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Wanted to take a moment and share a few snaps of my completed DX Whizzer. Long story on the build and while I realize it is not 'correct' in every detail, please know that I built it with a focus on a look I was after. Shamelessly copied the colour scheme from another Caber. Much generous advice...

Who in the aftermarket sell this item? Mine has the typical (i'm guessing) crack in the front screw hole that I have tried 3 different metal epoxy mixes to fix but no joy. Thinking of trying my 'miracle pot metal' welder stick process as a last resort.

Hey Bob, Is #1 still available? Ron

Hey Whizzer bug, thanks for the input. Im old, is this that little coke bottle vessel with a knurled top that runs off the tyre? Do I pass on it or do I do the tail lite? Really personal question but Im close to getting my project done and Im getting opening nite jitters? It is coming along SO...

Looking for some advice on whether or not to install a tail lite on my Whizzer. I have the correct part but wondering what the general concensus is on installing it? Does it detract from the bike? Is power pulled from the engine magneto? Where is the correct spot to affix it?

Thanks Gents. I had the two part epoxy laying in wait. Been a year since I bought the bones of this bike from an old friend and am finally at assembly. So cool! Never built a bicycle before (lots of motorcycles, micro cars and oddities). Very cool experience. So much to know but the Cabers have...

Sorry if this is the wrong place to pose a technical question but I need some experienced help with an assembly question. FINALLY getting my Whizzer assembled. Don't have an exploded parts view so need to ask. How is the fender light lense held in place? I must ne missing some bit? All help...

I've just returned home after 6 months away on my annual pilgrimage south and in my mail was Grays Field Guide to Schwinn Head Badges. WOW. I just wanted to send Barry an expression of my appreciation for this amazing, quality publication. You are a very gifted fellow Barry. My older brother has...

Well alright then. That is great intel and much appreciated. I am trying to build some knowledge on this marque so as to do mine justice while I rebuild it. CABErs are a gold mine of information and experience and I am grateful for all and any nuggets of knowledge shared. Such an interesting and...

Cool idea.

Is the dog leg crank used for the same off set reasons?

Like any combustion motorized vehicle, as long as they are maintained and not abused, yes they will last.

Likely the dealer did this?

Here's a snap of my frame. The left (belt side) frame extension appears to NOT be cylindrical. Is this it?

Where is the dimpling done. I have the template for and have cut the fenders per for the belt but I am still curious where and why and what 'dimpling of the frame' is all about. Must be a clearance issue for the belt?

These are probably dull questions but I gotta ask. Whizzer stuff. I have a forties bike and was told when I bought it that it had "the dimpled frame". What exactly is that? Second bit, it seems the springer on my bike is larger. I'm told the spokes and rims should also be beefier. My...

Poop indeed. Hmmm. Can I give you a Sweetgrass Montana clearing house address to send it to? Two gals in Montana at the border are running a little business where I order from a US supplier (you), have you ship it to them @ Montana Shipping Outlet (I'll give you the address for calculating my...

I see you are "withdrawn" not sure if it is cause you chose not to sell of did sell. Not shy about the price on the Schwinn decaled fender if you still have it and would sell it.

Don't want to step on toes and I will absolutely respect the queue but if Danny isnt interested I am. Please let me know.

still for sale??

I love those 'home grown mod techniques'. HA!! I'm in if you can source one (and bearings) in your stash. Here's the maple syrup ringer, I am in Canada. Hoping that doesn't sour a deal. If not and you have, please quote me including postage to T1V 1J9 425 Homestead Trail SE, High River Alberta...

hey Jim, do you still have this for sale. Is Canada par tof the lower 48 (?).

Im interested mucho. (Lap shots were a little odd but hey!) What will you take (PM please) and lets get er done!

OK, really (no really) dumb question. Im finishing up a DX Schwinn Whizzer and was told I had the wrong chain ring (shoulda been a cloverleaf?). So I have that solved now Im asking about the pedal cranks. Were the Whizzer bike pedal cranks different from the no Whizzer Schwinns? Different offset...

A little advice pleeeeze. Do Whizzer equipped Schwinns use a different pedal crank (offset) from a non Whizzer equipped Schwinn?

Hey Bob. I am getting close to the assembly stage of my DX Whizzer and have been 'schooled' that I have the wrong chain ring and chain guard on it. I'm told I need a cloverleaf ring and smaller guard. Can I buy one of your rings (the best one of course) and if necessary (for clearance issues)...

Seems to be a different frame from mine. What is the correct sprocket for mine. Any idea what the bike is? I was guessing a 1946 D97XE6 in looking at the sales guides but again the serial number starts with an I. Lots of talk about being cautious about dating a bike by the serial number.

Good Saturday All. I am in the closing stages of rebuilding a bike I acquired from a buddy (after 20 years). I am not looking for a 100 point bike but I would like it to be relatively representative. I do have some repop bits but have been told I have the wrong sprocket on it (among other...

Hey Barry, Mark my vote as for more content (more pages). That is what buying reference books (for me) is about. I bought 2 volumes of CBX books and they are HUGE, but chock full of info of necessity and of interest and both have value for an enthusiast.

HI Barry, WOW! Please sign me up for version one and two! Very cool and much appreciated!

Looks like they are already sold out!! Time to fire up the mig. Did anyone take more pictures? More shots of the mounting bracket would be helpful. Looks like the bike teeter totters on the mount with the bike in a nose heavy position lifting the rear wheel. I see straps pulling the rear of the...

Can you share details on cost and availability for the lift. Simple and very cool.

Sometimes the pursuit and preservation of cool machinery is a purely selfish one. Pay yourself first as they say. Indeed I know that there is, within the newest younger generation, some that do get it. So cool to encounter these few. We cannot expect to attract and convert them all remembering...

Very cool. Can I still still grab one? It’s going to Canada!

So here's the stupid question of the day. I am collecting and assembling bits on a 40's Schwinn balloon tyre bike (my first bicycle project). Now that I've got a front fender on it, the springer rebuilt and fitted and added a speedo drive, I've run out of axle width. The front hub is a schwinn...

You're the best my friend. Thank you for the details. Much appreciated. We are all managing thru these weird times. Lots of shop time which aint a bad thing for sure! Stay safe. Ron

HI Lester. Ron Nichols here (the canadian). Hope you are enduring the pandemic with a minimum of discomfort. Hoping for an update on the lense I purchased from you. Have not got any shipping info and no updates from Paypal. Can you bring me up to speed please? with thanks Ron

Got it. Hmm. Indeed I have new headlight fenders, new front fork legs, steering lock yoke and rack so...... might make sense to do it all including the frame (after all it isn’t OE paint anyway). Do you have an opinion on powder coating vrs. paint?

You’re absolutely correct. That they were offered in black is a plus. The paint on it is pretty good and laid well hence my thoughts about preserving it and adding the darts. (Cream?)

I apologize if this is a tiresome topic but I need some seasoned opinions as I want to get this right. I’m getting ready to address the paint on what I think is my D97E h motor Whizzer. The frame is painted black and it looks original. Could it be? If yes I’ll improve the paint rather than...

how do I get onto your list as a Whizzer owner in need of info? Very interested in the newsletter (and DVD).

Do you have a lense left for sale or did I miss the boat?

Wow, Alec. Really lovely work. Great combination of stripes, colour and chrome. You should be very proud. I am building and earlier DX frame H motor bike and am at the 'hanging parts point. I agree that rushing is an error. I have shamelessly grabbed copies of your work for guideance. Alec you...

are these still available? Will you ship to Canada?

Sorry, don't need the guard so glad you found a buyer, but I DO need the decals. Have you a pair of the Schwinn ones that you might sell to a Canadian?

Hey Connor, I'm away from home so cannot get to the bike to photograph the serial number. I scoured my pictures that I have with me and none show that! The serial number is, the letter i followed by 81098. The i is a capital (looks like an i beam). Im attaching an early picture of the bike so...

HI Connor. I did .....'unfortunately your serial number does not appear in our registry' .....?

I get kinda excited when people 'in the know' start yakking about frame serial numbers and you cats seem to be 'very', in the know. Can you guesstimate, approximate or shareimate (?) what a serial number stamped as I81098 means? That first character looks like a capital i. Ive been thru the...

Makes sense. My luggage rack (a chrome 6 hole) and my chain guard are both full of patina so I might just let them be. After all, I’m building it for me. There are always alternative opinions when it comes to restore or to conserve, to use only OE or to use reasonable repro, to ride or not to...

I’m pre fitting each piece as it arrives to ensure I have a workable part, that I have all the correct fasteners and that any work each part needs gets done. Still a few bits coming but I am feeling like it’s going in the right direction. I have no illusion that it will be anything more than a...