here is my entry for the build off. it's my first one, and i'm glad to be part of it.
i'm using a 1953 schwinn straightbar frame. previous owner had painted black primer over the entire bike to hide the rust, chain, seat, wheels/tires, everything!
this is how it looked when i started:
i sanded it down by hand and counted at least 5 coats of old paint:
here it is in primer and mocked up with some parts from my garage. i rode it for the first time and liked it. i plan on using the white tires and painted rims, and possibly the fenders. i'm going to use a different front end and stem/bars combo:
i'll update with info and pics as it progresses, and i am open to any comments you might have.
thanks, and good luck to all, will
i'm using a 1953 schwinn straightbar frame. previous owner had painted black primer over the entire bike to hide the rust, chain, seat, wheels/tires, everything!
this is how it looked when i started:
i sanded it down by hand and counted at least 5 coats of old paint:
here it is in primer and mocked up with some parts from my garage. i rode it for the first time and liked it. i plan on using the white tires and painted rims, and possibly the fenders. i'm going to use a different front end and stem/bars combo:
i'll update with info and pics as it progresses, and i am open to any comments you might have.
thanks, and good luck to all, will