It is possible to build a motorcycle frame without a jig. But, a jig will make the process a lot easier. Note that a jig just holds parts in place for fitting and tack welding. ... Level the channel backbone, and then ensure everything added to the backbone is also level. Shim as required making everything level and plumb.
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Here are the parts to our version of a neck fixture for a custom motorcycle frame jig. Note: welding is required. When assembled on a 2”x3” vertical post this fixture holds the steering ... Due to popular demand, MechWerks is making available a parts kit for the neck fixture of a custom motorcycle frame building jig.
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This type of frame jig is referred to as being a `bottom-up' arrangement and while it has some disadvantages it is by far the most common type of jig used in custom motorcycle frame construction.
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The Chopper Frame Jig ... Building a chopper frame jig can be a simple or complicated matter. It all ... Otherwise it's pretty safe for buying chopper motorcycle gear.
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Every chopper lover has at one point or another thought about making a customized chopper. ... Another important thing is that anyone wishing to build a chopper must have a motorcycle frame jig. A jig is of utmost necessity while building a customized chopper because it ensures that the chopper has perfect symmetry and...
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Frank Pedersen from Motorcycle Works in Olathe, Kansas (just south of Kansas City if you’re wondering) likes to compare the motorcycle frame with the foundation of a house. ... Here’s a professional frame jig. Without out this puppy messing with frames is a roll of the dice. Once the tubing is bent, it needs to be...
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Of all the welding process available, the gas metal arc welding (GMA) and gas tungsten arc (GTA) welding processes are best suited for welding tubing of a motorcycle frame. ... For best results, buy or build a jig for the bike frame. ... Also, consider skipping around a frame, making a short, partial weld on one joint and then...
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4. Frame jig welded up out of steel channel, ... This is achieved by making up suitable spacer bushes for the rear axle. ... It's all very well for restoration books to say "go to night-classes for three months and you too can be a welder!" When it comes to welding a motorcycle frame, I'd rather it were someone who's welding...
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I’ve kinda “cheated” in making this frame in the way I did. ... Up until now, I’d thought that NITROUS was the most cost-effective way to modify a motorcycle for increased performance. While I’m willing to concede that HORSE-WHIPPING has ... I built a jig to keep the parts aligned when the frame was welded.
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Well, less than 10% was added to the bare frame weight, which went up from 28lb. up to 30.5lb. I cannot give you accurate figures for the stiffness increase because it became so stiff that most of the flexing was then taking place in my supporting jig, but it was very hard to detect significant movement between any...
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