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I wish I could join in. But I’m busy fixing up a house. But I’ll definitely be watching. Lots of quality here! Next time, hopefully I’ll join in

Rear suspension was too soft before, and with the kinematics of the rear suspension, made serious pedal bob. So I cut the original springs in two and doubled up in the shock legs spring supports. Now instead of two 300mm springs working in parallel, it utilizes four 150mm springs Before (2x...

The steerer tube on the 1930s fork was too short and had a different threading than any headset I’ve found. So I solved it temporarily with a 1” aheadset. Now I’ll weld on a threaded extension to the steerer. Held together by the locknut Ready for welding Welded Finished Next up is the...

The bike had quite a lot of work done during Build Off 18. Here is a Timelapse Yes the wheels are oversized and the tires are huge. Here it is parked beside a stock identical model cruiser for comparison First side Second side

After RRBO18 (https://ratrodbikes.com/threads/acid-reborn-finished.118442/) I’ve been using Acid for ice cream rides with my son, and also commuting a handful of times (12km / 7mi round trip). The latter has revealed some annoyances that I’ll sort out. Tire clearance in the rear is really...

Finally arrived to Sweden!!! I’ll get to frame it and make a nice arrangement to post. Just wanted to share this with you all 😎😎😎😍

Cool. Hard to tell the size, with most components being different than common

Bobby, what size tires / wheels did you use for Winona?

This is so well written about @OddJob @metalchewy @Brian macumber @Pondo and @tanksalot . I wish could described it as well. Fortunately you already did @BobbyStillz, well said!😎😎😎 @OddJob, your attention and kindness 😍

Thank you @BartRidesEternal Missed a call from an unknown number yesterday. Probably him 😅 Actually wouldn’t be too bad of an idea to use bicycles instead of gas guzzlers after ‘the gas wars’ 🤔

Thanks @JA331!

It’s been great fun! The last week of building was so intense. And now finally, after five days away from all tools, my wrists and thumbs have finally stopped aching (seriously!)

Thank you! You are such a great inspiration and an excellent source of advice

Wow! 🤩🤩🤩 thanks to all!!!🥳🥳🥳🥳 Just to be a part of this great community of skilled, artistic and friendly people is such a reward

Dang, I love those wheels 😎😍😎

THIS :cool: Winona Rider by @BobbyStillz Not an eligible photo to vote for, but still the one

Thanks @BartRidesEternal! Your comparison of my build to that song made my day 😍:rockout:

Dang, I was impressed with the next level build when seeing the finished bike. But after reading the whole build thread, it’s so obviously next next level👏you’re a genius ‘chef’s kiss’

It’s a great honor for me to receive praise from such an experienced builder! As I’ve written before, this forum is such a great crowd of fellow enthusiasts and the activity and camaraderie here is unparalleled. With seasoned ratroders continuously encourages us newcomers and makes all feel...

You’re right I should take a break 😆