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Squirrelli

05-17-10 10:52 PM

I'd go for number 3, lurk around on CL and you'll probably find a suitable frame for around 50 dollars or you could lurk around in back alleys.

dobber

05-18-10 05:29 AM

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Originally Posted by mustachiod (Post 10823290)

here is a shot of the rear that is marked "for use on shimano FF system only" http://img85.imageshack.us/img85/2802/ffwheel.jpg

The Shimano FF system essentially swaps the free spinning cassette for a free spinning crank. You can go ahead and replace your rear wheel with one specific to track bikes and you'll be no further ahead.

The bike's a bit of an oddity and has some panache.

ilikebikes

05-18-10 08:14 AM

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Originally Posted by mustachiod (Post 10823290)

fuzz, tell me more about how this can be "fun" - please excuse my ignorance, I'm new to all this. my previous bikes were all ridden without any modifications. This is my first project bike and I bought it with no knowledge of what the FF system is. I'm intrigued that I may have stumbled upon something here.

here is a shot of the rear that is marked "for use on shimano FF system only" http://img85.imageshack.us/img85/2802/ffwheel.jpg

FF system is not a problem as I've converted them to SS in the past, pop out the BB and replace it with a regular BB, you're replacing thw wheels so there you go.

Retro Grouch

05-18-10 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by mustachiod (Post 10827281)

i'm torn between
1. being stubborn and finishing this bike as planned. it works great now, i could slowly replace parts as a learning experience
2. buying a cheaper bike that is ready to go. but that would likely need parts replaced within a few months anyway
3. researching other bikes that would be better candidates for a conversion

That's a question that only you can answer. Bottom line - it's your bike. There are benefits and drawbacks to each of your alternatives. Whichever one you pick, make sure that you have fun with it.

mustachiod

05-18-10 01:40 PM

i was close to getting the walmart bike to ride as-is or use it for parts. but i kept thinking back to times when i have tried other bikes from kmart and sears, and the experience was bad. Mine rides well as-is and I can keep up with and sometimes pass other commuters on much more valuable bikes. so i'll just enjoy what I have (for now).

what some of you said here finally sunk in to my thick head as I discussed it with the guy at my LBS. The investment would not be worth it. However, i will be keeping my eyes open for parts at yard sales and craigslist. just for fun. :)

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