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  1. Torisco

    Restoration Thread for M32 w/sidecar WW2 AAF Flight Line untility vehicle

    I had to get used to the way it turns. At first I cornered in a jerky fashion and felt uncomfortable leaning to far into the turn. But after a couple of tries it rides really good. The steering responds to any small movement of the handle bars. Of course the top speed is low. The tires are super...
  2. Torisco

    Restoration Thread for M32 w/sidecar WW2 AAF Flight Line untility vehicle

    I had the carburetor settings all wrong on the first ride and the scooter would not go past 5 MPH. I thought there may be something really wrong and got worried. I got out the TM 1099 and found out how badly I had set up the carburetor. After MAJOR changes to the carburetor settings and...
  3. Torisco

    Restoration Thread for M32 w/sidecar WW2 AAF Flight Line untility vehicle

    Still have a lot to do with the sidecar build from scratch. I was a bit worried when I first saw the mess I had purchased. I am sure glad It turned out O.K. to this point.
  4. Torisco

    Restoration Thread for M32 w/sidecar WW2 AAF Flight Line untility vehicle

    Getting to the end of the scooter portion of this build Had to re-route the wiring and make a homemade dash plate to cover the light switch in the forward body well. Also ran wire mold inside the forward body well to hide the wiring from the switch and headlight. To install the seat I had...
  5. Torisco

    Restoration Thread for M32 w/sidecar WW2 AAF Flight Line untility vehicle

    Pic's continued Last of this batch of pictures.
  6. Torisco

    Restoration Thread for M32 w/sidecar WW2 AAF Flight Line untility vehicle

    Finally getting near to body install Time to see if body fits over engine and all the accessories. Alas, the body does not fit. To correct the fitting problem I had to first redo the automatic clutch assembly so that the two thrust bushings were placed on the other side of the clutch...
  7. Torisco

    Restoration Thread for M32 w/sidecar WW2 AAF Flight Line untility vehicle

    Thanks for your support. This little restore is a lot of fun although the model 30 series like this one is getting almost impossible to get parts for. Thanks again.
  8. Torisco

    Restoration Thread for M32 w/sidecar WW2 AAF Flight Line untility vehicle

    Started the bike up for the first time Reassembled automatic clutch so I could cut the drive chain to length and adjust and install the chain. Then the kill swith as installed onto the magneto cover. Next came the muffler…which did not fit. It needed to have the manifold end cut off and a...
  9. Torisco

    Restoration Thread for M32 w/sidecar WW2 AAF Flight Line untility vehicle

    Mounting the engine and some accessories I mounted the engine to the frame and also installed the throttle cable (not connected) from the handle bars to the carb. mounting bracket. Began the final inspection of the rebuilt engine (so I am told), Checked the plug gap fuel tank bolt torques...
  10. Torisco

    Restoration Thread for M32 w/sidecar WW2 AAF Flight Line untility vehicle

    I am sorry to have to correct you, MWMULES...but the Russian built copy of the Razor scooter was taken from the Model "32 3/4" version that was used by the W.A.C.s from 1942 thru 1945 that had all pink markings.
  11. Torisco

    WWII Tri-Axle Dodge?

    WWII 1943 WC62 1.5 ton utility truck Here are some more pictures of the Dodge 1943 WWII WC62 1.5 ton utility weapons carrier truck.
  12. Torisco

    Restoration Thread for M32 w/sidecar WW2 AAF Flight Line untility vehicle

    I did not think anyone would notice the "Push Version Variant". Nice job Ahab. This would be the Model "32 1/2" Push series recommended for use on flat or downhill grades. You are required to make a "vroom vroom" sound to alert others around you while operating this vehicle.
  13. Torisco

    Restoration Thread for M32 w/sidecar WW2 AAF Flight Line untility vehicle

    Bike assembly pictures continued more pictures:
  14. Torisco

    Restoration Thread for M32 w/sidecar WW2 AAF Flight Line untility vehicle

    Finished up the frame and began assembly of the main scooter (continued) Pictures continued:
  15. Torisco

    Restoration Thread for M32 w/sidecar WW2 AAF Flight Line untility vehicle

    Finished up the frame and began assembly of the main scooter Had to plug a hole in the frame floor board and glue on a starter pedal foot pad. I got the brake backing plate bracket back and started the assembly of the main bike and all its accessories. Also installing the under frame...
  16. Torisco

    Restoration Thread for M32 w/sidecar WW2 AAF Flight Line untility vehicle

    Finish Main Frame and Begin assembly Finished the main frame and will now assemble the forks, front fender, brake pedal, rear suspension. The rear tire and axle assembly had to be removed from the rear suspension when I discovered a crack in the brake backing plate bar. It went to the machine...
  17. Torisco

    New Member from Oregon/ Just Bought M923A2 First Ever, Advice?

    Using Hwy 395 Hwy 395 is a great route. If you use 395 and are within reach of Bishop, California you can call me for any assistance you need in the event of trouble. Or, stop by for a rest on the way back to Oregon. PM me if you want my contact information for your trip.
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