Classic Rat

[g-ratter]

I think I am going to try my 1st BO if I can use this frame. It has some pitting on the bottom of the stay I am worried might have weakened it. It feels solid but wondering what might happen when a 200 lb. person is riding it. Need opinions. Could I just hit it with a welder to fill in? Do not want to cut into this frame because it has some seriously cool patina.

FRAME:

Problem area:

 

[brett4christ]

Nice frame! I believe I would progress without repairs/modifications...but that's just me!

 

[LukeTheJoker]

If that is the worst of it, I probably would not let it bother me...

Luke.

 

[Glen]

I agree with the others... that patina is way to good to disturb.

Glen.

 

[g-ratter]

That is the worst of the pitting. It is on the bottom of the stays so could fill the pitting and just touch it up????
I usually do not work with very old frames so I guess these are common problems but decided to re-grease the fork bearings and found some striped threads on the fork. With all the info on here it was not to hard to fix. A little primer and topcoat to protect it and on to the next part.
Could be a coincidence but I ran across some guy selling some 26 x 2.125 cream tires on so I think they could be perfect for this project.

 

[KJV]

The pits are ratical.
If you must smooth it up...
bondo.

 

[The Renaissance Man]

Looks like a classic rat to me!

 

[SprocketRocket]

I think I am going to try my 1st BO if I can use this frame. It has some pitting on the bottom of the stay I am worried might have weakened it. It feels solid but wondering what might happen when a 200 lb. person is riding it. Need opinions. Could I just hit it with a welder to fill in? Do not want to cut into this frame because it has some seriously cool patina.

FRAME:

Problem area:

Still more metal there than a new Wallyworld bike. Run it

 

[Funkme]

Is that a cwc? Nice curves...
If it aint broke,dont fix it.
A little bit of pitting wont hurt,adds character.

 

[g-ratter]

Funk,
Not sure what it is. Found it on Craig's List for $20. Has some numbers on it G 405-9A

 

[g-ratter]

Since the theme of this build is classic rat I decided to go with a classic faux tank that has been used a few times on here. I am usually not one for brackets but thought they added a nice textural touch. Not sure yet how I will finish it.

 

[kingfish254]

Looks like an old CWC built (based on frame style) Western Flyer (based on headbadge shape)
Super score for $20.

 

[LukeTheJoker]

Always liked the tank plate idea, more room for visuals without adding too much bulk...

Luke.

 

[gsc]

Looks like a CYC to me, welcome to the madness..

 

[justride]

Nice, ratty frame!

 

[g-ratter]

Picked up the tires over the weekend and painted up the wheel set. Wanted (once again) a classic hot rod look to them.
My inspiration:


How they turned out:




Hope to have the tank finished tomorrow.

 

[c1run1]

it jumps out with the white tires !

 

[pick]

Cool! I personally would leave the frame alone, it looks awesome! Wheel & tire combo works well too.

 

[The Renaissance Man]

Looks like an old CWC built (based on frame style) Western Flyer (based on headbadge shape)
Super score for $20.

Exactly right. This one of my all time favorite frames! Same as my Southern Flyer bike.
It's already got a great look at this stage!

 

[g-ratter]

What kind of date on it guys? 50's?
I really like the seat post angled back. Makes it look like it is going fast.