BO15 TIERRA CRUISERA

[sdframe]

Careful with the spokes. Don't ask me how I know.

facepalm

I will. I won't.

 

[sdframe]

I assumed I'd be covering this imperfection with earth decals, but that didn't happen.

So I went to my decal/sticker box and found this. I like how the print follows the curvature of the chain wheel. I aint got no crystal ball, but I predict some of you fondly remember this band.

 

[MattiThundrrr]

Good summertime tunes

 

[kingfish254]

I really like that matte blue paint on there. It's perfect with the brown tires. Looking sharp!

 

[sdframe]

While waiting for my pedals and cable housing, I threw on my Sturmey-Archer made for Nexus shifter, color-coordinated Vans Cult grips and a faded gold chain that blends quite nicely. I'm so close to the finish line, I can taste it.

 

[Captain Awesome]

I predict some of you fondly remember this band.
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In my top 3!

 

[OddJob]

I must have missed something; did you paint the crank arms and kickstand at some point?
On my monitor they have kind of a coppery satin finish. I like it.

 

[MattiThundrrr]

That Sturmey shifter is a nice piece. Is this 3 speed, I don't remember..

 

[Dr. Tankenstein]

Digging the Sublime decal [emoji1363]


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[sdframe]

I must have missed something; did you paint the crank arms and kickstand at some point?
On my monitor they have kind of a coppery satin finish. I like it.

Yes; and bearing cups, bell crank, some bolts and washers, too. Did the head badge, but it seemed garish, so I did it the same color as the frame. It's quite three-dimensional, so it stands out even though it's the same color. Left other parts black or bare metal, 'cause there's a fine line between 'just enough' and 'too much.'

 

[sdframe]

That Sturmey shifter is a nice piece. Is this 3 speed, I don't remember..

Yes, Nexus three-speed. Had an awful time dialing it in this morning until I discovered I had the wrong size shift rod in the axle. Duh. Fortunately, I keep one of each of three sizes in stock. Now it shifts beautifully. All that's left is pedals, which should arrive tomorrow.

 

[sdframe]

Here's how she looks with the brown shifter cable housing.

I've been flinging her around my garage the past couple of weeks, and I must say this is a noticeably lightweight 3-speed internal hub cruiser. She just may be a keeper.

 

[OddJob]

Great paint work! It has all the marks of a good rider, and style to boot!

 

[sdframe]

Pedals came in late yesterday. They look just right. I'm gonna call this project finished. Now I have to find a nice spot where I can take my final pictures.

 

[sdframe]

FINAL PICTURES. I'll post them in the completed section as well. Keep up the good work, y'all. This buildoff has helped me , in some small way, get through this pandemic.

 

[MattiThundrrr]

I think that turned out better than anyone expected when we first saw the frame. Good work

 

[Johnny Wolf]

Looks like a comfy mile cruncher with style. Well done, I actually dig that frame.

 

[The Renaissance Man]

Turned out nice!

I really liked the Earth decals on the chain ring, I was hoping you would make it work. But the Sublime sticker really does fit nicely.

 

[ifitsfreeitsforme]

That's a handsome unique bike. Well done.

 

[kingfish254]

This came out nice. The blue and browns play well together. Have fun riding it! CONGRATS!