Series B Oil Cap

[Marathonpaul]

Hi Phil,

Nice Rapide! It looks to be about the same vintage as my late 48. It looks like you are working toward all original, but the VOC spares company has them in stock. Also I see that Michael Breeding has plans to make them, though that may not have happened yet. His should be very close to original, judging from what I have gotten from his shop so far.

Ron

Michael had an un-machined prototype he showed at the Maggie Valley meet. I think he said his target completion was in 6 months

Paul

 

[ClassicBiker]

Correct, but am I right in thinking painted rims were 1952 ish? Sorry Phil being picky and maybe wrong?

You are correct. Chromium and nickel shortage due to the Korean conflict resulted in painted rims and on lesser makes a reduction on shiny bits as well.
Steven