Subject: RE: 1974 Eldo In My Sights
Author: John Chicoine
Date: Jul 26, 2005, 8:52 AM
Post ID: 1719209430
Dave:
One thing to keep in mind. If it's in very nice original condition
leave it alone. Repainting it will make it look prety, but it will no
longer be original. A slighly patina'd original bike is worth more in
my opinion than a redone show queen.
Since all the loops I've ever purchased were total, neglected wrecks
I've never had to make that decision, but wouldn't mess with a nice
stock bike if I were ever to come across one.
John C.
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From: David Swanson [mailto:w9-@hotmail.com]
Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2005 11:34 AM
To: Loopfram-@topica.com
Subject: Re: 1974 Eldo In My Sights
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Hi Tom, It's not pristine, but was properly stored, although for a long
time. Since I would replace the jugs and pistons on an Eldo that has
sat that long the stuck piston doesn't bother me. I am attracted to the
bike because it is so original and complete. But it would cost quite a
bit to retore it to a high level. I will try to get it down to 2k but I
think he will hold out for 2.5. Thanks Dave
| From: thomas halchuk <halc-@comcast.net> Reply-To: Loopfram-@topica.com To: Loopfram-@topica.com Subject: Re: 1974 Eldo In My Sights Date: Tue, 26 Jul 2005 13:56:54 +0000 Your free subscription is supported by today's sponsor: ------------------------------------------------------------------- Get $1000.00 Overnight! Fast and Easy! No Credit Checks! Many Lenders are 100% Paperless! Let The Wizard Find the right Lender for you! http://click.topica.com/caadHk8b1dfltbP4OIBa/911PaydayAdvance ------------------------------------------------------------------- DAve There aren't many out there. If everything else looks great it may be worth haggling. BUT if everything is marginal or worn out walk away. You can buy them complete for 4-5K if you are patient. When was the last time it ran? How did the piston get stuck? Is the paint pristine? Has it been sitting outside? Here is a rough breakdown of replacement costs: Pistons, rings jugs, gasket, head work $900-1000 tires 200+ cables? 25 each driveshaft knuckle? 100 rebuilt 200 new battery? front end work? 100-200 rear shocks? 100+ mufflers? 100-400 headers? 150 T -------------- Original message --------------
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