Originally Posted by
VintageRide
I have to admit to sticking a Cyclo lever on there with some folded tape, just for effect and repachage is correct on his assumption that I have a Simpex lever with clamping band going on for now, but I am most likely going to have a friend take weld the broken piece of the boss using a wire welder. We have a plan for taking away the localized heat that will be generated. By the way Big Block, I would love to see your bikes!
I would really really think about TIG welding... So much so as I would look for a thrashed UO8 frame as a test unit to evaluate the process and probability of success. The bike is coming together so well. I would look for a small diameter steel rivnut even, and build up or machine an adapter to get you what you need for the lever.