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manta ray uses 24" wheels. Ray uses 20" wheels. The answer is no. The ray fork is too short.

anybody read the comments? I laughed till I wet myself. :mrgreen:

hmm....lets see..... 1968 typhoon (restored) 1967 stingray (restored) (sons future bike) 1977 Varsity (single speed) 195? Schwinn DX EZ Speed (rat rod in progress) 1947 Schwinn Autocycle (resto in progress) 1962 Schwinn American 5 speed conversion (Just SOLD)

sounds like broken brake shoes, or time for an overhaul.

That is a schwinn "new world" Not sure of the year, but a cool bike. Probably mid 40's I would snatch that up quick at that price.

Try a product called "rust-free" available at Woodcraft and Rockler hardware stores, as well as other woodworking stores. Try it on a q-tip. Its sulfuric acid, and eats rust. rinse with soapy water. For tough spots use a scotch brite pad. Try to not get it on surrounding paint, as it will...

Thanks for the tips guys. I will try the vinager, as its cheap....I was thinking of rustoleum brown/rust colored primer, and a satin clear coat, at least from 5 feet away, it would look rusty....but I may try just neutralizing the rust and clear coating....I will post more as I know more...

Hey all, My first post here....I have a Schwinn DX frame that is solid rust. I want to keep the rusty patina, but not have it accelerrate...How do I keep the rusty color, but not have it advance into cancer? Will clear coat neutralize the rust? Any thoughts would be great....Any advice...