1977 D4 HD with a little modification

Modifier · 06-11-2013, 07:55 AM

I started this in fall of 2011 and will be doing the engine soon.

Modifier · 06-11-2013, 05:18 PM

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CRK · 06-11-2013, 05:38 PM

VERY Ariel Atom!

chuckbaynham · 06-11-2013, 05:39 PM

Very cool rig. Did you just turn the swing arm 180 deg. front to back? Where are the fenders from?

Modifier · 06-12-2013, 02:12 PM

Yes, 180 degrees.In order to keep the same wheelbase, I had to add to the front half of the frame. Engine will run in reverse. Only problem is the Cooling fan that directs air to the cylinder area is running in reverse. I may be able to deflect the air by installing a metal plate inside of the cover assembly. If not, 12 volt cooling fans are available. Not to the point yet, still have to wire the bugger. I am using the original brakes as an emergency brake using a Honda civic lever assy. It now has hydraulic brakes using the same disc for the main braking system. Fenders are from Northern Tool Catalog.

06-11-2013, 05:38 PM	#3
CRK Gone Wild Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Apex, NC Posts: 495	Re: 1977 D4 HD with a little modification VERY Ariel Atom!

06-11-2013, 05:39 PM	#4
chuckbaynham Gone Wild Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Armstrong, British Columbia Posts: 241	Re: 1977 D4 HD with a little modification Very cool rig. Did you just turn the swing arm 180 deg. front to back? Where are the fenders from?

06-12-2013, 02:12 PM	#5
Modifier Not Yet Wild Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Poconos Posts: 13	Re: 1977 D4 HD with a little modification Yes, 180 degrees.In order to keep the same wheelbase, I had to add to the front half of the frame. Engine will run in reverse. Only problem is the Cooling fan that directs air to the cylinder area is running in reverse. I may be able to deflect the air by installing a metal plate inside of the cover assembly. If not, 12 volt cooling fans are available. Not to the point yet, still have to wire the bugger. I am using the original brakes as an emergency brake using a Honda civic lever assy. It now has hydraulic brakes using the same disc for the main braking system. Fenders are from Northern Tool Catalog.

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