Post by badroadahead on Mar 7, 2019 9:03:56 GMT -6
I know this isn't a car but it's a model just the same.
I bought the Thunder Chopper model when it came out but didn’t like the set up. I wanted to make it close to stock. This is about a 1968-1969 Sporty.
I did make a mistake on the rocker boxes. Pre 1971 they were solid across , post 1970 they had the dip. I have 2 more Thunder Chopper models and I will make sure they are correct in the build.
Pre 1971
Post 1970
I scratch built the following parts:
Handlebars and handgrips - bars made from solder
Cushioned seat with springs
Shocks - made from steel antennas
Front and rear fenders
Exhaust pipes
Tail light
Kick stand
Front forks and suspension
For some of the reference I own a 1974 Ironhead:
I bought the Thunder Chopper model when it came out but didn’t like the set up. I wanted to make it close to stock. This is about a 1968-1969 Sporty.
I did make a mistake on the rocker boxes. Pre 1971 they were solid across , post 1970 they had the dip. I have 2 more Thunder Chopper models and I will make sure they are correct in the build.
Pre 1971
Post 1970
I scratch built the following parts:
Handlebars and handgrips - bars made from solder
Cushioned seat with springs
Shocks - made from steel antennas
Front and rear fenders
Exhaust pipes
Tail light
Kick stand
Front forks and suspension
For some of the reference I own a 1974 Ironhead:
