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California Sidecar Parts

SidecarMike · 2011-01-12T21:23:59Z

There are frequently inquiries from people looking for parts for California sidecars. As we know, the company is not usually very helpful. As such, I have decided to start my own list of replacement parts.So far, we have determined that the taillight for the Friendship 3 is from a 1986-91 Accura IntegraThe front lens for the same model is from a 1886-1991 Volvo 480ESThe electric lift actuator is a Warner D12-20B5-04, also known as an Thomson Electrak 10 , 1000lb capacity, 4 inch stroke. This also works on the Friendship 2SE.The Friendship 2 SE and 3 share a common frame. Actually two common frames, a large one for the Goldwing and and a small one for everything else. Dauntless, at www.mysidecar.com sells the pieces to increase the smaller frame to the dimensions needed for the Goldwing. Here is a shot of the frame with the extension welded in place. Mine requires a four bolt rim with a 65 mm center hole and 100mm bolt pattern. Honda Civic-1980 to 1996? Not sure about the center hole or offset.I have a Brembo brake caliper, but have not yet come up with a number for the shock, caliper, rotor, or pads. While mine is apart, I'll try to get numbers for these and for all the bearings. Thanks in advance, for any part numbers or interchanges you may have.Don't limit it to my Friendship 3, but to all Californias. If anyone has come up with lenses for the old Cal 1, there are a number of people interested.Check back often, I will edit this post as I get more information.The seat belts are generic lap belts with soft pliable fabric, a black buckle, and a red button labeled PRESS. They are much like an old Pontiac or Mustang had. The ones in my car are labeled, Beams Industries Inc. OKC USA Model 1201

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jaydmc

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We also stock the pads for the older F04 calipars. We just can not get the calipars or rebuild kits any longer.
Jay G
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Posted : March 26, 2013 4:56 am

billy_bob169

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Anyone know where I can find a latch for a friendship III? I managed to break the inside latch when closing the sidecar this weekend when I didn't notice it was flipped inward : I can run just the outer one to keep the lid closed, but would be nice to find a replacement...

Posted : May 2, 2013 6:57 am

billy_bob169

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I found a SS one for $60 : http://www.thethingshop.com/prodinfo.asp?number=181871383-5ST

Posted : May 2, 2013 7:02 am

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Tire suggestion for Canadians... in a Gold Wing forum I read some good advice regarding checking date codes on tires. Checked the tire on my CSC Friendship II and discovered that it was 17 years old! Obviously not a lot of miles put on my sidecar since new, as there was still lots of tread depth remaining. I found a MotoMaster AW 155/80R13 at Canadian Tire for only $38 - it seems to fit well enough (no rubbing), and I have my height adjust linear actuator set at only 25%, so the tub sits pretty low over the wheel/tire. Cheap Tire, and replacements available at Cdn Tire stores coast to coast.

Posted : June 16, 2013 10:55 am

SidecarMike

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Well, CSC is holding true to form.

They pick some of the oddest interchange parts.

I lost a lug nut and played hell finding one to fit. It's a standard 1/2-20 thread, but extends through the rim. Finally came up with a match...Wouldn't you know? A 1980 AMC Eagle!

Dorman number 711-208

Posted : June 23, 2013 8:31 am

SIDECARRICH

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Thank you for the FSIII drawing, I'm putting a hitch light cable on today and this will help!

Posted : March 18, 2016 5:38 am

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