A new diamond project

[toro1978]

I got this diamond frame bike as a gift today. It is a simple locally built bike. One speed coaster hub, cotterpin cranks... But it is a nice 26" frame in pretty silver. I have a 7 sp nexus I will try to install... I should have a drum brake front wheel... I have a few stems to try or might convert... Not sure if the rack and the fenders stay.

 

[toro1978]

I want to install these wheels:

I think I have a brake somewhere.
I hope these tires fit:

It has some tools:

 

[Pondo]

Cool build. Looks like it's going to be a fine ride!

 

[toro1978]

OK... This thing has cotterpin cranks. They are screwed. Is there a square taper axle for this bottom bracket?

 

[Starnger]

Yes, there should be. If you take it apart and tell me the inner diameter and if it is threaded or press fit i can help you finding one. I can even order it and send you by post.

 

[Endlesschain]

I say keep the mudguards at least and depends on how utilities minded you want the bike to be for the rack, I used to always remove mudguards but that's because I live in sunny climate and don't do much winter riding anymore but as I get older I let the bike tell me what it wants and if it suites mudguards then it shall keep mudguards

 

[toro1978]

Yes, there should be. If you take it apart and tell me the inner diameter and if it is threaded or press fit i can help you finding one. I can even order it and send you by post.

Thanks for the offer, I left that bike aside for now. Last weeks have been stressful, work related, but it all worked out great in the end.
I apologize for the late reply, I was hoping to start disassembly so I can tell you the details and the days just went by.

 

[rrtbike]

A little time spent and progress made on a simple bike is great therapy for a stressful time at work and with a busy life!