I really like that Headbadge! Very cool! Did you drill holes in the head tube to mount it, or double sided tape/etc. Asking for a friend...
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Thanks! It's the original badge to the frame. However, I replaced the screws. The originals are good, but I wanted to be able to tighten it down without issue, so ***tips and tricks alert*** I use cassette tape screws. They are the exact size of headbadge screws.
Working on the other handlebar today and some BEEtails for the tank. Here's a new highlight reel, while you wait 
As I prepare for riding, I realized I forgot to go over pedal options/decisions.
A HUGE shout-out to @OddJob for the pedal selection. Before he reached out, I was working with these, and one pair I was considering robbing from a 20" I have in the wings.
I scored 3 options from @OddJob
1. These were my first consideration for my build. I really like the unconventional shape, and the brushed aluminum look.
2. These were plan 'B' if the first pair didn't quite work. I like that these fit in with the period, and would mesh well with the overall aesthetic.
3. Then we have these. These are incredible, and honestly, these will be for a future project. The axle is tweaked on one side, but these are worth the effort to make them right
@OddJob Thank you again!
4. These are the pedals I was robbing from a 20" Rollfast. They aren't original, but fit the vibe of a complete bike, so I was hesitant.
A HUGE shout-out to @OddJob for the pedal selection. Before he reached out, I was working with these, and one pair I was considering robbing from a 20" I have in the wings.
I scored 3 options from @OddJob
1. These were my first consideration for my build. I really like the unconventional shape, and the brushed aluminum look.
2. These were plan 'B' if the first pair didn't quite work. I like that these fit in with the period, and would mesh well with the overall aesthetic.
3. Then we have these. These are incredible, and honestly, these will be for a future project. The axle is tweaked on one side, but these are worth the effort to make them right
@OddJob Thank you again!
4. These are the pedals I was robbing from a 20" Rollfast. They aren't original, but fit the vibe of a complete bike, so I was hesitant.
It was a pretty quick decision once I tried them all. The 2 sets I had wanted to use initially just look too small on the bike. Functionally, there was no issue, but the proportions were off.
It's such a small difference, but the Rollfast pedals are just enough larger to match the proportions.
So I am actually going to use the '60s pedals from @OddJob On the Rollfast, as they are much closer to the original pedal style. I'll save the modern pedals for my next 20" custom.
It all worked out in the end, but it's hard for me to decide on certain things without seeing them in place. Other things I'm able to conceptualize and visualize in my minds eye...it's a weird paradox.
It's such a small difference, but the Rollfast pedals are just enough larger to match the proportions.
So I am actually going to use the '60s pedals from @OddJob On the Rollfast, as they are much closer to the original pedal style. I'll save the modern pedals for my next 20" custom.
It all worked out in the end, but it's hard for me to decide on certain things without seeing them in place. Other things I'm able to conceptualize and visualize in my minds eye...it's a weird paradox.
It's always nice to have options!
A luxury you afforded me. Thanks again
Ok, trying not to get distracted...
Time to figure out this headlight bracket. I think I'm going to use a similar technique I used on 'BALLOONATIC', by using a wrench.
Time to figure out this headlight bracket. I think I'm going to use a similar technique I used on 'BALLOONATIC', by using a wrench.
The details are really start to come together now!
Because this wrench is open on both ends, I tucked a rubber washer in between the teeth, then sandwiched it between two plate washers. This keeps everything snug and secure and eliminates a lot of vibration.
Well it works, but I don't like it. Hmmm...
I want it tucked in a little closer to the headtube, so I readjusted the mounting.
The position of the light itself is much closer to where I want it, but the overall look is even worse than before.
The position of the light itself is much closer to where I want it, but the overall look is even worse than before.
So I'm pondering another option, which is to mount two brackets horizontally, with the mounting point overlapped.
This would tuck it in a bit closer (without covering the badge) and make it look less like an Assassin-Droid leg.
This would tuck it in a bit closer (without covering the badge) and make it look less like an Assassin-Droid leg.
MattiThundrrr
Rattus All Terrainus
Bobby, stay in your lane. That's a probe droid.
Assassin droids ain't nuthin to mess with
Assassin droids ain't nuthin to mess with
PROBE DROID! Thank you! I knew the name wasn't right. I was like, "Why aren't any pics of this pulling up?"
Ok. We're getting to a triage point.
Vital:
- Re-attach microphone screen to handlebar (one side done)
- Mount headlight (fabricate bracket)
- Finish mounting-bracket on bee
- Film ride video and shoot final pics
If I'm able:
- Incorporate electrical inside bee
- Incorporate Buddha charms in some way?
- Finish editing Schwinn font for custom decal?
Vital:
- Re-attach microphone screen to handlebar (one side done)
- Mount headlight (fabricate bracket)
- Finish mounting-bracket on bee
- Film ride video and shoot final pics
If I'm able:
- Incorporate electrical inside bee
- Incorporate Buddha charms in some way?
- Finish editing Schwinn font for custom decal?
That’s a fair amount for just a few days but the vital should be achievable.
Me: "When will it stop raining?"
Nature: "Monsoon."
I have never begrudged rain. I'm from Colorado, originally, which is a desert a mile closer to the Sun. I welcome rain, AND I'm so happy I did paint on the front end of the build-off.
@kingfish254 how are things on your side of Georgia? Atlanta is drowning
Nature: "Monsoon."
I have never begrudged rain. I'm from Colorado, originally, which is a desert a mile closer to the Sun. I welcome rain, AND I'm so happy I did paint on the front end of the build-off.
@kingfish254 how are things on your side of Georgia? Atlanta is drowning
Me: "When will it stop raining?"
Nature: "Monsoon."
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I have never begrudged rain. I'm from Colorado, originally, which is a desert a mile closer to the Sun. I welcome rain, AND I'm so happy I did paint on the front end of the build-off.
@kingfish254 how are things on your side of Georgia? Atlanta is drowning
Sunny skies here in Savannah (for now).
