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Title: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: the old trucker on December 19, 2012, 06:49:00 pm

  He's awaiting to be cleared by the administrator.

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Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: Walrus on January 08, 2013, 05:04:10 pm
Hello Everyone
I'm new to the B(R) 12 world. My name is Jon, I'm in Maine and just became the proud owner of the R-12 pictured. It came from New Brunswick. It was owned by an old woodsman up there. My Mother in law lived near him and they became friends. She helped take care of him in his declining years(his family wasn't around). He wanted to give her something for all the help and the R12 was what he gave her. She rode in it 6 or 7 years ago but its been sitting ever since.
We had some trouble getting it down here as I'm 300 miles from where it was but we finally found a guy to trailer it down. Now its sitting outside my shop in Maine. Its fairly whole but its been hacked by a guy who had little money and little access to parts living in Rural New Brunswick. I'm missing the generator and it looks like the crank pulley is bent. It does turn over but starter motor turns over all the time the key is on. It will engage when pedal is pushed and motor spins. I'm going to convert it to 12v and I hope I have the right Pertronix kit to eliminate points and condenser. I've used Pertronix in other antique motor vehicles and I like it.
 Radiator has been hit by fan, can't tell if it leaks or not.  Gas Tank smells awful, full of varnish, fuel pump is gone, replace by electric, I want to go back to mechanical pump. Need to find part #.?

All 8 idler tires are rough, they hold air but severely weather checked. The front cogs are covered by rubber that is bolted on, the rubber needs to be replaced. Need to find out where I can get that. I think the track is ok?

Lots of work ahead. Not planning on a full restoration but want to get it running. I'll have lots of questions as time goes on. I hope I can generate some traffic on here. B12 are unique vehicles, most folks around here have never seen or heard of one.

Thanks  Jon
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: oldsledz on January 09, 2013, 11:15:56 am
Jon,

Where abouts in Maine are you.

Oldsledz
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: Walrus on January 09, 2013, 03:15:01 pm
Bucksport, I hear you are in Maine also.
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: Walrus on January 12, 2013, 10:13:09 am
Got a Reply from Prinoth, there salesman wants to buy my R12 :D. They have the tires for the track but don't know costs yet. Next week I'm going to order up a carb kit, 12v 1 wire alternator, just ordered a 5/8 pulley for said alternator. Need plugs and wires also. Fuel pump also. My buddy owns a NAPA so I'm pretty sure all the stuff is available within  few days
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: the old trucker on January 12, 2013, 11:38:48 am

  Walrus if you look around those tires vary alot in price. Down here they sell for $243.00 each. If you look around the site you'll see some sell for as low as $110.00.
   I think Shavers sell them too. They also have a lot of new parts manufactured.     
 
                                                                                                                 OT.
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: Walrus on January 12, 2013, 05:00:51 pm

  Walrus if you look around those tires vary alot in price. Down here they sell for $243.00 each. If you look around the site you'll see some sell for as low as $110.00.
   I think Shavers sell them too. They also have a lot of new parts manufactured.     
 
                                                                                                                 OT.
Pinoth prices is 275 for tire and tube, times 8 that's alot of money. Hopefully I can do better than that. I figured 200 but 275 is outraegous
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: the old trucker on January 12, 2013, 05:53:21 pm

  If your only planning to run around on a groomed trail or farmers field, you could get a tire like you see on Oldsledz's B7. I believe he got them at Coker tire.

                                                                              OT.
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: oldsledz on January 14, 2013, 05:36:05 am
Coker Tire has 4.75-16  (just 1/4" wider than the 4.50)   for 151.00 ea.   I think you can get the tube at NAPA.  The 1/4" wider width will work fine.
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: CLYDE2GUIDE on January 14, 2013, 01:02:45 pm
New tires and wheels are now available from Alpine Guide tire Co.  alpineguidetire.com
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: the old trucker on January 14, 2013, 02:31:32 pm
   Clyde2guide, they are aluminum rims. They look like Snowtrac & Thiokol rims with all those ribs. The bombardier rims are steel. I see your tires are $163.50 & the rim is $499.00. I'm curious as to how they will stand up on a bomber...

 

                                                                       The Old Trucker
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: CLYDE2GUIDE on January 14, 2013, 06:39:07 pm
The wheels  are built as a stronger wheel than the steel.  They are built stronger to work on the J-5 and Muskegs as well as the coaches.  The wheels are 356 aluminum heat treated to T-6 which is the strongest aluminum made.  The wheels were shown to Shaver this past week and he said they far exceed what he had expected.  They are rated stronger than the steel wheel.  The tires are ribbed to better dissipate heat and are stronger than previous known brands
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: the old trucker on January 14, 2013, 07:50:33 pm

   Do you have much demand for these rims for use on bombers ?? Do you have a pic of the tire pattern & what size & ply are they ??

                                                                                     OT..
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: Walrus on January 15, 2013, 07:20:10 am
What are the right plugs for a 251 anyway. I see someone on here says champion J-8? I this correct.?
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: oldsledz on January 15, 2013, 07:41:58 am
J-8 will work and I think there is an rj12y.  the 12 is a hotter plug.     The part number for the fuel pump is Napa  M847.

Good luck!!
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: Walrus on January 15, 2013, 09:24:14 am
J-8 will work and I think there is an rj12y.  the 12 is a hotter plug.     The part number for the fuel pump is Napa  M847.

Good luck!!
Thanks
My motor has about 4 different brand plugs in it, not sure which is right.
The fuel pump is ordered, no one close has one but they can get it.
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: the old trucker on January 15, 2013, 10:58:36 am
  Clyde2guide, they are aluminum rims. They look like Snowtrac & Thiokol rims with all those ribs. The bombardier rims are steel. I see your tires are $163.50 & the rim is $499.00. I'm curious as to how they will stand up on a bomber...

 

                                                                       The Old Trucker

  Here is a pic of the aluminum rim & tire I talked about. I don't know if there is an aluminum hub cap that goes with it.

http://i333.photobucket.com/albums/m366/theoldtrucker/16-inch-wheelsm__57258_thumb.jpg


http://i333.photobucket.com/albums/m366/theoldtrucker/alpinetire.jpg
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: CLYDE2GUIDE on January 15, 2013, 12:11:27 pm
The Old Trucker,

The Wheels are new and were specifically designed for the Snow Coach. The computer model tested at 30,000 lbs which is stronger than needed and they won't rust.   The tires are also designed for the snow coach.  They are a 6 ply with a pressure maximum capacity of 105 psi.  They have a recommended pressure of 70 psi but they seem to run well at 50 to 60 psi.  The tread design is three rib.  The reason for this is to help cool the tire.  The smooth tread design would be cheaper to build, but choice was to  improve on the application.  The bead area is also stronger than competition design with the sidewall more straight up and down.  This allows the tire to resist rolling over from side pressure.  Xanterra, the company that has the vender contract with Yellowstone Park and runs 28 of the coaches, has been running this tire since 1994.  They tell me that it cut replacement cost by 30 percent after two years and got even better as full replacement took place in subsequent years. You can see the tire on Alpine Guide Tire web site. alpineguidetire.com 

Clyde2Guide

 
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: CLYDE2GUIDE on January 15, 2013, 12:13:53 pm
The old Trucker,

I failed to say that the tire size is 4.50-16 6 ply.

Clyde2Guice
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: the old trucker on January 15, 2013, 03:59:20 pm
  Clyde2Guide, do you make the threaded aluminum hubcap for the center or do the customer use the old metal ones ??

                                           OT.
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: CLYDE2GUIDE on January 16, 2013, 02:42:04 pm
The Old Trucker,

The wheel is threaded and you can use the old cap.  The wheel can come with the bearing Buddy to fit this wheel.  Currently a new cap is being worked on and might be available in the not too distant future. 

Clyde2guide
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: the old trucker on January 16, 2013, 03:12:26 pm

  I thank you for your quick response my friend. Please don't feel offended if I ask all kinds of questions. If I don't know about something I ask. That's how I learn. One other question, If I were to use the old metal cap on aluminum, would it have a reaction to each other ??

                                                                               OT's at it again...   
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: CLYDE2GUIDE on January 17, 2013, 10:12:47 am
OT,

You ask very good questions.  Your last question is interesting.  Electrolysis has been a problem in the past between metals.  More so back in the 40's and 50's.  I have not seen much problem in this direction for quite some time.  I believe the new aluminum formulas are much better.  In the long run it might be a problem especially if not kept clean.  It  would however take a long period of time.  This potential problem is why we are in the middle of creating our own cap. If I learn more, I will post it. 

clyde2guide
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: Averyman on January 17, 2013, 05:54:15 pm
Another source for tires.... Sunvalley Tire in Winkler Manitoba.  They had a batch of 4.50 x 16 Goodyears for Bombardiers but are sold out at the moment.. can get more.  Call Ken @ 204 362 000 for details and pricing.  Met Ken today at Ag Days in Brandon.
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: viking on January 18, 2013, 05:02:08 am
     
       Clyde2Guide,

                         Is there a Manitoba Dealer for these new tires?
                         Does the backside of the new rim fit the existing excluder?
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: CLYDE2GUIDE on January 18, 2013, 04:42:37 pm
We currently do not have stocking dealers in Manitoba, though we have dealers that will order as needed.  Some of these are, OK tire in Morris, KK Penner with several stores in the area.  We can ship to you direct.  We do have distributors in Edmonton, and in Quebec who do stock the tires.  We ship a lot of product into Canada to other dealers and to end users.  You used the term "excluder".  I am not acquainted with that term.  I can say that the wheel has all of the steel wheel measurements.  The only difference would be the added thickness of the Aluminum that gives it the added strength the steel wheel does not have. 

 
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: the old trucker on January 18, 2013, 05:08:26 pm
   
       Clyde2Guide,

                         Is there a Manitoba Dealer for these new tires?
                         Does the backside of the new rim fit the existing excluder?

Clyde I think he's referring to # 9 in my pic below. The rim would fit in between # 5 & 6. # 11 being the inside side of rim. You can see the spindle in the top right corner.

http://i333.photobucket.com/albums/m366/theoldtrucker/PICT0661.jpg
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: the old trucker on January 19, 2013, 06:42:01 am
Hey Old Trucker,

I decided to email you direct.  In working with Xanterra and Alpin Guide about the development of these wheels, I was never shown the excluder (so Called).  From your picture it shows a bushing or spacer that would butt up against the back side of the inside bearing to limit the inside movement of the wheel. (Most spindles have this machined into the spindle).  The back side seal goes over this spacer. The excluder evidently goes over this spacer as well.  It looks to be like a protector for the back side of the wheel to keep dirt away from the seal.  Am I correct?  If this is so, then the shape would not go over our hub.  What is your thinking on this? I don't see any real need for it.
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  Clyde that's right. The excluder's outer lip fits over the inner seal & the outside of the inner side of the rim to keep out the dirt... (What a tounge twister !) I stand to be corrected on this. I have the old style swing arms on mine, the newer ones have a different shape & don't use that spacer(#10).. I personaly will be useing the excluder on mine. If you look at Mike's 57 rebuild 1st page, reply # 2, first pic, you'll see the newer style I'm talking about. It still has the old excluder on it.
  When you made this aluminum rim did you have an old steel rim to use as a pattern ?? How thick is the aluminum between each of the 8 spokes ??

   As I was saying I'm not the best on a computer.

                                                                              OT.


Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: the old trucker on January 19, 2013, 06:44:33 pm

    Can anyone add some more advise to this ??? At least tell me if I am right or wrong...

                                                                                         OT.
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: CLYDE2GUIDE on January 19, 2013, 10:25:51 pm
O.T.

I don't think we would have any problem with a slight change to the machining.  Could you get me some measurements of the excluder.  It would help us to machine for it.  I appreciate what you wrote.  It will help us to make the wheel even better. 

Thnaks O.T.
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: the old trucker on January 20, 2013, 05:14:46 am

    Clyde I could get the measurements for you but I was thinking it might be better if Dan Shavers or someone gave them to you. There is a curved section that I don't know how to measure. You could give Dan Shavers a call & order one. That way you could get a better feel for fitment around the rim. They might be 2-3 dollars. I think he manufactures them. I hope this helps. His address is: 
                         
                          Shaver & Sons Enterprises   
                          75054 Sturgeon Rd,
                          Stonewall, MB R0C 2Z0
                          Phone- 204-467-2605
                          Fax # -
                          Email - dan57@mts.net

                          Complete Parts & Manufacturing
                          for Bombardier Snow Bus
                          Service and Repairs
 
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: the old trucker on January 20, 2013, 05:30:54 am

   Clyde here's a part of a email I got last night. I highlighted his question...He & others await your thoughts on it.
   

Looks like the engineer reinvented the wheel without looking at the bombardier. This can be corrected I'm sure.. The issue I'm most interested in is what the rim will be like when in slush conditions. It "might" collect more ice/snow then the smooth style. The excluder picture you posted was like the O.J. Simpson trial when the glove didn't fit. He gets it now.

                                                                          This is not OJ... but.... OT.                                 
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: CLYDE2GUIDE on January 20, 2013, 10:23:03 am
O.T.,

Good Idea.  I met with Dan last week in Stonewall.  I will order one. 

In answer to the slush question; The only surface that could have a build up would be the horizontal or flat surfaces.  The Bombardier wheel actually has a larger flat surface than the aluminum wheel.  The webbing between gussets prevents the bridge build up of ice.  LMC used similar wheels for many years with no ice build up problems.  One other factor is that these wheels do not run cold.  There is enough heat generated to keep the ice from building up. 

By the way the webbing between the Gussets is 3/8 inch thick and at the gusset (spoke) it is 5/8 inch thick. 
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: the old trucker on January 20, 2013, 12:54:26 pm

   Just curious, how much difference in material & weight would it be to make an original bomber rim from aluminum ?? Are these rims turned from 1 solid piece of aluminum ??
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: Walrus on January 20, 2013, 02:31:34 pm
Good to see some action on here.

I've gotten most of the parts needed to get my motor up and running. Still need fuel pump which is on order. Also need 1 wire alternator. Next week is supposed to be brutally cold, below 0 every night so no work going to get done unless I decide to take carb off, maybe take tank out so I can clean it out. God that varnish stinks.

Think I'm going to wire the motor up temporarily with a toggle switch. still need to figure out starter motor.

The starter shouldn't run until I step on pedal, correct? As soon as key turns on (starter)motor starts to spin, push peddle all the way and motor turns over. I can't understand why motor(starter) spins once key is on.
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: the old trucker on January 20, 2013, 04:43:55 pm

  Walrus it sounds like you have the old style setup that was in mine & alot of older trucks. I saw one in a 56 narrow. He turned the key on & push on the pedal & away she goes. My father had it on an old truck he had @ one time.
  I'm wondering if that pedal works with a rod or cable setup. Could it be sticking somewhere ?? Maybe a return spring broken, starter sticking. I like that old school thing & plan to hook up mine somehow like it some day.

                                                    OT.                                                                         
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: CLYDE2GUIDE on January 20, 2013, 05:49:45 pm
O.T.,

The wheel is cast in a permanent steel mold.  When it comes out it weights 35lbs.  After machining it's weight is 23 lbs.  We did think about making it like the steel rim, but it would have weighed close to 30 lbs.  So we got the same or better strength with our current design. 

Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: the old trucker on January 21, 2013, 10:12:01 am
O.T.,


In answer to the slush question; The only surface that could have a build up would be the horizontal or flat surfaces.  The Bombardier wheel actually has a larger flat surface than the aluminum wheel.  The webbing between gussets prevents the bridge build up of ice.  LMC used similar wheels for many years with no ice build up problems.  One other factor is that these wheels do not run cold.  There is enough heat generated to keep the ice from building up. 


   Clyde have you had anyone testing your rims on their bombardiers ? I personaly think your rim will gather more snow & slush than the bombardier wheel because of the gussets. I have rims that are 50 to 60 years old & once they were blasted, primed & painted, they will last me a long time.
   There was a fellow on here awhile back that made the original rim & sold them for $300.00 each. I don't know how good he did with sales, but they looked great & if they only lasted twenty yrs., that's the way I'd go.... 
     
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: Walrus on January 21, 2013, 12:57:32 pm

  Walrus it sounds like you have the old style setup that was in mine & alot of older trucks. I saw one in a 56 narrow. He turned the key on & push on the pedal & away she goes. My father had it on an old truck he had @ one time.
  I'm wondering if that pedal works with a rod or cable setup. Could it be sticking somewhere ?? Maybe a return spring broken, starter sticking. I like that old school thing & plan to hook up mine somehow like it some day.

                                                    OT.                                                                         
I think it has some kind of linkage but I haven't looked to see if its a cable or a rod. I would guess rod.  I can actuate it from the engine compartment which is great.
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: the old trucker on January 21, 2013, 02:36:43 pm

    Walrus I was thinking about hooking up a "monentary switch, like was in my trucks. You turn on the key & hit the button. Only thing I'd have to do is hook it up under my starter foot pedal. I like it old school...
                                                                                OT.  Gettin started again...
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: fisher on January 21, 2013, 08:26:02 pm
It's a steel rod that goes thru a pipe under the front floor boards to a set of forks on the starter at the back. That pipe under the floor boards probably needs heavy duty cleaning. You can also hook more springs to the linkage to pull it back. No starter solenoid to worry about this way is the biggest bonus.
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: viking on January 25, 2013, 05:39:34 pm

            CLYDE2GUIDE,

                                When the decision was made to produce a new rim, was there ever a consideration to make a 5 bolt rim pattern?
                               

       
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: CLYDE2GUIDE on January 26, 2013, 06:15:25 pm
Viking,

Yes it was considered.  But the majority of the potential customers were not considering a bolt on.  So we decided to go like the original.  We are considering a 12 inch wheel bolt on and a 13 inch bolt on.

Clyde2guide
 
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: viking on January 27, 2013, 06:35:38 am

          CLYDE2GUIDE,

                              The current rim has clearly worked for decades. With high maintenance.
                              A bolt on upgrade could be the future. Hope you get there.
                                             
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: the old trucker on January 27, 2013, 08:49:30 am

   Viking if you look up;  Classifieds Forums > For Sale - Vehicles > Don't know what to say., you'll see that SANDYBAY had a hub made up for his & uses crown vic rims & bomber tires.
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: the old trucker on January 27, 2013, 03:39:19 pm

  I should have said that he used the space saver rim....
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: Walrus on February 03, 2013, 02:12:55 pm
According to my Local NAPA, fuel pump for 251 flat head are obsolete. I guess I'll just go with electric. Got my carb kit, one wire alternator, had to order the fuel pump, should have that Monday. Weather guys are saying in 7 days it looks like a warming trend, might get something done on the ol' girl :D
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: Averyman on February 03, 2013, 11:01:33 pm
NAPA #588
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: Cranman on February 04, 2013, 01:45:46 am
If you can\t get it from NAPA, try another Dodge part source and ask for a pump for a 1965 Dodge WM300. If you ask for 1940's pump they assume it is not available.
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: the old trucker on February 04, 2013, 08:19:39 am

   Here's a couple of places to try.
 
        Vintage Power Wagon. (not sure of address)

        Roberts Motor Parts.  ( in Mass.)

  Oldsledz may have their ph. numbers.
   
   Here's another,

 Dodge City Truck Parts
    RR # 5.,
    Sunderland, ONT.,
    L0C  1H0
    Phone-905-985-0869
    Fax - 905-985-9255


       
       
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: Walrus on February 09, 2013, 03:55:26 pm
Too bad the old girl isn't running, got 2 feet of snow since last evening and its still coming. I'll bet Old Trucker is getting it also
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: the old trucker on February 09, 2013, 05:34:36 pm

   10/4 on the SNOW.... It's been coming down for 4 hrs. now. Good thing there's no wind with it...      OT.
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: Walrus on February 10, 2013, 08:54:04 am

   10/4 on the SNOW.... It's been coming down for 4 hrs. now. Good thing there's no wind with it...      OT.
No wind? Boston had a 91 mph gust, we had them in the 70s here in Maine. Ended up with about 2 ft here but So. Maine had as much as 3 ft. :o
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: the old trucker on February 10, 2013, 11:05:12 am

   We have about 18" & the wind has started to pick up. No sense blowing snow yet...

                                                                                                                        OT.
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: Jbuck on March 03, 2013, 01:04:15 pm
Hey folks....earlier in this thread it was mentioned that there was distributors in the Edmonton area for the aluminum rims.   Could someone please supply a name and contact number if possible.  Thanks
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: the old trucker on March 03, 2013, 01:28:52 pm

  Look up General Discussions. click on    "New Parts Suppliers List". Look for Shaver & Sons. I heard they were thinking about selling them. All their contact info is there...

                                                                                                OT.
Title: New Alpine Tire
Post by: viking on March 03, 2013, 03:39:40 pm
Just installed the first one on a Narrow Gauge. Clearly a more vertical profile, this tire does not touch the inside edge of the track. Centres easily in the cleat cup.
There is 3/8"s to 1/2" clearance on both sides. All the other Dunlops appear to rubbing slightly.
Rated at 70 psi, Dunlops are rated at 35 psi and is usually where I run them.
I think a less jarring softer ride in loaded conditions, they do need regular air pressure checks.
I have the new rim, waiting on an excluder retrofit.
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: Jbuck on March 03, 2013, 07:51:33 pm
Thanks OT......but I would still like to find the name of an Edmonton distributor...(big savings on shipping=more money to buy goodies for bombardier)
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: the old trucker on March 03, 2013, 08:18:53 pm

  I think there is a place down south that sell them, but that's even further away for shipping. Plus the time you deal with customs & duty, it all adds up.
                                                                                        OT.
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: Walrus on March 16, 2013, 04:09:29 pm
Been too cold to do anything outside on the R12, a neighbor of mine is a glass guy, the windshield is falling out and has been butchered to keep it in place. I got him to come over and he is getting the proper rubber gasket material, hopefully next weekend he'll be over to put it in. I told him to wait till its warmer, supposed to be 7 tonight so.... Glass breaks easy when its cold. Can't wait to get that fixed so I can take the tarp off. I have all the tune up parts including 12v one wire alt. and 12 v fuel pump. One weekend and I think I can get it running but its got be warm ;D
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: the old trucker on March 18, 2013, 02:59:41 pm

   Walrus don't for get that we love to see pics of everything you do with that bomber... You know the old saying about pics & words....

                                                                      OT. wants to see how your doing..
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: Walrus on March 19, 2013, 07:01:56 am

   Walrus don't for get that we love to see pics of everything you do with that bomber... You know the old saying about pics & words....

                                                                      OT. wants to see how your doing..
I'll get some pics nd post them when I start, unfortunately Winter won't quit here. Getting 10 16 inches of snow today and tonight, and its been colder than normal. yesterday it felt like January.
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: Walrus on March 31, 2013, 02:47:04 pm
Changed out ignition stuff today, got it to fire when gas was poured down the carb. Still can't figure out why starter spins as soon as key is on, doesn't turn engine over until pedal pushed but soon as key is on starter spins, that can't be right.
Looking closer this thing is going to be a giant money pit, radiator has had a few run ins with fan??? Not sure how but I doubt it holds liquid for very long. Hoses are all dry rotted which I expected. Gas tank smells like someone varnishing a nice wooden boat, took it out need to get it drained and flushed out. Carb needs to be rebuilt, have the stuff to do that, next weekend.

Clip on dist. that hold cap on is broken, hay wired together so it hold the cap down but I'm not sure what indexes the cap to the dist. Usually there is a notch on dist and tab in cap so you know you have it in right spot, this doesn't have that. Anyone know how that works? Anyone have a used dist that might not be any good but has the spring clips and part that is riveted  on dist. that holds the clips?
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: Walrus on April 07, 2013, 03:43:30 pm
Worked on the fuel system some, carb off and rebuilt but its way to cold for me, yesterday low 30s and 30 mph wind, today little warmer still have a wind that is cutting right thru. drained the tank, wow, the old gas looks like 10w oil, no volatiles left in it, stinks to high heaven. I hope to get a chance to get new fuel pump and lines in this week, fresh gas and pray it starts, if it starts then cooling system is next, hoses and Rad. look like crap
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: Walrus on April 08, 2013, 01:39:51 pm
pretty happy right now, and here is why
http://youtu.be/VYtoE_gx7p4        ;D

I now have enough info(it runs) to go alittle further into this baby. Water pump is leaking and it isn't even turning, no alternator. Lower crank pulley is bent WT heck is up with that, how do you bend a pulley? Where can I get a new pulley, for that matter how does it come off?
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: the old trucker on April 09, 2013, 06:04:15 am
    Walrus is this another clip of your engine running ??? ?   8)

   http://youtu.be/ss7bbmgzQLc    

  Your making progress... Slowly ..but surely !!!
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: Walrus on April 09, 2013, 11:04:46 am
   Walrus is this another clip of your engine running ??? ?   8)

    http://youtu.be/ss7bbmgzQLc
 
  Your making progress... Slowly ..but surely !!!
Yes, there are 2 on Youtube. Getting the engine running was a huge step, now I know its worth going further. My goal isn't a shiny restoration but a running B12. Ton of mechanical stuff thats been neglected on this thing. So its going to take awhile and some cash. Whats a running B12 worth anyway?
Title: Re: NEW MEMBER COMING SOON...
Post by: Walrus on April 10, 2013, 04:47:58 pm
Put tires on the front, drove it into my shop, sweet.

Looking at the skis, it appears there is wood under a flat plate and then the Skag sits on the flat plate. Can anyone tell me how thick the wood is? Mine is rotten. I have some red oak I can use for that. I need to get one skag made.