LuckyKid
On Training Wheels
I have my original '68 5-speed Fastback. ED92333. Campus Green. I got it for Christmas '68 from Shirar's Schwinn here in Houston.
It's in great condition. I took it to a Schwinn dealer a few years ago and had the following done:
New tubes/tires - OEM Schwinns which I understand someone had made for awhile. They are identical to the originals. (Say "Schwinn" on them, etc)
All New cables - these are a light gray. Came in Schwinn packaging but I think my originals were white?
Replaced a few derailleur parts with OEM
New brake pads.
Bike works great, shifts precisely.
Paint is virtually as new - I was easy on this bike plus my dad kept it oiled up. All decals, badging etc. Seat is orig. white sparkle style. Has a few cracks (2-3) but nothing over 1/2". Faded/yellowed some.
Grips are "whole" - ends are in good shape although darkened some...and dirty.
Ok - my main question is about cleaning the decals (yellowed) and other soft parts such as grips & seat. All suggestions appreciated. I will do the chrome. It's not terrible but there are small rust spots on the wheels.
2nd question is Should I ride it? I'd like to. Would probably put on a temp seat.
It's in great condition. I took it to a Schwinn dealer a few years ago and had the following done:
New tubes/tires - OEM Schwinns which I understand someone had made for awhile. They are identical to the originals. (Say "Schwinn" on them, etc)
All New cables - these are a light gray. Came in Schwinn packaging but I think my originals were white?
Replaced a few derailleur parts with OEM
New brake pads.
Bike works great, shifts precisely.
Paint is virtually as new - I was easy on this bike plus my dad kept it oiled up. All decals, badging etc. Seat is orig. white sparkle style. Has a few cracks (2-3) but nothing over 1/2". Faded/yellowed some.
Grips are "whole" - ends are in good shape although darkened some...and dirty.
Ok - my main question is about cleaning the decals (yellowed) and other soft parts such as grips & seat. All suggestions appreciated. I will do the chrome. It's not terrible but there are small rust spots on the wheels.
2nd question is Should I ride it? I'd like to. Would probably put on a temp seat.