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Old Jul 21, 2011 | 06:34 AM
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Sweeeeeeeet! The tank looks better in red, too! Are you MIG welding the frame?
 
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Old Jul 21, 2011 | 08:03 AM
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thanks. tig.
 
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Old Jul 21, 2011 | 08:05 AM
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yeah i didnt know how the red was gonna look all together but i really love it. just solid and simple
 
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Old Jul 21, 2011 | 10:30 AM
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After seeing this, I want one now. Can't wait to see it done.
 
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Old Jul 21, 2011 | 11:59 AM
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REALLY nice work.
 
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Old Jul 21, 2011 | 12:02 PM
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thanks all!
 
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Old Jul 21, 2011 | 12:03 PM
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tomorrow after i get off shift im gonna put everything back together with the exception of the drive train since it hasnt shown up yet. ill post more pics
 
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Old Jul 21, 2011 | 06:03 PM
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You've made this whole build look super easy - probably inspiring many members on here. It's glorious to see a project take weeks, not months. Shows what devotion and hard work can get you.

The 48 tank is THE **** on your bike.
 
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Old Jul 21, 2011 | 06:18 PM
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Dude I am so jealous!! Looks amazing... I would love to do this but I live in north jersey and the roads are a disaster... Still may consider it. Maybe next yr or something. KEEP IT UP LOOKS SICK!!!!
 
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