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76 Convert Restoration
Dave Swanson:
The Convert has taken a temporary back seat to more pressing matters.
22 years ago I had a 1998 916 that I loved. I have thought about another from time to time and I figured I'm not getting any younger, so why not.
I found this 1995 with 3700 miles. It has spent the last 12 years in a living room, and needs a proper reawakening that these race bikes deserve. After a little 1100 mile drive to pick it up I am well on my way towards having it recommissioned.
SevenSport:
Hi Dave (and any other Convert owners following...)
First of all can I say how reassuring it is to find someone with more bikes in their garage than me. I will tell my wife. I am undertaking a '78 Convert rebuild here in the UK but I'm short of a seat mounting bracket. I was scouring the internet for images good-enough to allow me to make one and found this picture of your bike. Sorry to trouble you, but is there any chance you could help me identify the width and thickness of the steel used to form this hoop? I am guessing from the images something like 20mm by 5mm. Any dimensions would be gratefully received.
Simon
Dave Swanson:
--- Quote from: SevenSport on June 17, 2024, 09:01:01 AM ---Hi Dave (and any other Convert owners following...)
First of all can I say how reassuring it is to find someone with more bikes in their garage than me. I will tell my wife. I am undertaking a '78 Convert rebuild here in the UK but I'm short of a seat mounting bracket. I was scouring the internet for images good-enough to allow me to make one and found this picture of your bike. Sorry to trouble you, but is there any chance you could help me identify the width and thickness of the steel used to form this hoop? I am guessing from the images something like 20mm by 5mm. Any dimensions would be gratefully received.
Simon
--- End quote ---
Simon, I hope these help. Call Curtis at Harpers. He may have one.
SevenSport:
Many thanks for the photos and the dimensions Dave. I took your advice and called Harpers, and they did indeed manage to supply me with one. Thanks again, sorry to trouble you. Best regards, Simon
Dave Swanson:
The Ducati is finished and runs like raped ape.
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