramblinray on April 23, 2012, 05:21:29 pm
Found this in a barn, Brand new, ignition included, in the box from Ski-Doos race factory. Now I need another twin chassis.
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Post by: 72 Blizzard 340 on April 23, 2012, 08:57:36 pm
Ha, thats pretty cool engine!
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Post by: snopro168 on April 24, 2012, 12:40:18 am
Next time you come digging in my barn you could at least come in the house and say hi...
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Post by: GHenry on April 24, 2012, 02:27:51 am
Just how much of "his" stuff did you buy Ray?
I have had my hands on that motor a time or three.
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Post by: Ramblinray on April 24, 2012, 10:53:36 am
quite a bit G,Trying to help his daughters as well with some sponsorships. its the same one that I got out of a box at Goodwin, Im gonna put this in my other chassis.
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Post by: Ramblinray on April 25, 2012, 02:51:47 am
Fit a bunch of stuff today, Took the coolant bottle off, Fit and removed the belt guard, and took the clutches apart for final polish, It fired up today on the 3rd pull. the Glass doesn't fit my standards but I guess this is the way they were, Saturday we put it all together than its off to the body shop for some glass work and fitment. Than the paint.
As that happens we are fabbing a 2' high rolling stand to help bring it to shows, The stand is all stainless and will be very minimal so it will be easy to see the detail of this beast. It will be on casters that will swap out for skis in the winter to get it to the ice.
The sled hopefully will be ready for the St Germain show, I will bring it but not enter it in the show cuz I really dont care what any one thinks of the build. Is it over done? Yes, Too much money spent? Yes do I care what anyone thinks? No!
The twin will make its debut on the Ice at the 50Th at ER, With 1991 WC Gregg Goodwin as the driver. after that it will be run only on special occasions. I have another twin I will start to build for me and most of you guys to beat on. This sled was built to show, and if your in River for the 50Th you will see it go.
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Post by: emrickmn on April 25, 2012, 05:12:12 am
Ray, I'm 100% with you on your restoration level. I think we share the drive to do the best we can - on every part and I see nothing wrong with that. In fact, I applaud you for it.
Keep up the fantastic work and don't compromise your finished product. You're the one who will be looking at it. You're the one who will know if you cut corners -so make youself proud. And if it's "over-restored", take it to a different show where they appreciate it.
Can't wait to see the paint and decals. Also, please include a pic of your stand. Once done, I may IM you with some questions as I'd like to build something like that for my RXL.
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Post by: Ramblinray on April 26, 2012, 12:48:17 am
Working on the goofy clutch guard for this thing now. I think the secondary came out decent. The coolant bottle is a bit different than stock, I didn't want to put a temp gauge on the dash, So we put it on top of the bottle. You can see it clearly thru the hood. When and if this thing ever get seriously raced we will change it. Remember this is a race ready twin. Just happens to be a show sled. You will hear it fire in st Germain, and if I don't bring it to the show your welcome to come to my shop.
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Post by: GHenry on April 26, 2012, 12:54:05 am
.... where are my sun glasses .......... 8)
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Post by: Ramblinray on April 26, 2012, 01:01:07 am
clutches machined and balanced at Patrick Custom Carbon.
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Post by: beverlynsteve on April 28, 2012, 01:21:16 am
This is the coolest thing said on the entire post.....
"I will bring it but not enter it in the show cuz I really dont care what any one thinks of the build. Is it over done? Yes, Too much money spent? Yes do I care what anyone thinks? No!"
Well done and I like the way you think.
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Post by: Ramblinray on May 01, 2012, 01:49:27 am
Laid the basic stripes out today, My painter will improve the lines just wanted to give him an idea of the paint. this will be all paint, decided today to use no decals so the logos and race numbers and stripes will all be air brushed than cleared. I have a friend thats a air brush artist and he will do the work, My body and paint guy will do the base coats, than he will come in. they are guessing 35(hours!) for the body and paint work. Not sure on the artwork.
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Post by: GHenry on May 01, 2012, 03:10:36 am
Ray, I've done my share of painting and I can tell you that $ 35.00 for that amount of work is a great price ;) :o
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Post by: AllenJ on May 01, 2012, 03:28:31 am
I think Ray forgot a 0 on that price. Other wise that is a steal. :o
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Post by: Ramblinray on May 01, 2012, 10:33:24 am
Ha I fixed it 35 hours for the paint, If it were just 350.00 I would re paint all of my sleds!
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Post by: AllenJ on May 01, 2012, 01:36:08 pm
ok much better. Going to cost more than one 0 more :)
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Post by: snopro168 on May 04, 2012, 07:28:46 pm
Looks great man, lookin forward to seeing it and you at st germain
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Post by: Ramblinray on May 06, 2012, 03:05:31 pm
The sled is in the shop for the first phase of the paint, It most likely won't be done in time for St Germain. I thought I would post a view of the final polish of the clutches and custom made cover.
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Post by: sprocket on May 06, 2012, 03:12:43 pm
pretty shinny
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Post by: Ramblinray on May 06, 2012, 03:15:17 pm
Some pretty trick stuff there, TJ balanced the clutches, And the clutching Guru for the Ski-doo race team Gregg Goodwin did the clutching.
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Post by: GHenry on May 06, 2012, 05:14:33 pm
That's sick.
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Post by: Ramblinray on May 10, 2012, 01:08:45 pm
been in body shop two weeks collecting dust, Ugh.
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Post by: Ramblinray on May 11, 2012, 01:53:07 am
while this thing is in the body shop we pounded this little beauty out, This will be the stand it sits on for the shop, or the occasional show. The casters come off and will fit skis for the winter. these things are tough to move.
the stand was made so it is unobtrusive, and wont take away from the sled. we wont fit the ski and track pads till its done.
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Post by: emrickmn on May 11, 2012, 02:14:57 am
while this thing is in the body shop we pounded this little beauty out, This will be the stand it sits on for the shop, or the occasional show. The casters come off and will fit skis for the winter. these things are tough to move.
the stand was made so it is unobtrusive, and wont take away from the sled. we wont fit the ski and track pads till its done.
Thanks for posting Ray, Simple enough. I'd like to find / make something like this for my race sleds. Those suckers are so low to the ground, I can't move them anywhere. Ideally, it could remain on the stand as I put it in and out of my trailer (then bolt it to the floor so it doesn't launch into the other sleds).
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Post by: Ramblinray on May 11, 2012, 02:36:38 am
exactly, for transport the skis will bolted to the stand where the carbide studs go thru the ski, the back will have a strap or some type of tie down.
as far as the stand there are eyelets for tie dows underneath. that way the stand is secure in the trailer.
the wheels are very high quality and lock as well.
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Post by: Ramblinray on May 17, 2012, 01:48:57 am
Just got a sweet NOS Bosch tail light for this thing from Kevin from NB racing out of Manatoba. I had a wahl bros light on it but what better than a new original? Thanks Kevin!!
RR
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Post by: Ramblinray on May 17, 2012, 07:02:58 pm
Lots of work here, This was re-pop glass. It was intended for racing not for what I have going on. My body man has 12 hours into refabbing the glass, Improving it, smoothing out imperfections, making it line up better. and laying on an entire 1" on the mag side to cover the clutches. Than he added a 90 deg lip for fit purposes.
The hood section under where the windshield goes was not nice enough either so that was built up and reworked. It gets paint this afternoon. after looking at the tunnel that was already painted we have decided to shoot that as well. This tunnel has been rebuilt due to the fact this was a raced chassis so trying to make worthy of the rest of the build is a task.
My next resto is an 82 offset. if I start posting picture that resemble an out of control build please fine me and slap me.
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Post by: Lynxer on May 17, 2012, 08:28:31 pm
Just got a sweet NOS Bosch tail light for this thing from Kevin from NB racing out of Manatoba. I had a wahl bros light on it but what better than a new original? Thanks Kevin!!
RR
NB Racing Canadian division is out of Swan Hills, Alberta!!!! Looks great Ray Ray
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Post by: AllenJ on May 17, 2012, 09:31:04 pm
Ray, There is not such thing as a out of control build. Just go till the money is gone. ;)
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Post by: Boy Wonder on May 17, 2012, 10:10:29 pm
The sled is in the shop for the first phase of the paint, It most likely won't be done in time for St Germain. I thought I would post a view of the final polish of the clutches and custom made cover.
Man o man. Better make this one furniture in the new RayRays Rumpus Room bar and grill in St. Germain! People will come for beers just to check themselves in the mirror! Nice job Ray. This is looking cool!
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Post by: Polaris87 on May 18, 2012, 01:04:06 am
This build is unbelievable! The amount of work in just polishing boggles my mind. Great, great, great work!!
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Post by: Reimond on May 18, 2012, 06:50:36 pm
Well, thought i had something going on but after looking these pictures i think i haven't..
Looking really good Ray!
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Post by: Ramblinray on May 19, 2012, 12:33:08 am
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Post by: 72 Blizzard 340 on May 19, 2012, 12:42:21 am
That looks sweet, love the twin tracks.
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Post by: Ramblinray on May 19, 2012, 12:46:13 am
Sorry G, I guess you and I will have the only black and yellow Ski-Doos.
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Post by: AllenJ on May 19, 2012, 01:18:22 am
Now that is cool!! :o 8)
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Post by: rusthound on May 19, 2012, 01:27:01 am
Nice job Ray.. Very Nice... makes mine look pretty shabby.. I'm still looking for the front section for a 88 twin tracker was a one year only glass I'm told it had no air inlets/scoops etc. I got a correct rear section from Brent Miller ( thank you) a few years ago at the A1 show..
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures added, 5-18-12
Post by: Ramblinray on May 19, 2012, 02:37:35 am
Alright, for you guys that have been following this build, help me out. I have been trying to decide on decals or air brush. You know the benifts and drawbacks of each. thoughts?
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures added, 5-18-12
Post by: yamaha nutz on May 19, 2012, 02:55:34 am
it comes down to what you want ...........personally i would go with the air brushing for a cleaner/deeper look ...........you said it will be a show sled ...........if racing i would go with decals
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures added, 5-22-12
Post by: Ramblinray on May 22, 2012, 10:49:37 pm
Thought I would show the Ski wells, I wanted to have a nice reveal and so we went w yellow. Its all ready for the air brush now, work will be done by a local artist whos had his stuff all over OCC, and the SEMA shows. It will be a boreing job for him as I dont want to get to crazy with it. just some light detail work, than stock type lettering and striping all set in clear.
Getting impatient. need to finish and start my 82.
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures added, 5-22-12
Post by: JYRT on May 23, 2012, 04:35:42 am
WOW. I really like these kind of project were evey part was taken into consideration and restored to your standards. We will have to take are two Bling sleds around a track this winter lol. I cant wait to see this sled done.
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures added, 5-22-12
Post by: Lynxer on May 23, 2012, 12:11:32 pm
WOW. I really like these kind of project were evey part was taken into consideration and restored to your standards. We will have to take are two Bling sleds around a track this winter lol. I cant wait to see this sled done.
His sled will be raced at Ironwood ::) ??? 8) ;D ;D ;D ;D :-* :-X
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures added, 5-22-12
Post by: Ramblinray on May 23, 2012, 01:49:35 pm
WOW. I really like these kind of project were evey part was taken into consideration and restored to your standards. We will have to take are two Bling sleds around a track this winter lol. I cant wait to see this sled done.
His sled will be raced at Ironwood ::) ??? 8) ;D ;D ;D ;D :-* :-X
This sled will be raced at Ironwood, and I pi$$ Crown Royal.
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures added, 5-22-12
Post by: Lynxer on May 24, 2012, 06:55:33 pm
WOW. I really like these kind of project were evey part was taken into consideration and restored to your standards. We will have to take are two Bling sleds around a track this winter lol. I cant wait to see this sled done.
His sled will be raced at Ironwood ::) ??? 8) ;D ;D ;D ;D :-* :-X
This sled will be raced at Ironwood, and I pi$$ Crown Royal.
ya what is new?
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures added, 5-22-12
Post by: Ramblinray on June 02, 2012, 07:13:40 pm
This is nothing close to what this will look like, The guy is just laying up ideas, We cut and fit the windshiled yesterday. Lots of fun if you have nver done one on a twin. (the 24 is a decal just for fitting purposes it will all be paint)
windshied gets paint today, than the air art next, should be cleared by weeks end. the seemingly never ending project. (http://i966.photobucket.com/albums/ae147/ramblin995/layup.png)
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures added, 6-1-12
Post by: AllenJ on June 02, 2012, 08:44:32 pm
Orange flames? I like it! :D
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures added, 6-1-12
Post by: Ramblinray on June 07, 2012, 02:09:30 pm
Oh ya outta see the paint on this thing. Makes its debut at the Reunion. Im going to finish this thing up. Than do some pro pics and send to larry.
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures added, 6-1-12
Post by: AllenJ on June 07, 2012, 08:36:56 pm
Did you give it some Skidoo Orange flames Ray?
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures added, 6-1-12
Post by: GHenry on June 08, 2012, 12:05:28 am
Well?????
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures added, 6-1-12
Post by: Ramblinray on June 08, 2012, 11:08:19 am
Going to wait till its all done, Needs some finishing and then wet sanded again. Than buffed. Next picture will be when its all done. Still a long way to go.
Title: Re: twin track progress, Picture of paint so far.
Post by: Ramblinray on June 09, 2012, 01:43:52 pm
(http://i966.photobucket.com/albums/ae147/ramblin995/twin_paint-1.png) I hesitate to post as this is far from done, The general idea is there but there will be much more detail to the flames, especially the work on the side of the glass, You wont see muck of the orange.
Keep in mind that it needs to be re sanded, cleared and buffed many times.
(also the bottom is black, the yellow shown is just to fill in the Ramblin Rayce logo
Title: Re: twin track progress, Picture of paint so far.
Post by: AllenJ on June 09, 2012, 02:34:03 pm
I see just one problem Ray. You just know everyone is going to want to touch it, sit on it and a few of us take it for a lap or two around the track. ;D ::)
Title: Re: twin track progress, Picture of paint so far.
Post by: Vics stuff on June 09, 2012, 04:08:21 pm
I like the flame touch. Just enough but not to gaudy. Nice choices for the colors. That thing will turn out sweet. Vic
Title: Re: twin track progress, Picture of paint so far.
Post by: Ramblinray on June 09, 2012, 06:55:38 pm
This kind of gives you an idea of the work, look at the detail in the flames. There is some other stuff that will be incorparated too. the theme outside the flame work is "Microphones and Money"
Title: Re: twin track progress, Picture of paint so far.
Post by: yamaha nutz on June 09, 2012, 09:17:08 pm
beautiful Ray a work of art for sure great choice going with the air brush work over the decals ............was it your design or your artist's either way looks great now can't wait to se it wrapped in clear and a little cut and buff going to need sunglasses to look at it indoors
Title: Re: twin track progress, Picture of paint so far.
Post by: taxidermy mann on June 10, 2012, 10:58:43 pm
When I first heard flames were going on I thought no! but this is very tastefull, I like it.
Title: Re: twin track progress, Picture of paint so far.
Post by: AllenJ on June 11, 2012, 12:26:32 am
Now that is the way to do it Ray. 8) Some of those air brush guys can really paint.
Title: Re: twin track progress, Picture of paint so far.
Post by: Ramblinray on June 21, 2012, 01:19:26 am
Well the paint is done and it turned out awesome, Just some minor tweaks before we fire the beast up. need to put the rest of the hood hardware on and get the seat re-done so it matches the rest of the build.
I was going to start my 82 offset but I have had enough for now, time to pay attention to my cabin build, and than the race stuff.
pictures soon.
Title: Re: twin track progress, Picture of paint so far.
Post by: Vics stuff on June 22, 2012, 12:09:53 pm
Nice job ! I really like the flame treatment. Vic
Title: Re: twin track progress, Picture of paint so far.
Post by: GHenry on June 22, 2012, 12:26:20 pm
I have seen a sneak peak ..... very impressive paint job. 8)
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures are at start of the thread.6-24-12
Post by: Ramblinray on June 24, 2012, 04:15:33 pm
thanks G I was wondering if Adam showed you.
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures are at start of the thread.6-24-12
Post by: AllenJ on June 24, 2012, 05:10:22 pm
Yeah it was Adam. ::)
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures are at start of the thread.6-24-12
Post by: eastside on June 24, 2012, 07:14:24 pm
Ray that is going to be one sweet azz sled!!
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures are at start of the thread.6-24-12
Post by: GHenry on June 24, 2012, 11:22:03 pm
... yah, that darned Adam ...... ;) :o
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures are at start of the thread.6-24-12
Post by: Link on June 24, 2012, 11:59:43 pm
GREAT SLED
;D
Link
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures are at start of the thread.6-24-12
Post by: hoppy on June 26, 2012, 01:30:45 am
wow that is wicked. Its really amazing what some guys/gals can do with some paint. However did that is very talented and an insane artist. Its just one of those things you can or cant do. that sled is amazing. awesome job!
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures are at start of the thread.6-24-12
Post by: yamaha nutz on June 26, 2012, 01:48:42 am
INDY LIKES PICS
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures are at start of the thread.6-24-12
Post by: Ramblinray on June 26, 2012, 10:54:47 am
Hey nutz the pictures are at the top of the page on page 1. at the start of the topic.
RR
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures are at start of the thread.6-24-12
Post by: AllenJ on June 26, 2012, 03:03:49 pm
Hey nutz the pictures are at the top of the page on page 1. at the start of the topic.
RR
aahhhhhhhhhhhh throwing a curve ball in there i was just following figuring that you would post as you go not throw them back on page one ..................very very nice that is way better than stock sceme very sexy sled i can just imagine what it looks like in person hats off to the artist very tasteful work what a talent
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures are at start of the thread.6-24-12
Post by: Ramblinray on June 27, 2012, 01:58:03 pm
Gonna have it at the ER Reunion, and if any of you are in the Chicago area I live 40 miles west of town I would be glad to show it off.
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures are at start of the thread.6-24-12
Post by: clem79 on June 27, 2012, 02:23:21 pm
Gonna have it at the ER Reunion, and if any of you are in the Chicago area I live 40 miles west of town I would be glad to show it off.
It's an understatement to say this sled is amazing. As if the mechanical restoration wasn't amazing enough the paint is jaw dropping.
How far are you from the Warnings shop?
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures are at start of the thread.6-24-12
Post by: Ramblinray on June 27, 2012, 09:03:31 pm
thanks guys, Always wanted to have a cool twin. Never thought I would own one. This build got way out of hand but hopefully I will have it for a long time.
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures are at start of the thread.6-24-12
Post by: Ramblinray on June 28, 2012, 03:40:47 am
(http://i966.photobucket.com/albums/ae147/ramblin995/twinsyandpaint.png) This is the stand for the twin after some light detail work.
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures are at start of the thread.6-24-12
Post by: GHenry on June 28, 2012, 03:53:13 am
... when can we spill some Leinenkugels on it?
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures are at start of the thread.6-24-12
Post by: Ramblinray on June 28, 2012, 10:30:07 am
ER G, I was pretty drunk that night, Dont think that will happen again. And although very foggy. I thought I threw a beer at it.
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures are at start of the thread.6-24-12
Post by: AllenJ on June 28, 2012, 01:20:18 pm
Now that is going to far Ray. Pin striping the stand is just ridiculous !! :o ;)
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures are at start of the thread.6-24-12
Post by: yamaha nutz on June 29, 2012, 01:48:17 am
Now that is going to far Ray. Pin striping the stand is just ridiculous !! :o ;)
should be diamond plated .....polished to a mirror and then add mirrors to the bottom like a show car
;D ;D ;D ;D :o 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8)
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures are at start of the thread.6-24-12
Post by: Ramblinray on June 29, 2012, 01:55:45 pm
The stand will hardly be visible, No need for mirrors as it will be high enough to see all the detail. Started the sled last night, Its sounds wicked. Its timed and ready to roll.
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures are at start of the thread.6-24-12
Post by: GHenry on June 29, 2012, 03:06:58 pm
What's the ignition timing at?
What's the plate timing at?
What's the plate clearance at?
What's the squish at?
What's the carb guts specs?
... thanks in advance ...... ;)
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures are at start of the thread.6-24-12
Post by: Ramblinray on June 29, 2012, 04:51:29 pm
Mr Henry, Were you ever taught not to end a sentence on a preposition?
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures are at start of the thread.6-24-12
Post by: GHenry on June 29, 2012, 05:03:27 pm
.... um, yes (Mrs. Whats-her-face) .... sorry.
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures are at start of the thread.6-24-12
Post by: Ramblinray on July 12, 2012, 03:07:35 am
seats getting done this week, then the small tough up and were a go, When I fire up I will have a video. Looks like the sled will be at a car show in Lombard Illinois next Saturday, Than Jefferson. Not thinking we will make the reunion this year.
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures are at start of the thread.6-24-12
Post by: pathfinder on July 19, 2012, 07:07:32 pm
Your initial post mentioned the resto got a little out of hand! That is an understatement for sure! That looks like hundreds of hours of hard labor, but the results are phenomenal. I have started on several race sleds to "clean up" and ended up with sleds that were almost too nice to risk on the track. It's just that projects, sometimes take on a character all their own and end up taking control of themselves, :o and I think this is what happened to this twin track, to the benefit of all who have the privilege of looking at it. Congrats it's a piece of art that we would all love to own.
path 8) finder#6
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures are at start of the thread.6-24-12
Post by: ddub on July 19, 2012, 09:56:25 pm
RR, that is absolutely beautiful. My hats off to whomever painted it.
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures are at start of the thread.6-24-12
Post by: Ramblinray on July 19, 2012, 10:02:03 pm
Guys I will have some better shots soon. The thing is almost done. been at the upholster for two weeks , A little longer than expected. Not looking like it will be at ER But if some of the boys are at antigo I may take it there. I will do some shots so you can see the detail soon. Thanks for the nice words this sled started as nothing cool to almost be done.
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures are at start of the thread.6-24-12
Post by: Ramblinray on July 27, 2012, 10:40:46 am
been at the seat shop for 3 weeks for a little twin track seat. At times this hobby gets really old.
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Post by: yamahabunch on July 29, 2012, 10:08:37 pm
Ray, she looks GREAT cant wait to see it in person !
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Post by: tigerpaw on July 30, 2012, 12:12:30 am
Best of the best.
Looks absolutely stunning!
Well done! :)
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Post by: Curt_52x on July 30, 2012, 09:42:26 am
Is that a specialized stumpjumper on the wall?
Im not a flame guy, but those are awesome!!
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures are at start of the thread.6-24-12
Post by: Ramblinray on August 01, 2012, 11:42:13 am
Yes one of my many bikes I love to ride!
Title: Re: twin track progress, new pictures are at start of the thread.6-24-12
Post by: Ramblinray on August 09, 2012, 02:46:42 am
(http://i966.photobucket.com/albums/ae147/ramblin995/th_seat_twin.png) Some pictures of the seat and the finished product, I will have some professional pictures soon. Not sure if or where I may show it. (http://i966.photobucket.com/albums/ae147/ramblin995/twin_donw.png)
Title: Re: twin track:Shes done, some final pictures at the end of the thread.
Post by: GHenry on August 09, 2012, 04:02:26 am
sweet ........
Title: Re: twin track:Shes done, some final pictures at the end of the thread.
Post by: yamaha nutz on August 09, 2012, 04:04:28 am
Just BEAUTIFUL Ray what a piece of art can't wait to see it in person ............
Title: Re: twin track:Shes done, some final pictures at the end of the thread.
Post by: markxx800 on August 09, 2012, 11:36:13 am
Wow!,that's spectacular!!
Mark
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Post by: Driver_JR on August 09, 2012, 10:21:45 pm
Fantastic job!
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Post by: NBRacingCanada on August 12, 2012, 03:58:40 pm
Just got a sweet NOS Bosch tail light for this thing from Kevin from NB racing out of Alberta . I had a wahl bros light on it but what better than a new original? Thanks Kevin!!
RR
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Your Welcome Ray... The whole sleds looks beyond stellar.
Cant wait to see it in person .
Title: Re: twin track:Shes done, some final pictures at the end of the thread.
Post by: Motoski250 on August 13, 2012, 02:21:26 pm
Incredible looking sled Ray, and to think what that came to you as. LOL wow what a change. Kriegs
Title: Re: twin track:Shes done, some final pictures at the end of the thread.
Post by: opsled on August 13, 2012, 03:41:25 pm
That's some darn fine work for a Radio guy!!!!! ;) ;D
Impressive and inspiring...
Thanks fer sharing R-Ray.
opsled
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Post by: Joe Rainville on August 15, 2012, 03:46:50 am
Rambler,
That sled turned out friggin sweet! Love the paint and the burning theme. Is that by chance the sled I hauled out for from NY? If so, it looks much better than the last time I saw it. ;)
Later Liquidator, -Joe
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Post by: 399jlo on August 15, 2012, 09:15:31 am
NICE!
Title: Re: twin track:Shes done, some final pictures at the end of the thread.
Post by: Dr.Crank on August 16, 2012, 07:12:21 pm
I wish it was mine!All i can say is WOW! :)
Title: Re: twin track:Shes done, some final pictures at the end of the thread.
Post by: zonotti on August 17, 2012, 10:36:11 pm
The Sled looks great really like the burning hundred dollar bills in the paint
Title: Re: twin track:Shes done, some final pictures at the end of the thread.
Post by: Ramblinray on August 18, 2012, 08:46:21 pm
Thanks guys, We may bring her to the Antigo show we'll keep ya posted.
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Post by: sprocket on August 21, 2012, 12:50:17 pm
hey Ramblinray so detailed WOW
Title: Re: twin track:Shes done, some final pictures at the end of the thread.
Post by: Ramblinray on August 29, 2012, 01:46:43 pm
There are times I have taken crap for not wanting to start my restores. Wait till you hear this healthy beast run!! Will try and post a video soon.
RR
Title: Re: twin track:Shes done, some final pictures at the end of the thread.
Post by: Ramblinray on October 11, 2012, 11:38:24 am
God this thing is cool. My next project is a 66 Huskey that I will debut at the ER reunion next year. My plan is to restore and raffle off at the show. Too many race sleds there last year I want to bring it back to simple.
Title: Re: twin track:Shes done, some final pictures at the end of the thread.
Post by: GHenry on October 11, 2012, 09:33:11 pm
Lets do a retro mod on it and put a T-Cat motor in it ....... booyah. 8)
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Post by: VinRacer12 on October 12, 2012, 03:19:05 am
None Better !!!!!! None !!!
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Post by: elitejenny on January 14, 2017, 01:05:58 pm
Hi, Ray beautiful machine I have a 1974 aswell I am I did the exact same motor swap. I am wondering if you made a wiring diagram, or could assist me with the wiring
Thanks
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Post by: bambam00 on January 15, 2017, 03:25:56 pm
WOW Ray !!!! Beautiful Restoration !!! Kurt & U did an Over the Top Job, Very Well Done,, Congrats Craig
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Post by: EXT290Mod on January 17, 2017, 01:26:06 am
Beautiful Job Ray!!!! You do some fantastic work on your restorations. You should be very proud to have such a Great looking twin tracker. Best to you on future projects! Jim