Chrome struts?

[Misfit43]

Hey guys,

Anyone know where I can get a set of chrome fork struts for my 07 Schwinn? I know Electra has them for sale on their site, but anyone know if they fit a Schwinn cruiser? I have this bike:

It's my everyday ride now. I think the struts would look awesome on my bike.

Thanks!

 

[Lightfoot]

I'll pull a measurment off the struts on my electra as soon as I find my tape measure (I'm in the process of moving to a new house). Might not have a chance til tomorrow night.

 

[Misfit43]

Thanks! That would be awesome. :mrgreen:

 

[62Higgins]

Bikeworldusa.com sells the Electra struts, they come in two sizes (I believe 21" and 23").

Drop Debbie an email and see what she has in stock.

62H

 

[Lightfoot]

The measurement on my Electra Super Deluxe is 23 1/4" from the bottom of the headset nut to the center of the axle.

 

[ACD]

If you get some too long you can always do what I did on my "Escaped Convict" RRBBO2 entry. These came off a 26" Hawethorn and I simply wedged the ends between two boards on my deck and "bent" them evenly to fit the 24" bike . It makes for a unique look.

Aaron

 

[Misfit43]

Thanks for the help guys. My measurement from the bottom of the head nut to the center of the axle is about 22" - which would mean the shorts would be too short by an inch. I think I might try the long struts and maybe either try to arch them more to fit, or drill my own axle slot higher up or bend them at the bottom a little. I'll see when I get them.

Thanks again!