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Old Jan 2, 2023 | 01:46 AM
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So, in late 2018 I bought a Shovelhead barn find that had an Evo motor in it and a paintjob that is a warning to everybody not to do drugs....it has evolved over time and now it is how I like it.









 
Old Jan 2, 2023 | 06:43 PM
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What's wrong with the original paint job?
 
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Old Jan 2, 2023 | 06:55 PM
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Much better. Superb job. Enjoy the ride….
 
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Old Jan 2, 2023 | 06:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Riceburnerfb1
What's wrong with the original paint job?
Everything! Lol!
 
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Old Jan 2, 2023 | 11:07 PM
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Looks much better now.
 
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Old Jan 2, 2023 | 11:56 PM
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Nice job,
What'd ya do with the evo engine & or Plan,
There's always another project
 
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Old Jan 3, 2023 | 12:14 AM
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Sweet!
 
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Originally Posted by Squidbilly*
Nice job,
What'd ya do with the evo engine & or Plan,
There's always another project
Sold it to pay for the Shovel Motor, which was at that time a difficult thing to find....still is really.
 
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Nice work, looks awesome!!
 
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What brand and style of seat is that? I like it.
 
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