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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-24-19, 07:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,762
Posted By rustjunkie

frame is 1938 and later, fender braces appear to...

frame is 1938 and later, fender braces appear to be new as used on columbia reproductions, saddle is funky.
Forum: Beach Cruisers
05-15-15, 01:23 PM
Replies: 1,487
Views: 531,865
Posted By rustjunkie

I think it's a Cruiser Deluxe, ~1995

I think it's a Cruiser Deluxe, ~1995
Forum: Beach Cruisers
01-23-15, 07:10 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 109,207
Posted By rustjunkie

I like 28 spoke Mavic or Campagnolo rims spoked...

I like 28 spoke Mavic or Campagnolo rims spoked into a good coaster or Sachs 2spd with a cartridge bearing up front. Continental or Schwalbe for tires suits me.
Forum: Beach Cruisers
11-11-13, 07:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,441
Posted By rustjunkie

Let's see it! :thumb:

Let's see it! :thumb:
Forum: Beach Cruisers
11-08-13, 08:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,099
Posted By rustjunkie

Almost agree: ...

Almost agree:

http://www.timesofplenty.com/112013/DSCF3413.JPG
Forum: Beach Cruisers
11-08-13, 08:30 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,099
Posted By rustjunkie

hehe! well, it's old at least :)

hehe! well, it's old at least :)
Forum: Beach Cruisers
11-07-13, 07:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,099
Posted By rustjunkie

Thanks everyone! 1935 (only year for these...

Thanks everyone!
1935 (only year for these lugs) Monark Silver King, Wards Hawthorne badged.
Forum: Beach Cruisers
11-07-13, 11:41 AM
Replies: 1,487
Views: 531,865
Posted By rustjunkie

Nice work!

Nice work!
Forum: Beach Cruisers
11-07-13, 09:55 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,738
Posted By rustjunkie

Looks good, think I'll try one :thumb:

Looks good, think I'll try one :thumb:
Forum: Beach Cruisers
11-07-13, 09:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,099
Posted By rustjunkie

Old cruiser re-work just finished

http://www.timesofplenty.com/112013/2013-11-06_043sm.jpg

http://www.timesofplenty.com/112013/2013-11-06_044sm.jpg

http://www.timesofplenty.com/112013/2013-11-06_046sm1.jpg
...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
11-06-13, 07:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,441
Posted By rustjunkie

thanks! :)

thanks! :)
Forum: Beach Cruisers
11-01-13, 11:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,738
Posted By rustjunkie

No one else? Here's a ~1938 Elgin Oriole that...

No one else?
Here's a ~1938 Elgin Oriole that I've hopped-up. Came to me as a frame and fork, so not worried about originality/correctness. Built the wheels with 28h Ritchey rims, 2spd auto,...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
11-01-13, 10:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 25,495
Posted By rustjunkie

If you decide to go with "mail order", factor...

If you decide to go with "mail order", factor professional assembly into the price if you're not experienced.
IMO no bike is ready to ride with simple assembly out of the box.
Correct...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
11-01-13, 10:42 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,501
Posted By rustjunkie

Most new stuff for "cruisers" is feeble. Send it...

Most new stuff for "cruisers" is feeble. Send it all back!
Forum: Beach Cruisers
11-01-13, 09:50 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,441
Posted By rustjunkie

Finished a re-do of a 50s vintage seat

Had a little fun with this one:

http://www.timesofplenty.com/102013/2013-10-30_021.JPG

http://www.timesofplenty.com/102013/2013-10-30_022.JPG
...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-30-13, 08:36 AM
Replies: 4,634
Views: 650,945
Posted By rustjunkie

"Candygram."

"Candygram."
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-26-13, 10:30 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,089
Posted By rustjunkie

Given that the bike is functional but not...

Given that the bike is functional but not high-quality, maybe ride it for a bit "as-is" to figure out just what you like and don't like about it.
You could then buy a bike with the features you...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
10-26-13, 10:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,876
Posted By rustjunkie

Great bike! A friend got a 1950s Crescent...

Great bike! A friend got a 1950s Crescent recently. Similar to yours in style, just a bit older :)
We overhauled everything and man does it ride nicely.
Forum: Beach Cruisers
10-26-13, 10:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,764
Posted By rustjunkie

http://www.timesofplenty.com/102013/kirby999.JPG ...

http://www.timesofplenty.com/102013/kirby999.JPG

Looks great! Luv blacked-out cruisers :thumb:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-19-13, 10:02 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,267
Posted By rustjunkie

+1

+1
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-18-13, 10:32 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,267
Posted By rustjunkie

Make sure the pedals, crank arms, chainring...

Make sure the pedals, crank arms, chainring bolts, and all bottom bracket parts are tight.
Not good to ignore it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-18-13, 07:13 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,739
Posted By rustjunkie

Nice representation of 3 similar yet very...

Nice representation of 3 similar yet very different American vintage bicycles. http://www.timesofplenty.com/092013/thumbup1.gif
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-17-13, 02:06 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,739
Posted By rustjunkie

Thanks! It is a great bike. Elgin,...

Thanks! It is a great bike.
Elgin, actually...1938.
Forum: Beach Cruisers
10-17-13, 07:22 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,876
Posted By rustjunkie

Well that taps me out for girls bikes right...

Well that taps me out for girls bikes right now...anyone else?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-16-13, 09:38 PM
Replies: 8,791
Views: 1,102,656
Posted By rustjunkie

Missed the package delivery Saturday. Monday:...

Missed the package delivery Saturday. Monday: holiday, no mail. Tuesday, out of town. Picked it up this AM at the Post Office.
Good day for me: NOS Duomatic bonanza :)
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-16-13, 07:45 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,739
Posted By rustjunkie

I'm down, ladies bikes are no less cool than...

I'm down, ladies bikes are no less cool than mens:

http://thecabe.com/vbulletin/attachment.php?attachmentid=117933&d=1381844994
...
Forum: Commuting
10-16-13, 07:19 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,177
Posted By rustjunkie

I try to bike for errands as much as possible....

I try to bike for errands as much as possible. It's often faster overall than driving, less wear on the car, less fuel, good exercise...I can go days and days w/o driving...heck, I can go days and...
Forum: Living Car Free
10-16-13, 07:16 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 5,811
Posted By rustjunkie

Do own a car but it's 50 years old and doesn't...

Do own a car but it's 50 years old and doesn't get driven every day.
Would do w/o totally, but am not ready to sell my old friend just yet :)
Forum: Commuting
10-16-13, 07:12 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 7,313
Posted By rustjunkie

Nevah! I hunker down when it's wet outside;...

Nevah!
I hunker down when it's wet outside; wait it out.
Forum: Beach Cruisers
10-16-13, 07:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,738
Posted By rustjunkie

yup, they are cool. Same type on the Oriole above

yup, they are cool. Same type on the Oriole above
Forum: Beach Cruisers
10-16-13, 09:08 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,876
Posted By rustjunkie

Looks like we're seeing one now! :roflmao2:

Looks like we're seeing one now! :roflmao2:
Forum: Alt Bike Culture
10-16-13, 09:05 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,946
Posted By rustjunkie

lol! The same idea came to me a few days ago...

lol! The same idea came to me a few days ago :thumb:
Forum: Beach Cruisers
10-16-13, 09:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,738
Posted By rustjunkie

Anyone else? Here's a 30s Hawthorne 5-bar: ...

Anyone else?
Here's a 30s Hawthorne 5-bar:

http://www.timesofplenty.com/082013/2013-08-20_003.JPG

http://www.timesofplenty.com/082013/2013-08-20_004.JPG
...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
10-16-13, 07:50 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,876
Posted By rustjunkie

Here's another ladies bike in excellent original...

Here's another ladies bike in excellent original condition. A bit older: 1938 Elgin (Westfield-built), tires and grips are new, another bike that rides very nicely. Hardly any wear to the bearing...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
10-16-13, 07:44 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,876
Posted By rustjunkie

Yeah, this is a great bike! The condition is very...

Yeah, this is a great bike! The condition is very nice, all orig. It appears that it wasn't ridden much as all the bearing surfaces are in excellent condition.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-15-13, 10:04 PM
Replies: 4,634
Views: 650,945
Posted By rustjunkie

Yes, this one is a 2spd kickback :)

Yes, this one is a 2spd kickback :)
Forum: Beach Cruisers
10-15-13, 07:54 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,876
Posted By rustjunkie

another view: ...

another view:

http://thecabe.com/vbulletin/attachment.php?attachmentid=117932&d=1381844993
Forum: Beach Cruisers
10-15-13, 07:51 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,876
Posted By rustjunkie

Let's see your girls bikes!

Here's an original condition Schwinn Panther, had it for a few months, rides like a dream:

http://thecabe.com/vbulletin/attachment.php?attachmentid=117933&d=1381844994
Forum: Commuting
10-15-13, 07:14 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,118
Posted By rustjunkie

All powder coaters are not created equal. Some...

All powder coaters are not created equal. Some that do work primarily for industrial clients use very abrasive media and very high-pressure. Unless they are aware, everything that comes in gets the...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
10-15-13, 07:02 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,732
Posted By rustjunkie

Congrats! IMO the ride quality and longevity of a...

Congrats! IMO the ride quality and longevity of a K-Mart etc bike can be improved with proper assembly and adjustment.
It has been my experience that when an inexpensive bike is pulled from the...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
10-15-13, 06:37 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 22,257
Posted By rustjunkie

Think this one is >1994.

Think this one is >1994.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-14-13, 06:00 PM
Replies: 4,634
Views: 650,945
Posted By rustjunkie

Zweigang! ...

Zweigang!

http://www.timesofplenty.com/102013/2013-10-14_067.JPG
Forum: Introductions
10-14-13, 05:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 309
Posted By rustjunkie

I like bikes

old bikes, new bikes, expensive bikes, not-so-expensive bikes. Mens bikes, ladies bikes, not kids bikes so much, but still do like them...Like 'em all.
Main interests: bike riding, 1933-1942...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
10-14-13, 09:43 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 22,257
Posted By rustjunkie

How about a new wheelset? IMO Cartridge Sturmey...

How about a new wheelset? IMO Cartridge Sturmey drums with cartridge bearings and some MTB rims would make that bike ride worlds better.
Owner could mothball the original wheels.
Forum: Beach Cruisers
10-14-13, 09:36 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 109,207
Posted By rustjunkie

Would be interesting to compare weight of frames:...

Would be interesting to compare weight of frames: aluminum to steel.
Just weighed a steel frame and trussrod fork, similar to that of the bike shown below, ~12.5lbs.
This bike gets on ~20mile...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
10-14-13, 08:32 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 109,207
Posted By rustjunkie

Some great bikes in this thread!...

Some great bikes in this thread! http://www.timesofplenty.com/102013/thumbup1.gif
Overall weight savings is great, but from my experience the ride quality of just about any stock balloon-tire...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
10-14-13, 08:15 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 22,257
Posted By rustjunkie

The recent Heavy Duty frames afaik were made by...

The recent Heavy Duty frames afaik were made by Giant. They are well made and the bikes ride great after all the bearings are properly lubed and adjusted.
Pulling the kickstand and adding some...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
10-14-13, 08:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,376
Posted By rustjunkie

Neat bike, bet it rides great. :)

Neat bike, bet it rides great. :)
Forum: Beach Cruisers
10-14-13, 08:09 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,058
Posted By rustjunkie

I'm a Brooks fan, but some gel seats are nice for...

I'm a Brooks fan, but some gel seats are nice for shorter cruiser rides. Is there a shop near you to try the cloud 9 out?
Forum: Beach Cruisers
10-14-13, 08:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,738
Posted By rustjunkie

Let's see your 1930s bikes!

Here's a couple of mine, pair of Elgin bikes, 1937 and 1938:

http://www.timesofplenty.com/092013/2013-09-19_002.JPG


http://www.timesofplenty.com/092013/2013-09-19_009.JPG
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