While I am working on the 1911 Excelsior to prepare for the 2020 Cannonball Run, I am also preparing the 1947 H-D WL for the Chase event this September. 
Staring at the front of the bike and replacing front tire, as well as clean wheel bearings and re-grease. 
Will be checking all spokes and make sure rum is true and has correct offset.
Neck bearings, and fork rockers will be next to service.
All good!
Time to get the Thor hub fitted. I was able to obtain two new hub/brake units. It will be reassuring to have a back up. 
So the rear wheel assembly was removed to be sent off to Buchanan’s for spokes. 
Once the new spokes come back I can finalize the wheel and install back in the frame. Will need to modify a few things to ensure the Thor hub anchor arm is fitted securely.
Slow and steady.
Will have ready to ride this summer.
Next step is to remove engine and disassemble to assess condition of all internals.
Later,,,
Spent some time today fitting up a Thor brake hub to frame. Next will be to build a new rear wheel on a clincher rim. Getting ready for 2020. 
https://thunderpress.net/editorial/free-range-the-cross-country-chase-challenge/2019/03/06.htm
Proud to be a rider in this event.
I am happy to announce I will be competing in a new event this September. It is called the Cross Country Chase put on by Jason and Lee Ann Simms (of the Cannonball fame).
More information here: https://www.facebook.com/themotorcyclechase/ and http://www.motorcyclecannonball.com
I will be riding my 1947 WL 45 cubic inch three-speed.
THANKS Felicia Morgan for a great article.
https://thunderpress.net/editorial/columnists/cannonball-characters-9-chris-tribbey/2019/01/06.htm
The 2020 Cannonball route has been announced. 
No dates yet. This looks like a great route. I’ll be preparing the same 1911 Excelsior single for another ride!
Hope to see you.
Cannonball, Chase, 1911 Excelsior, 1923 Harley J tales 