Recent content by danthrift71

+1. Kos style bars would feel good on that frame. Maybe some motorcycle bars.

OA works very well on chrome. Do not use any abrasive on chrome. e.g. steel wool, any metal brush, etc... Chrome will get "hazy" or worse. OA and a soft towel will do wonders. I've also seen very good results with a vinegar soak. With either, be careful not to allow to soak too long. Both...

The First Coast Sand Jam is a weekly ride starting in Jacksonville Beach, FL. All are welcome. We start at the public parking lot next to "Sneakers" sports bar in Jax Bch. Thursday evenings and rolling out around 7:00pm. We usually cruise up to Neptune Beach or maybe even a little into...

Nice. 5 speed?

8 track

Laguna forks were Chromoly. Easy to distinguish by "L" shaped cutout in dropouts. Matching fork will help resale value if that is a concern. Most folks don't get too crazy on their Laguna Cruisers so strength should not be an issue. I have jumped a few curbs on my Laguna but would not do...

Stainless will polish very easily and look as good as chrome plating for a long time. Chrome plate will chip as the spokes flex.

Yes. Saw some decent videos on youtube. Also good thread here in how to section.

There were some coaster brake 24"s a while back. One may pop up someday.

Your bike is seriously cool with the Tuffs on it. Have you considered 990 mounts under the chainstays?

I have ridden a prototype 20" Skyway Tuff with a disc brake compatible Profile hub. Was told it would never go to production. I don't think the aluminum flanges are stout enough to support a disc brake but, Tuff Wheels with aluminum flanges are in production now. Contact PlanetBMX.com for...

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I'll play...

Way cool.

Yup. Caliper brakes come in sizes. Most brands, the model name indicates the length of the caliper arms. e.g. Dia-Compe 1020 is longer than the 890... BMX/Beach Cruiser sizes should do the trick for you. 890-1020. Somewhere in that range. Avoid anything off of a "10 speed" (skinny tires).