Just sharing a picture Schwinn DX

[then8j]

I had some time off so after many hours I finally put my 1947 or so Schwinn Dx together. I enjoyed putting together but I kinda rushed it because the projects are building up. I only have 4 more bikes to put together before I can buy more..... how many of you out there can relate?
My wife says I have a sickness, I think I just need a bigger garage.

Untitled by then8j, on Flickr

 

[then8j]

Oh here is a before picture....

IMG_1649 by then8j, on Flickr

 

[MartyW]

Good job that came out great!

 

[basementchoppers]

Very nice! looks good did you use a stencil kit from Memory Lane? I'm about to buy one and was wondering how helpful are they, and what NOT to do....

 

[then8j]

Got the stencil kit from eBay (17.99) and they sent me enough to do it twice, and I needed it. Just make sure the base paint is dried and 'cured' before you put the stencil on it. Just take your time with it and it will save you time in the long run.

 

[jedijoe59]

Impressive.

 

[abe lugo]

Hi, nice bike, I see that the kickstand mount is welded in on this model, do you guys now what years it's like this on Postwar DX's? I've 3 DX's but all have bolt-on kickstands.

 

[bricycle]

Very nice indeed!! Turned out great!

 

[then8j]

Hi, nice bike, I see that the kickstand mount is welded in on this model, do you guys now what years it's like this on Postwar DX's? I've 3 DX's but all have bolt-on kickstands.

This is what I found from "bunch o bikes"
1944-46 The first Forward facing dropouts, Removable seatpost clamp, Built
In kickstand, Built in chainguard and fender mounts,New Schwinn built front
hub With caged bearings, New truss plate assembly,New semi tubular fender braces (not flat sided)

 

[abe lugo]

great info, but does that mean the dx frame I've are earlier if they have no built in kickstand?