BF Goodrich question?

[PBYO]

I have had a look for the serial number on and around the BB OF my BF Goodrich project and I can’t find it, any pointers as I want to date the year?
thanks.

 

[GTs58]

Looks like some stampings on the left rear drop out, just above the axle nut.

 

[PBYO]

Impressive, you were spot on.
Is there a database to scrutinise to pin down the year?
Thanks in advance.

 

[mrg]

looks like 53.

 

[PBYO]

Thanks for the help everyone. Are getting parts for this going to be nightmarish?
I have to land the rear fender reflector and the front fender light, I sense trouble.

 

[Freqman1]

You also need the correct seat and grips. I see no problem. V/r Shawn

 

[mrg]

Thanks for the help everyone. Are getting parts for this going to be nightmarish?
I have to land the rear fender reflector and the front fender light, I sense trouble.

Need some Schwinn grips also but all are pretty common parts, should be no problem finding that stuff, keep you eye on the for sale section here.

 

[all riders]

I've seen many things on the F train, but never a nice old Schwinn. Love that picture of that bike against the timeless tile of the subway station. Picture brings back many memories, thanks.

 

[GTs58]

In the Schwinn section there is a Serial Number reference thread in a sticky at the top of the main page.

Schwinn Serial Number Reference | All Things Schwinn

1948-1951 1952-1969 1970-1982

thecabe.com

 

[PBYO]

You have all been extremely helpful and for that my thanks. I have acquired a Schwinn approved black saddle and also black chubby grips, (not sure about the matching of originality but the spirit of the parts are close enough) and they are on their way to me now from eBay. I was more worried about the bike model specific parts, however now that I know there is a ‘Sales’ section I will keep an eye on that and cross my fingers that the fender light and reflector will turn up. Thx for the link to the serial number database it’s going to be very helpful.