Thanks for the link. I'll put it in my file as lighting is always an issue for me as I work 2nd shift. Have been toying w/t idea of going IG for a while now. Everything I read about the Nexus is positive...flat changes...minimal probs, low maintenance, etc. And your lighting system...wow! Mine's ok, I'm not unhappy, but mine looks like a Cateye Opticube Sport compared w/yours. And for about the same money, too.

My main commuter has 50+40x26-12 9sp Sora/Tiagra comps, rack and Jandd saddlebags. #2 is an old c'dale SR300 w/48x28-12, 8 sp bar-end. #3 is a Fuji Del-Rey singlespeed rb w/46x16 gearing. I've got a seatpost rack and Sunlite trunk I swap between the 2 bikes. That's why I like the Swagman trunk. Seems solid and WP. Also, SKS Raceblades go between all 3. SMPs on all 3. Seriously considering an ig conversion on an old Concord that's recently come into my possession. The geometry is very similar to your Schwinn. It's a touring frame as evidenced by the 3d set of wb braze ons on the dt. It's to be set up for my wife which is why your post piqued my interest.

I'd do the work as I'm a wheelbuilder and while not an 'ace' mechanic I know one who is and we swap parts and ideas all the time. I'll point him to this post. Thanks for your kind reply.