Correct 20 or 22 tooth rear hub for 1962 Typhoon

[SantaCruise]

I'd like to swap out my 18 tooth rear cog for something a little bigger to make it a little easier to navigate some hills. I have a single speed, red-striped, Bendix hub. I don't understand the compatibility of the cogs to other years or even other manufacturers. For example, this 22T cog is for a Bendix hub but the description says compatible with 1963-1996.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE-BE...h=item23749c7ed0:g:SbwAAOSwPCVYAU8x:rk:2f:0

If this isn't the correct cog for a 1962 Bendix, what should I be looking for?

Thanks in advance for the help!

 

[GTs58]

Are you sure your Typhoon is actually a 1962 model? It could be a 1963 model with a late 62 serial number.

Schwinnstore's prices, your link, have the highest prices you'll ever find.
http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-5...0001&campid=5335809022&icep_item=182067687475

This one is way cheaper. Maybe send the seller a message to make sure it will fit.
http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-5...0001&campid=5335809022&icep_item=202259990355

 

[juanitasmith13]

That Schwinnstore gear was made after the Bendix move to Mexico in the 1970s.... Do show a photo of your frame and the serial number. Also a shot of your brake arm!

 

[GTs58]

Just back tracked. Looks like it's a 62 with the continuous twin bar. So, what is the difference between the 63 and up and the older Bendix coaster sprockets? Spline verses three nubs? I only collect 5 speeds. lol

 

[rollfaster]

If your hub is a RB-2 with the three divots, I have a few Bendix 22t sprockets. I also have 20t.

 

[bikemonkey]

I'd like to swap out my 18 tooth rear cog for something a little bigger to make it a little easier to navigate some hills. I have a single speed, red-striped, Bendix hub. I don't understand the compatibility of the cogs to other years or even other manufacturers. For example, this 22T cog is for a Bendix hub but the description says compatible with 1963-1996.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE-BE...h=item23749c7ed0:g:SbwAAOSwPCVYAU8x:rk:2f:0

If this isn't the correct cog for a 1962 Bendix, what should I be looking for?

Thanks in advance for the help!

You need to determine if your hub's cogs are threaded (Red Band - YOP 1961 to 1963) or have the three tabs and snap ring (RB-2 - YOP May '63 onwards). Bendix changed that threaded design in May of '63 to their Red Band 2 model. It is possible to have a '63 Schwinn with the earlier RB Bendix hub as it falls on the cusp of the model changeover.

Many of the three tab cogs on the market will fit a RB-2 hub with the exception of some Shimano cogs. The tabs have dimples on them which interfere with a snug fit of the snap ring (which could be unhealthy for you and the bike - no brakes!).

 

[bikemonkey]

Are you sure your Typhoon is actually a 1962 model? It could be a 1963 model with a late 62 serial number.

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Schwinnstore's prices, your link, have the highest prices you'll ever find.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Bendix-22-...Zst0L:sc:USPSFirstClass!85295!US!-1:rk:6:pf:0

This one is way cheaper. Maybe send the seller a message to make sure it will fit.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/KT-E-22-22...=item2f17a28753:g:sEcAAOSwhQtaqFwe:rk:21:pf:0

I won't argue about the price difference, but in fairness you are comparing a Schwinnstore NOS Bendix 22T cog with a new Taiwanese cog.

 

[rollfaster]

I agree, mine are American made Bendix!!

 

[GTs58]

I won't argue about the price difference, but in fairness you are comparing a Schwinnstore NOS Bendix 22T cog with a new Taiwanese cog.

The first link I posted was the identical Bendix cog for 5 bucks less. (lotsofparts) price at 20 bucks shipped plus you get the brake arm strap.

 

[SantaCruise]

Wow, thanks to everyone for the replies. Unfortunately I'm away from the bike until the weekend. When I get back, looks like I'll need to determine if I have a three lug, or spline or maybe even threaded cog. The exploded views help a lot and its a big step forward to just understand that there is an RB and an RB-2 model. Really, thanks to everyone for taking the time to reply, I really appreciate it.