Rugged Commuter (Ross Diamond Cruiser)

[Billy Bueno]

I recently picked up a Ross Diamond Cruiser f/f off of ebay.

My 1st intentions were to build it back to it's original state, well as close as possible. Then I decided to go in the direction of building it into a rugged commuter. Something that can handle on the streets as well as on hard packed trails.

I plan on using 700c wheels with a Sturmey Archer 2spd kick back hub & Kenda Straight 8 700x35 tires.

Here's the f/f:

I plan on using cruiser bars like this one has:

 

[jackdaw]

Re: Rugged Commuter

Sweet! Can't wait to see what you come up with. I got one of those too.

viewtopic.php?f=56&t=59141&p=583886&hilit=ross+diamond+cruiser#p583886

I haven't seen many of them around.

 

[Billy Bueno]

Re: Rugged Commuter

Sweet! Can't wait to see what you come up with. I got one of those too.

viewtopic.php?f=56&t=59141&p=583886&hilit=ross+diamond+cruiser#p583886

I haven't seen many of them around.

I haven't seen many around either & not too many come up on google either. I've been keeping an eye on your build. How's it coming along?

 

[jackdaw]

Re: Rugged Commuter

I have been spending my disposable income on other projects. I need to buy a freewheel, cranks and chainring, tires and a seat. And cables and housings. So another $100 or so I guess. I just got a new job so I should be able to get back on it.

 

[Billy Bueno]

Re: Rugged Commuter

This build has been put on hold for now.

Going to build a Heavy Duti into a "bomber", check it out here: http://www.ratrodbikes.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=21&t=64803

 

[Billy Bueno]

Re: Rugged Commuter

Ok, I ended up selling the Heavy Duti frame, so this build is back on.

I decided to us drum brakes front & rear.

Front: Sturmey Archer X-FD Drum

Rear: Sturmey Archer X-RD3 3-Spd Drum

Shifter: Sturmey Archer DLS30

Brake Levers: Sturmey Archer

 

[LukeTheJoker]

Nice part selection!

Luke.