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The Paint!

Part of 1978 R100/7 Side Car

Tank and side panel are at my buddy Steve's. He has begun work. Repairing some cracks in the fiberglass. Turns out there was some major repairs done to the tank before. Previous owner likely didn’t know as he was pretty on the level on everything else, but also, risk you take buying old bikes. Fortunately Steve is realy good at this, and it’s gonna look great!

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Old paint repair from previous owner (He totally disclosed that when I was talking to him about the bike). This was made worse by a missing gas lid seal and gas would slosh out when the tank was full. Tank seal has been fixed.

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Badge WAS in good condition when I got it, but see previous caption on why it's so sad right now. New badges have been ordered.

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Rear Fender. Some wear from the seat.

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Turns out the tank has had major repairs once before…

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Big ol’dent!

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Steve is really good.

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