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Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-03-23, 01:15 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 6,603
Posted By Iowa10Speed

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The cotter is in the mail to AdventureManCO! Should...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-25-23, 11:48 AM
Replies: 119
Views: 6,603
Posted By Iowa10Speed

Just got back from fishing. Yes, I have the press...

Just got back from fishing. Yes, I have the press safely wrapped in 12" of bubble wrap. PM sent!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-23, 11:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,195
Posted By Iowa10Speed

Thanks for the great background. Your theory...

Thanks for the great background.

Your theory about a custom-ordered bike is probably right. The bike has a Sturmey Archer four speed FW hub, which was most likely a pricey option at the time. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-23, 09:35 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 6,603
Posted By Iowa10Speed

Beautiful bikes! I'm new to this era of bikes, ...

Beautiful bikes! I'm new to this era of bikes, They're growing on me quickly!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-23, 08:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,195
Posted By Iowa10Speed

One more thing ... I'm new to the early...

One more thing ... I'm new to the early lightweights so I did a lot of reading on them. All of the catalogs and pictures I've seen of the late 40's and 50's models have the "new style" flashy...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-23, 08:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,195
Posted By Iowa10Speed

1950 Schwinn Superior paint scheme

Any ideas why my 1950 Schwinn Superior's paint scheme isn't like all the other Schwinn lightweights from the late 40's and early 50's? I've read that Schwinn adopted a splashy new decal scheme across...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-23, 02:34 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 6,603
Posted By Iowa10Speed

There must be vibes in the universe. As it...

There must be vibes in the universe. As it happens, just yesterday I kicked my butt in gear and pulled the cranks off my 1950 Schwinn Superior. I'm a hopeless procrastinator. I have more projects...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-23, 10:49 AM
Replies: 1,919
Views: 107,154
Posted By Iowa10Speed

Look at that gap between seat tube and tire. A...

Look at that gap between seat tube and tire. A frame clearly designed for coast-to-coast tours. Candidate for full Dura Ace triple???
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-08-23, 11:22 PM
Replies: 1,919
Views: 107,154
Posted By Iowa10Speed

What's wrong with you people **********? Why do...

What's wrong with you people **********? Why do I suddenly think these are hot listings?
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-15-23, 11:19 AM
Replies: 119
Views: 6,603
Posted By Iowa10Speed

The cotter press arrived at my house yesterday...

The cotter press arrived at my house yesterday :thumb:. Whoever needs it next, PM me.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-09-23, 12:16 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 6,603
Posted By Iowa10Speed

I'll take a crack at the Cotter Challenge. I'm...

I'll take a crack at the Cotter Challenge. I'm not sure what to expect on a 1930's and a 1950's bike :eek:. PM sent.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-02-22, 11:02 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 743
Posted By Iowa10Speed

Can't fool this bunch! A Voyaero is a mashup...

Can't fool this bunch!

A Voyaero is a mashup of a butchered 1975 Voyageur II, and two Viscount Aerospaces (Pro and GP). I saw the Voyageur on CL on my birthday, and my little mind realized I could...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-22, 10:45 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,240
Posted By Iowa10Speed

Original owner. 1987 model bought new in 1990...

Original owner. 1987 model bought new in 1990 (apparently unloved for 3 years as people became enthralled with aluminum). The original components were Suntour Sprint 9000. Recently upgraded some...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-28-21, 10:30 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,174
Posted By Iowa10Speed

A tip for housing on Porckchopbmx: in the past,...

A tip for housing on Porckchopbmx: in the past, the "cable with housing" kits were easy to find,. They also have more color choices when you get housing "by-the-foot" but you need to hunt for the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-25-21, 09:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,174
Posted By Iowa10Speed

I searched hard for dark blue housing and tape...

I searched hard for dark blue housing and tape about 5 years ago and came up empty. It's always bugged me that my 720's cables and tape don't match the rack and cages.

I don't exactly recall, but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-18-20, 11:58 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,747
Posted By Iowa10Speed

I have a 620 like yours. You'll have a great...

I have a 620 like yours. You'll have a great bike when you're done. Your paint is nice. It's amazing in the sun.

My experience is similar to the other posts:

Yours is an '84. The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-02-19, 11:19 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 19,432
Posted By Iowa10Speed

Written for a church group, but suitable...

Written for a church group, but suitable regardless of your beliefs ...

“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”
Matthew 5:3 (NRSV)

I straddle my bike, panting...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-11-17, 09:34 PM
Replies: 617
Views: 83,439
Posted By Iowa10Speed

1987 Schwinn Prologue. "Top half" is as it...

1987 Schwinn Prologue.

"Top half" is as it was originally built-up with Suntour Sprint. Rear drive-train is upgraded to Ultegra 10 sp. w/ Dura Ace shifters. Dura Ace hubs.
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