Recent content by BigKitty

Thanks for the kind words all. I also need to thank those here that provided a few items...you know who you are :D I had a blast working on it. This place helped so much in the process. I wanted to fix it up but not restore it. So I left the rust pitting on the frame, left most dents...

I am sure many of you have seen me post pics of my 47 Schwinn DX in its found state. Well, she's finally done and pretty spiffy if you ask me :D Here is the before to refresh your memory. ...and for the after Not too bad for my first build.

Darn...Mine are in between those (10 3/4 i think). Thanks anyhow!!

What size spokes do you have? I am looking for some to do 26 inch rims. Thanks! :)

As far as bikes go I have 2 currently... Josie-my 47 Schwinn DX My roommate's rat/klunker. I may be adding a Spaceliner project soon too.

I got one for you to add.... Did you hear about the vampire bicycle that went round biting people's arms off? It was a vicious cycle. :D

I don't remember if it was welded or if there was actually a second nut on the outside...I am sure either would work unless someone else knows better than I :)

I don't have any pics. but I have disassembled klaxon horns for cars and the stud is just a short bolt threaded onto a nut inside the horn. I did a quick diagram showing this. The ribbed wheel turns against the end of the bolt producing the sound. The bolt can be adjusted from the outside. I...

It's the Burma-Shave bike :D

Here's a couple I ran across...

Yep and it will be rewarded 3-fold!

Here is my 47 DX on the day I got it. She is currently being reborn :-)

A recent portrait... I wasn't feeling at all well that day :P Seriously...a recent shot...seriously. A self-portrait.

As I predicted...after doing research, he has decided to try and sell the bike. I will get him in touch with any interested parties.

Oh, you must understand that he has become Locutus of Bike...there is no separating them right now. :) I don't know if his mind will change once he finds out how much this thing may be worth. The seat alone has sold for $300. I will keep you posted though.