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  1. Tikibar

    1938 Schwinn Excelsior Ladies Blue & Turquoise

    Picked up this elegant lady on Craigslist. It was only about 5 blocks from my house. Owner said he bought his home from a little old lady about 20 years ago and this bike was left in the garage when he moved in. Serial number looks to be Y85811. Excelsior badged with a locking fork that still...
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    Schwinn Returns to the U.S. (sort of)

    Schwinn returns to the USA to build...wait for it...Collegiates!...lol https://www.detroitnews.com/story/business/2020/07/15/detroit-bikes-brings-schwinn-production-back-united-states/3251266001/
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    Is there a difference between Schwinn springer and non-springer frames?

    A noob question, but is there a difference between a Schwinn frame that has a springer fork and a frame that doesn't? I have some prewar straightbar frames. Do I have a choice between using either a springer or non-springer fork, or is the frame made for one or the other? How can I tell the...
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    1936 Schwinn Double Bar Roadster Project

    And so it begins... Been wanting to join the 'Roadster Club' for a while now and had picked up this double bar frame from a fellow Caber. Looks like house paint over not much og paint, so I could go either way - keep the house paint and build up a crusty rider or go all-in with a restore and...
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    Prewar Stingray!!

    With rear facing drop-outs, this must be the first Stingray ever! ;) http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?icep_ff3=2&toolid=10001&campid=5335809022&icep_item=392833560396
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    Sign of the Times

    Worth it for the TP alone! :) https://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?icep_ff3=2&toolid=10001&campid=5335809022&icep_item=303516910824
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    Which is the original 1950's Schwinn Panther Reflector?

    I have a 1951 Schwinn Panther. Looking to see what is the definitive reflector that goes on the rear fender? I've looked at photos of a couple dozen different Panther cruisers, but it seems like folks are using a variety of different reflectors from rasberry reflectors to Stimsonite 10 and...
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    Prewar Harold Van Doren Aluminium Bicycle

    Cool Harold Van Doren bicycle. Haven't seen one of these before. http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?icep_ff3=2&toolid=10001&campid=5335809022&icep_item=233240200205
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    Antique Victorian Bicycle Skirt Lifter

    Never seen one before, couldn't resist taking a peek...;) https://www.ebay.com/itm/Antique-Victorian-bicycle-skirt-lifter-Rare-and-unusual/264276165876
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    Will S-7 Wheel Rims fit on an S-6 Size Bike?

    My daily rider is a '73 Schwinn speedster with 26 inch S-6 rims. I'd like to use the wider tires available for the S-7 wheel rims. Does anyone know if the S-7 rim will fit on a bike that takes S-6 wheels, like a Speedster? I'm not talking about the size of the rubber tires, the question is...
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    Difference between a Motorbike and an Autocycle?

    The prewar B10, DX, and Cantilever models have different frames and other differences that are pretty obvious. But when it comes to the straight bars, what is the difference between the prewar Schwinn straight bar models for "Motorbike" and "Autocycle"? Is there a difference in the frame, such...
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    1938 Schwinn Motorbike in London

    If only I was in London... https://london.craigslist.org/cbd/6743880958.html
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    First use of the Schwinn oval badge?

    There's probably a simple, easy answer to this question, but my searches didn't find it. When was the earliest or first use of the Schwinn oval badge with the vertical "Schwinn" letters? Not asking about this badge specifically, but how far back does this design go? Prewar? Bonus question -...
  14. Tikibar

    WTB Prewar Light Brackets

    Looking for prewar brackets to mount electric bicycle lights - handlebar, truss rod or stem bolt mounting brackets. Could use one or multiples, have more than one bike that needs mounting. New or old looking is fine, but prewar type. Thanks! Something like these:
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    Pair of Indians

    Not mine, a pair of his and hers Indians on that auction site http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?icep_ff3=2&toolid=10001&campid=5335809022&icep_item=223195173851
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    How to stop springer squeek?

    I love my '51 Panther with the springer fork, but it squeeks! I've tried adjusting the springer parts and spraying silicon lube (silicon to protect the rubber bumper). What else can I do to stop the squeek???
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    Things To Do While The Cabe is Down for Maintenance

    Getting nervous already, gotta think of some things to do during the Cabe upgrade! :eek: Here's my suggestions: 1. Read a book on bicycles. If you're too young to know what a book looks like, Google it 2. Try suspended animation, the Cabe will be back in the blink of an eye 3. Ride a bike for...
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    Help Identifying 1938 Fender Light

    Anyone know what fender light this is? It's pictured in the 1938 Schwinn catalog for model BC117. https://bikehistory.org/catalogs/1938.html Description says it's a polished aluminum, self contained, fender light. Thanks!
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    Wanted: Schwinn Prewar Truss Rods - Boy's

    Looking for a pair of Schwinn truss rods and a bracket for a boy's prewar locking fork. My project is a repaint, so hoping for a pair or rods in good condition to match. Here are examples. I think this is what I need for a boy's '38 Model C, but feel free to correct me. Let me know what you...
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    Newb Question about Schwinn Locking Fork Key

    I now have my first prewar, truss rod, locking fork!! When the fork is locked, it's easy to pull out the key. But when the fork is unlocked, the key cannot be pulled out. This is probably the newbiest question ever - when I'm riding the bike (with the fork unlocked), the key stays in the lock...
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    Prewar Motobike Hanging Tank Bracket

    This is a crusty hanging tank bracket. Goes on a mid 1930s motobike tank. I need one or two more like it - either one bracket to match this one or a pair of two brackets that look like they go together. Rust or patina is good! The holes are 2 inches apart, center to center and overall the...
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    Schwinn Jaguar Tricycle

    Not mine, unsure what to call this, but it's unique :tongueout: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?icep_ff3=2&toolid=10001&campid=5335809022&icep_item=352311538538
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    Help Identifying 1938 "MBL" Bicycle License Plate

    This bicycle license plate was found in Oregon, but could be from anywhere. The design and holes remind me of some California plates from the 1930's. Hoping someone might know where "MBL" is from?
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    Prewar Schwinn(?) Frame with Caliper Brake Mounts??

    I was visiting an office recently and noticed this straight bar klunker parked inside. Took a picture of it, because the frame looked like a prewar Schwinn. Didn't notice until I got home that it looked like it might have built in mounts for a caliper brake. Wish I had taken a better picture of...
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    Mystery Muscle

    This muscle bike has a Schwinn shifter, but the rest might be a mix? Wondered if anyone knows the make of the bike or at least the frame. Thanks!
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    Found WTB - Schwinn Black Prewar Truss Locking Fork (Boy's 26")

    Hi all, looking for a prewar Schwinn truss rod locking fork in black paint with the white triangle and the red pin-striping. It's for a boy's 26" bike - Paint can be original paint or repaint - Truss rods can be bent style, curved style or missing the rods - Top bracket hardware can be present...
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    Guide to Prewar Schwinn Fork Struts

    Can anyone provide some guidance on the different fork struts used on prewar Schwinn models? (non-springer forks) There appear to be two main shapes for the struts; the older one has a bent angle right where the strut goes through the loop on the fork arm. The newer struts have a gentle curve...
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    Show Us Your July 4th Bikes!!!

    With the USA Independence Day just around the corner, I'm sure you're all getting your bikes decorated for the big July 4th parade. Well, maybe not ;). But if you are, show us your July 4th bikes!!! (past and present).
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    Schwinn Chainring Rule of Thumb?

    I've seen at least 3 different types of chainrings used on Schwinn prewar and postwar 26" balloon tire bicycles. I'll call these chainrings the Sweetheart style, Phantom style and Clover leaf style. For instance these pictured below are similar bikes, but have different chainrings. Do motobike...
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    Found WTB - 1936 Schwinn AS Crank

    Wanted to buy - a men's AS 1936 Schwinn crank. Can be straight or dogleg, with or without chain ring. Hopefully the crank will be embossed with "AS" or "AS & Co" and 36 or 1936. For man's bike. Thanks for looking WTB - 1936 Crank Schwinn B10E by Tikibar posted May 23, 2017 at 5:52 PM WTB -...
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    Transgender Schwinn?

    Assuming this is a Schwinn, is this a girl's bike turned into a boy's bike or maybe a model I've not seen before? It seems to have an extra bar the girls don't have ;)
  32. Tikibar

    WTB Green Schwinn Panther Straight Bar Tank

    Looking for a early 1950's straighbar tank for a green Schwinn Panther. It's for a rider and looks like this. Let me know what you have, thanks Schwinn Panther Green Straight Bar Tank by Tikibar posted Feb 25, 2017 at 5:43 PM
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    The Green Panther

    Years ago, a friend of mine was helping the nuns in the local convent sell some things at their garage sale. He knew I was into old bicycles and called me up to tell me there was an antique bicycle there and I should come over. Turns out it was an early '50's blue on blue Schwinn Panther. Being...
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    The Basics of Sprocket and Cog Tooth Ratios - or - My Skiptooth Dilemma

    Hi all, I'm interested in making it harder to pedal so I can go faster on my skiptooth cruiser bike. Should I increase or decrease the number of skiptooth teeth? And should I increase the teeth on the sprocket, the cog or both? I understand I can also increase the ratio by adding gears to my...
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