41 Elgin

[Nightrider]

Ha! Just ran into the dilema : skip chain with no master link! Found one link that has a slit (or may even be a crack) in it. Can't pop it off like most master links, wonder if it was pressed on like a motorcycle chain? Did you press your pin out or use a motorcycle style chain breaker?

 

[SILVERKINGPC]

Nice frame.....

 

[white_cross]

Looks good. As far as colors, Definatly a brown leather Spring seat. with Matching grips.

 

[Henry Sanchez]

nice. those old bikes are really so much cooler than the newer style.

 

[antiquecycles]

You scored on those fenders! I have to agree with your choice to leave it bare metal. Every time I re do a bicycle I debate leaving it bare.

My friend picked up a 41 Elgin about 3 weeks ago. He wanted one he could paint and this tanker had previously been painted.
Here is a link to the thread: http://ratrodbikes.com/forum/index.php?threads/1941-elgin.88788/#post-881976

A couple of days ago he picked up 2 more Elgins and sold me the mens bicycle yesterday. I am going to re do it since it too had been repainted at one time. Lookin for a long tank and some truss rods if you have any laying around (lol).

Anxious to see your beauty when she's done! Nice job.
Kris

 

[Jarod24]

Alright guys its been awhile! Kinda took alittle break from the bikes once football season started and then I have been working on some home improvements also. So anyways here's the finished product!

 

[LukeTheJoker]

Spot on!

Luke.

 

[Vintage-Iron]

LOVE IT!!!

 

[KJV]

Cool project .
Bare metal: means just that.
"Bare"
Clear coat is paint .
Mite I suggest..... Wax,,,
Use a petroleum base wax:..
Works best on bare metal.