a REAL klunker thread - Page 3

fmradio516 · #31 03-10-2023, 12:22 PM

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Originally Posted by jamesdak

Totally cool ride but like someone mentioned. I'm not sure if the Hawthorne's draw much value nowdays.

I haven't seen anyone mention the Cabe yet. Best source I know of for info on these style of bikes.

https://thecabe.com/forum/

Have fun with this one, looking forward to seeing what you do with it.

Thanks! That forum is probably what im looking for!

fmradio516 · #32 03-10-2023, 12:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Louis

With the caveat that it would be crazy to spend lots of money no matter what you do, I would do my utmost to keep the stuff (like the ashtabula crank) that gives the bike it's true personality. Change out what is totally trashed, but if at all possible (and reasonable) replace it with something that's either vintage or similar to the original. Minor stuff like the grips, change as you like, but important stuff like the drivetrain should not (IMO) go "modern."

Have fun - it looks like a neat project.

I get ya, and i would keep it all original, but the wheels are not just rusted but more rotted from what I remember(dont have the bike in front of me right now), so I would need to either acquire more modern wheels and replace the chain+crankset OR replace the wheels with another old set of steelies with a skip tooth.

fmradio516 · #33 03-10-2023, 02:01 PM

d'oh! I just realized the modern Felt cruiser i bought with the 2-speed kickback wheels are actually "28 inch"/700c. Guess those will stay on the Felt.

Will start looking into other 26" options!

tellyho · #34 03-10-2023, 02:06 PM

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Originally Posted by fmradio516

d'oh! I just realized the modern Felt cruiser i bought with the 2-speed kickback wheels are actually "28 inch"/700c. Guess those will stay on the Felt.

Will start looking into other 26" options!

How attached are you to the fenders? Might fit 700 without them.

fmradio516 · #35 03-10-2023, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by tellyho

How attached are you to the fenders? Might fit 700 without them.

Good idea... not attached at all. Was planning on removing them anyway if i went the full klunker route... ill take a looksie..

pinkshogun · #36 03-10-2023, 03:11 PM

26" 559 gives you many options. then theres brakes. is the fork drilled for a brake or even have an area that can be drilled? does the rear have a brake bridge or is the fender mounted underneath? if not, a coaster brake is your only option

fmradio516 · #37 03-10-2023, 08:24 PM

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Originally Posted by pinkshogun

26" 559 gives you many options. then theres brakes. is the fork drilled for a brake or even have an area that can be drilled? does the rear have a brake bridge or is the fender mounted underneath? if not, a coaster brake is your only option

ill have to look into that...

I would just build up a set of wheels myself as ive done it before many times but ive always had someone help me figure out spoke length. That has always been something i could never ever figure out... maybe @oldpotatoe can give me his secret

Repack Rider · #38 03-11-2023, 10:53 AM

I will be a guest at the Spider Mountain Trail Party klunker event next week. Come on down.

fmradio516 · #39 03-11-2023, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Repack Rider

I will be a guest at the Spider Mountain Trail Party klunker event next week. Come on down.

Thats sick! My buddy rides at spider all the time.. maybe ill convince him to go and take a bunch of pics/video for me!