Re: 1930 Elto Senior Speedster paint scheme

[Buccaneer]

quote PM T2:

The casting that bolts to the lower unit is supposed to be black, as is the tiller arm.

If I understand, when together, you’d only see the black edge of the casting where it bolts
to the power head, and the swivel tube shell that clamps around it would be silver?

quote :

All other motor parts, including the cylinder, were painted dull aluminum, or silver, if you will.

By saying "motor parts", are you including the lower unit?

There was no hint of black on the tiller that that I could see when sandblasting,
unless you’re talking about the four inch metal pipe sticking out of the end.
It was all rusty, and I had to destroy it to get it out of the tiller handle.

Did they have rubber grips on the tillers back in 1930? Seen photos of other’s
with them, but not sure if original.

I know the slot in the tiller handle was mentioned in someone’s Speedster thread,
but what was it for again, and any photos of it installed?

Much appreciated.

Prepare to be boarded!