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by SuperRat01
Tue Apr 09, 2019 12:14 am
Forum: HODAKA CHAT GROUP
Topic: Restoration 98 super rat
Replies: 30
Views: 4994

Re: Zinc phosphate plating

Man, I remember when I was putting my Super Rat back together I didn't care about anything else but working on my bike. It is exciting getting her back together. Mine sat in my garage from1981 until 2009 before I started the restoration. I can't wait to start my Road Toad. Keep posting pics of your ...
by SuperRat01
Fri Apr 05, 2019 1:16 am
Forum: HODAKA CHAT GROUP
Topic: Restoration 98 super rat
Replies: 30
Views: 4994

Re: Zinc phosphate plating

Your pipe looks like it's in excellent condition. Does this bike have low hours on it? Usually these down swept pipes are beat up or rusted beyond repair.
by SuperRat01
Thu Apr 04, 2019 12:45 pm
Forum: HODAKA CHAT GROUP
Topic: Restoration 98 super rat
Replies: 30
Views: 4994

Re: Zinc phosphate plating

Dang, the frame and your other parts look great! You are off to a great start. Is that powdercoat?
by SuperRat01
Fri Mar 29, 2019 11:15 am
Forum: HODAKA CHAT GROUP
Topic: Show us your tools
Replies: 31
Views: 6220

Re: Show us your tools

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I think that this may fall into the"You may be a Red neck" category, but it works...
by SuperRat01
Fri Mar 29, 2019 10:45 am
Forum: HODAKA CHAT GROUP
Topic: Restoration 98 super rat
Replies: 30
Views: 4994

Re: Zinc phosphate plating

I had it all done at "Synergy" in Titusville, Florida. The were very reasonable and did excellent job. I will have them do my Road Toad next. Good luck with your project. You will have to pics. I spent about 9 years off and on before I finally finished my Super Rat.
by SuperRat01
Thu Mar 28, 2019 6:44 am
Forum: HODAKA CHAT GROUP
Topic: Restoration 98 super rat
Replies: 30
Views: 4994

Re: Zinc phosphate plating

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pm. I had all the nuts, bolts and hardware on this Super Rat replated with zinc. They did an excellent job for me.
by SuperRat01
Sat Feb 23, 2019 6:56 am
Forum: HODAKA CHAT GROUP
Topic: My Hodaka Dirt Squirt
Replies: 12
Views: 1561

Re: My Hodaka Dirt Squirt

That picture is the only one of me on my Super Rat. Fortunately, I still have it and I restored it. It is my pride and joy. I will never part with it. I have had it since it was new in 1975. I'm a sentimental fool.
by SuperRat01
Fri Feb 22, 2019 8:52 pm
Forum: HODAKA CHAT GROUP
Topic: My Hodaka Dirt Squirt
Replies: 12
Views: 1561

Re: My Hodaka Dirt Squirt

Wow, those pics bring back memories. This is me on my Super Rat in 1977. I was also 13 years old.
by SuperRat01
Thu Feb 14, 2019 2:31 am
Forum: HODAKA CHAT GROUP
Topic: Picked this up today
Replies: 55
Views: 9592

Re: Picked this up today

Man I wished that lived out west. You guys always have Hodakas available to buy and for good prices. Here in Florida there is never anything, and on the rare chance that there is, they want a fortune. I always browse the internet but all the deals are always out west. You guys got it made.
by SuperRat01
Wed Jan 30, 2019 5:05 am
Forum: HODAKA CHAT GROUP
Topic: Hodakas at Mecum Auction
Replies: 9
Views: 1954

Re: Hodakas at Mecum Auction

You would probably come out cheaper buying one of these bikes already restored. I spent a small fortune restoring my Super Rat. Then again, it was worth every penny that I spent. I am happiest when I am working on my motorcycles.
Linc
by SuperRat01
Fri Jan 25, 2019 3:33 pm
Forum: HODAKA CHAT GROUP
Topic: Dirt Squirt twins are done
Replies: 3
Views: 946

Re: Dirt Squirt twins are done

Phenominal job! They look incredible. Linc
by SuperRat01
Fri Jan 25, 2019 2:58 pm
Forum: HODAKA CHAT GROUP
Topic: Vintage Motorcycle Show
Replies: 1
Views: 483

Vintage Motorcycle Show

Just letting everyone know that there is a huge vintage motorcycle show tomorrow in Dania Beach Florida. It starts at I think 9:00. Should be a good one if your in the area. There were Hodies there last year. Linc
by SuperRat01
Fri Jan 04, 2019 3:05 am
Forum: HODAKA CHAT GROUP
Topic: Green 1975 Road Toad Ready!!!
Replies: 49
Views: 7686

Re: Green 1975 Road Toad Ready!!!

Victor, that Toad looks great! I want to restore mine like that but my granddaughter won't quit riding it long enough for me to work on it. Linc
by SuperRat01
Thu Nov 15, 2018 3:25 am
Forum: HODAKA CHAT GROUP
Topic: Wiring Harness for Hodakas
Replies: 29
Views: 7106

Re: Wiring Harness for Hodakas

How much for a harness for a (99) RoadToad with blinkers?
by SuperRat01
Thu Sep 27, 2018 11:59 pm
Forum: HODAKA CHAT GROUP
Topic: Chain - .420 vs .428?
Replies: 34
Views: 9568

Re: Chain - .420 vs .428?

Matt, I should have stated my question better. I use o-ring chains on my street bikes and I am a huge fan. I love the fact that they do not sling grease all over the place and they last a lot longer. However, I have never put one on any of my dirt bikes. I was wondering if there are any issues with ...
by SuperRat01
Thu Sep 27, 2018 6:21 am
Forum: HODAKA CHAT GROUP
Topic: Chain - .420 vs .428?
Replies: 34
Views: 9568

Re: Chain - .420 vs .428?

I was considering replacing my old chain on my Road Toad as well. I am thinking about ordering an "o-ring" chain instead. Do any of y'all run this type of chain? Linc
by SuperRat01
Thu Sep 27, 2018 6:20 am
Forum: HODAKA CHAT GROUP
Topic: Chain - .420 vs .428?
Replies: 34
Views: 9568

Re: Chain - .420 vs .428?

I was considering replacing my old chain on my Road Toad as well. I am thinking about ordering an "o-ring" chain instead. Do any of y'all run this type of chain? Linc
by SuperRat01
Thu Aug 02, 2018 5:26 am
Forum: HODAKA CHAT GROUP
Topic: Passing it on
Replies: 2
Views: 759

Re: Passing it on

Wow, that looks like an amazing place to ride. The scenery is awesome. I do plan to come to Hodaka Days soon, but it is a long way from Florida. Both grandkids ride now so I am sure they would love it there. Is it tame enough for a 10 year old to ride?
by SuperRat01
Thu Aug 02, 2018 12:50 am
Forum: HODAKA CHAT GROUP
Topic: Passing it on
Replies: 2
Views: 759

Passing it on

I taught my 10 year old granddaughter to ride on my Road Toad. How many kids nowadays can say that they learned to ride on a Hodaka? She took right to it. She now calls the Road Toad "hers" and it certainly will be someday. She gets better each time she rides. Linc
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by SuperRat01
Tue Jul 17, 2018 10:44 pm
Forum: HODAKA CHAT GROUP
Topic: dealer manuals
Replies: 26
Views: 6743

Re: dealer manuals

Just curious, when and where was that famous "Windbreaker" picture taken? Also, this may be a dumb question, but what is that "Phoenix" patch about (Phoenix power for motorcycles)? Linc
by SuperRat01
Mon Jul 09, 2018 1:06 pm
Forum: HODAKA CHAT GROUP
Topic: Hate to be a downer
Replies: 29
Views: 4398

Re: Hate to be a downer

I have heard about Croom to for years although I have never been in the park. It is quite a ride from the east coast. I understand it is a good place to ride.
by SuperRat01
Sun Jul 08, 2018 5:50 am
Forum: HODAKA CHAT GROUP
Topic: Evel Knievel recors
Replies: 2
Views: 711

Evel Knievel recors

Just wanted remind everyone that tonight at eight o'clock eastern time Travis Pastrana will try to jump Ceasars palace and will attempt two other jumps if he is successful. He is trying to break three of Evel's records. He will attempt all of this on an Indian motorcycle that is set up similar to th...
by SuperRat01
Sun Jul 08, 2018 5:39 am
Forum: HODAKA CHAT GROUP
Topic: Hate to be a downer
Replies: 29
Views: 4398

Re: Hate to be a downer

Givergas, first off, I am jealous that you grew up riding in California. I worked in California three or four months out of the year for twenty years in Lancaster and I dreamed of riding there but never had the opportunity. As far as riding in a designated area such as a Nation Forest , that is a tw...
by SuperRat01
Sun Jul 08, 2018 12:55 am
Forum: HODAKA CHAT GROUP
Topic: Hate to be a downer
Replies: 29
Views: 4398

Re: Hate to be a downer

Yeah , it sucks living in an area where you can't even enjoy your dirt bikes. When my two girls still lived at home we always had four wheelers for them to ride, then it got to the point that every time we fired them up someone called the cops.I finally got rid of them, now there is no place to ride...
by SuperRat01
Fri Jul 06, 2018 10:48 am
Forum: HODAKA CHAT GROUP
Topic: The lights are on but nobody's home.
Replies: 7
Views: 1791

Re: The lighte are on but nobody's home.

Sometimes you just have to laugh at yourself...