Electra P71 build
 

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...1c7dd18f25.jpg

2 speed kickback
https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...403ea0f04f.jpg

High flange action
https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...63d3638e3d.jpg

Delicious
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...177427d21d.jpg
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...cc674b2882.jpg
https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...6ffda9ef1f.jpg

Speedplay flats
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...37ae5fdfc9.jpg

Been sitting on this frame for a few years. My son expressed some interest.....the build is on;-)

Looking forward to seeing it done!

Same here. :)

Found a craigslist mid 80's Nishiki Colorado for parts
 

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...3c57446260.jpg
Time for some paint thinner
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...68b839ee4a.jpg
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...f62a6b1232.jpg
This should shine up without too much elbow grease.
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...1393a07abc.jpg
Primer and a let the sun do the rest.
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...eb3eff8a9a.jpg
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...dfbb93c6e4.jpg
Looking good.
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...48651534da.jpg
Need a green crossbar pad now.

Grip action
 

Found some supercaz grips for the machine....
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...0265bd9c51.jpg
Tried to match the lever color.....

Wheel time!
 

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...1e52ab9543.jpg
These should look good with the lighter color hoops
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...3d550edbd0.jpg
Black graphics, black spokes
https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...d2c3533c44.jpg
Hand cut the spokes with a nice Phil Wood machine...
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...5eea481f46.jpg
Spoke dust

Teaser pic.
 

Too busy with Christmas and family to spend time on this project.....Front wheel is almost complete :-)
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...95ce4c1869.jpg
SA High flange is looking good!

Christmas build
 

Merry Xmas folks! Happy Holidays to the PC people...
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...f0984ebdf4.jpg
Xmas build is almost complete!

How did you know the correct length for thew spokes and where did you get a spoke cutting machine? Thats a little above and beyond for the average bike guy. lol

I did the initial calculations using a digital caliper and plugging them into one of several online calculators. I got the front measurements correct, but fubared the rear. Still don't know how I was off after double and triple checking. LBS had the spoke cutting machine;-)

I wonder what would happen if you plugged your numbers into a couple different online calculators. Different results maybe? Is it possible you didn't mess up but the calculator you used has a bug in it?

I have another build I want to get started on once this one is complete (MTB drop bar SS conversion of mid 80's Nishiki Westwood). I will revisit the online calculator(s) again and do some more reading on wheel building.

Don't know whether you tried the calculator ebikesca, but I've never heard of anyone having problems after using it (but my LBS always gives me the sizes to use and I order spokes from them).

Nipple action
 

Rear wheel tricks for fun ;-)
 

The rear is complete! Radial and four cross for fun...
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...567743635c.jpg
I am sure someone from the group of "cruiser" folks I ride with will notice this. DS is radial laced and strong four cross on the ND.

Rubber is in....
 

I have put in 500 miles on the Vittoria Street runners with zero issues.
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...8c8df37548.jpg

I've just become a fan of the Vittoria brand this year. Reasonable cost, weight and performance.

Fw
 

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...6581e23889.jpg
Entertaining the crazy thought of going tubeless for fun. The MTB folks around here use orange seal vs. Stans. I guess I'll get some gorilla tape later today.

Closer....
 

I got sidetracked fixing up several bikes for close friends......My sons bike is back on tap;-)
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...755dbf5659.jpg
Velox!
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...262b1fe4ca.jpg
Really digging these Vittoria tires!

Need to find a cool chain and green brake housing....
 

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...3dd086ce82.jpg
Can't wait to try this machine;-)

Not the green I wanted....
 

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...372a2ec49f.jpg
This will do for now. Might switch to black ;-)

Details....
 

Izumi chain
 

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...4694920279.jpg
Green KMC chain wasn't the right shade....Always had good luck with Izumi chains ;-)

Different handlebar
 

My son didn't like the bar set up ;-(. Found some old cRusty BMX bars and painted them.
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...9093f5d560.jpg
Came out ok....

I think it needs some wider tires . Just my opinion.