Rebuild Continues

The frame was bent almost 2" out of square. The neck that hold s the forks was twisted, and the rear of the frame was bend to the left. I contacted Kent at GMD Computrack in Canton Ga. for some help. Kent has a slick laser measuring rack that determines three parallel axis, and all measurements are taken from these reference points. Once we knew where to apply pressure, Kent put the frame in his bending fixture and straightened her right up. Thanks Kent!

While Kent had the frame, it was time to tackle the fuel tank. The R&O Manual and a call to McMaster Carr had me ready to go. First step is to separate the tank

Then completely disassemble all the parts, and thoroughly clean. When I say thoroughly, I mean you cannot get them clean enough. The solder will run from the place you need tinned the most! Guaranteed.

With all the pieces clean, tin the old metal and solder it all back together.

and then

The tank was pressure tested and then a good coating of POR15 tank sealer for insurance. What a job that was! Why Indian decided to put the oil tank inside the gas tank with soldered construction is beyond me. I will defiantly have a plan B for the cannonball.