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The Hellion has a working brake! So happy that it stops hard! My package of noodles made it easy to connect the brake from underneath the banana seat at a sharp angle. I have one little bolt to cut down that holds the chain guard (cannot see it), some mild paint touch ups and I will start taking photos tomorrow. Nice to have an extended weekend to get some photo options. Can’t wait!
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Loaded with cool goodies!
I had to give it some touches using some of my favorite finds. I found the siren years ago and never put it on anything. I disassembled it and greased it up. I thought that a Hellion would have a siren. The propeller I picked up at auction earlier this year and it felt like a good fit for this bike. And the coffin ashtray/keychain was a vintage claw machine grab from the Kansas State Fair. A Maltese Cross finial from an old pot is my fender mount. I thought the dice caps seemed to be a perfect fit. Finally the fox tail. When i found a red and black one for 7 bucks I was sold. I went heavy on the use of acorn nuts to give things a finished look. Overall, lots of do-dads.
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I picked up this nice leather tool bag from the net for 20 bucks. Perfect for the tools I would want to carry and a perfect size for my UE Megaboom Bluetooth speaker. It is also a perfect place for my personalized license plate. I cut off the fringe and looks much better. It will not be in my final photos since it detracts from my custom brake mount work, but will be great for rides.
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I really like your work on this bike. Great looking bicycle.
Thank you much! I had a great time building it. Lots of pieces fell in to place and lots of luck along the way. I’m glad I made it out for photos without tearing it up, getting it in and out of the vehicle. it rides nice which is fortunate. Thanks again!
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I think that's your best shot yet! That's main image material right there!
Thanks! I have about 70 to pick from and I have one that really works, among a few others. I won’t drop those until later. I still have other spots to hit up and the heritage center I shot at yesterday, I’m going back to.
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