Simplosion-My first Bike
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Okay I decided to go with the Ultra Flat Black Over the whole thing. I am going to do the accents in Satin Lime. Maybe red pinstripes. I am trying this one step at a time. What's the worst that will happen...right?
Wow, I do not like sanding. I did finish in time to paint the Chwinn before it rained.
I switched up the paint and decided to go with a satin black instead of the Ultra Flat Black.
I used lime on the sprocket gizmo (not really sure of what the tech name is for that)
I switched up the paint and decided to go with a satin black instead of the Ultra Flat Black.
I used lime on the sprocket gizmo (not really sure of what the tech name is for that)
i call those chainrings, and that one looks great! good call not painting the teeth, i learned the hard way
fast eddie outty
fast eddie outty
Got the wheels and tires this afternoon. The wheels are used the tires are new (26x2.125).
Primed the gizmo for the handle bars.
I guess the first bike is going to incur more expense than the later ones. I am looking on craigs list for any cheap cruiser so I can grab a seat and some pedals
Primed the gizmo for the handle bars.
I guess the first bike is going to incur more expense than the later ones. I am looking on craigs list for any cheap cruiser so I can grab a seat and some pedals
Today we're going to see an early movie with the kid. Then I get to paint the rims Lime to match the chainring. Am I the only person here who can't wait? I am ready to ride this bike with out any seat or pedals just because I have no patience when it comes to projects. The worst is the humidity is so bad the paint is taking forever to dry.
Yes those are Bontranger Cruizers. I liked them because they are huge. I got them for $17.99 each.
I was able to start assembly today. I haven't done any pinstriping except for the chainring (not too complicated).
I primed and painted the handlebar gizmo and the wheels (thanks Sneeki Tiki for the taping idea, it worked like a charm).
I added some cheap pedals until I find some that work for me.
Just an aside, here are the Taiwanese Lowriders I sell at our Hardware store. There is a 16", 20", and a 26" model.
I was able to start assembly today. I haven't done any pinstriping except for the chainring (not too complicated).
I primed and painted the handlebar gizmo and the wheels (thanks Sneeki Tiki for the taping idea, it worked like a charm).
I added some cheap pedals until I find some that work for me.
Just an aside, here are the Taiwanese Lowriders I sell at our Hardware store. There is a 16", 20", and a 26" model.
I got a really squishy seat and a seat post. The paint on the handle bar gizmo is still tacky. I put a fan on it.
Both wheels are painted and drying...slowly.
I can't wait to get this bike in the can so I can start the next one! The anticipation is killing me!!!!
Both wheels are painted and drying...slowly.
I can't wait to get this bike in the can so I can start the next one! The anticipation is killing me!!!!
It's almost finished. The chain I have is too short, bummer.
I like the Lime, Black and Red together.
I had some black cork tape I was going to use but the adhesive dried up a couple of decades ago. I guess some contact adhesive might work. I just shoved the old Schwinn grips back on. Maybe I'll get a chain after dinner.
I like the Lime, Black and Red together.
I had some black cork tape I was going to use but the adhesive dried up a couple of decades ago. I guess some contact adhesive might work. I just shoved the old Schwinn grips back on. Maybe I'll get a chain after dinner.
It worked great. This is the best photo I have. My phone Doesn't have a macro. The hardest part is taping and untaping. I've never laced spokes but I think the tape is easier. there are some smudges from my hands but for a rattle can job it looks pretty good.
I got the chain and handgrips figured out. I need to take out a link and tension it a bit more because it'll fall off on a big bump. My next step is to finish the red and silver pinstriping. I am by no means a pinstriper but I am willing to try. Stay tuned for more pics.
help... im confused.... it doestnt look like the tape is covering the spoke nipples. am i just seeing things??
