thanks to OJB I re-thought my seat plan and decided to take a stab at repairing what I had. As you can see I won't win any awards for welding but I did manage to make the pan solid. I patched the foam, (where there was some rodent damage) and I migged on some bend over clips to retain the new (Reproduction Decals) seat cover. I'm happy with the results and as she sits now I need a chain, mirrors and tires to complete the project.
Of course that only brings the bike to the state of safely rideable, running as well as I can possibly know until I'm actually out on the road and looking like a survivor, (not a restoration).
I'm sure running issues will crop up soon enough. But for now we are still firmly within winter's grip so road testing will wait.
Once again I need to thank this forum for all the help. I have searched numerous topics and found the help I needed. Most recently this included chasing stubborn air from my oil lines.
thanks everyone!
Relic
