Good From Afar

[Captain Awesome]

Time to kick this thing into low gear! Got everything down from the top shelf. View attachment 156474
Ignore the fork, it's a placeholder. Way too big unless i intend to run the cups outside the frame.
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Probably not going to use the front one, but dragged it out anyway.
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The stuff is so bad that I feel no pain whatsoever drilling and cutting it.
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Frame is just as badView attachment 156476
If not worse! Definitely not going on any trails with this one.
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Huh, it's not actually all that bad. From a few feet away. After a few wobbly pops. Again, ignore the front end. The Araya will be replaced with a matching black/raw alloy like the rear.
Mockup with tins, and not one tool used.
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Maybe new title Good from Far, Far From Good?
And now it's back up on the shelf whilst I ruminate.

I like it Matti. Glad you're in on the fun

How about 'GOOD FROM AFAR'

 

[MattiThundrrr]

Possible Volkswagen theme: "Farfromgroovin"

 

[Captain Awesome]

Possible Volkswagen theme: "Farfromgroovin"

I used to know a guy with a rat rodded cab over named 'FARFROMSHININ'

 

[OddJob]

I like the Moose-headed in the right direction. I mean, Canada, moose, Bullwinkle, your humor;
it all works.

I also like the idea of the knobby mtb tires. Fits with the 'up nort' and woodsy theme. Now of course, a pair of Bullmoose handlebars would def tip the scales in your favor, but they are rare and $$$.

Some big ol' shin eatin' Bear trap pedals though, that would be cool!

Found these 'already been chewed' pair on ebay / google search. VP also makes a new version, sell for around $25 USD. Readily available.

RaT oN~!

 

[MattiThundrrr]

Hey, have you been checking out my parts pile? Lol it's guarded by my mother in law, I can barely get in there!

The yellow one with the bent frame on the left, ccm or supercycle or something, with knock off bullmeese, but I thought it would be too much on the nose? The bike has some serious sentimental value to the gatekeeper, so it will be an incredibly interesting negotiation.

 

[MattiThundrrr]

*note. I was not allowed the middle teal CCM either. Not even for a straight restoration. I also want the kid BMX bars with the red grips. I got the xl snowracer though!

 

[MattiThundrrr]

Some big ol' shin eatin' Bear trap pedals though, that would be cool!

VP also makes a new version, sell for around $25 USD. Readily available.

RaT oN~!

Seriously though, you been going through my parts pile? OJ is 2 for 2!

I think they're VPs, but they're too big, destined for an MTB crank.
As for big tire all terrain theme, I was trying to break outta that mold. I wanted to try a skinny speedster thing, with more emphasis on "ratty" than "matti". We'll see where I end up.

 

[MattiThundrrr]

Example:

Was thinking about running some alloy drop bars with a built in headlight mount on the top. Then Thundrrr Jr rode the bike they are attached to...

 

[OddJob]

Seriously though, you been going through my parts pile? OJ is 2 for 2!
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I think they're VPs, but they're too big, destined for an MTB crank.
As for big tire all terrain theme, I was trying to break outta that mold. I wanted to try a skinny speedster thing, with more emphasis on "ratty" than "matti". We'll see where I end up.

Well, if you decide to stay 'rustic', then get a BB conversion kit and run a more modern 3 piece crank. That way you can use those cool ^ pedals!

 

[MattiThundrrr]

I like it Matti. Glad you're in on the fun

How about 'GOOD FROM AFAR'

I think Cap nailed it. New name : Good From Afar

 

[Captain Awesome]

I think Cap nailed it. New name : Good From Afar

Yes....... winning

 

[MattiThundrrr]

Dream boarding:

 

[MattiThundrrr]

Had a minute or two to fool around a bit.

Masked it off for some planning sketches. Tried using Dremel tool, just made a mess. This stuff is so thin, I'll be able to use shears.

Got a little outta control at the back, hope I didn't go too far.

Little closer than I intended...
This far for now:

My biggest drill bit is only 3/8", so speed holes will have to wait. I have a set of hole saws, but there is a step bit set on sale at the hardware store, always wanted to get those. Might still trim a bit more too, did I exercise too much restraint? This is the Big League, darnit!

 

[Dr. Tankenstein]

Personally, I’d wait for the step bit. They’re a lot easier to control, in my opinion.

BTW, nice trim job on that chainguard, I’ve got a similar one that might have to get the same treatment one day.


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[kingfish254]

I like the new build name. It kinda reminds me of this Lyle Lovett song (you got to listen to the whole thing to get it).

 

[MattiThundrrr]

"Now I crept up from behind her
She looked so fine to me
But when I stepped around her man
My eyes could plainly see"

She was Good From Afar!

 

[MattiThundrrr]

HASHTAG SPEEDHOLE EVERYTHING!!!

 

[MattiThundrrr]

Instead of progress, I bring you mood music.


It's like an audio version of a dreamboard

 

[MattiThundrrr]

Working overtime to bring you the goods, Saturday afternoon design session:

Before I go any further, does anyone think that drilling 37-40 holes in a flimsy guard is a bad idea?

 

[MattiThundrrr]

And since I ain't leaning into the beer brand thing

Kept all the scraps, might be able to reuse em later in a GFA kind of way.
Also, busted the cheapo hole plug covering the kickstand bolt. Gonna have to come up with something to fill the void