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    Got a LaSalle...need some information

    Hey everyone. Wasn't sure where to post this, but I've bought off craigslist a 26" LaSalle. The headbadge reads LaSalle Bicycle Supply Chicago. The frame has a straight bar below a slightly bowed or curved top bar. The dropouts are rearward or face away from the pedals. It has the flat,forged...
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    Question about converting 7 speed to single speed.

    Hope someone can give me an assist, My wife's got a Huffy 26" seven speed. It's a cruiser style. I'm in the process of stripping and re-painting the frame. My question is would it be possible to convert it to a single speed with coaster brake? And is it as easy as changing the rear rim with the...
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    Free Spirit project update...

    I know pics would be nice, but so far this is where the project's at: Frame and fork - Krylon satin black. Fork Lowers -(approx.5 1/2" worth from axle mount up) painted Krylon gloss white. Saddle - Mtn. bike style by Bell from Walmart. Pedals - Black Plastic Walmart variety. Handlebar - will...
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    Bed Liner Paint...

    Has anyone tried using (truck) bed liner paint/finish on their frames ? I've seen it used on motorcycles,it gives the finish something between a hammered or kinda textured look. Definately would provide a "bullet proof" finish. Also comes in rattle can and colors other than black. If you've...
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    Sears and Roebuck Free Style...

    Just wondering if anyones had any experience with one. I just picked up a sears & roebuck "Free Spirit" 24 or 26" (didn't measure)single or maybe it's considered a fixed gear (?) at the local salvation army store for $19.99. Sorry for the lack -o- pics. I'm new to this and wondering if this...
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    picked one up today...

    Well,in my "introduction" post I mentioned I'd be purchasing a Huffy Cranbrook and using that as my platform. But today i stopped by the local salvation army store, and bought a Sears and Roebuck "Free Style" it's a single gear/coaster brake set up. I didn't measure it so not sure if it's a 24...
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    newb checking in...

    Hey everyone, 42 y.o. male, from Florida. I've recently become interested in the Beach Cruiser class of bike. Kinda lookin' into a Huffy (Wal-Mart variety ) I think the model I'm interested in right now is called the "Cranbrook". I've probably got the model name wrong,it's been a few days since...
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