The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network







Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.

Go Back   The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network > General Forums > Alternate Tinkerings

Web 67-72chevytrucks.com


Reply
 
Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 01-06-2017, 12:35 AM   #26
DPowers
One foot in front of the other
 
DPowers's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2008
Location: Parrottsville, TN
Posts: 5,421
Re: Vintage Mini Bikes

I had one of those when I was a kid. Heald Heathkit Super Bronc. Came as a kit and my dad and I put it together. I believe I still have the front ski for it at my mom's in Ohio. Used to jump ground hog holes with it- until I broke my hand.... wow that brings back memories.
DPowers is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 01-06-2017, 12:55 AM   #27
midniteblues
Registered User
 
midniteblues's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: strausstown pa
Posts: 3,394
Re: Vintage Mini Bikes

Quote:
Originally Posted by DPowers View Post
I had one of those when I was a kid. Heald Heathkit Super Bronc. Came as a kit and my dad and I put it together. I believe I still have the front ski for it at my mom's in Ohio. Used to jump ground hog holes with it- until I broke my hand.... wow that brings back memories.

I heard these were real popular up in the north central states since they were made up there.

Heald made the chore helpers line up some of those were very neat.

Did the ski work ok?

That surely would make a cool addition too a vintage peice.
__________________
81 camaro 355 4/spd 342 posi my first love.
67 swb step 454/4spd ott 373 posi 4/7 drop.
2000 s10 zr2 little blue truck that never gets stuck.
'74 heald super bronc vt8. tecumseh powered moon rover.
midniteblues is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 01-06-2017, 11:23 AM   #28
DPowers
One foot in front of the other
 
DPowers's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2008
Location: Parrottsville, TN
Posts: 5,421
Re: Vintage Mini Bikes

It was alot of fun with that ski for sure. It is in Ohio and I am in TN, but next time I am up there- will see what I can do for you....
DPowers is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 01-10-2017, 12:08 PM   #29
demian5
Registered User
 
demian5's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2016
Location: Lake Forest, CA
Posts: 2,177
Re: Vintage Mini Bikes

I have a complete 1970 trail 70 in pieces a couple boxes in my garage.
__________________
"Work hard, use your vacation days."
1970 C15 GMC Long Bed
1986 C20 Scottsdale
1983 K2500 Sierra Classic Suburban 6.2
Instagram: C10sofOC
demian5 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 02-16-2017, 11:30 AM   #30
midniteblues
Registered User
 
midniteblues's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: strausstown pa
Posts: 3,394
Re: Vintage Mini Bikes

While out on a potential purchase of a 71 c10 from a cl listing, it turned out the truck was way too rough too salvage much of anything.
Touring the way overgrown farm and seeing what else was for sale.
I came across this little go cart.
I didnt say anything about it till the end.
Is that for sale?
Yep. Been sitting there for two or more years...it did run.
As the fella pulled the recoil too show the motor wasnt locked up and the rope stayed OUT.
Uh oh, so I pulled the clutch cover off and turned the crank..not stuck

Thinkin my little guys 11th b day was coming up and i have a spare hm80 here.
I struck a deal for $80.i got the cart and a decent box of needed and spare truck parts.

Cleaned the gas tank,carb,coil and flywheel.
And put a used recoil on it, we got it fired and running.
Carb throttle shaft holes are wore and leaks alot of air.

We have it in peices as we speak cleaning it up.
New used tires,and recoil new plug and air filter.
We have a new carb, throttle cable and a new comet clutch belt coming.

Still need a need a new seat cover with more padding in it roll bar padding,and a few small fixes.

The cool thing is this isn't a all original vintage peice so I'm not against modifying a few things on it.

The the little guy and I have future plans on doing some mini off roading once we are 100% satisfied it's reliable.

No not a vintage mini but carts fit right in that line up.
Attached Images
  
__________________
81 camaro 355 4/spd 342 posi my first love.
67 swb step 454/4spd ott 373 posi 4/7 drop.
2000 s10 zr2 little blue truck that never gets stuck.
'74 heald super bronc vt8. tecumseh powered moon rover.
midniteblues is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 02-16-2017, 02:12 PM   #31
DPowers
One foot in front of the other
 
DPowers's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2008
Location: Parrottsville, TN
Posts: 5,421
Re: Vintage Mini Bikes

Cool- going to be alot of memories there
DPowers is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 02-17-2017, 10:25 AM   #32
midniteblues
Registered User
 
midniteblues's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: strausstown pa
Posts: 3,394
Re: Vintage Mini Bikes

Quote:
Originally Posted by DPowers View Post
Cool- going to be alot of memories there
For sure.

He loves too ride the mini bike but I get nervous since he isn't too agile on it yet and that thing can flip him right off if he isn't carefull.
That's the last thing I need is mom patching him up and getting on my butt about it.

Mom approved the cart only cause it has a seat belt but she said it will need lights too.lol.....ok mom, I can do that.
__________________
81 camaro 355 4/spd 342 posi my first love.
67 swb step 454/4spd ott 373 posi 4/7 drop.
2000 s10 zr2 little blue truck that never gets stuck.
'74 heald super bronc vt8. tecumseh powered moon rover.
midniteblues is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 02-28-2017, 01:10 PM   #33
yote1234
Senior Member
 
yote1234's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: arizona
Posts: 4,260
Re: Vintage Mini Bikes

my 1968 z50 ko owned 30 years or more.
Attached Images
 
__________________
1971 K5 CST Blazer
1972 short super c10
1965 Chevelle Malibu 283
1968 Camaro 327
1968 Honda mini-trail z50a #377
1966 uh 1-D Huey
yote1234 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 12-18-2018, 09:58 AM   #34
midniteblues
Registered User
 
midniteblues's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: strausstown pa
Posts: 3,394
Re: Vintage Mini Bikes

Found another keeper on cl a while back.

This is a 71 Montgomery wards t555 terrain cycle.

I recall seeing these types of three wheelers around when i was younger but never got a chance to ride one.

I pulled the 8hp briggs flat head and have been fitting a ohv briggs 12 hp with a tav2.

Hoping to have it rideable before any serious snow comes.
My super bronc goes great in the snow but this should be loads more fun.
My boys little cart has been a hoot but it dont go in the snow well and now that he is bigger i think he will enjoy this more.
Attached Images
   
__________________
81 camaro 355 4/spd 342 posi my first love.
67 swb step 454/4spd ott 373 posi 4/7 drop.
2000 s10 zr2 little blue truck that never gets stuck.
'74 heald super bronc vt8. tecumseh powered moon rover.
midniteblues is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 12-18-2018, 11:52 AM   #35
yote1234
Senior Member
 
yote1234's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: arizona
Posts: 4,260
Re: Vintage Mini Bikes

Quote:
Originally Posted by yote1234 View Post
my 1968 z50 ko owned 30 years or more.
still own this one!
Attached Images
 
__________________
1971 K5 CST Blazer
1972 short super c10
1965 Chevelle Malibu 283
1968 Camaro 327
1968 Honda mini-trail z50a #377
1966 uh 1-D Huey
yote1234 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 12-19-2018, 12:20 AM   #36
jjzepplin
Registered User
 
jjzepplin's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Ruskin Florida
Posts: 4,538
Re: Vintage Mini Bikes

Quote:
Originally Posted by midniteblues View Post
Found another keeper on cl a while back.

This is a 71 Montgomery wards t555 terrain cycle.

I recall seeing these types of three wheelers around when i was younger but never got a chance to ride one.

I pulled the 8hp briggs flat head and have been fitting a ohv briggs 12 hp with a tav2.

Hoping to have it rideable before any serious snow comes.
My super bronc goes great in the snow but this should be loads more fun.
My boys little cart has been a hoot but it dont go in the snow well and now that he is bigger i think he will enjoy this more.
Wow that looks like good ole fashion fun!
__________________
70 swb 4x4 406sbc 700r4 203/205 d60/14blt locker yadda yadda http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...88#post6935688 Yeller
72 Blazer 2wd conversion project "No Daggum Money" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=550804 LS1-T56 3.73 LSD super budget build
Blanco-2014 Sierra SWB https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=810350
jjzepplin is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 12-19-2018, 04:12 PM   #37
KShortell
Registered User
 
KShortell's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2003
Location: Chesapeake, VA
Posts: 722
Re: Vintage Mini Bikes

Not exactly vintage, but out of production like all the 2-stroke versions. My stepson mowed lawns, etc. and saved up to buy this X1 mini bike project, a.k.a. a "pocket rocket". I've helped him fix it up with a new exhaust pipe flange, pull starter, and even a new cylinder with piston. It's not been much money-wise and it has been a good bonding experience. As he's getting too tall for it (his father is 6'6"!), he does stand to turn a slight profit someday if he ever sells.
Attached Images
 
__________________
Semper Paratus
KShortell is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 12-21-2018, 02:08 PM   #38
midniteblues
Registered User
 
midniteblues's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: strausstown pa
Posts: 3,394
Re: Vintage Mini Bikes

Quote:
Originally Posted by yote1234 View Post
still own this one!

Thats so cool that some have the ability to hang on to items like you did.

Whats really amazing is the value the old hondas keep.

I grew up on a 70cc 1971 honda sl.

How i wish i still had that one even though i tend to stay away from the metrics anymore.
__________________
81 camaro 355 4/spd 342 posi my first love.
67 swb step 454/4spd ott 373 posi 4/7 drop.
2000 s10 zr2 little blue truck that never gets stuck.
'74 heald super bronc vt8. tecumseh powered moon rover.
midniteblues is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 12-21-2018, 02:20 PM   #39
midniteblues
Registered User
 
midniteblues's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: strausstown pa
Posts: 3,394
Re: Vintage Mini Bikes

Quote:
Originally Posted by jjzepplin View Post
Wow that looks like good ole fashion fun!

Thats was my thought too when i first saw this trike on cl.


I had a regular three wheeler for a bit when i was younger and quickly learned it wasnt for me.

This thing fits my wants better.
As its not to loud, fast or obnoxious for a putt around the neighborhood when i want.
__________________
81 camaro 355 4/spd 342 posi my first love.
67 swb step 454/4spd ott 373 posi 4/7 drop.
2000 s10 zr2 little blue truck that never gets stuck.
'74 heald super bronc vt8. tecumseh powered moon rover.
midniteblues is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 12-21-2018, 02:46 PM   #40
kazoocruiser
Registered User
 
Join Date: Aug 2018
Location: Bronx, NY
Posts: 215
Re: Vintage Mini Bikes

Quote:
Originally Posted by midniteblues View Post
Found another keeper on cl a while back.

This is a 71 Montgomery wards t555 terrain cycle.

I recall seeing these types of three wheelers around when i was younger but never got a chance to ride one.
Honda used to manufacture a three-wheel ATV until they got sued over the tip-over problem on tricycles when they are running at speed. When you turn the front wheel, it drives out the center of gravity and the things high side and slingshot the rider.

You might have discovered that had you ridden one way back when.

Warn your riders before your wife has to deal with a broken kid.
kazoocruiser is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 12-21-2018, 04:53 PM   #41
midniteblues
Registered User
 
midniteblues's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: strausstown pa
Posts: 3,394
Re: Vintage Mini Bikes

Quote:
Originally Posted by KShortell View Post
Not exactly vintage, but out of production like all the 2-stroke versions. My stepson mowed lawns, etc. and saved up to buy this X1 mini bike project, a.k.a. a "pocket rocket". I've helped him fix it up with a new exhaust pipe flange, pull starter, and even a new cylinder with piston. It's not been much money-wise and it has been a good bonding experience. As he's getting too tall for it (his father is 6'6"!), he does stand to turn a slight profit someday if he ever sells.

Any project with your kids is a worthwhile experience.

Those little rockets can be fun.

I peiced one of them back together for the neighbor boys after their family had tried and failed a few times.
They were so happy they could finally ride it before they were all to big for it.
then in return they gave me a 2 stroke viza scooter.

I peiced and restored that for all the kids to ride.
They all learned to rip that around then afterwards when it sat i
sold it for a decent profit and bought this trike.

I am just about finished with another mini ninja for a friends kid. he will have it back for Christmas.

I also have a super mini moto (a cag)to build with my grandson thats waiting up on a shelf.

Mini's and carts grab kids attention.
They are short quick projects that keep them intrested for a little while and i havent had a problem offing them once they are done with them and they dont take up too much space.

I found the easiest selling ones are the rupps, parts are everywhere easy to build and the old guys buy them up.

There some valuable ones out there too.

I enjoy playing with them more than i ever did with the real bikes.
__________________
81 camaro 355 4/spd 342 posi my first love.
67 swb step 454/4spd ott 373 posi 4/7 drop.
2000 s10 zr2 little blue truck that never gets stuck.
'74 heald super bronc vt8. tecumseh powered moon rover.
midniteblues is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 12-21-2018, 06:09 PM   #42
Cali72K20
Senior Member
 
Cali72K20's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: Northern Santa Barbara County, California
Posts: 2,673
Re: Vintage Mini Bikes

1969 and 1970 Powell Challengers, full suspension mini bikes made in Compton, CA.

They made trucks too, from recycled Plymouth frames.

http://throwinwrenches.blogspot.com/...srear-end.html

Not my truck but I wish it was:

Very Rare 1956 Powell Pickup - $13000

https://losangeles.craigslist.org/la...758178895.html
Attached Images
  
Cali72K20 is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply

Bookmarks

Thread Tools
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off

Forum Jump


All times are GMT -4. The time now is 01:31 PM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions Inc.
Copyright 1997-2022 67-72chevytrucks.com