I have a nice 3G 3 sp Newport. I've wanted the sweet 57 mm cooper rims since the first time I saw them. I just noticed 3G offers the copper rims only.
http://3gbikes.com/bikes/menscruisers3spd/mensnewport3spd/
http://3gbikes.com/parts/wheels/26x57rims/
My question is will the existing spokes...
Thought I'd show how a 3G Newport with 3.45 Boas fits on a Thule T2 rack (916 XTR). I love this rack, it can handle almost any sized bike, 12" to 29er.
Thule has also come up with wider holder for extra fat tire bikes.
https://www.etrailer.com/Accessories-and-Parts/Thule/TH919.html[/URL][/IMG]...
I just got done rehabbing a GT Dyno Moto Glide. It has the original 4 speed Nexus hub. The gearing is way to high. I could switch the rear cog from 22 to 23t but I don't think that would make much of a difference. The best option would be going down from the stock 44t front chain ring to...
What's up with clear coat? I paint several bike parts with Krylon's Premium Chrome paint, looked great but when they were handled the shine was reduced. Figure I need to clear coat, used Krylon's Crystal Clear. The parts turned gray, ...?
Is it going to dry clear and shinny?
Do I have to...
After spending way to much time on this website I got hit with Rat Fever and purchased a Dyno Moto Glide rust bucket. The thing was total mess.
Every piece of steel and chrome looked like the kickstand. I was going to blast & powder coat but realized it wasn't worth it. I ground and rat...
Let's see those 3G Bikes....
Here's my CL find, thought it was a cheaper steel version. Got it home and upon further view it's a Newport, AL frame, BOA 3.45s, sealed bearing headset, 3 piece crank & Nexus 3 speed hub. $100