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I replaced the headset bearings on a 69 Sears Spyder using caged bearings. The size of top bearings looked a bit different so I used the old one. I cleaned it, adjusted it and greased it. The bottom one looked right so I used the new one. From day one, the top race never fit right, but I...

I had fun restoring this Spyder for my grandson. It’s even more fun watching him clean and polish this bike. He really takes care of it. Although his buddies are riding fixies or modern bikes, he rides his Spyder. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Hello All, Recently restored a late 60’s Sears Spyder with rear dual brake system. The only problem I’m having is finding parts for the Excel brakes such as the spring. Anyone out there have one? I’ll post some pics of the bike later today. Thanks. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I’m always amazed on how well rusty old wheels clean up. This wheel set is from my 67 Sears Spyder. The inside of the rims looks brand new. I have a short video of a side by side of the wheels but can’t load it. Used bronze wool pads and vinegar to get rid of the rust. Sent from my...

Anyone have a Shimano 333 Derailleur for sale? Here’s a pic for reference. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

First Family ride. Had a few minor hiccups but overall a good ride. My nephews are thrilled with their muscle bikes. N Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I picked up a Schwinn Jr. Stingray that came with an S7 rear wheel. Can I use a wider tire on a S7 rear wheel. The only tires ive found are 20 x 1 3/4. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Picked up this bike yesterday for my niece. It's an Oxford bike which the decals have worn off so I don't know the model. Any one familiar with this bike that may be able to offer some information. Not necessarily interested in the worth or value. After a clean up and some maintenance, it...

Hello, I'm in the early stages of restoring a 1958 Raleigh Lenton Grand Prix and in need of a chainset that's time appropriate for this bike. The correct chainset is a Williams "Heron" Double, 46t/49t crankset. Here are a few pics of others chsinsets that were equipped on Lenton GP's...

Looking for a dust cap for a Nexus 3 speed hub. I've searched all over and can't seem to find one. This kit was available not too long ago on eBay and Amazon for only $9-$12 but are now sold out. If you know a place or have a spare one, please let me know. I'll be happy to buy it. There's...

Looking for creme or brown 26 x 1.5 tires. Searched eBay and Amazon but did not see much. As a matter of fact, I haven't seen a much of a selection when it comes to color tires in this size. Any one have any idea or suggestions where I can find some. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I have a Mongoose Californian which has a cruiser frame. A bit of a surprise since Mongoose is known for BMX bikes. It's made of aluminum and chrome plated. Does any one have information on this bike? I have looked all over the Internet but can't find much. Based on the SN, it appears to...

Just about done with this bike. Building it for my other grandson, Dominic. Just like his brother he picked the color. Handle bars are not original to the bike. They were in bad shape. Will replace them soon. . Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I'm working on a Sears Fleetwood with a Shiamano 333 hub. It is missing the hub lubricator port/cap. Does anyone know where I can pick one up? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Love chrome bikes. Picked this one up last year from CL for $25. Took it apart and now working on rebuilding it. Put some 1.75 tires on just to ride it around. I ordered some 1 3/8 road tires for it. Cleaned up and shined the fenders and chainguard. Just don't have the time right now...

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It took me a while to strip the frame but I'm glad I did. Here's a few pics. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

The rear wheel on my bike has an S7 rim with a coaster brake on a (single red line ) hub. Keep in mind, this is not a stingray original frame. It has a 62 Typhoon 20" frame. I've read several post on this forum that say that the S7 rim is a front rim. Just looking for some clarification on...

After removing the top and bottom bearings, the top one fell apart. So my question is, does anyone have the Schwinn code # for the bearing set. I believe one of them is a Schwinn 2557. The other, is a Wald, I believe, but not a Schwinn. Any information is greatly appreciated. The frame I'm...

I'm working on rebuilding a bike I bought for my grandson. I thought it was an original Stingray until I determined the frame serial number is for a 20" 62 Typhoon/American bike that was converted to look like a Stingray. Everything else is original including the rims and tires. My question...