Drivetrain rebuild (Schwinn)
02-06-06, 01:06 PM
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Drivetrain rebuild (Schwinn)
I just acquired an 87 Schwinn Super Sport along with a box of parts that go with it. The rear wheel has been converted for fixie use. What I need to know is, how many gears did this bike have when it was new? Freehub or Freewheel(my guess because of the threaded "neck")? Rear spacing is 126. And what are my options gear wise (6,7,8,9 speed etc..) with friction shifting or with index shifting (original shifters are Shimano 600).
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02-06-06, 02:20 PM
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Answers to many compatability questions can be found on this site.
7 speed freewheels are available... yours probably came with 5 or 6.
Someone with real knowledge will be by shortly to be specific.
Answers to many compatability questions can be found on this site.
7 speed freewheels are available... yours probably came with 5 or 6.
Someone with real knowledge will be by shortly to be specific.
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02-06-06, 03:43 PM
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The 126mm spacing suggests a 6-speed screw-on freewheel, but you may be able to substitute a 7-speed unit, which officially requires 128mm. Stick with friction shifting, as indexing will restrict your options considerably.
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Capo: 1959 Modell Campagnolo, S/N 40324; 1960 Sieger (2), S/N 42624, 42597
Carlton: 1962 Franco Suisse, S/N K7911
Peugeot: 1970 UO-8, S/N 0010468
Bianchi: 1982 Campione d'Italia, S/N 1.M9914
Schwinn: 1988 Project KOM-10, S/N F804069
"Far and away the best prize that life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." --Theodore Roosevelt
Capo: 1959 Modell Campagnolo, S/N 40324; 1960 Sieger (2), S/N 42624, 42597
Carlton: 1962 Franco Suisse, S/N K7911
Peugeot: 1970 UO-8, S/N 0010468
Bianchi: 1982 Campione d'Italia, S/N 1.M9914
Schwinn: 1988 Project KOM-10, S/N F804069
