S&S Rainbow 5 Speed

[Robertk]

Getting ready to build out my 5 Speed S&S Rainbow.

 

[Dizzle Problems]

Any updates on this beauty? I got a 5 speed build in line as well. Looking forward to seeing what you do! You've got some stellar frames on deck!!

 

[Robertk]

just need a chain and she's done! Pics on their way soon!

 

[Dizzle Problems]

Bumping this! But also had wanted to contact you and see if you have a full size image of your avatar? I know I've seen it on the museum, but couldn't find it when I went back to look.

 

[Robertk]

Search under Cal Cruiser or Cal Cruiser by Mega. That's where I found the pic for the avatar. 5 speed is complete. Just need to have a sunny day to get some pics. Thanks!

 

[Dizzle Problems]

Search under Cal Cruiser or Cal Cruiser by Mega. That's where I found the pic for the avatar. 5 speed is complete. Just need to have a sunny day to get some pics. Thanks!

Rad, thanks!
Look forward to seeing pics!!

 

[Robertk]

 

[Robertk]

 

[Dizzle Problems]

Very awesome!

 

[Robertk]

Thanks @Dizzle Problems

 

[Dizzle Problems]

I was at work, so I couldn't fully reply. But I love this build! The attention to detail is amazing! Did you have some anodizing done, or NOS parts? Those vdc bars look minty, and no brake track marks?! Came out killer man

 

[Rat Rod]

Beautiful build...we need more pics!

 

[Robertk]

NOS VDC bars, the rest "lightly" used anodized parts from the '80s.
Thanks guys for the positive comments. I'll try to get more pics. I'm thinking of lightening things up and going with a single speed freewheel losing the derailleur, shifter, and cable. We shall see.

 

[RustyGold]

Lots of BLING!

Jason

 

[LukeTheJoker]

Flash!

 

[Wildcat]

Looking at that bike, I remembered lyrics from an old Bad Company song:

Give me silver, blue and gold,
The colour of the sky I'm told,
My rainbow is overdue

 

[Robertk]

@Wildcat love that reference!

 

[Robertk]

 

[Robertk]

Getting ready to change this up to a single speed with truss rods - kinda like my avatar - more to come.

 

[Robertk]

Converted to single speed. Added Araya rims with Suntour coaster and Sherriff Star Campy Front Hub fitted with Carlisle Whitewalls.
Cranks were swapped for a Campy set. Bars are Japan made vintage motorcycle and single stem is Schwinn. A much more simple configuration. Was unable to find a set of truss rods in good enough shape that were long enough. I like this change up.