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Looking for two Garton Power Tractor 10x1.75 tires for this wagon. Would also consider buying the complete wheel. Same paint and condition would be a plus but not a big deal. Thanks!! Tom Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I picked up a rather neglected 38 colson steer from da rear tandem. Missing the chain between the front and rear cranks. How many link chain is needed? What type of seats were on it? I couldn’t pass it up with them tassels dangling out front!! Thanks for your help Tom Sent from my iPhone...

I guess I have been pricing these wrong. https://www.ebay.com/itm/RARE-ANTIQUE-DELTA-BICYCLE-LIGHT-VINTAGE-BIKE-LIGHT/173509692865?hash=item2865fbcdc1:g:YgYAAOSwFWdbixgo

Was wondering if there was anyone in or near the Hobart Indiana area that would be willing to pick up, pack and ship a bike for Me. I haven’t purchased the bike yet. I was just seeing if I did if I would be able to get it sent to me. I would need it shipped to PA. Of course your Time, effort and...

Need a little help. I was asked by a customer to help id a bike. I know little to nothing about Raleigh bikes. I haven’t seen the bike in person just a couple of cell phone pics that are a bit rough. I do apologize for the pics but that’s how I got them. Any info as to the model, age etc would...

I came across a set of Veith tires. 26x2.125. I've never seen or heard about this brand before. They are soft and rideable. All markings are in the photos and are only on one side of the tire. Any info on them would be appreciated. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Does anyone have a semi affordable Schwinn Starburst badge? Had my wife's FairLady on the rack on the back of the truck and when we got home the bike was still there but the badge was missing. Of all parts that could fall off the damn bike it would happen to be that badge. If anyone has one that...

I'm looking for a set of truss rods for a girls prewar Shelby. They look like the ones pictured but need to be a bit longer 23 1/2" from the threaded end to the center of the mounting hole. I don't need the bracket but will take one. Thanks Tom Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Took my 45' military Compax to a parade on Sat. Thanks to one Military reenactor who just happen to have a Thompson tommy gun handy. Had a chance to redo one of the Compax ads. Well almost. Had a great time. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Picked up some parts and this fork was included. Any idea as to what it belongs to?? Thanks Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

After months of trying to sell this Columbia complete and having no interest shown in it. It's part out time. All prices plus the ride unless listed. PayPal friend will work or if not no problem... regular PayPal is ok too. Springer fork $120.00 pending Frame $80.00 SOLD Seat $50.00 SOLD Chain...

Went to the NEPA AVP Airport Airshow this weekend. Brought a couple bikes to display. Good size crowd with a lot of interest in the bikes. Couple pics.... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Nice early 50's Columbia 3 Star Deluxe. Nice survivor. Only thing not original are the tires. 26" in rideable condition. Missing the lens. Rear fender bottom is a little buggered up. Bike is As found. $475.00 shipped. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I came across this part and im searching for some input as to what it might be. The diameter is 5". I'm guessing a backing plate for a brake. But it look is like it still needs to be finished. Only drilled hole is in the middle. Shouldn't it have more machining done to it? What might it be for...

Hey Cabers, I was going thru some family photos and came across several pics that show a couple of bikes. I had never seen these pics before. First pic is of my Dad on his bike. I would guess it I s from the late 40's. The second pic is my parents from 1959. It was at my grandparents house and...

Hey Cabers, I have been looking for years for any original metal painted or porcelain advertising signage from the Shelby Cycle Co. with little to, or should I say, no luck. This is not a wanted to buy thread but more of a wanted to see thread. Do they exist and if so please share any pics...

I'm headed to trexlertown this Sat. Not setting up just going for the day. I have some stuff for sale that if someone is interested in I can bring it along. I was lazy when I posted this so If you need additional pics let me know. 1. 41 Columbia Westfield Miami badged bike. $625.00 2. 50's...

Took my MC bike to the Red Ball military show in Gilbert Pa. My daughter rode our MG woman's as well. First time I had the MC out. Had a great time. Met a bunch of nice people and had some great conversations. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

My Columbia military girl has a new sister. Just finished up my second girls bike. The one on the right I have had for a while the newest addition is the one on the left. When I got the bike it was in pieces and had been repainted multiple times. I stripped and repainted most parts. The rear...

I picked up some parts and this frame was with them. I'm not familiar with the badge. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks Tom Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I'm looking for a set of Dropstand bolts and nuts for a prewar/wartime 26" Columbia bicycle. Thanks in advance Tom Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I'm looking for a set of 26x2 tires marked United States Tire . They have the hooked edge bead on them. Made by the United States Rubber Company. Prewar to wartime mfg. I'm looking for a set that is in decent shape. Rideable would be great but would be happy with a set that would display nicely...

Odd project I'm working on. I'm looking for a set of old crusty drop center hoops or even a complete 26"x2.125 wheel set. Not too concerned about condition but!!! They have to have old faded yellow or yellowed White house paint on them. The more yellow(ed) the better. Check out the pics to see...

Looking for a blacked out seat post for a Columbia bike. Looking for one like the one pictured. Blacked out of course. Thanks Tom Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I'm looking for a set of the truss rods that are shown on this bike. The pic is from Howard Gordon's post from the Rapp's 2016 show. (Howard, Thanks for posting it , it's the best pic I could find of the rods) Thanks Tom Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

In need of a wartime wheel set 26x1 3/8 with black out hubs. Rims are white enamel with black pin stripes. Rear hub is a New departure. Here is a pic of the front wheel I'm looking for. Thanks Tom Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Looking for two handlebars and one stem like the ones pictured above. They are torrington blacked out bars for a sports tourist. Need one of similar or better quality the other can be any condition. Thanks Tom Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

What is the best complete kit available to motorize a bike? Ive seen a bunch advertised but I have Nooooo idea where to start. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Tom

Hello fellow cabers... Looking for a wartime Morrow rear hub. Im in need of the heavy duty marked 36-10 hub. I could use one or two. L,M,N,O dated hubs would be nice. L,M would be special. I would take the complete hub or just the shell. A complete wheel would also work. Thanks Tom

Looking for this fender brace for a wartime Columbia/Westfield 26" bicycle. Pics are borrowed from another posting. (Thanks Johan) I would consider a complete fender. Let me know what ya got! Thanks Tom

I am relying on the vast knowledge of the cabe for some help. I picked up a box of parts. Bunch of bike parts but a couple of auto and complete junk stuff. In there I found three things that I just don't have a clue as to what they are. Hope someone can help... Here they are.... This is about...

Looking for the headlight Bezel, Reflector and lens for a Shelby Girls Airflo tank. Here is a pic I lifted from the sight that shows the tank...http://thecabe.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?48467-Shelby-Airflo-tank-frame-fork-F-S&highlight=shelby+airflo+tank Need something to fit this tank or...

Need some help. I picked up this bike on Sat. From what I can tell it is a Columbia/westfield bike model Vg 296. I thought that they were a wartime produced civilian bike. It looks to be original paint with a aftermarket chain guard and a replaced chain ring. The seat and grips are also added...

Couple weeks ago my daughter was taking the bus on her way to school. Got a text from her...Dad, Just saw a girls bike sitting in front of a house. its with a lot of trash. I figured it was nothing so I asked her if it was a newer bike. I should have know. "Dad, You should know better. I...

I'm looking at a bike in the Pomona CA area. Its not a done deal but would like to see if there is anyone in that area that would be able to pack and ship it to PA. Thanks Tom

I just picked up a new girl. I have never seen this model with a Peerless badge. Any info out there? I figure it once had a tank but there is a bracket for truss rods. Did this model ever come with both? or No tank and rods? Someone added rods? I know the grips, kickstand and seat are not...

Looking for an Eclipse heavy duty 36 10 front hub(s) or complete wheel also looking for wartime L-M-N-O dated Morrow 36 10 rear hub(s) or wheel. Thanks Tom

I'm looking for a seat for a 45' Compax Bike. The following link is to a pic on Mr Columbias site. It shows the seat that I am looking for...

Cabers, Im looking for a boys right side Torrington 8 with wooden blocks in the same condition as the one pictured. Or set that is in similar shape. I would also take a set of original wooden blocks. As always...Thank you! Tom

Hey Cabers..... I'm looking for a set of U.S. Royal Master w/ Centipede grip 26 x 2.125 tires. They will be for a display so ridable quality, although wanted, isn't required. I'm looking for a set but would take one tire. Let me know what ya got. Thanks Tom

Hey Cabers... I'm looking for a prewar/wartime Columbia "coffin" style chainring. Finish is not an issue. Let me know if you have one that you want to get rid of. Thanks Tom

Wish I could make it to the Shelby Invasion ride this Sunday. Something that is on my bucket list. Since I can't be there I dug out a few of my Shelbys in support of the ride. Consider it the Eastern alliance. To quote Frank...." Ride Shelbys!!" Have fun at the ride. Tom

Although not 100% complete I had to post a couple pics. Almost two years of part searching and assembly came together last weekend. And here they are. Boys is an early 42' girls is a 43'. Lots of thanks to Johan Willaert www.theliberator.be for helping to id the bikes and for helping out with...

I picked up a bike the other day and while there I saw this bike sitting there and had it thrown in with the deal. I don't know much about Schwinns and thought that this was a newer model. When I got home I checked the serial #R18154, I found that it is from 55'. Question is ...is it? if so what...

Anyone have a set of truss rods for a prewar/wartime Columbia Westfield boys bicycle? The Bike I have is a 41'. I just need the rods but would take the top plate too. Thanks Tom

Looking for at least 36 ( But I would take 72...144) Heavy Duty spokes .105 with 1/4in heavy duty nipples. I attached a couple pics of the nipples I need with a standard nipple for comparison. The length of the spokes are 10 5/8. Length of the nipples are 7/8" with a 1/4" width. Thanks

Anyone have a couple sets of Elgin or Westfield badge screws that they would be willing to part with? I could use at least two sets. Thanks

Looking for Heavy duty Morrow rear and Eclipse front hubs and or wheel set. Looking for these years (42-43) with 36 10 markings. But would take any wartime dates. I appreciate any help or leads. Thanks

Just wondering if someone can help me out...I'm looking for two, one left side one right, curved fender braces for a Shelby bike. I am looking for the rear fender braces but I think the front braces are the same. Thanks Tom

Here is a Western Flyer Girls Bicycle that I am selling. I picked it up recently but just have too many projects. The tank and frame have been repainted. Solid rideable bike. I haven't checked the light to see if it works. Pedals and seat are in great shape. $200.00 shipped OBO Thanks