Finally getting back to Invader refurb. Bought a '79 from a buddy of mine who had been trying forever to get it to run. First thing I did was check the crank seals, and they were literally hanging in shreds. Some fresh pistons & rings, and the motor was ready to go. Well, that was more than 15 years ago, and then other projects came along and it got pushed to the back burner.
A couple of years ago I picked up an '81 invader with the intention of using it for parts, but when I got it home and cleaned it up and took a good look at it, I realized that it wasn't in that bad shape. More importantly, it was 100% complete except for a windshield. So, I told my 13 year old son that it could be his if he works on it, and he's quite excited about the project.