Chrome 20" rim and slick

[Modelcarjedi]

We are looking to put a slick on a 79 fairlady. The bike came with a s-7 rim that's falling apart and an odd ball size.
So I think we are going to just get a more common rim

I saw this rim. Anyone have any experience with it?

http://www.rrcbicyclesuperstore.com/chrome-20quot-single-speed-rear-whe20.html

This slick would be ok.
http://www.rrcbicyclesuperstore.com/20-x-2125-white-wall-slick-bicycl202125.html




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[rfeagleye]

Two things for you on this:

1. For a Schwinn Fair Lady, the frame may not accept a larger rim and tire. A 2.125 rear tire may not fit in the frame, or under the fender. I would stick with the stock size to be safe.

2. Although the stock size would be best, you *may* be able to get away with the Duro slicks in 2.125, I think those are a little smaller than the vintage 20 x 2.125 slicks.

3. Finally, you might be able to score a rim and or wheel from your local bike shop just as cheap. The stuff that seller sells is typically from J&B Importers, and you might be able to get the same locally and avoid the shipping. Not sure of the local pricing, but then you could at least see the rim and try it in the frame.

Hope that helps!

 

[rfeagleye]

I guess that was three things haha!

 

[CRASH]

I looked at my Fair Lady, and even a Duro 2.125 won't fit. At 1.75 should, but the diameter would look... odd. I guess that's because I'm used to the stock 1-3/4".

 

[ODDER]

I have a fair lady frame. I checked it out with an s2 sized rim and a duro slick. It does fit. Like Rob said the Duro slick is narrower than it says. It actually measures more like a 20x1.75. I didn't try to see if a vintage sized 20x2.125 would fit, but I can if you like. Hope that helps some.
Those tires are about $20 at my local shop. Definitely check your LBS, buy it there so you still have an LBS to go to in the future. Plus you don't have to wait for the postman.

 

[ODDER]

Crash, were you running a fender or not? Mine fit in fine, but it does not have fenders on it. I forgot to mention that.

 

[CRASH]

I have a fender. I think all stock FL's came with fenders.

 

[ODDER]

I have a fender. I think all stock FL's came with fenders.

I just have a ratty fl frame hanging up for restomod one of the days. It's all stripped down. I have all the parts, just not attached to the bike.
Sorry to cloudy up the waters.

 

[Modelcarjedi]

Thanks for the feedback! I do use a local bike shop to order stuff. Plus it's in deleware and no tax


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[Modelcarjedi]

Years ago I had a fairlady with a S-2 rim and beefy slick on it. Sadly I traded it off. I'm going to check out the Duro slick


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[QUEASY RIDER]

Year for year, a FairLady 3 speed frame and a Slik Chik 3 speed frame are the same Schwinn part #. The same goes for a coaster frame versus coaster frame, they have identical part #s. The Slik Chik uses an S2 rear rim with a 2.125 slick tire. The only difference is the Slik Chik also uses the fender designed to fit the S2 wheel and tire. Your FairLady has an S7 rear fender. If you change the fender, even the older regular size 2.125 slick will fit. These facts can be found on the internet.


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[Modelcarjedi]

Year for year, a FairLady 3 speed frame and a Slik Chik 3 speed frame are the same Schwinn part #. The same goes for a coaster frame versus coaster frame, they have identical part #s. The Slik Chik uses an S2 rear rim with a 2.125 slick tire. The only difference is the Slik Chik also uses the fender designed to fit the S2 wheel and tire. Your FairLady has an S7 rear fender. If you change the fender, even the older regular size 2.125 slick will fit. These facts can be found on the internet.


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Thanks !!


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[rfeagleye]

Good to know on the frames! I didn't know that!

 

[Modelcarjedi]

Bought a chrome rim from the local bike shop. Had to order the duro slick. It looks great

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[Jaxon]

Looks Good! Now you have to get the red paint pen out to paint that slick with a red stripe.

 

[CRASH]

That's a new FL with the half-fender. Glad it fits. Hopefully that clearance through the chain stays holds up under peddling torque.

 

[LukeTheJoker]

Looks great!

Luke.

 

[Modelcarjedi]

Seems to have plenty of room

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[QUEASY RIDER]

Seems to have plenty of room

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No reason it wouldn't.


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[CRASH]

Yup, that is plenty!