T-120 Old Mans Parts Bike Build

[rastus52new]

I'm going to attempt this build again. Last time started a New House build got in the mix and won. I've accumulated parts for awhile and I reached the age of retirement and time on my hands again so here we go. A 1970 bare frame was found and not so much unlike the old saying "I've got a nice set of wheels I think I'll build something". I hope you'll follow along and help me through this and the worst that can be done is to meet some new people.

 

[Rocky]

More than willing to help here, so ask away!
We enjoy projects like that!

 

[rastus52new]

More than willing to help here, so ask away!
We enjoy projects like that!

Thanks

 

[Greyfell]

Could be wrong, but that looks like a "home-made" (local shop-made) bobber frame.

 

[sikatri]

Looking forward to following your progress!

 

[otherwise]

Could be wrong, but that looks like a "home-made" (local shop-made) bobber frame.

No it's the front half of one of these.

 

[Rudie]

Best guess at present is 70 650 - raised 'pad' on the steering head casting is 69 onwards, front engine plates (if correct) and mounting are 70, frame was superseded by the OIF for 71. VIN stamped on the raised 'pad' should clarify.

Btw, the attached horn might be a rare Windtone, photo of the other side?

 

[rastus52new]

Could be wrong, but that looks like a "home-made" (local shop-made) bobber frame.

I'm pretty sure it's a factory frame but I am curious why you should say otherwise?

 

[rastus52new]

Best guess at present is 70 650 - raised 'pad' on the steering head casting is 69 onwards, front engine plates (if correct) and mounting are 70, frame was superseded by the OIF for 71. VIN stamped on the raised 'pad' should clarify.

Btw, the attached horn might be a rare Windtone, photo of the other side?

picture soon

 

[rastus52new]

Some good news as of today, a source of vintage triumph parts, NOS and used, as well as a retired knowledgeable mechanic not far away from me. This 650 may just live again.

 

[rastus52new]

Best guess at present is 70 650 - raised 'pad' on the steering head casting is 69 onwards, front engine plates (if correct) and mounting are 70, frame was superseded by the OIF for 71. VIN stamped on the raised 'pad' should clarify.

Btw, the attached horn might be a rare Windtone, photo of the other side?

It is/was a 1970. Thanks Rudie I know you know your bikes.

 

[Greyfell]

I'm pretty sure it's a factory frame but I am curious why you should say otherwise?

@otherwise, above, clarified my misconception.

 

[rastus52new]

My old chopper bike from back in the day hence the 66 TR6SR power plant. We did a top end job a few (10) years back. Disassembly and sandblast top end, machine shop re-bore with new pistons .20 over and rings, new valves and guides, valves seated and paint. And it just sat until a couple weeks ago. Motor was plucked from frame and assessing its general health.

 

[rastus52new]

The 66 Tiger gets initial once over after many years at rest. Ken Sullivan, a new acquaintance, is the owner of Sully's Triumph's page on Facebook has been advising me. Ken has an extensive collection of vintage Triumph parts for sale. Check him out.

 

[grandpaul]

Could be wrong, but that looks like a "home-made" (local shop-made) bobber frame.

It's definitely a factory '70 frame with removeable front engine mounts (one year only)

 

[grandpaul]

No it's the front half of one of these.
View attachment 53229

Actually, that's an earlier year. No removeable front engine mounts.

 

[grandpaul]

The 66 Tiger gets initial once over after many years at rest. Ken Sullivan, a new acquaintance, is the owner of Sully's Triumph's page on Facebook has been advising me. Ken has an extensive collection of vintage Triumph parts for sale. Check him out.

Is that Ken Sullivan of THE Sullivan collection? dozens of super nice restored Triumphs?

 

[rastus52new]

Is that Ken Sullivan of THE Sullivan collection? dozens of super nice restored Triumphs?

One in the same, great guy and fun to listen to and be around. Haven't met Robert his brother yet

 

[otherwise]

Actually, that's an earlier year. No removeable front engine mounts.

Don't be such a smart a^#@.
I was simply showing Greyfell a random bolt together frame. Look at my comment and photo in context.
Now I remember why I left this forum, time to move on again.

 

[grandpaul]

Don't be such a smart a^#@.
I was simply showing Greyfell a random bolt together frame. Look at my comment and photo in context.
Now I remember why I left this forum, time to move on again.

Wow.

Give a straight answer, offend somebody. In context.