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Lee Thornton

Suzy B Restoration

Purchased on February 19th 2023 after a 386 mile round trip!! Although I did treat Mrs T to a bag of chips and a walk on the beach.

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February 21st 2023

Suzy B has been stripped

In Shed

!st day on the Bench

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Wheels to be refurbed & forks need a good polish

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3 hours in and already making good progress

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Engine ready for rebuild

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Cleaning up the frame

Engine Rebuild
March 15th 2023

Engine completely stripped. All new bearings and seals. The casing Head and Barrell have been vapor blasted. The Casings have all been repainted. New stainless screws in place where needed. Engine rebuilds now available. £400 + Parts

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Bits and Bobs
March 17th 2023

Now starting to collect refurbed parts ready to rebuild

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March 23rd 2023

Starting to test fit parts

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Front Wheel Fitted

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First fitting of newly polished yokes

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Tank now painted

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And it fits

April 13th 2023

Starting final build

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April 23rd 2023

Out in the Sunshine

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May 9th 2023

Suzy B is finished

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Complete with Beamish Owners Club Sticker

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