Hardware question on Schwinn Collegiate
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Hardware question on Schwinn Collegiate
A month ago I bought a 1969 Schwinn Collegiate and it's taught me a good amount on cycling from back in those days. I had to adjust the saddle to ride it which was nice (that it actually moved), and it did need a good cleaning. Whilst degreasing the drivetrain I noticed the rear derailleur wheels were smooth, more or less. I'm not sure if they were supposed to be smooth wheels, or cogs like I see on most else things.
Far as the bike goes it's a 5-speed variant, and I think just a base model (not Deluxe nor Sport Collegiate). It's an original Schwinn-approved Huret I think (can't see a model number and not sure it's Huret)?
Guess I was wondering if any one here has the same model and what their rear derailleur is set up like.
Far as the bike goes it's a 5-speed variant, and I think just a base model (not Deluxe nor Sport Collegiate). It's an original Schwinn-approved Huret I think (can't see a model number and not sure it's Huret)?
Guess I was wondering if any one here has the same model and what their rear derailleur is set up like.
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Schwinn Lightweight Data Book (Detail 1965-1969)
According to this the original equipment was a Sprint.
The graphic here appears to show the smooth lower jockey wheel (maybe the steel one?)
1969 Schwinn Catalog
According to this the original equipment was a Sprint.
The graphic here appears to show the smooth lower jockey wheel (maybe the steel one?)
1969 Schwinn Catalog
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Schwinn Lightweight Data Book (Detail 1965-1969)
According to this the original equipment was a Sprint.
According to this the original equipment was a Sprint.
The graphic here appears to show the smooth lower jockey wheel (maybe the steel one?)
1969 Schwinn Catalog
1969 Schwinn Catalog
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Thanks for the info guys! I figured they were originally smooth-wheeled because I couldn't imagine the cogs being that worn down, but if they were cogs I'd have replaced them during the restoration. Cross that off the list!
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