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  1. tacochris

    Reduced (Repaint)Schwinn canti horn tank and 4 hole rack

    Price lowered, 250 shipped for both so it ends up being a pretty good price for original steel. Hit me up, lets get these a new home. Repainted deluxe Jag tank (notches for cables). Did a ton of work to repaint both and a careless unattended dog scratched the paint on both and i just lost...
  2. tacochris

    Original survivor 1957 Ross-badged Postal cycletruck

    Well...cant have what you want without sacrifice. So here goes... I have 4 Cycle Trucks currently and they are major space hogs so im offering up the one i havent grown attached to yet. Original Houston post office delivery truck, original logos, patina and everything. Untouched and unmodified...
  3. tacochris

    1955 Corvette 3 speed

    Was planning on getting to this one eventually but too many other things going on and im trying to land something else. 1955 Corvette, original westwind tires, maybe not perfect tires but they are there. Missing ONE pedal. Paint is decent but ive only ever wiped it down so it may clean up...
  4. tacochris

    Sold Survivor BF Goodrich Green Phantom

    Reducing to try: Too much lower and im just being dumb. Already feel its the cheapest Green Phantom ive seen around. Well...the time has come. (I know i know) I have another opportunity so its time to let this ones story continue. Badged BF Goodrich and has been in Houston is entire life and...
  5. tacochris

    1941 Huffman Catalog

    Seems like a pretty cool deal for some prewar goodness. ...and pretty cheap. https://www.ebay.com/itm/304121297310?campid=5335809022
  6. tacochris

    20x2.125 clay colored tires, anyone offering them?

    I have been looking high and low and I have even seen some on the front of cycle trucks and some on prewar 20" bikes but cant seem to find hide-nor-hair of em online.
  7. tacochris

    Survivor 57 Post Office Cycle Truck

    Well i let go of one of black phantoms recently to a good friend. Im not trying to corner the market on phantoms, but mainly because i learned about this bike and had to rescue it! This is a 57 Ross Cycle Truck made by Chain Cycle Company and owned by the Houston Post Office and has spent...
  8. tacochris

    Nice pair of USA Schwinn Studded Balloons

    Had these on my red phantom but ended up putting some Goodyears on it. Still have the mold release nibs and lines on the tires. I only rode em down the street and back once, other than that they were unused before me. Still fairly pliable and soft. Whitewalls should clean up more i just...
  9. tacochris

    Aging new tires and your methods

    Ok so, due to the scarcity of usable period tires, i have begun adding newer reproduction tires to my bikes. My main issue is the stark difference the new tires have against the original patina and how much they stand out far too much. I dont want to make them look like crap, just wanting to...
  10. tacochris

    Huffman 39 Firestone Flying Ace truss question

    I have done my research but cant seem to come to a conclusion as the surviving examples either dont have them or have the wrong ones. I have been working on returning this one-year-only bike back to being complete and I need to know what exact truss rod setup I need to be looking for. Here is...
  11. tacochris

    Sold Two speedos and a badge bundle

    Offering this as a group buy to raise money for parts for other bikes I have in the works. The badge is an early brass version and its fairly straight The Cadet badge is pretty clean and nice with no cracks or imperfections The Schwinn approved speedo is dirty from handling but should clean up...
  12. tacochris

    National Lock Co women's pedals

    What i believe to be women’s pedals but i suppose they could be youth too. National Lock Co pedal pair Shaft on one turns fantastic Shaft on the other turns but needs greasing to be smoother Blocks spin and the hardware looks nice and sharp. Missing one block and some are cracked. Oxy dip would...
  13. tacochris

    Sold NOS Catena Ciclo Record 1/2x3/32 chain and two Z-chains

    These are true NOS as i purchased them from a closed bicycle shop in a small town many years ago. Not alot of roadbike guys on here but i figure someone may want them. Made in Italy Cateno Ciclo Record chain never used, in original paper and box 1/2x3/32 Two 1/2x3/32 Z-chains for multi speed...
  14. tacochris

    Cycle Truck project with road bike decals?

    This is a weird one and I feel pretty good the decals were added to it but the decals look to have been added a really long time ago. Downtube and seat tube have them and they almost look like they belong if you didnt know better. Here is the link and a few pics...
  15. tacochris

    Sold Delta dual teardrop reflector (colson bullnose/clipper etc)

    This is a seldom-offered Delta rear reflector that is normally seen on the rear of Colson bikes like the Bullnose and the Clipper and others. Chrome is in ok shape for the age and has been polished. Reflectors arent cracked and the black gunk that holds them in appears to be holding pretty...
  16. tacochris

    Sale Pending Late 20’s/early 30’s Herbert Hoover plate topper/body tag

    Original, untouched 1928-1932 Herbert Hoover campaign license plate topper or body tag. In pretty good shape considering the age and a nice rich darker orange. Around 5-3/4 long so a decent size. Imagine the history this thing saw!
  17. tacochris

    Prewar LeLuxe by Excelsior OFFERUP

    Check out this item on OfferUp. https://offerup.co/sxmoASiEZrb My feelings are its not all correct and a tad over-priced but a cool bike none-the-less. Has chain-treads and a really nice seat though. Local to me.
  18. tacochris

    This Deluxe Schwinn bearing top race/nut

    This came off of my 41 and it snapped as you can see in the pic. If you have the bearing that goes under it that would help tons too. Ide weld it but there’s a chunk missing.
  19. tacochris

    Early Schwinn deluxe rear reflector/housing UPDATED

    Well I was going to keep this and run it on my B6 but something came up I need to own/save. This was totally blue when i found it and everything you see was literally knocked off with my thumb nail and the chrome was pretty good underneath for a patina rider. The final bits of blue paint will...
  20. tacochris

    Rare or HTF parts on common bikes

    I thought this would make a fun thread after my score last night: Ive been ignoring this ugly bike for a long time posted local for dirt cheap. Yesterday, for some reason the seller decided to post a rear shot and i couldnt believe my eyes! I couldnt get to it fast enough...haha Blue paint...
  21. tacochris

    Prewar rusty springer from the classifieds

    Whomever landed this rusty springer from the classifieds even though there was no price posted for it, please let me know if you dont plan on repairing the legs because i need them and I can repair em. I asked what the cost was at 10am but no response and then it sold somehow.
  22. tacochris

    Teens/twenties spring saddle chassis

    My first DOND so lets see how it goes. Good builder chassis if that's your thing. Surface rust has lifted the black paint in alot of spots but overall pretty solid with the exception of the one broken tab shown in pics below. You get the crazy galvanized top for free! haha🤣 Just don't...
  23. tacochris

    AutoCycle Jewel tank and rack EBAY

    From what ive seen these advertise for this MAY be a solid deal. https://www.ebay.com/itm/255488188492?campid=5335809022
  24. tacochris

    Found Post war/pre-55 Schwinn springer YOKE needed!

    Per the picture below I am needing another original yoke for my 52 springer. Patina is welcome, as well as nice....
  25. tacochris

    Sold (Pair)VW bus light grey patina commercial caps

    Two original light grey commercial model patina hubcaps for pre-67 buses. These are getting alot harder to find in original finish and these are fairly straight examples. 120 shipped on both Thats 60 each compared to 90+ each on most VW sites.
  26. tacochris

    Sold 1939 Schwinn Superior Tourist

    Gonna be posting some bikes so i can finally find a nice B6... 1939 Schwinn Superior Tourist. ALOT of top shelf parts, all logo’d AS goodies, rear disk brake, script seat post, Superior Zephyr script wheels, early goodyear tires etc. Bike isnt locked up and i dont think it would take much to...
  27. tacochris

    41 Schwinn BA107 autocycle fenders INFO needed

    (I need to preface this by saying, I am not looking for a way out of completing this bike and merely have made this post because I want to fine tune my knowledge base so I can find the correct fenders. I know the prewar/post way bike stuff in regards to the frames, forks, wheels etc, just...
  28. tacochris

    Mercury Deluxe FBM Houston

    This is one of those bikes that i fell in love with almost immediately but know full well, at this price, i stand zero chance of ever owning it. What a beautiful survivor bike this is....
  29. tacochris

    Sold Schwinn Prewar true-razor "V" stem

    This is my prewar true-razor V-front Schwinn stem. Said to have been offered in 37.... I lightly cleaned the neck portion of the stem to show you how clean this will get if you take the time to polish. Other than the little rash on the top, the rest is just grease, dirt etc and should clean up...
  30. tacochris

    39 Schwinn Superior

    This was too cool not to have a thread on to me even though its probably clutter. Haha Im not a lightweight guy, BUT im an old Schwinn guy and when i saw this thing i had to land it. Serial B1778 “cotter’d crank” model with all the hallmarks im certain makes this either a late 38 or 39 model...
  31. tacochris

    Old VW stuff for phantom/B6/autocycle parts

    Ok so just throwing this out there because I dont need these things any more and monetarily they are worth as much or more than the stuff Im after for my bike hobby so here goes. What I trade out of the pile will kinda depend on what is offered. First item is an original paint L87 white 56-67...
  32. tacochris

    50’s Higgins Colorflow FB marketplace/nutty price

    I messaged this guy because i love the patina, in the hopes he had accidentally placed the coma and forgot a decimal. Nope....he means 2500. He told me he would take 2k cash today. (Choke) Look closely, its not only missing things, its got alot of wrong things. Not making fun of the guy...
  33. tacochris

    Found WANTED: Ratty (or decent) PRE-55 phantom fenders

    Had a few leads but nothing so far has worked out Thanks in advance! UPDATE: Seat found Just need fenders now! Im after some ratty or even rusty PRE-55 phantom fenders to complete this beat-up-beauty, and even a ratty seat pan, no fabric needed. Rusty, chrome gone, dented, dont care, but...
  34. tacochris

    Sold Prewar long spring/long nose mens saddle

    Ratty original long spring/long nose men’s saddle. Fabric actually used to be a deep red by the looks of the lower seam area. Ride it like this for a rat bike or recover and refinish it for a purdy bike. Your call! 120 shipped or trade for original phantom fenders Spring TX
  35. tacochris

    Speedometer Ive never seen. Opinions?

    My buddy brought home what looks like a balloon-era 35 Elgin Oriole or similar model and it has this speedometer on it and I have not been able to stop thinking about it! I also cant find any info on it either. Looks to be "Racer" as the name but the needle and writing is all art-deco in...
  36. tacochris

    50’s Metal travel picnic table

    Folding travel picnic table, all metal, opens and locks in place as it should. Not terribly heavy either. It could be shipped too if you so choose. Would make a seriously awesome patina swap table as well.
  37. tacochris

    Sold VW December 61 walk-thru Kombi

    Offering my bus for sale in order to move some other life stuff forward. December 1961 walk-thru Kombi. Original paint/patina, 6 long spoon popouts, correct walk-thru front seats with drivers slider bracket, comes with 68 bay rear seating with short middle seat, original title, decklid, front...
  38. tacochris

    Fresh find! New addition to the crusty crew

    So where to begin....Maybe with the unshakable smile on my face for starters! Sorry about the crappy pics, it was dark and raining when I got home. Ive known about this bike for a while but it was just too pricey originally so I just let it go and moved on my life. Flash forward to yesterday...
  39. tacochris

    Schwinn canti-tank shape differences

    Ok so this is eating at my soul and I have been pouring over the net and thecabe and still cant find a solid answer: Did a full garage rearranging over the weekend and had all my bikes lined up and noticed the front tank differences in these 3 phantoms. I have poured over thecabe in all of the...
  40. tacochris

    Sold Pre-war "deep pan" saddle - motorbike, cycleplane, aerocycle etc

    Seat is the correct look for 35-36 era Motorbike, Cycleplane, Aerocycle and Im told a few others along the way. Only difference is the lack of slot in the chassis.... I was saving this for my 41 autocycle but Im going to use the correct one for that one and let this one go. This is very solid...
  41. tacochris

    WANTED: Red and black 54 Monark Cycle King chain guard

    Im running a Firestone Super guard right now but it sure would be nice to have an original Cycle King guard. I know this will take time but I will keep this up until then: Ratty is ok and even encouraged. Thanks! Please and thank you.
  42. tacochris

    Sold 30’s-50’s double clamp headlight

    Came on a bike i got and its not something im not gonna run so i figured ide give someone else a chance to love it. Uncommon double clamp light missing only the lense as far as i can see. Fabric cord is original Wing’d W’s on the side Original white patina finish Not perfect but not one you see...
  43. tacochris

    Early art deco tricycle on FB marketplace in Houston

    I dont buy tricycles because they are hard to display and I dont know anything about them but this one seems really beautiful for the money.
  44. tacochris

    Found Post war Maroon D12/D13 DX front fender

    I know these wanted ads can take a while so i wanted to get the ball rolling. I am needing a front fender for the bike below in maroon (color pictured). It can be heavy patina or good paint im not worried too much about it. It can be D12, D13 or from a DX im not worried either because this...
  45. tacochris

    One black, green or red jewel’d grip

    Well, in the course of my Monark being shipped to me, sadly one of the green jewel’d grips left the box and is gone forever. If anyone has a black grip that is green or red jewel’d ide be a happy camper. Want this bike to look like what i paid for.
  46. tacochris

    Found Red/black Monark Cycle King chain guard

    Looking for this chain guard, ratty is ok and even encouraged. Borrowed the picture to show what i need.
  47. tacochris

    Sold 1950 Schwinn B107 NOW PARTING

    NOW PARTING ----Maroon post-war 6-hole rack SOLD ----Cobalt fender set (no light or guts) SOLD ----Saddle SOLD ----Nice original paint 1950 frame with BFG badge SOLD ----decent torrington block pedals SOLD ----nice solid post war tank SOLD ——crank and phantom-style chain ring SOLD...
  48. tacochris

    Group of 10 original Schwinn Phantoms/spring tx

    This is posted local to be on FB marketplace and is in my neighborhood. I have already spoken to the guy and its legit and he is entertaining offers for all 10. Im not sure if all 10 are pictured here but I grabbed two pictures from the ad: At this price its about a grand each and Im sure you...
  49. tacochris

    Details on this headlight

    I hate to clutter up threads with the typical "what is this thing" questions but I have done miles of footwork and research and have yet to see one like this so I am appealing to you guys. This light came to me on a 28"-framed wood-wheel Excelsior a year or so back. Its double-clamp mounting as...
  50. tacochris

    Reduced Detroit bicycle license plate

    No real idea of the specific year of the plate but the bike it came on was a 1936 model but modified to non-skiptooth sometimes in the 1950's so anytime in that range most likely. 50 shipped OBO paypal preferred
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