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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-03-22, 07:35 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 7,735
Posted By skydog6653

Thanks, I believe Schwinn only used terra cotta...

Thanks, I believe Schwinn only used terra cotta for a couple years.
it is! Brother Duane has been an inspiration to me since the 60’s.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-03-22, 06:47 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 7,735
Posted By skydog6653

Mine now. ...

Mine now.


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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-16-19, 01:45 PM
Replies: 1,143
Views: 155,399
Posted By skydog6653

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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1963 Schwinn Superior...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-03-12, 11:58 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 18,221
Posted By skydog6653

My 1963 Schwinn Superior

My 1963 Schwinn Superior
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-03-12, 11:44 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,356
Posted By skydog6653

Then why didn't he buy it?

Then why didn't he buy it?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-12, 07:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 967
Posted By skydog6653

Yes it is. What an achievement on both accounts.

Yes it is. What an achievement on both accounts.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-24-12, 08:36 PM
Replies: 268
Views: 50,842
Posted By skydog6653

http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e41/skydog653/19...

http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e41/skydog653/1963%20Schwinn%20Superior/IMG_2011.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-24-12, 05:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,868
Posted By skydog6653

I know, right! When I was matching up the new one...

I know, right! When I was matching up the new one to the factory original, I had a case of the "sliding thumb" where I matched it up and then inched my thumb up a couple of times. I don't know why I...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-23-12, 05:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,129
Posted By skydog6653

I recently had to answer many of your same...

I recently had to answer many of your same questions when going over my 1963 Superior. There was light rust/bare spots in most of the usual suspect areas. I'm glad I took the approach I did which was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-23-12, 09:19 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,127
Posted By skydog6653

That's beautiful! Looks to be mostly original...

That's beautiful! Looks to be mostly original too, I see you added turkey wings!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-23-12, 09:15 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,868
Posted By skydog6653

hadn't thought about fenders on this one; i have...

hadn't thought about fenders on this one; i have another fendered bike that i ride when it's raining. congrats on your 3K post!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-12, 08:27 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,127
Posted By skydog6653

http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e41/skydog653/19...

http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e41/skydog653/1963%20Schwinn%20Superior/IMG_2011.jpg

Here's my fairly rare 1963. Almost done!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-12, 08:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,868
Posted By skydog6653

Well, with the exception of the original Atom...

Well, with the exception of the original Atom pedals, I think she's just about done. I have located the pedals and will go over and install them soon. Here she is after her recent 5 mile maiden...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-09-12, 07:25 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,589
Posted By skydog6653

they should move the chicago show to the south...

they should move the chicago show to the south side. palatine is almost as close to milwaukee as it is to chicago!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-08-12, 06:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 738
Posted By skydog6653

here's a post i started on the schwinn forum...

here's a post i started on the schwinn forum dealing with this same issue: http://www.schwinnbikeforum.com/index.php?topic=15254.msg86204#msg86204
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-12, 06:00 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 10,427
Posted By skydog6653

I had the Chicago Tribune and Sun Times in the...

I had the Chicago Tribune and Sun Times in the a.m. and the American and Daily News in the p.m. I got a real education in humanity at an early age. People that would hide to avoid paying, and others...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-27-12, 07:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,868
Posted By skydog6653

My 1963 Schwinn Superior

It's been a while since I've posted here; many home remo projects that according to the wife are far more important than "that damn old bike". Anyway, I've greased/cleaned everything, located some...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-09-12, 07:50 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 9,239
Posted By skydog6653

lay out all the things you'd want with you....

lay out all the things you'd want with you. design the bag to hold them. as the designer/builder you have that luxury. others must buy a bag and figure out what all it will hold!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-12, 08:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,712
Posted By skydog6653

This is exactly why a lot of people state, "I...

This is exactly why a lot of people state, "I won't ship overseas"! From either direction!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-12, 08:27 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,413
Posted By skydog6653

soda ash is more effective and you'll use less

soda ash is more effective and you'll use less
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-12, 07:43 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,413
Posted By skydog6653

Archimedes was the first streaker!

Archimedes was the first streaker!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-12, 07:41 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,413
Posted By skydog6653

http://www.sandsmachine.com/guide_w.htm

http://www.sandsmachine.com/guide_w.htm
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-12, 07:39 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,413
Posted By skydog6653

There was a discussion about this recently (and...

There was a discussion about this recently (and if I recall there was a variety of different responses :) ) Anyway, my thought is that one should neutralize it somewhat with soda ash.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-12, 08:15 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,442
Posted By skydog6653

they have cool head badges!

they have cool head badges!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-12, 05:22 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,781
Posted By skydog6653

It's his bike; let him do with it what he wants....

It's his bike; let him do with it what he wants. Geez
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-29-12, 10:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 698
Posted By skydog6653

It must be a Grey Ghost

It must be a Grey Ghost
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-25-12, 07:34 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 6,591
Posted By skydog6653

Put me down as a safety nanny then. A good friend...

Put me down as a safety nanny then. A good friend of mine was using gas on a rag to clean oil based paint from his skin. The gas ignited from just the friction of rubbing. Call it a fluke, call it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-25-12, 05:39 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 6,591
Posted By skydog6653

Don't you mean Standard Oil? :)

Don't you mean Standard Oil? :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-12, 09:06 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,127
Posted By skydog6653

Oh, yes you have! :) ...

Oh, yes you have! :)

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-10-12, 07:08 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 12,028
Posted By skydog6653

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qoo1OBaI6Ns

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qoo1OBaI6Ns
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-09-12, 11:12 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,857
Posted By skydog6653

I know this is a long shot but by chance were...

I know this is a long shot but by chance were there any Superior decals in the bunch?
240766
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-09-12, 10:50 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 7,735
Posted By skydog6653

Could this possibly be due to the elasticity of...

Could this possibly be due to the elasticity of one bike's cable vs. the other's?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-12, 10:42 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 15,621
Posted By skydog6653

I really like the feel/responsiveness etc. of...

I really like the feel/responsiveness etc. of CroMo!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-12, 12:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 554
Posted By skydog6653

Yes, Conti is what you call your Schwinn...

Yes, Conti is what you call your Schwinn Continental when you wish it was an Italian racing bike! :) There is probably a stiff link; when I separated the chain this winter it never really matched the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-12, 11:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 554
Posted By skydog6653

rear derailleur adjustment?

I took my '82 Conti out today for it's second trip. When the chain is on the smallest 2 sprockets in back and I backpedal, the chain either throws or goes extremely slack. Obviously something is out...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-12, 10:11 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,129
Posted By skydog6653

Lexol is a good product and readily available at...

Lexol is a good product and readily available at most auto stores. It was first recommended to me by the owner of a Tandy's store. With any of these treatments I'd suggest wearing dark pants for...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-12, 10:05 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,361
Posted By skydog6653

In my case there was an "extra" in that the...

In my case there was an "extra" in that the previous person hadn't removed the "spacer" ball. One side was packed full, the other had one removed. I don't think it was ridden much like this though.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-12, 10:00 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 842
Posted By skydog6653

just put together a "set" as you go; and look for...

just put together a "set" as you go; and look for used stuff.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-06-12, 06:49 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,361
Posted By skydog6653

It more than likely fell in inadvertently on a...

It more than likely fell in inadvertently on a prior servicing and has been there. I just ran across the same scenario with my Normandy hub. I now make it a practice to count the balls before I take...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-12, 07:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 628
Posted By skydog6653

Absolutely. Two different bikes entirely.

Absolutely. Two different bikes entirely.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-12, 05:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 628
Posted By skydog6653

Nice '62 Superior on Ebay

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Old-Schwinn-Superior-Bicycle-Road-Bike-15-Speed-early-1960-1960s-/320860757425?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4ab4ca9db1&autorefresh=true
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-05-12, 04:05 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,374
Posted By skydog6653

Or those damn headbadge screws? I can't hold on...

Or those damn headbadge screws? I can't hold on to those to save my life!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-05-12, 12:15 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,374
Posted By skydog6653

Hah! I didn't even think about it, but old...

Hah! I didn't even think about it, but old Schwinns is about all I work on and yes, just about everything is ferrous!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-05-12, 11:29 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,374
Posted By skydog6653

To each their own. Different people have...

To each their own. Different people have different ideas of what's tolerable. Years ago I was at an archery shoot in Anderson, MI. Fella' there had a pet black bear chained up and a bulletin board of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-05-12, 11:23 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,374
Posted By skydog6653

Another handy item I keep close is an old speaker...

Another handy item I keep close is an old speaker magnet. It's great for finding that elusive screw or part. I'll also "stick" an empty tuna fish can to it that doubles as a magnetized parts...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-04-12, 11:30 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,374
Posted By skydog6653

yeah, OK. you're not a bike mechanic, you're a...

yeah, OK. you're not a bike mechanic, you're a surgeon. :rolleyes:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-12, 10:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 702
Posted By skydog6653

Hopefully (at least) it was purchased by a...

Hopefully (at least) it was purchased by a cyclist not an urban professional looking for a paperweight.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-04-12, 09:05 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,374
Posted By skydog6653

I use a canvas drop cloth from the paint store...

I use a canvas drop cloth from the paint store with a "blue tarp" on top of that that is sort of sacrificial. I can fold it up and shake it out outside or spray it off. If it gets too bad I pitch it;...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-04-12, 12:13 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 941
Posted By skydog6653

I wondered about this. Glenn's and some other...

I wondered about this. Glenn's and some other books warn against trying to put loose bearing balls :) in a retainer situation as it can be hard to assemble. Maybe I'll attempt this. Do you then put...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-04-12, 07:16 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 941
Posted By skydog6653

I need both. And as I said in the OP I was hoping...

I need both. And as I said in the OP I was hoping to support a shop that helps the forums out. I was also hoping to hear from some fellow forum folks about any shops that would help out a novice more...
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