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Forum: BMX
05-21-18, 11:47 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,568
Posted By Grease_Factory

First of all... COOL! I'm not an expert with...

First of all... COOL!

I'm not an expert with Norco serial numbers... back in the early BMX days a lot of bikes were made in Japan by various companies for export brands like Norco and Nishiki. I'm...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-18, 11:14 PM
Replies: 363
Views: 160,313
Posted By Grease_Factory

Can I join the club? 1983 Tange Shogun Hot...

Can I join the club?

1983 Tange Shogun Hot Heart BMX.

Serial T3A2046

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-18, 10:08 PM
Replies: 2,676
Views: 1,136,336
Posted By Grease_Factory

Thanks! Its definitely an early 80s model. The...

Thanks! Its definitely an early 80s model. The 90s where a whole different style.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-18, 01:47 PM
Replies: 2,676
Views: 1,136,336
Posted By Grease_Factory

I wonder how that serial guide holds up for their...

I wonder how that serial guide holds up for their BMX?

I have a 1980? Nishiki BMX I just snagged in mostly OG condition to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-18, 10:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,505
Posted By Grease_Factory

Thanks for the info. I'm fairly familiar with...

Thanks for the info. I'm fairly familiar with Kuwahra and Tange serial numbers since most of my BMX bikes use similar markings. This one is definitely an 85.

I know there are several variants for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-18, 01:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,505
Posted By Grease_Factory

Good call on the gears... that was my immediate...

Good call on the gears... that was my immediate plan of I couldn't find a solid SS wheelset.

I definitely want to ditch the front derailer. I was thinking about a flip/flop hub or something for...
Forum: BMX
05-20-18, 12:35 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,568
Posted By Grease_Factory

Hmmm! Now I'm really interested in seeing it....

Hmmm! Now I'm really interested in seeing it. That's not the kind of bike for someone to slap random decals on. Never seen one even remotely like that... get that post count up and post a pic or two!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-18, 12:31 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,505
Posted By Grease_Factory

My first foray into road bikes... '85 Kuwahara

Thanks for checking out my thread. I hope to update this fairly regularly as I make progress on this project.

A couple years ago, while sitting at home pouting because it was could outside and I...
Forum: BMX
05-19-18, 08:55 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,571
Posted By Grease_Factory

From my recollection, I dont remember pads being...

From my recollection, I dont remember pads being very common or popular on these mid 90s bikes.

That seat looks to be in good shape. I see those sell individually often for guys looking to restore...
Forum: Introductions
05-19-18, 08:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,132
Posted By Grease_Factory

That actually makes a lot of sense. Thanks for...

That actually makes a lot of sense. Thanks for clearing that up!
Forum: Introductions
05-18-18, 03:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,132
Posted By Grease_Factory

Hahaha. My dude. In order: Blue (white...

Hahaha. My dude. In order:

Blue (white decals)
Aztec Green Pearl and Pearl White (no decals yet)
Chrome (blue decals)
White (purple decals)
White (blue decals)
Black (yellow decals)
Blue...
Forum: BMX
05-18-18, 11:21 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,568
Posted By Grease_Factory

^ I think he already did a quick sweep through...

^ I think he already did a quick sweep through the museum...

I'm wondering if its a mid-year Desert Rat or Samurai or something... I have had a few that I haven't seen posted before due to the...
Forum: Introductions
05-18-18, 11:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,132
Posted By Grease_Factory

Thanks! I didnt realize there was a post per day...

Thanks! I didnt realize there was a post per day limit on here... It will be a few days before I can post any pics. I have a thread typed up and ready to post when I can finally include Pictures!
Forum: BMX
05-17-18, 01:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 11,733
Posted By Grease_Factory

If it has a "500" stamped on the rear dropouts...

If it has a "500" stamped on the rear dropouts its a Pacer 500/Viper/Silver Streak... I have an '84 viper in white. it seems they were reaching into a grab bag for the decals on the assembly line for...
Forum: BMX
05-17-18, 01:09 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 59,322
Posted By Grease_Factory

I have been commuting to work (1.5km trip) and...

I have been commuting to work (1.5km trip) and light grocery shopping (3-5km) for the past 2 years on my BMXs.

I have to say, its a much nicer trip on my 24" Cruiser BMX. My 20" bikes all have...
Forum: BMX
05-17-18, 01:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,045
Posted By Grease_Factory

If you are looking to stick with the tires you...

If you are looking to stick with the tires you have, a set of standard 20x1.75 rims will probably be the most inexpensive and easiest to find.

If the rear freewheel/cassette looks super small (9T)...
Forum: BMX
05-17-18, 12:41 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,568
Posted By Grease_Factory

I'd be interested in seeing pics... I have had a...

I'd be interested in seeing pics... I have had a few older 80s Norcos.
Forum: Introductions
05-16-18, 11:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,132
Posted By Grease_Factory

Can someone help me with my training wheels?

Hi there, and thanks for allowing me onto the forums.

I'm mainly an Old School BMX fan with a small collection of parts and bikes in various states of restoration. I build everything to ride, and...
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