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Old May 13, 2009 | 12:13 AM
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Default 53 oem uncut rigid frame.

hi does anybody out there know someone that knows anyone that has a53 panhead frame for sale? i sold a51 because it wasnt the right year for my bike and i'm having a real hard time finding one .i know i can buy an after market frame but i've had it for over 20 years and would like to keep it oem .thank you in advance. hard *** rules !!
 
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Old May 13, 2009 | 01:51 PM
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Thats going to be a tough one. You will probably end up spending more than twice what a repro will cost and then worry about metal fatique. I have a buddy who has a chopper on a wishbone frame (not cut) I'll check with him to see if he would be willing to part with it and what year it is.
 
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Old May 13, 2009 | 05:33 PM
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thanks!! i`ll wait to hear from you.
 
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Old May 13, 2009 | 09:33 PM
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I asked about what you want on another forum.
One of the guys who knows a lot about panheads suggested you contact these guys.

http://www.americanvintagecycle.com/

I hope it works out for you.
 
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Old May 14, 2009 | 01:10 AM
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Another guru of old bikes suggested this place but the frame he knows about in the classified section has been cut. Anything can be repaired though...

http://www.hydra-glide.net/
 

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Old May 14, 2009 | 12:23 PM
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You can try e-bay. I've seen some frames on there but you're going to pay. Try www.jockeyjournal.com. Seen some on there. Tough to come across one that is uncut and modified. If you do come across one that's been cut there are some good frame restoration shops out there. Good luck.
 
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Old May 15, 2009 | 12:04 AM
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hey guys just want to say thank you for your help didnt find one yet but getting closer.
 
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Old May 15, 2009 | 05:47 AM
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if u do need to go repo

check these frames out

http://www.raceframe.com.au

1 of the best out there..
 
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Yea sometimes a choice frame can be found on ebay..

But I mostly like to see up close & personal on bigger stuff, before I pay Now....

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Old May 24, 2009 | 03:26 PM
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Checked with my buddy he said no way will he sell the frame, sorry.
 
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