Sparks!!

Looks like I've found out what the problem was.
I've replaced the ignition switch for a 'car' type switch that you twist the key right round to start. All the electrics turn on including power to the ignition unit on the first click, however, when you turn the key to start it, it cuts the power to the lights etc to give you max power from the battery, & yes you've guessed it, I took the power for the Ignition off the same feed so cutting the power each time the starter was engaged!! Doh!




Have now remedied the feed & am getting nice blue sparks from the plugs







Cheers

It's a Roller!!

I've also connected the battery & the motor spins over & has good oil pressure. 

It's not all good news though as I'm not getting any sparks at the plugs, so there's a bit of a problem to try & track down! 

I suppose 2 out of 3 isn't bad!

Tyres......

......are now fitted:

Should be a roller this weekend, all being well. Burly blokes on standby!

More progress

Have been doing lots of bits & bobs, such as oil blacking the nuts & bolts, this inolves cleaning off all the rust & crud, heating & then dunking in old engine oil. Not sure if if adds much in the way of protection, but I think they look good & it does mean that I can keep the original fittings, which look a lot nicer than a whole load of shiney stainless. Plus they're free!!

The front end, rear swinging arm & wiring are virtually complete:

 I cleaned & painted the bevel box & rear brake plate to match the engine:

Rough!

after etch primer
 

after final coat.

New tyres are on order so hopefully will be a roller in a week or so!!

Small Steps

Finished making the new wiring harness today. I connected up a battery charger to test it & it worked without bursting in flames!! 

The new LED warning lamps light as they should, the brake light works for both front & rear brakes, the lights work & the starter solenoid clicks when the ignition switch is turned! So good progress made.

"Mr Engine meet Mr Frame"

It's starting to go together!!.....
 

Latest news

I've had the seemingly usual one step forwards two steps back! After I sprayed the frame it took absolutely ages to dry, & it ended up looking more gloss than the satin black I wanted! So I went back to the paint supplier who gave me a new tin of paint, but that meant that I had to rub down all the parts again! I got some time over the Christmas break & have now re-painted everything & it looks a lot better!!

Still, during the intervening period I've cleaned & re-built the carbs, had some parts powder coated, & fitted a stainless steel mesh to the front of the radiator:

Lastly, my 'office' has a new name:

My youngest daughter bought me it for Christmas as I always say 'I'm off to the boudoir' when I go to the shed!!