dutch racer almost done!

[old skool]

hello i am micheal
i live in the netherlands, and my english is not perfect
i like the frame of the classic schwin bikes, but in holland you cant find that sort of bikes, so i am using a classic empo bike.
here some pics

and these pictures are how it sits now

micheal

 

[Graylock]

Re: dutch racer

Another European build. Over here we're stuck on old Schwinn's and the like. This will be good . I've got a whole pile of european bikes that are waiting for a face lift. It's looking good so far. What happened to the chain guard with the air scoop? That's what caught my eye first. I'd find a way use that! Let their be no bike safe from the RRBBO4!!

GL

 

[ej599]

Re: dutch racer

I like it! Very rideable. I'm planning on an English bike my self.That reflector is stunning.

 

[blackphantom]

Re: dutch racer

I was in Amsterdam for the millennium new years party. It was a blast. Literally. I loved the vibe of Amsterdam and when the train arrived at central station I thought I had died and went to bicycle heaven. Best of luck on your build.

 

[JOScatRATrod]

Re: dutch racer

greetings holland! we in New Zealand also sadly lack old schwinns etc so I will most likely be stuck with a diamond frame also! I will keep an eye on your bike build, I think we may have a similar look!
Josca

 

[old skool]

Re: dutch racer

hello
i want to know what u guys think
should i make it bare metal or should i paint it primer brown?
and should i clean the rust?

micheal

 

[herr_rudolf]

Re: dutch racer

You should deffinately clean the rust. I think you should paint it too (though, the brandname seems to look nice..) Otherwise, with this type of frame it would maybe look too much an ordinary old Dutch bike. At least to me. A Dutchman myself. Ofcourse I had the same problem finding cool but cheap basematerial for a project. Great you're using this diamondframe(?) for the build-off. Curious what you'll be doing to it in your progress. I'll keep an eye on this one.
Good luck!

 

[Singlespeed92]

Re: dutch racer

That's a cool ol bike,Old School! I like this style of bike,should be nice when you're done. Your English was very good. I agree,definately clean the rust (I personally like the rusty-rod look,but unchecked rust kills frames). Have fun! :mrgreen:

 

[old skool]

Re: dutch racer

today i have made a board(maybe i chance or remove it), i also started sanding so i can paint it primer brown
here some pics

micheal

 

[old skool]

Re: dutch racer

sanding of the frame is done .
tomorrow i go search for parts, i need some white grips, new pedals, paint, and some parts for the damaged crank.
after some weeks it's done i think

micheal

 

[Singlespeed92]

Re: dutch racer

Sounds cool! I can't wait to see it,looking great so far,I like it!!! 8)

 

[old skool]

Re: dutch racer

update
i have painted the frame, fork, fender and steer
here some pics

now i am waiting to the next week for some parts to build the bike!
when i am done putting the bike together i start adding some details, maybe some pinstriping, i dont know yet.

micheal

 

[old skool]

hello
the last time i had a lot of spare time
th most things are done now, i have to make some mountings for the batterys, i have to make the front light work(maybe i make a rearlight) and i have to do some mechanical things to make ir rideable.
here some pics

micheal

 

[nosferatum15115]

i like the colour very much. nice job :wink:

 

[deorman]

For his next trick ladies and gentlemen, Old Skool will now turn a Volvo station wagon into a 6-cylinder Porsche! :wink:

 

[Singlespeed92]

i like the colour very much. nice job :wink:

+2 on that! It's Ol Skool Kool!!! :mrgreen: