Ross Restoration and Rebuild
03-01-11, 05:53 PM
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You will need one of these adapters to mount a standard cup/cartridge BB:
https://cgi.ebay.com/MRP-BMX-Bottom-B...item2eb396332a
https://cgi.ebay.com/MRP-BMX-Bottom-B...item2eb396332a
03-01-11, 10:31 PM
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You will need one of these adapters to mount a standard cup/cartridge BB:
https://cgi.ebay.com/MRP-BMX-Bottom-B...item2eb396332a
https://cgi.ebay.com/MRP-BMX-Bottom-B...item2eb396332a
This is the kind of help I like. So,,, is my ROSS a stander size BB? Because I don't notice a size given in the E-bay add. Or is it universal?
I'm one to do my own research, but starting from such a low understanding of the mechanics and verbiage of cycles, a jump start helps. TNX
03-02-11, 03:28 PM
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The Ross's bottom bracket is sized for "Ashtabula" 1-piece cranks. https://www.sheldonbrown.com/opc.html
BMX bikes mostly used such a BB as well.
It's considered one of the established standard sizes.
Most higher end bikes use a smaller, threaded bottom bracket shell. There are several standardized dimensions and threadings. But the surviving ones are English 68mm (BSC) and Italian 70mm (BSA).
The adapter I posted will allow you to install an English BB; which is basically all current Asian manufactured products unless noted for Italian threading.
The Sheldon Brown site I posted is a great start for anyone. Lot's of useful info on bike mechanics, info, history, etc.
BMX bikes mostly used such a BB as well.
It's considered one of the established standard sizes.
Most higher end bikes use a smaller, threaded bottom bracket shell. There are several standardized dimensions and threadings. But the surviving ones are English 68mm (BSC) and Italian 70mm (BSA).
The adapter I posted will allow you to install an English BB; which is basically all current Asian manufactured products unless noted for Italian threading.
The Sheldon Brown site I posted is a great start for anyone. Lot's of useful info on bike mechanics, info, history, etc.
03-02-11, 06:42 PM
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Thanks for the info above WNG. I will be ordering that soon.
Today I got my friend to do my lettering and a cute seat post badge today. All I need now is air brush some nicks my cat put in it after he knocked it over the other night then clear coat & polish.
Today I got my friend to do my lettering and a cute seat post badge today. All I need now is air brush some nicks my cat put in it after he knocked it over the other night then clear coat & polish.
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03-02-11, 08:33 PM
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Added some shots in early mock-up..... It looks good I think 
03-02-11, 08:52 PM
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It's coming along nicely. And it's one-of-a-kind!
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03-02-11, 09:42 PM
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It just gets cooler, I think, as you go. I think it screams for some sort of "classic" handlebars... not drops, but the upright, swept back kind that work on diamond frame road bikes. Someone here will know what I mean.
03-03-11, 07:54 PM
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Thanks folks! raider55 This is the link to the lady that did mine. https://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/pages/Hickey-Hill-Crafts-and-Gifts/166267116757103
Otherwise most any vinyl lettering shop could make them if you set down with them and decide on a colour and font.
Otherwise most any vinyl lettering shop could make them if you set down with them and decide on a colour and font.
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Not at all too loud, Spookeay Bird. I think it's tasteful.
raider55, that's the coolest Ross I've ever seen. I worked on all sorts of Rosses, but that one is one I'd even like owning.
raider55, that's the coolest Ross I've ever seen. I worked on all sorts of Rosses, but that one is one I'd even like owning.
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03-05-11, 09:18 PM
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Thanks Noglider
Letting her try her fenders back on.....
If I am lucky, I will clear it in the morning and begin polishing chrome and aluminum parts.
Letting her try her fenders back on.....
If I am lucky, I will clear it in the morning and begin polishing chrome and aluminum parts.
03-05-11, 10:41 PM
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If your serious, I could.
But I am new to bikes. Been restoring boats for 30 years now.
Bikes so tend to be much easier than boats.
Some story's about me & my work.
https://lakemartinvoice.com/2010/11/0...t-restoration/
https://www.fiberglassics.com/latest/...eather-babecki
But I am new to bikes. Been restoring boats for 30 years now.
Bikes so tend to be much easier than boats.
Some story's about me & my work.
https://lakemartinvoice.com/2010/11/0...t-restoration/
https://www.fiberglassics.com/latest/...eather-babecki
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I like very few bikes (mostly because I only like road bikes with slim saddles), but that's a seriously cool machine (other than the saddle).
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All I can say is Wow. There was a discussion recently on CR about restoring bike boom bikes. I think any bike is worth a restoration no matter the value if it makes someone else happy in the end. I think your father is going to be thrilled with it. I think you could get that bike under hernia levels with no problems. The wheels could be upgraded to even a nicer aluminum 27" wheelset and drop a few lbs. The cranks you seem to already have figured out with the adapter that I was going to suggest also.
03-13-11, 03:51 PM
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Well just a short update. I managed to get some time to my self this weekend and have the ROSS clear coated. That's about it for frame. now to start putting it all back together.
03-13-11, 07:52 PM
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Well put a fork in this one. It's done. I have a crank and new wheel set ordered but all in all I give you a 1977 Ross.
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It looks fantastic!!!
Like snarkypup said, it screams for "north road" bars- but even as it is- it looks terriffic!
Like snarkypup said, it screams for "north road" bars- but even as it is- it looks terriffic!
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The last pic with the boat in the background is just too cool!
Great job! Very inspiring.
Great job! Very inspiring.
03-15-11, 05:17 PM
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