Been forty forevers since I posted here, too. Been dealing with too many health issues the last few years. End of organ recital right now.

Looks good so far Dan, the clean up and polish really are going nicely. This really hit home when I saw what you are rebuilding/ rehabbing, must be something in the air causing “around town” stirrings. I’ll be interested to see the frame set cleaned and polished up, should be a great looking ride.

I agree with the Sun Tour components for your drive train. I went this route on the ‘71 Schwinn Super Sport I’m building right now. Kept the Ashtabula crank, and Schwinn rings with the correct protector. But, I am using Sun Tour derailleurs front and rear. Managed to find a front with the 1-1/8” dia. clamp band, using a VGT long cage on the rear.

Keep on updating as you proceed with the build, please!

Bill