Back in Black is back - 7/28 DONE!
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Thanks for the comments!
Sorry for all the small updates, but you guys know the drill, there never done!
Got my repro Columbia rack from Roadmaster, first thing I did was grind the rivets off the braces and flipped them to the opposite side so the swoop matches my fender braces. I also bent it down more right below the seat post to get it to sit closer to the fender. The braces aren't tightened at the top but it will sit level when they are.
Now I was able to flip my lucky 7 backwards and mount the seat backwards like I wanted, and MAN WHAT A DIFFERENCE! It rides so much nicer now, before pedaling was a little awkward because the seat was too far forward.
Now, my question, do you think the rack brace looks ok not covering the fender brace? The curve is a little different. I could possibly modify it and move the mounting location, but I'm not sure how it would look. What do you guys think? My dad says it looks fine but I'm not 100% sold yet
Also, need to pick up 2 of the small red reflectors that go on hub shiners (Of course I sold my last 2 pairs last month because I never would have needed them) to use as lights, I'm going to mount a 9 LED flashlight on each side of the rack for tail lights.
Thanks for the comments!
Sorry for all the small updates, but you guys know the drill, there never done!
Got my repro Columbia rack from Roadmaster, first thing I did was grind the rivets off the braces and flipped them to the opposite side so the swoop matches my fender braces. I also bent it down more right below the seat post to get it to sit closer to the fender. The braces aren't tightened at the top but it will sit level when they are.
Now I was able to flip my lucky 7 backwards and mount the seat backwards like I wanted, and MAN WHAT A DIFFERENCE! It rides so much nicer now, before pedaling was a little awkward because the seat was too far forward.
Now, my question, do you think the rack brace looks ok not covering the fender brace? The curve is a little different. I could possibly modify it and move the mounting location, but I'm not sure how it would look. What do you guys think? My dad says it looks fine but I'm not 100% sold yet
Also, need to pick up 2 of the small red reflectors that go on hub shiners (Of course I sold my last 2 pairs last month because I never would have needed them) to use as lights, I'm going to mount a 9 LED flashlight on each side of the rack for tail lights.
Re: Back in Black is back - 9/28 - New Rack - Need opinions
i think itd be easier to just bend the bottom of the braces to match rather than modifying the mounting points. but to me it looks ok, and would look great with both braces matching. its just those little details that make a bike look like someone put thought into it.
i think itd be easier to just bend the bottom of the braces to match rather than modifying the mounting points. but to me it looks ok, and would look great with both braces matching. its just those little details that make a bike look like someone put thought into it.
Re: Back in Black is back - 9/28 - New Rack - Need opinions
I'm with Dad, Looks good the way it is, makes it look equal with the front. I think the fender brace should show to balance with the front. With the springer and everything going in front It looks Cool ! Now paint it Black and have it ready for the Chicago monthly ride in October.
I'm with Dad, Looks good the way it is, makes it look equal with the front. I think the fender brace should show to balance with the front. With the springer and everything going in front It looks Cool ! Now paint it Black and have it ready for the Chicago monthly ride in October.
Re: Back in Black is back - 9/28 - New Rack - Need opinions
I say paint the rack black and no one will really notice.
I say paint the rack black and no one will really notice.
Re: Back in Black is back - 9/28 - New Rack - Need opinions
Thanks for the opinions guys. The more I look at it the more I think its ok.
I just finished painting the rack, I made myself walk away so it can dry overnight.
Thanks for the opinions guys. The more I look at it the more I think its ok.
I just finished painting the rack, I made myself walk away so it can dry overnight.
Re: Back in Black is back - 9/28 - New Rack - Need opinions
Thanks, I think the straight strut on the old rack was distracting. I dont want to mess up the original fender so I'm going to leave it as is. Should have it back together tomorrow.
deorman said:
Thanks, I think the straight strut on the old rack was distracting. I dont want to mess up the original fender so I'm going to leave it as is. Should have it back together tomorrow.
Re: Back in Black is back - 9/30 - rack done!
ratina
That bike is beautiful!
ratina
That bike is beautiful!
Re: Back in Black is back - 9/30 - rack done!
Now that's NICE...perfect ratina.
Now that's NICE...perfect ratina.
Re: Back in Black is back - 9/30 - rack done!
Well I can never leave things alone. I wasn't happy with that rack, the metal was too thin and the braces didnt look good. Found some original cwc stuff and started putting it on tonight. Still need to find a Hiawatha stamped guard or a blank one.
Well I can never leave things alone. I wasn't happy with that rack, the metal was too thin and the braces didnt look good. Found some original cwc stuff and started putting it on tonight. Still need to find a Hiawatha stamped guard or a blank one.
Re: Back in Black is back - 12/7
Turn singles and all!....Cool!
Turn singles and all!....Cool!
Re: Back in Black is back - 12/7
This bike/build is sick!!! (the good way :wink: )
You should change her name to Chameleon!
The amazing thing is, I love all versions and it would be hard for me just to chose one.
This bike/build is sick!!! (the good way :wink: )
You should change her name to Chameleon!
The amazing thing is, I love all versions and it would be hard for me just to chose one.
Re: Back in Black is back - 12/7
Yeah, it looks like its all there too, I haven't pulled it apart yet to check. Plan is to make it LED without ruining any of the original hardware.
Thanks man! I feel the same way, its hard to choose just one look, I guess thats why we all have so many bikes!
Skipton said:
Yeah, it looks like its all there too, I haven't pulled it apart yet to check. Plan is to make it LED without ruining any of the original hardware.
Gdcast said:
Thanks man! I feel the same way, its hard to choose just one look, I guess thats why we all have so many bikes!
