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Thank you for all the very helpful replies! I will definitely be using a bunch of the tips shared. I am mostly into prewar cruiser bikes like Colson and similar. I have plans to build up a Colson built Firestone Flying Ace frame and fork this spring. I also picked up a '41 Schwinn DX...

Hello, I am pretty sure I have seen this talked about but did not have much look searching for it. I would really like to know which classic bikes would be the most comfortable or best fit for people 6'3" or taller? I have been trying to figure this out by trial and error but it is time...

Thanks for the warm welcome. I really appreciate it! Looking forward to spring and warm weather. I better get a move on with building one or two of these projects I started but have sitting in my shop. I want to have a bike ready to roll on the first nice day. Spring will be here pretty...

Hello, I realize that I did not take the time to introduce myself and say hello. I love the website and community that is Ratrodbikes. Really cool hobby with a bunch of great bikes and ideas being shared. Hope to learn a great deal and put together some really nice cruisers with your help...

Ratfink1962,Skidmark, and Uncle Stretch: Thank you very much for taking the time to answer my questions. I feel 100% better about the bike project now. Working with a local bike professional builder/welder and he is confident it will be just as you guys told me. It should be 100% safe and...

Hello, I hope this is the correct forum to post this question. I am pretty new to the forum and ratrod bikes. Recently acquired a 1934 Colson frame and am planning my build and was having a good old time dreaming about it. Then I opened the package I received. There is a crack/break in the...