Elgin twin bar count

[Balloontyre]

twin formation

Does anyone know if the 4 star/Twin 40 ever came with, or had the option of having,f the gothic chain guard on it or has it always been the simpler "hockey stick" chain guard as seen on every Twin 40 in this thread?

Would it be "wrong" to put the gothic guard on the Twin 40? I have one and wondering what is most "correct"

thanks.... Wayne

Did you see this thread? Great info, I'm unaware of the 40 having a gothic guard option.
http://thecabe.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?19808-Twin-Formation/page2

 

[Twinbar]

Twin 40 guard

The twin 40 would have a chrome plated hockey stick chain guard. A gothic guard like the Twinbar tank could be added over the counter as a substitution or option after the purchase of the bike. These typically where chrome plated as well. This brown Twin 40 is about as original preserved as you will find bought from the original owner in her 90's.

 

[Danimal]

Can somebody perhaps post some close up photos of the joints for both the headtube and bottom bracket areas? I have a frame like #1 or #2 below. The headtube has had work in the past, but I'm not sure how the BB should look. Some welds look pretty sloppy. I could use some pics to help me figure out where my bike has been repaired. Thanks.

 

[zephyrblau]

I'd like to add my thanks to those who have contributed to the thread. this has worked to solidify the Twin as my dream bike.
thanks for helping me spend (MORE) money! :eek: I am on the hunt. any leads appreciated.

 

[then8j]

This twinbar, which is made up of leftover parts to my build last year, is going to be built up as a ratrod bike. These bikes just have style. I'll post more pictures later

Elgin twinbar by then8j, on Flickr

 

[frank-elginfan2]

Here's mine

This is my pride and joy

 

[Balloontyre]

Patent

It is my understanding that the longer portion of the post was designed to be horizontal, but the vast majority of folks have it vertical, which can often extend into the lower space.
This might be a minor detail, but is there a correct seatpost position?
Chris

http://www.google.com/patents?id=JY...9D5-S7EINh_1EHYie4YA&ci=41,540,384,656&edge=0

This narrative is from the construction patent about the seat post.

 

[cyclonecoaster.com]

My Twinbar 20 & Bernards in the background

Well here is my old original Twinbar 20 -- in the background is Bernards original

 

[cyclonecoaster.com]

Oh & here is another one that needs a new home

Here is Bernard of Cyclone Coasters other Elgin Twinbar that he wants to let loose for $750.- plus shipping -- RIDE VINTAGE -- Frank

 

[dfa242]

The twin 40 would have a chrome plated hockey stick chain guard. A gothic guard like the Twinbar tank could be added over the counter as a substitution or option after the purchase of the bike. These typically where chrome plated as well. This brown Twin 40 is about as original preserved as you will find bought from the original owner in her 90's.

While I'm sure there are many ahead of me in line, please keep me in mind as well if you ever decide to part with this brown beauty. Thanks.