Picked this up as a complete minus pedals, wheels and chain from my father in law. It sat for over 20 years as a scrap pile and I just had to save it. 80% of this bike is covered in rust NOT a problem with me. 
I love cafe` racers, the styling just inspired me to create my own version using this bike. I had a few spare mountain bikes parts lying around so I started piecing together what "I" thought looked good. Started with a set of 26" wheels, newer Schwinn padded seat, gooseneck and bars. I'm desperately sourcing a nice 1-piece crank for this since the original is a skip tooth and I will not be using that set-up. Once i get one and install it I'll start tearing it down and blasting it before paint.
Undecided on tires, not sure if I want basic white walls or all black balloon tires. I also want a large circle headlight. Enjoy everyone, so far this build thankfully has cost me $0.00
I love cafe` racers, the styling just inspired me to create my own version using this bike. I had a few spare mountain bikes parts lying around so I started piecing together what "I" thought looked good. Started with a set of 26" wheels, newer Schwinn padded seat, gooseneck and bars. I'm desperately sourcing a nice 1-piece crank for this since the original is a skip tooth and I will not be using that set-up. Once i get one and install it I'll start tearing it down and blasting it before paint.
Undecided on tires, not sure if I want basic white walls or all black balloon tires. I also want a large circle headlight.
Enjoy everyone, so far this build thankfully has cost me $0.00
