What am I missing here?

[Jaypem]

Not sure what is going on at the bottom of this fork..the bolts are loose and it looks like something's missing ?

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[Fv2]

Can't see pics.

 

[Jaypem]

Hope this pic is going to load...!
The space for the fender braces seems really wide...does this get filled in with extra washers or something ?

 

[Fv2]

The same thing threw me off on my monark, I didn't need washers. The fender struts should fill the space.

 

[Big Ape]

I have seen other members add nylon washers when they have too much space. They help keep things nice and snug while cutting the friction down!

 

[OneHorsePower]

shoulder bolts ? original bolts ? original drop-outs ? looks like you have shorter and longer bolts , i think the longer ones should go in front and swing with the wheel , the bolts should go the other way around and deeper to pivot on the shoulder(no thread) part , to leave threads sticking out the inside of the fork .. just a guess tho .. thats how i would do it ... if you go with washers, use some in a weaker material than steal .. aluminum/copper/brass/ (nylon or composite) is best imo

 

[Jaypem]

Thanks for the tips!
The front fender I'm using has only one set
of braces, so it looks like I'll be using spacers.
Like the nylon washer plan..