Originally Posted by
andr0id
Hard coating? 1986 Schwinn? Not a chance.
If the cups aren't pitted (doesn't look pitted in your photo ) just put in new balls and roll on.
Usually the spindle will pit first and need replacing long before cups.
+1. Schwinn rarely used hard coatings on bikes of this vintage and your cups do not seem to be shot, although pictures may be deceiving! As long as the spindle looks good, and a light steel wool polish is applied, you should be ready to put on plenty of satisfying miles!
