A photo of the original 1910 Maldwyn Jones Merkel is projected on the wall. We used an original set of front forks to determine the size of the frame and gas tank.
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Engine case being used to determine scale.
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Marking template with known sizes.
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Exact measurements were traced onto background of frame stencil.
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Measurements and angles shown at full scale.
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Frame tubing being formed (bent) to template size.
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Forming of frame now complete. Fitting and welding can now begin.
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Welded frame with pedal crank, engine, and front forks.
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Stainless steel panels being fabricated from cardboard templates for gas tank.
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Finished stainless steel tank mounted to frame. (note handle bars)
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