Unimat DB200 Restoration
In March, 2024, I flew to California to help an elderly cousin. While cleaning the garage, I stumbled upon an old Unimat lathe in a wooden box. I had no …
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New Cedar Planks for the Paddleboat
The old paddleboat seat has been replaced
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Built a 1975-era Computer (sort of)
In late 1974 I was fortunate enough to get some experience using an HP-2000F minicomputer with a teletype terminal in my school. Compared to using a computer today, the teletype …
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On the Road Again: Royce Union Project Bike
It’s nice when projects come together like you want them to. After receiving a few deliveries of parts and a special tool, the Royce Union DTX 650 mountain bike is …
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New Project: Old 21-speed Royce Union Bicycle
An abandoned bicycle has become my latest project
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ATC 90 Running Strong
After a few months of work, the ol’ ATC 90 is back in action. This was not a restoration, but rather a series of long-overdue repairs needed to get it …
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ATC 90 Engine Work
The ATC 90 engine work continued today, focusing on the head. I took the carbon-caked valves to the wire wheel, which made easy work of removing the carbon. While the …
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The ATC 90 Gets Some Attention
For 4 decades, our Honda ATC 90 has loyally served the family, providing 4 season fun and utility for all ages. For the past few years, however, it’s grown harder …
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1966 Honda CL77 Scrambler – Wheels Laced, Trued, and Engine Side Covers Painted
Embarrassingly, it’s been more than 2 years since I’ve posted an update on the 1966 Honda CL77 project. Since May 2018, we moved to a new home and we’ve been …
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Horst Waterbike Restoration
Earlier in the year, my coworker John told me about a small abandoned boat on his wooded property. He had recently moved to the house and discovered the boat during …
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