I have a side project going with @melancholera while we build up their first full "Rat" from frame up.
The front fender isn't an issue, where we're using a Matching fork and fender up front from CWC but the rear I feel may not be as .. fluid looking in its attachment.
The frame is a '41...
Here's my finished build!
1946 Huffman built Firestone Pilot
1930s schwinn wheel set
New 26x2.125 tires
Modifed JC higgins beehive springer
Hawthorne rear rack
Schwinn pedals
Lobdell long spring saddle reupholstered in alligator by Bill Moon
Laid back seat post
Custom fabricated handlebars...
New member here, first build off. I found this relic in a backyard of friends. This was one of many, I was able to fill a trailer but mostly middleweights. I go through and rebuild alot of 50s-60s schwinns, easy money. I've been getting into older stuff lately and really fell in love with a...
I know I have not posted here much lately, and I am sorry. This is a cool place!
At the Fairborn swap over the weekend, I bought a bunch of parts I needed, but I also bought this girl...pretty ain't she? In my opinion, this is actually a somewhat rare combination. Deluxe 1955 Huffy Customliner...
Picked this up at Iola, WI old car show and swap. Serial starts with 6H so I believe it is 1946 model. Oldest bike I've owned. Seems like a Huffy Mainliner built for Gambles stores. Bike has very rotten middleweight 26" tires. Fender clearance seems tight for 2.125 rubber, were they building...