04-10-2011, 01:47 PM | #1 |
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My 74 Model D..and the fun begins...lol
Heres some pics of my 74 Model D. I got her for $400 in value..I traded some of my Model airplane collection for her. She runs and drives.Definitely needs some TLC.I need a headlight switch..air filter..Gonna rebuild the carb..change/check the oil in the clutch and rear.Give her a good dose of new marine deep cycle battery(off my now gone boat..lol). Anyone have a suggestion to something I have missed?
Thanks for all the info you have on this site...Good for the noob carter.. Mike Warner |
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04-10-2011, 08:44 PM | #2 |
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Re: My 74 Model D..and the fun begins...lol
I'd go with an auto Battery,& just Do the normal tune up--Plug,wire,points & condenser,air & fuel filter,rear end oil,grease the forks,Clean out/rebuild the carb,Check/replace the drive & starter belts & you should have yourself a great runnin' girl! (Jebus willing )Heh!
She looks like she has a lot of promise-keep us posted!!! I gotta get me one of those tops!!! Last edited by Strawhead; 04-10-2011 at 08:47 PM.. Reason: added somtin' |
04-11-2011, 05:43 AM | #3 |
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Re: My 74 Model D..and the fun begins...lol
Like Strawhead said...
Go with a regular automotive battery (group 24 fits the box and is inexpensive). A deep cycle battery is the wrong type; they don't draw much when starting, and begin charging right after start-up. Unless there's some sort of problem, or signs of leakage, I wouldn't bother changing clutch and axle lube... just make sure they ain't dry. |
06-09-2011, 08:17 AM | #4 |
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Re: My 74 Model D..and the fun begins...lol
Sorry for the long time away. Heres the progress so far. I tuned it up. New:plug,air filter,points and condensor.Motor runs good after a little warm up.I topped off the clutch.Now it drives fine,a little sluggish in reverse. Clutch seems to have a "2 speed" moving forward, seems to start a little slow then the cart drives harder..almost like the belt "catches".I did not remove the clutch just added the oil.
I have attached a picture of the drive belt pulley. There is a small hole on the surface. Does this affect the belt? Sorry for the newbie questions..lol But this is my first buggy.. |
06-09-2011, 09:05 AM | #5 |
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Re: My 74 Model D..and the fun begins...lol
Well I have answered my own question..fluid leaks from that hole...lol Now I need parts..anyone got HD clutch parts lying around?
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06-09-2011, 09:35 AM | #6 |
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Re: My 74 Model D..and the fun begins...lol
Get a hold of Craigs carts,he is a great help!!!
I'm sure he's lurking around here somewhere! |
06-09-2011, 10:14 AM | #7 |
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06-09-2011, 04:33 PM | #8 |
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Re: My 74 Model D..and the fun begins...lol
I gotta get me one of those tops!!![/QUOTE]
I will gladly sell you this pristine example if you desire it so ..sir |
06-10-2011, 09:44 AM | #9 |
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Re: My 74 Model D..and the fun begins...lol
SIR !.......I thought my Dad walked in the room!
Where are you located? I've just allways liked the look of the stock top on the carts,That or my buddy has a pro stock Mustang hood that I might try to mount on her as a top |
06-10-2011, 03:30 PM | #10 |
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Re: My 74 Model D..and the fun begins...lol
I am working on getting a IMCA modified roof.
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