First and foremost, thanks to everyone for their input. Here is the finished version......ended up with apes, and instead of the 24 x 3 in the front (could never get the brake set up right with the 24) or the 26 x 1.75, ended up with a 26 x 2.125 that tread matched the rear 24 x 3. My youngest son asked if he could have the bike when we shot this pic......hey, he's gettin' all A's and B's in school.....so, he is the new proud owner.
My thanks again for everyone's comment, suggestions, and encouragement!
My thanks again for everyone's comment, suggestions, and encouragement!