Author Topic: Bringing a 88 back to life..... (Read 12272 times)

red88r · « **on:** October 25, 2013, 11:58:12 PM »

Here's the story on it. Lost out the first time on Craigslist. Guy called before me on it and was waiting for permission from his wife to buy it. Guess what I told the seller.....I don't need permission. I will come buy it right now. I found it is easier to ask for forgiveness than permission. Lol Anyways he sold it and couple weeks later there it is again on Craigslist. Guy's got it listed for more money....big surprise. So I asked why he's selling and he said to big of a project for him. And now that I am into I believe him. If I didn't have alot of stuff laying around for this I probably would not have built it either. Just maybe part it out. I got slips for stuff bought back in 99 and from I can see it has not turned a wheel since. All the stuff from the slips is still brand new. Here are some pics. It is a complete roller but everything else is in pieces in boxes.

bnau267 · « **Reply #1 on:** October 26, 2013, 01:52:54 AM »

Should give you something to do this winter.

jamieg45 · « **Reply #2 on:** October 26, 2013, 01:59:31 AM »

You need to do a deal with me for it for my nephew. Lol you have to many of them already Jeremy and the boy needs to start on one of his own now. Until I can get the momey up for his aftermarket frame r.

scawn · « **Reply #3 on:** October 26, 2013, 02:06:36 AM »

Was it that clean when you picked it up or did you give it a major bath? It looks like there's a lot of work to be done but as least the frame and such are all in great shape and don't need powdercoating, etc.

red88r · « **Reply #4 on:** October 26, 2013, 10:55:48 PM »

Quote from: jamieg45;15772

You need to do a deal with me for it for my nephew. Lol you have to many of them already Jeremy and the boy needs to start on one of his own now. Until I can get the momey up for his aftermarket frame r.

Make me a decent offer Jamie....might let it go as is. But I am and have been sticking money in it daily.

red88r · « **Reply #5 on:** October 26, 2013, 11:02:13 PM »

Quote from: scawn;15775

Was it that clean when you picked it up or did you give it a major bath? It looks like there's a lot of work to be done but as least the frame and such are all in great shape and don't need powdercoating, etc.

That is exactly how I picked it up...just dusty. Was nice not having to spend hours cleaning something after you buy it for a change. Yes I put different front hubs,3 calipers,engine skid,better coolant bottle,front bumper,grab bar,clutch cover,etc. And I need alot more stuff in time.

scawn · « **Reply #6 on:** October 26, 2013, 11:39:19 PM »

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That is exactly how I picked it up...just dusty. Was nice not having to spend hours cleaning something after you buy it for a change. Yes I put different front hubs,3 calipers,engine skid,better coolant bottle,front bumper,grab bar,clutch cover,etc. And I need alot more stuff in time.

That is one helluva starter though. Frame looks excellent. Doesn't need pc'd or anything and it even has the 3 rubber grommets under the tank. Nice score!

red88r · « **Reply #7 on:** November 04, 2013, 09:55:02 PM »

Got grab bar,radiator shrouds with new upper mounts and oem front shocks put on.

05450r · « **Reply #8 on:** November 05, 2013, 12:51:09 AM »

Lookin good!

red88r · « **Reply #9 on:** November 05, 2013, 02:12:36 AM »

Thanks! Will also be a slow rebuild as I have to wait for parts to sell so I can buy more. Lol

jamieg45 · « **Reply #10 on:** November 09, 2013, 12:45:32 AM »

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Thanks! Will also be a slow rebuild as I have to wait for parts to sell so I can buy more. Lol

Isn't that how it goes for everything we want to do these days, not like about 12yrs ago when all was good with the economy and gas was cheep and so on. But it looks good and its coming along very nice.

red88r · « **Reply #11 on:** November 09, 2013, 12:54:36 AM »

Thanks Jamie. Yeah it is different nowadays for sure. Hopefully things turn around soon.

red88r · « **Reply #12 on:** December 22, 2013, 10:31:06 PM »

Got some work done today in the shop. Put on a new on/off switch and put the whole back end together so it is a roller again. Re-zinced stock axle,lock nut and brake hub. New bearing carrier and rear brake pads. Rebuilt the rear caliper and bled.

bnau267 · « **Reply #13 on:** December 22, 2013, 11:23:29 PM »

Nice. Who do you have do your zinc? Hard to tell for sure but it looks pretty good. I would like to do the same. Is that a 450 grab bar?

red88r · « **Reply #14 on:** December 22, 2013, 11:38:01 PM »

http://crplatinginc.com/ Got the link from Dan. Yes they do good work and quick turn around. It should just be a AC Racing 250r model I think. Now I'm curious......why do you ask?